"Mix & Mingle": Latin Dancing Music at LACMA SAT September 5th!!

Get ready to mix, mingle, and dance! Join us for a lively afternoon of community, conversation, and incredible music at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA).

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, September 5, 2026
• Mix & Mingle Time: 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM (Arrive early to grab a good spot and chat!)
• Concert Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Location: LACMA (Smidt Welcome Plaza)
• Address: 5905 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
• Cost: FREE! (No tickets or RSVP required for the concert itself)

About the Band & Series

Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loco will be performing at LACMA’s Latin Sounds concert series on September 5, 2026. The free, outdoor performance takes place from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in Hancock Park

Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loco are famous for their unique Afro-Latin fusion. They seamlessly blend traditional African styles with Caribbean dance rhythms. When you attend, you can expect to hear a vibrant mix of

Salsa and Cuban Son: High-energy, classic Afro-Cuban dance rhythms.

Congolese Rumba and Soukous: Smooth, guitar-driven rhythms from Central Africa

Angolan Semba and Kizomba: Traditional, celebratory Portuguese-African beats

Lemvo is a multicultural artist who sings in a blend of languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, Lingala, and Kikongo, creating highly infectious party music designed to get the entire crowd dancing

• Latin Sounds: This is LACMA's premier summer concert series, celebrating world-class artists from Brazil, Cuba, Mexico, and beyond.

Where to Find Us (Meeting Point)
We will be gathering at the Smidt Welcome Plaza near the concert seating area starting at 4:30 PM.

What to Bring

• Seating: Blankets or low-profile lawn chairs (limited plastic chairs are provided by the museum on a first-come, first-served basis).
• Snacks: Picnics and outside food are highly encouraged!
• Drinks: Pack your favorite refreshing beverages to stay hydrated.
• Layers: A light jacket or sweater, as it can get chilly in the evening after the sun goes down.

Parking & Public Transit

• Museum Parking: Available in the PACCAR Garage (accessed via 6th Street) or the SPAULDING Lot (accessed via Wilshire Blvd). Rates apply.

Street Parking: Limited metered parking is available on Wilshire Blvd and surrounding side streets. Please read all signs carefully to avoid tickets!

Public Transit: Multiple Metro Bus lines run directly along Wilshire Blvd.

Come alone or bring a friend—either way, you’ll leave with new ones. We can't wait to see you there!