Los Angeles Events, Tours & Nightlife 2025

Red-carpet premieres, iconic venues, studio backlots, coastline sunsets, and playoff-level sports nights—Los Angeles delivers showtime energy every day of the week. Use this guide to compare tickets, book tours, and plan the perfect SoCal itinerary.

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Concerts & Venues

Arena headliners, outdoor summer nights, and intimate historic theaters—LA’s live scene stays loaded. Book early for Hollywood Bowl and Greek Theatre seasons.

Major Venues

• Hollywood Bowl (outdoor)
• Greek Theatre (Griffith Park)
• Crypto.com Arena (Downtown LA)
• SoFi Stadium & YouTube Theater (Inglewood)
• Kia Forum (Inglewood)
• The Wiltern · The Fonda · The Palladium

Shows & Comedy

From touring Broadway productions to comedy icons and improv troupes, LA’s stage scene mixes glitz with grit. Weekend and late-night shows go fast.

Classic Rooms

• The Comedy Store (Sunset Strip)
• Laugh Factory (Hollywood & Long Beach)
• The Improv (Melrose)
• Dolby Theatre & Pantages Theatre (Hollywood)

Sports

NBA, NHL, MLB, NFL, MLS—LA fields double franchises in nearly every league. Compare ticket markets for the best seat value.

Home Teams & Venues

• LA Lakers / LA Clippers — Crypto.com Arena
• LA Kings — Crypto.com Arena
• LAFC — BMO Stadium
• LA Galaxy — Dignity Health Sports Park
• LA Dodgers — Dodger Stadium
• LA Rams / LA Chargers — SoFi Stadium

Studio Tours & Theme Parks

Walk through working backlots, step onto sets, and chase coasters right after. Studio tours and park entries book up on weekends—reserve ahead.

Top Picks

• Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood
• Universal Studios Hollywood (with Super Nintendo World)
• Paramount Pictures Studio Tour
• Disneyland & Disney California Adventure (Anaheim)
• Six Flags Magic Mountain (Valencia)

Hollywood & City Tours

From Griffith Park’s skyline views to Beverly Hills mansions and Venice canals, there’s a tour for every angle of LA. Sunset and golden-hour times sell first.

Don’t Miss

• Hollywood Sign viewpoint hike (guided)
• Griffith Observatory night views
• Beverly Hills & Rodeo Drive
• Santa Monica Pier & Third Street Promenade
• Venice Boardwalk & Canals

Beaches & Outdoors

Ride, hike, and soak up the Pacific. From Malibu to Manhattan Beach, outdoor time is built into LA life.

Easy Wins

• Santa Monica & Venice Beach bike path
• Surf lesson (Malibu or Venice)
• Runyon Canyon / Griffith Park hikes
• Malibu wine-country lookouts

Festivals & Big Weekends

Music, film, food, and culture events fill LA’s year—each with its own red carpet. Book early and check traffic advisories for citywide weekends.

• Academy Awards Week (Mar): screenings & events citywide
• Hollywood Bowl / Greek seasons: outdoor concerts & film nights
• LA Pride (Jun): parades, concerts & neighborhood festivals
• Holiday & NYE: theme-park fireworks & special shows

Los Angeles by Month

Mild weather year-round; summer brings outdoor concerts, while winter delivers crisp skyline days.

• Jan–Mar: Awards season buzz, cool nights
• Apr–Jun: Bowl/Greek openers, beach season
• Jul–Sep: Outdoor festivals & coastal concerts
• Oct–Dec: Holiday lights, studio events, NYE fireworks

Los Angeles FAQ

Do I need a car?

Not always—base near your plans and use rideshare or Metro lines. Many tours include hotel pickup.

Where should I stay?

Hollywood/WeHo for nightlife & studios; Downtown for arenas; Santa Monica for beaches; Pasadena for Bowl/Greek access.

How early should I book studio tours?

At least a week ahead for weekends; earlier during holidays and summer.

How do I save?

Bundle tours, aim for midweek shows, and compare prices across marketplaces.