Sober activities & things to do
Somewhere to actually do something: climbing, pottery, board games, a roller rink, a temple tea ceremony, a sneaker customization studio.
Several of these run on a regular weekly or monthly schedule. See the recurring events page for what's coming up next, soonest first.
Break Room LA
San Fernando ValleyRage rooms, axe throwing and a paint room in Van Nuys. No alcohol is sold or served; guests at private events may bring a limited amount of their own, with approval.
6473 Van Nuys Blvd, Van Nuys, CA 91401
Checked Oct 2026Official site for Break Room LA (opens in a new tab)POT (Pottery Studio)
Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)Walk in and get on a wheel, or try hand-building, at this Mid-City pottery studio. No experience needed.
3228 W Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90018
Mindfulness Lounge (Japan House LA)
Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)On Mondays and Tuesdays, 11:30am-5pm, JAPAN HOUSE LA sets up a relaxation lounge with mats, projected scenery, music and aromatherapy.
6801 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Graff Tours (LA)
Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)Award-winning graffiti art studio offering group and private lessons, plus street art tours.
225 E 16th St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Sender One Climbing (LAX)
WestsideIndoor climbing gym near LAX that runs recurring community meetups: Monday Night Meetup, Ladies Climbing Coalition, Asian Ascenders. Also has Westwood, Long Beach, and Santa Ana locations.
11220 Hindry Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Creative Ceramics
San Fernando ValleyPottery studio in Sherman Oaks offering wheel-throwing and hand-building classes for kids and adults in an open-studio format. Also hosts Friday Night Live, two-hour drop-in clay workshops for beginners, and sells one-of-a-kind ceramic pieces made in-house.
15116 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
Hangar 18 South Bay
South BayIndoor rock climbing gym in Hawthorne with over 12,000 square feet of top-rope, lead, and bouldering terrain, plus a training area with a Kilter Board. Offers introductory classes in all three climbing styles for first-timers and experienced climbers alike.
4926 W Rosecrans Ave, Hawthorne, CA 90250
Combat Paintball Park
San Fernando ValleyPaintball, airsoft, and archery tag park in Castaic. Open weekends, with weekdays by booking. Their site states alcohol, drugs, and smoking are prohibited within the facility.
31050 Charlie Canyon Rd, Castaic, CA 91384
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San Fernando ValleyBoard game shop, tea lounge, and cat rescue in Burbank. Large board game library, all-day access, and a kitten cafe on Saturdays.
900 W Alameda Ave, Burbank, CA 91506
Early Birdz Flight 013 (Pluto LA)
Moves around. Check their socials.Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)One-time morning rave from Early Birdz with house music, zero-proof cocktails, a coffee and matcha bar, an art market and wellness vendors. All ages. The organizer confirmed there's no alcohol.
6100 Wilshire Blvd #1700, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Rage Ground
Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)Rage room in DTLA where you smash items in a private room. Their waiver refuses anyone under the influence.
120 E 11th St, Los Angeles, CA
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Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)Board game cafe in Eagle Rock with late-night hours: a coffee shop by day, a tabletop gaming hub by night.
3420 Eagle Rock Blvd, Unit C, Los Angeles, CA 90065
The Basement Escape Room
San Fernando ValleyEscape room in Sylmar. Their site states alcohol is strictly prohibited in their escape rooms.
12909 Foothill Blvd, Sylmar, CA 91342
Checked Oct 2026Official site for The Basement Escape Room (opens in a new tab)Esotouric
Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)True-crime and literary bus and walking tours of LA. No alcohol is served or allowed on the tours. Some tours meet at Grand Central Market, which has bars, so check each tour's meeting point.
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Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)Escape room brand with multiple LA locations, including Hollywood, Silver Lake, Melrose, and Koreatown. Guests under the influence are not allowed to play.
1316 N Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA
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San Gabriel ValleyClassic old-school roller rink in Glendale. The snack bar has zero alcohol, and Mondays are an 18-and-over adult skate night, 8-11pm.
5110 San Fernando Rd, Glendale, CA 91204
Zenshuji Soto Mission
Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)Little Tokyo's Soto Zen temple opens its tea ceremony to the public on the first three Saturdays of every month.
123 S Hewitt St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Major Wavez Lab
Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)Sneaker customization studio in Eagle Rock teaching hands-on techniques like painting, patching, and leather sewing to personalize shoes. Works for individuals, groups, or a casual date; no experience required.
1457 Colorado Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041
Good Dirt LA
WestsideDel Rey pottery studio with adult classes, workshops and walk-in wheel time.
4505 S Centinela Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90066
VALLEYPAA
San Fernando ValleyRecurring sober community and meetup for young people in the San Fernando Valley. AA-affiliated, and open to anyone in recovery who wants to connect. Meets at different locations around the Valley; check their site for the current one.
Pasadena Roving Archers
San Gabriel ValleyPublic archery range in Lower Arroyo Park run by the Pasadena Roving Archers. Alcohol is not allowed on the range (City of Pasadena law). Bring your own gear and a city credential.
Lower Arroyo Park, Pasadena, CA
Checked Oct 2026Official site for Pasadena Roving Archers (opens in a new tab)The Escape Revolution
Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)Escape rooms on Melrose Ave. They have a zero-tolerance policy for intoxicated guests.
7126 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA
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Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)Escape room brand with several LA locations, including Hollywood, West LA, Culver City, and Tarzana. Their terms refuse entry to intoxicated guests.
1328 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Checked Oct 2026Official site for Maze Rooms (opens in a new tab)The Last Bookstore
Los Angeles (Central/DTLA)Independent bookstore downtown in a former bank building, with vintage and rare books kept in the old vault. Other locations in Studio City, Montrose and Honolulu.
453 S Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90013