Things to Do

Head to Sunset Junction to discover all the fun, excitement, and entertainment Silver Lake has to offer! Stroll along Sunset Boulevard and explore the trendy local shops or sample craft beers and delicious eats at a one-of-a-kind restaurant or hole-in-the-wall bar. You can also visit the local Silver Lake Farmers Market (at the Sunset Triangle Plaza) or catch a movie at the Vista Theatre.

At night, the sun might go down but the lights on Sunset don’t dim—no, the nightlife comes alive with clubs, bars, and plenty of indie music. Want to catch a show at one of the hippest and most popular spots in Silver Lake? Check out The Satellite, where you’ll find a hoppin’ indie music scene. Looking for something a little more laid-back? Sip craft beers at the Red Lion Tavern.

Ourdoor Recreation

It might be trendy, exciting, and bustling with entertainment, but the beauty of Silver Lake is that it’s still a great place to relax, unwind, and enjoy beautiful scenery and the great outdoors. Head to Silver Lake Reservoir to enjoy the Silver Lake Recreation Center and City Park, which includes 2 dog parks, basketball courts, a playground, and the Silver Lake Meadow, a grassy and scenic picnic area along the lake. There’s also a 2.25-mile Silver Lake Walking Path around the lake that’s ideal for strolling or jogging.

Shopping & Dining

You don’t have to leave the neighborhood for all the shopping, dining, and other businesses and conveniences you need. Along Sunset Boulevard and Sunset Junction, you’ll discover a wealth of diverse trendy and unique shopping and dining options, while to the north off the I-5 along Glendale Boulevard and Fletcher Drive, you might find some larger retailers, grocery stores, and convenience stores.

Education

Silver Lake is served by numerous public and private schools. Public schools belong to the Los Angeles Unified School District and include Ivanhoe Elementary, Alessandro Elementary, Thomas Starr King Middle, John Marshall Senior High, and Los Angeles River at Sonia Sotomayor Learning Academies. Private schools in Silver Lake include the Cornerstone Academy of LA, ASA Silver Lake, and St. Francis of Assisi Elementary.