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Free Things to Do in Oakwood

Venice's historic heart — a close-knit community with the Oakwood Rec Center, murals and the boardwalk minutes away.

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Free events near Oakwood

Happening now and coming up within walking distance.

About Oakwood

Oakwood is the historic heart of inland Venice, long the center of the area's Black and Latino communities. The Oakwood Recreation Center, neighborhood parks and community murals anchor a tight-knit, walkable area.

The Venice Boardwalk, canals and beach are all a short walk west, giving Oakwood easy free access to the best of Venice.

Oakwood Recreation CenterVenice historyCommunity muralsNeighborhood parksVenice Beach nearbyWalkable streets

What's here

Parks18Playgrounds13Food Assistance8Public Art8Gardens4Rec Centers4Libraries3Skate Parks3Community Gardens2Food2Shelters1Trails1Landmarks1

Free places in Oakwood

Frequently asked: free things to do in Oakwood

What are the best free things to do in Oakwood?

Use the Oakwood Recreation Center, see the community murals, relax at the neighborhood parks, and walk to the nearby Venice Boardwalk and beach — all free.

Is the Oakwood Recreation Center free?

Yes — the Oakwood Recreation Center in Venice is a free public facility with parks and programs.

What's near Oakwood?

The Venice Boardwalk, the Venice Canals and the beach are all a short walk to the west.

Are there free events in Oakwood?

Yes. Free programs happen at the recreation center, and Venice hosts free events nearby. The list on this page updates with current ones.

Nearby neighborhoods

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