Events: X Games cuts it loose at Staples through Sunday

ESPN’s annual no-holds-barred X Games action sports showcase features four days of tricks and stunts. BMX bikes, skateboards and supercross dirt bikes battle for top honors in more than 25 competitions. Staples Center, 1111 S. Figueroa St., L.A. Noon-8 p.m. Thu.-Fri., 11:15 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat., 2-8 p.m. Sun. $30-$45. (213) 742-7340.