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Art Deco Society of Los Angeles Events

The Art Deco Society of Los Angeles hosts events that celebrate the art, culture and architecture of the Art Deco era (roughly defined as 1920 – 1949). More specifically, past events have included vintage dances with live period authentic music, illustrated presentations on historical topics such as fashion, film history, architecture, design and dance and other cultural topics, author talks, docent-led museum experiences and walking tours of Art Deco architecture, plus dress-up social events, to mention a few of our popular activities. If you have an event to suggest or would like to participate in making an event happen, please contact us at artdeco@adsla.org.

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Upcoming Events
Cocktails in Historic Places at Casa Del Mar Hotel by the Sea
Mar 23
Cocktails in Historic Places at Casa Del Mar Hotel by the Sea

Join the Art Deco Society of Los Angeles for no-host cocktails at our next Cocktails in Historic Places® gathering, at Casa Del Mar in Santa Monica. Many members dress in vintage or vintage inspired cocktail attire!

Eastern Costume Behind-the-Scenes Tour with Pamela Shaw
Apr 1
Eastern Costume Behind-the-Scenes Tour with Pamela Shaw

SOLD OUT!

Ever wonder how those gorgeous period costumes for films are chosen? 

Go behind the scenes at Eastern Costume with Pamela Shaw, Assistant Costume Designer, THE ARTIST!

At this exclusive event, attendees will hear Pamela Shaw, Assistant Costume Designer for THE ARTIST, describe how a Costume Designer goes about designing costumes for a period film & how the costume department preps.

Art Deco Centennial Celebration at the Oviatt Penthouse
Apr 26
Art Deco Centennial Celebration at the Oviatt Penthouse

Bonjour Paris 1925! Celebrate the Centennial of the Art Deco style with special events at the very Art Deco Oviatt Penthouse! The Art Deco Society of Los Angeles is pleased to partner with Olive & Grand, representing the Oviatt Penthouse, for a one-of-a-kind celebration of the Centennial of Paris’ 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts.

The centerpiece of our three-day celebration is “Art Deco Tous Les Jours,” an original exhibit of period objects from toasters to textiles, illustrating the influence of Art Deco style on the esthetics of everyday life in the 1920s and 30s. Evenings soirees and a French tea party on the terrace add to the festivities.

Salon de Thé & Crêpes 1 - Art Deco Centennial Celebration
Apr 27
Salon de Thé & Crêpes 1 - Art Deco Centennial Celebration

Enjoy a French-style tea party (Salon de Thé & Crêpes) when you come to view the Art Deco Centennial exhibition. You will enjoy unlimited bite size savory and sweet crêpes made onsite by French chefs, additional sides and tea and coffee. Live models in Art Deco era fashions will circulate through the party.

The centerpiece of our three-day celebration is “Art Deco Tous Les Jours,” an original exhibit of period objects from toasters to textiles, illustrating the influence of Art Deco style on the esthetics of everyday life in the 1920s and 30s.

Salon de Thé & Crêpes 2 - Art Deco Centennial Celebration
Apr 27
Salon de Thé & Crêpes 2 - Art Deco Centennial Celebration

At 2:15 PM, enjoy a French-style tea party (Salon de Thé & Crêpes) when you come to view the Art Deco Centennial exhibition. You will enjoy unlimited bite size savory and sweet crêpes made onsite by French chefs, additional sides and tea and coffee. Live models in Art Deco era fashions will circulate through the party.

The centerpiece of our three-day celebration is “Art Deco Tous Les Jours,” an original exhibit of period objects from toasters to textiles, illustrating the influence of Art Deco style on the esthetics of everyday life in the 1920s and 30s.

The Avalon Ball 2025
May 17
The Avalon Ball 2025

The Avalon Ball, now in its 22nd year, is a fantastic journey into the past when Big Bands played for huge audiences via nationwide broadcasts from the 1929 Art Deco Casino Ballroom in the city of Avalon on Catalina Island. With the Dean Mora Avalon Ball Orchestra. Come for the evening or spend the weekend. See the FAQ button to learn more about the event and to see prices.

Post Avalon Ball Unwinder at the Country Club 2025
May 18
Post Avalon Ball Unwinder at the Country Club 2025

Join your fellow Deco-philes for a mellow, low-key gathering the day after the Avalon Ball at the historic Catalina Country Club. Cocktails and spontaneous dancing between the tables.