A free day of percussion at the foot of the Watts Towers, with Latin, African, Japanese, jazz, and Native American drumming traditions sharing one outdoor stage. Free tours of Simon Rodia's landmark towers run all day. Paired each year with the Simon Rodia Watts Towers Jazz Festival the following day.
Usually held
September, every year
Where
Watts Towers Arts Center Campus, Los Angeles
Quick questions
When is Watts Towers Day of the Drum Festival?
Usually held in September. This year's exact dates appear above as soon as the organizer announces them.
Where is it held?
Watts Towers Arts Center Campus, Los Angeles.
Is it good for kids?
Watts Towers Day of the Drum Festival is a Los Angeles family guide — it is picked with kids in mind. The event listing above shows age guidance when the organizer provides it.
Or plain text: Watts Towers Day of the Drum Festival 2026 — Los Angeles family guide — https://famhop.com/los-angeles/annual/watts-towers-day-of-the-drum/