People enjoy a lively outdoor block party with vintage cars, a Ferris wheel, tents, and trees. The Autry Museum logo and event name appear on the left against a blue, partly cloudy sky.

Autry Outdoors / Family Activities / Community Partner Events / Live Performances / Member Events

Autry's Annual Block Party | Honoring First Responders

Saturday, September 27, 2025, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

The Autry in Griffith Park

Admission:
$19 for adults| $14 for Seniors and Students| Autry Members are FREE | Children ages 12 and under are FREE | First Responders, Active Military, and Veterans are FREE with valid ID!

About the Event

Honoring first responders, and the entire Los Angeles community, the Autry invites you to enjoy a carnival on the lawn, activities for the whole family, special museum tours and access, and more!

Join the Autry at this year’s Block Party on September 27, to celebrate local heroes and community members who came to the aid of those in need during the fires and continue to support the community to this day. Now more than ever, the Autry is committed to supporting our community during this and future rebuilding phases, acting as a place for respite and a celebration of the arts, history, and culture of our beloved city and region. 

The Annual Autry Block Party will feature:

  • Cultural Music and Dance Stage on the Plaza
  • Carnival Games, Bounce Houses, Mechanical Bull, Ferris Wheel, and Mini Train
  • Live Music on the South Lawn and East Garden Lawn
  • Plein Air Painting by the California Art Club
  • Horses Photo Op and Grooming Workshops by Urban Saddles
  • Touch a Truck: Meet and Honor Local Emergency Responder Heroes on the East Garden Lawn
  • Docent-Led Tours
  • PBS Character Meet and Greet in the Lobby
  • Car Show Featuring Classic Cars, Hot Rods and Luxury Vehicles
  • Family Play Space with Educational Activities for Kids and Families
  • Market Vendors and Community Partner Booths on the South Lawn

…and so much more!

Presenting Sponsors:

Marilyn and Calvin Gross

Gold Sponsor

Plaza Stage Sponsor

Rebecca and Steve Dutka

Bronze Sponsors

HUB International Insurance Services Inc. · Jodie and James Rea · UCLA Health

Media Partners

Autry Members get free access to the Autry Block Party. Want to learn more about Autry membership?

MEMBERSHIP

Interested in supporting the Block Party? Contact chamilton@theautry.org!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Land Acknowledgment

The Autry Museum of the American West acknowledges the Gabrielino/Tongva peoples as the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar (the Los Angeles basin and So. Channel Islands). We recognize that the Autry Museum and its campuses are located on the traditional lands of Gabrielino/Tongva peoples and we pay our respects to the Honuukvetam (Ancestors), ‘Ahiihirom (Elders) and ‘Eyoohiinkem (our relatives/relations) past, present and emerging.

Autry Museum of the American West

4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA 90027-1462
In Griffith Park across from the Los Angeles Zoo.
Map and Directions

Free parking for Autry visitors.


MUSEUM AND STORE HOURS
Tuesday–Friday 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

DINING
Food Trucks are available on select days, contact us for details at 323.495.4252.
The cafe is temporarily closed until further notice.