31 Amazing Ways To Kick Off Summer In L.A.

Summer has a way of dragging even the most devout couch potatoes out of their houses. Too tired? Too much work? Forget it — the usual excuses you use for getting out of things the rest of the year just don't cut it when so much is happening during the summer season. In fact, once you take a gander at our list of L.A. events, you won't even be tempted to make a can't-go-this-time excuse. Promise.

This month, L.A. has truly outdone itself with its offerings of things to do. Cinephiles are going to freak out over the film festivals and movie screenings happening in June, while comedy fans will flip over seeing Amy Schumer live. Oh, and cat lovers: We've got you covered with an insane cat convention (yes, really). Click through to peek all 31 events that made our list and start filling up that iCal, stat.