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06/25/2026
📢STREET WORK ADVISORY📢
Please be advised that street work is scheduled to take place near Mercado La Paloma on Sunday, June 28, 2026, between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
The scheduled work will involve an asphalt slurry seal application. During this time, street access from Grand Ave. will be restricted, and the driveway entrance and exit from Grand Ave. will not be available until the street has dried and all barricades have been removed.
To enter Mercado La Paloma during the street work, we ask that visitors use the adjacent DMV lot located at:
3620 S Hope St
Los Angeles, CA 90007
The access gate between the DMV lot and the Mercado La Paloma parking lot will be open.
The work is expected to take no more than one day, though the schedule may change depending on weather conditions.
We encourage all patrons, visitors, and friends of Mercado La Paloma to plan accordingly and allow extra time when visiting the Mercado on the scheduled work date.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support of Mercado La Paloma.
05/06/2026
¡LA CUMBIA NO TIENE FRONTERAS! * CUMBIA KNOWS NO BORDERS!
Presenting stories, sound, & movement with live Sonidero music by Luis “La Rumba” Noriega, the widely recognized and beloved Sonidero, set out to bring joy, rhythm, and energy to every dance floor. View the link in our bio for more information on the featured artists! 🔗
Join us for the book presentation of “Yo Soy La Cumbia”, with curated video clips by Betto Arcos and Moisés Baqueiro + Live Sonidero Music by Luis “La Rumba” Noriega.
Explore the journey of cumbia across Latin America—how it has been adapted, transformed, and reimagined through local cultures and rhythms. From Colombia to México, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Perú, Argentina, USA and beyond -discover how one rhythm became many expressions.
🎟️Admission is free. “Yo Soy La Cumbia” book will be available for purchase during the event.
📆SATURDAY, MAY 9, 6 TO 9 PM.
📍MERCADO LA PALOMA (Conference Room)
3655 S. Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90007
05/06/2026
¡LA CUMBIA NO TIENE FRONTERAS! * CUMBIA KNOWS NO BORDERS!
Presenting stories, sound, & movement with curated video clips by Moisés Baqueiro, founder of LA’s premier cumbia band El Conjunto Nueva Ola, and musical director and bassist of Las Cafeteras. View the link in our bio for more information on the featured artists! 🔗
Join us for the book presentation of “Yo Soy La Cumbia”, with curated video clips by Betto Arcos and Moisés Baqueiro + Live Sonidero Music by Luis “La Rumba” Noriega.
Explore the journey of cumbia across Latin America—how it has been adapted, transformed, and reimagined through local cultures and rhythms. From Colombia to México, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Perú, Argentina, USA and beyond -discover how one rhythm became many expressions.
🎟️Admission is free. “Yo Soy La Cumbia” book is available for purchase during this event.
📆SATURDAY, MAY 9, 6 TO 9 PM.
📍MERCADO LA PALOMA (Conference Room)
3655 S. Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90007
05/05/2026
¡LA CUMBIA NO TIENE FRONTERAS! * CUMBIA KNOWS NO BORDERS!
Presenting stories, sound, and movement with curated video clips by Betto Arcos, LA-based radio journalist, curator, and music promoter. View the link in our bio for more information on the featured artists! 🔗
Join us for the book presentation of “Yo Soy La Cumbia”, with curated video clips by Betto Arcos and Moisés Baqueiro + Live Sonidero Music by Luis “La Rumba” Noriega.
Explore the journey of cumbia across Latin America—how it has been adapted, transformed, and reimagined through local cultures and rhythms. From Colombia to México, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Perú, Argentina, USA and beyond -discover how one rhythm became many expressions.
🎟️Admission is free. “Yo Soy La Cumbia” book is available for purchase during this event.
📆SATURDAY, MAY 9, 6 TO 9 PM.
📍MERCADO LA PALOMA (Conference Room)
3655 S. Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90007
05/05/2026
¡LA CUMBIA NO TIENE FRONTERAS! * CUMBIA KNOWS NO BORDERS!
Join us for the book presentation of “Yo Soy La Cumbia”, with curated video clips by Betto Arcos and Moisés Baqueiro + Live Sonidero Music by Luis “La Rumba” Noriega 🔗Click the link in our bio for more information about the artists and this event.
Explore the journey of cumbia across Latin America—how it has been adapted, transformed, and reimagined through local cultures and rhythms. From Colombia to México, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Perú, Argentina, USA and beyond -discover how one rhythm became many expressions.
🎟️Admission is free. “Yo Soy La Cumbia” book is available for purchase during this event.
📆SATURDAY, MAY 9, 6 TO 9 PM.
📍MERCADO LA PALOMA (Conference Room)
3655 S. Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90007
03/16/2026
Celebrate 25 years of community & development 🕊
In February 2001, Esperanza Community Housing opened the doors of Mercado La Paloma, a community marketplace in the heart of South Central Los Angeles.
From the very beginning, the Mercado promised something special: a place where small businesses could grow and flourish, where cultural traditions could be honored and celebrated, and where nonprofit organizations could serve our neighbors with dignity and care.
📍This year marks a significant milestone for the Mercado. The restaurants of Mercado La Paloma were collectively recognized as the #1 Best Restaurant in Los Angeles by the Los Angeles Times. This honor reflects not only the extraordinary food created by our restaurant operators, but also the people, stories, and traditions that bring the Mercado to life every single day.
🔗As we celebrate 25 years, we invite you to help sustain the next chapter of this community institution. Visit linktr.ee/mercadolapaloma and consider contributing to honor this momentous occasion.
03/07/2026
The South Central Film Festival programming is hosting a FREE Special Effects Makeup Workshop facilitated by industry professional Veniesa Dillon, a master of creature designs for film and television productions. In this hands-on workshop she will teach you how to sculpt a realistic wound and demonstrate her process for applying prosthetics, as well as share how she got her start in the industry.
We only have 15 spots available, so secure your seat by registering at: https://bit.ly/SCFF_FXMakeup. Check the link in our bio. Registration is required! We will see you March 14, 2026 at Mercado La Paloma in South Central Los Angeles!
Thank you for sharing your genius!
The South Central Film Festival is a project of Esperanza Community Housing and L.A. Grit Media, dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices and celebrating emerging talent in cinema!
Festival Dates: March 27-28,2026
📍Mercado La Paloma | 3655 S. Grand Ave., LA, CA 90007
03/06/2026
Esperanza Community Housing and Mercado La Paloma proudly presents
in honor of International Women’s Day
Women Without Borders, honors fourteen Latin American immigrant women whose leadership sustains movements, preserves culture, and builds collective power across communities, by Photographer Alma Lucia Vazquez
Threads of Becoming, explores female presence through painting—reflecting resilience, memory, identity, and the spiritual depth that shapes womanhood, by visual artist Violet Danesh
From March 8 to May 11
From 9 am to 9 pm
Mercado La Paloma
3655 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles
03/06/2026
SAVE THE DATE! 🎬 The 4th Annual South Central Film Festival returns March 27–28, 2026 at Mercado La Paloma in Los Angeles. Enjoy two days of indoor and outdoor film screenings, panel discussions, awards, and music. 🎟️ Reserve your tickets using the link below.
https://bit.ly/SCFF_Tickets
Address
3655 S Grand Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
90007
To get to S Grand Avenue in Los Angeles using public transport, you can take the Metro Expo Line and get off at the Jefferson/USC station. From there, it's a short walk to your destination.
If you prefer to drive, you can take the I-110 freeway and exit at Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Then, turn onto S Grand Avenue. There are parking lots available nearby for your convenience.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
8am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
8am - 9pm |
| Wednesday |
8am - 9pm |
| Thursday |
8am - 9pm |
| Friday |
8am - 10pm |
| Saturday |
8am - 10pm |
| Sunday |
8am - 9pm |
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What people say
Mercado La Paloma on S Grand Avenue in Los Angeles is more than just a marketplace - it's a beacon of sustainable economic development and cultural entrepreneurship. Since its inception in 2001 by Esperanza, Mercado La Paloma has been a vital part of the South Central Los Angeles community, offering a platform for local artists and culinary creatives to showcase their talents.
This landmark marketplace serves as a neighborhood gathering place, bringing together residents from all walks of life to engage in economic revitalization activities, art exhibitions, and educational campaigns. By actively involving the community in these initiatives, Mercado La Paloma not only enriches the region's food environment but also contributes to public health improvements and job creation.
Esperanza's vision for comprehensive community development shines through Mercado La Paloma, as it strives to empower individuals towards self-sufficiency and sustained economic growth. The marketplace stands as a testament to overcoming historic disinvestment in the area, revitalizing neighborhoods and fostering a sense of unity among its visitors.
For those seeking more than just shopping or dining experiences, Mercado La Paloma offers a unique opportunity to support local businesses while immersing oneself in the vibrant cultural tapestry of South Los Angeles. Visit this community hub on S Grand Avenue and be part of a movement towards positive change and inclusive prosperity.
