If you haven't already made plans for Saturday then you might want to check this out.

http://www.ironmind.com/ironmind/opencms/Articles/2009/Oct/Big_Card_Set_for_World_Strongman_Super_Series_Venice_Beach_GP.html

"The World Strongman Super Series Venice Beach is bringing some of the top names on the professional strongman circuit to Muscle Beach in Venice, California."
"The contest will be held by the basketball courts rather than by the lifting area, and the limited seating will be available on a first come, first served basis for $10 (free with a souvenir T-shirt).  The competion is set for November 14, and scheduled to start at 12:00 or 12:30, with the gates opening at 11:00, so plan ahead, watch the action live and maybe end up on TV, as well."