Here is a sampling of things to do in-person and online in the San Fernando Valley and Los Angeles area, Sept. 1-8.

EVENTS

Malibu Chili Cook-Off: The event includes the cook-off (meat or vegan options), carnival rides and games and a skateboard contest, Sept. 2-5. Hours: 4-10 p.m. Sept. 2; 1-10 p.m. Sept. 3-4; 1-8 p.m. Sept. 5. Admission to the event $15 or $20 on the day you attend (admission is by online purchase only; no admission sold at the door; no box office at the event). Carnival rides are a separate price; pre-sale $45 and up (details: bit.ly/3Px3Op8). Chili prices depend upon the vendor; most are $2 for a taste, and up to $14 for a bowl. Skateboard contest, 3 p.m. Sept. 4 (free to enter with paid admission to the event; see rules on the website: malibuchilicookoff.org/skate/). Event also includes food trucks and vendors (see the website for the list of both). The event benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu. Location, 23575 Civic Center Way, Malibu. Info and facts: malibuchilicookoff.org/info-faqs. www.facebook.com/MalibuChiliCookOff/. malibuchilicookoff.org

Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture: The event includes live music, cultural performances Filipino food booths, an art installation and a children’s pavilion with Filipino storytelling, 4-10 p.m. Sept. 3. Performers: