Events happening Saturday
POP MUSIC
The xx The young British band’s self-titled debut is a quiet, 3 a.m. (eternal) masterpiece of smoky restraint. Singer and guitarist Romy Madley Croft looks like a young Alison Moyet and picks at her guitar with intent, bassist Oliver Sim moves to and from the mike with casual grace, and percussionist Jamie Smith pokes at vintage synthetic beat boxes using his fingers as drumsticks. The Music Box @ Fonda, 6126 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles. 8 p.m. Saturday. $22.50. https://www.henryfondatheater.com. Also at the Wiltern, 3790 Wilshire Blvd., L.A. 8 p.m. Sunday. $25. https://www.wiltern.com
50 Cent The world-busting rapper whose take-no-prisoners lyrical style has landed him in more than a few hip-hop feuds stops in L.A. with his latest tour, “The Invitation.” He’s been humbled a bit on the charts for recent albums but seems to be imbued with a new lyrical fire from it. Ventura Theatre, 26 S. Chestnut St., Ventura. 7 p.m. $50-$70. https://www.venturatheater.net.
EVENTS
Temecula Valley Balloon and Wine Festival Colorful hot-air balloons will dot the sky as the festival lifts off. Aerial activities include balloon shows and rides. While on the ground, visitors can partake in food and wine tastings, live music, children’s activities and a motocross show. Lake Skinner Recreation Area, 37701 Warren Road, Winchester. 6 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday and 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. $15-$22 per day, $50 for a weekend pass. (951) 676-6713. https://www.tvbwf.com.
LA Wine Fest Taste more than 500 wines from more than 13 countries at the fest, which over two days will also feature presentations and classes on spirits, wine pairings and more. Some of L.A.’s master sommeliers will be on hand to talk about the wines. Raleigh Studios, 5300 Melrose Ave., Hollywood. 2 -6:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. $30-$65. (818) 994-4661. https://www.lawinefest.com.
Flying Fish Festival Nope, it’s not a dolphin but a fish — a flying fish that can reach heights of up to 30 feet and glides for distances as long as a quarter-mile. This especially mobile life aquatic is the cause of celebration at this multi-day jam of activities and exhibits, including sand sculptures, marine touch tanks, private tours, kayak racing, theater, a boat-building competition and more. Various locations in Avalon on Santa Catalina Island. Saturday and Sunday. (866) 772-9592. https://www.catalinachamber.com.