The Hollywood Bowl

The Hollywood Bowl is the largest natural amphitheatre in the United States and officially opened on July 11, 1922. The “bowl” refers to the shape of the concave hillside the amphitheater is carved into. The bowl is owned by the County of Los Angeles and is the home of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the host of hundreds of musical events each year.

Visit the Museum which features the genuine Hollywood history connected to the Hollywood Bowl. Artifacts and collections within the museum include fascinating programs, posters, books, films, videos, photographs, promotional materials, postcards, and many other forms of memorabilia. The museum collects programs, recordings, records, and ephemera pertaining to the Los Angeles Philharmonic. The museum also features the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame, honoring incredible and well-respected musicians that are remembered throughout the history of the Hollywood Bowl.

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Steven H

21:52 02 Sep 23

What an amazing venue! To see you with all these four seasons by the LA Phil. Went with friends and had dinner in one of the lower box seats followed by the concert. Totally gorgeous environment and so cool to hear the ambient small sounds of nature in the background every time the music came to a close. Very historic event, with architectural roots going back to Frank Lloyd Wright's son, Lloyd, back in 1928. So cool!

Bogdan Marcelan

19:40 30 Aug 23

During our vacation in Los Angeles, we had to visit the most acoustic and highly recognized concert venue in America. It's outdoors. When you test your voice, it quickly becomes clear why this is an important place for musicians. Dolly Parton was scheduled to perform on the day of our visit. A very nice memory.

S L Adams-Guess

14:54 28 Aug 23

Well, about last night...
To kickoff my birthday celebration and "sabbatical" (my own fancy word for a much-needed extended vacation -- no research involved 🙃), I visited Los Angeles and spent the evening at the Hollywood Bowl in the hills enjoying the best jazz festival I have ever attended. The sights and sounds of Morris Day and the Time (hey Jerome 👋🏽, Dave Koz & Friends, Maysa, Jeffrey Osborne, and other great artists were truly amazing! The venue...beautiful! The experience...in my top 10! While you could bring in your own food and drinks, the restaurants and vendors there offered delicious (but pricey) treats as well. From gourmet popcorn to fine wine, the options were plentiful! The famous Hollywood sign is but a stones throw away and served as an amazing backdrop. The ambiance...BREATHTAKING!
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Hollywood Bowl

Gloria Echeverria

14:58 12 Aug 23

First time using the shuttle service (from ELAC). We were left at the entry. It was the best decision. It's always a fantastic concert because of the acoustics and the iconic setting. Listening to the performer (Ruben Blades & his band) on a summer night with a cocktail in hand and dancing was perfect LA summer night.

Xavier Ochoa

06:54 07 Aug 23

This was our first time visiting the Hollywood Bowl, and it was for the Walt Disney Animation Studios Concert. This place was beautiful, clean, very spacious, and, of course, very organized. We used a ride share service, which was great because they have a designated location just for them to drop and pick you up, which is very convenient and very close to the main entrance. We sat in section H, which was great because it's centered with the stage. I was impressed with the sound as well because it was super clear and not overpowering. The popcorn was delicious, too. We'll definitely be back.

CAG AG

22:41 06 Aug 23

The bowl provides a fun loose atmosphere affordable fun, a great sound system and video coverage for full close up feed. The outdoor under the stars vantage make this complete picture special. You can bring your own food drink/ wine. It is a total win win. I attended The Quincy Jones Tribute. It was a great show. Enjoy some photos from the night.

Jeff Lau

07:18 06 Aug 23

What a great iconic venue to watch a concert. The sound system was on point and the screens were easy to view. We attended the Disney Animation concert and it blew away my expectations. Such a great performance especially with Broadway singers singing the lyrics. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Lots of different food options available and the Jumbo popcorn for $9 was a deal. Would highly highly recommend using the park and ride shuttles as it made coming and going from Hollywood Bowl such a breeze. Such a great experience and can't wait to go back for another concert. I do not recommend parking at the Bowl as they double stack all the vehicles so you can't leave until the vehicles in front of you leave.

nishant narula

21:31 25 Jul 23

We traveled to California to see the Game of Thrones concert at The Hollywood Bowl for the first time.
We were pleasantly surprised by the venue's location nestled between the mountains. Every seat in the house had a great view, and we thoroughly enjoyed the concert. The acoustics were outstanding, and the sound quality was superb. The evening performance was particularly breathtaking under the stars, and it created a romantic ambiance. Overall, we fell in love with the venue and the whole experience.
You have the option to either bring your own food or purchase from the vendors outside of The Hollywood Bowl. However, it's worth noting that the food may be costly. Due to potential parking difficulties, it's recommended to use ride-sharing as a preferred method of transportation to The Hollywood Bowl.
Aside from the Game of Thrones themes and songs, the fireworks were the highlight of our experience and made it truly unforgettable.
Attending a music show at The Hollywood Bowl is a must-do for anyone seeking an unforgettable experience. You're bound to fall in love with it.

BennyCriss12

18:19 25 Jul 23

Really cool place, we went and saw it on a day where there was no show, so essentially it becomes a park. There was a lot of parking, shopping stalls and restaurants were not open but there was definitely a lot of options as far as food and alcohol go. I heard that you can also bring your own food and drinks in if you want during a show. 5/10 would go again.

Alfredo Nunez

21:16 09 Jul 23

Bought tickets for 5 concerts here a few months ago. Buy parking space in advance. We had to walk 30 minutes each way for a parking lot. You can bring your own food and beverages. The sound is phenomenal and precised. Got cold a little bit a night. The seats are hard you can bring a cushion or rent one for $1 each. Food is a little expensive, might as well bring yours in. Next concert is Cafe Tacuba, I'll update with pictures too, I can't wait!!!!

V Scaccianoce

15:21 08 Jul 23

We saw the Beach Boys along with the Hollywood Bowl Orchastra on July 3rd, 2023. The fireworks show following the concert was phenomenal. The Hollywood Bowl is my favorite place to see an outdoor concert. Nestled in the mountain of the Hollywood Hills gives it a unique location, plus you can bring in your own food and beverages. It was a wonderful evening under the stars.

J R

22:24 22 Jun 23

Love this place! No matter where you sit it sounds great and you'll have great views. I've been here a few times over the years, my latest visit was to see King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard. Best concert I've ever seen and heard! Didn't know they allow you to bring coolers and food for certain shows. Will do that next time since food prices are understandably pricey. Ride-sharing is definitely recommended too.

Alexander

04:31 18 Jun 23

Went to my first concert at the Hollywood bowl jazz festival and was definitely worth it. The open environment is welcoming but keep in mind the heat before the Sun sets depending on what time your show is and definitely bring a sweater because of the cool air at night. The food wasn't good but depending on the show, you can bring in your own food and drinks.

Hang Nguyen

01:31 24 May 23

Our favorite venue to attend concerts. The sound there is awesome! We buy tickets to take the shuttle to attend events. The shuttle drops you off upfront. There’s a museum there that has the bowl’s history. Pretty cool museum, however the upstairs exhibit was closed for updates. They do allow to bring food and closed drinks into the venue. Check if you can bring alcohol for each event. You can also rent seat cushions for $1. We love going here!

R. Benedik

17:13 13 May 23

One of the best experiences I've had watching a concert. Open air, amazing sound and experience. Just a great all around venue. It even rained and no one left, it just added to the experience. Side note: openers were Chic and Nikes Rodgers, they really allowed us to experience the amazing sound and acoustics the Hollywood Bowl is design for, Duran Duran was pretty epic, they sounded the same as if it was 25 years ago. The rain had some effect on the fireworks at the end but it didn't matter.
There is some cool history about the lit up cross on the hill the hill ...look it up !

Amjad Bahmad

05:44 02 May 23

the vibes there is fantastic! The energy and excitement of the crowd made for an unforgettable experience, and the venue itself was impressive with excellent sound quality and great views from every seat. highly recommended to anyone looking for a fun night out in LA - the atmosphere is electric and the memories will last a lifetime 🌟

Kim Smith

17:50 30 Apr 23

What a wonderful venue! Not a bad seat in the place. Great acoustics, peaceful in the trees, intimate for 17,000 seats. Love that they let you bring in food! And picnic areas all over. My first time here was for Willie's 90th birthday but it will not be my last show here!

Elenchik K

16:07 19 Dec 22

We were in September 2022 at the Pentatonix Concert. Never been to the Hollywood Bowl before. I really liked the acoustics, large screens with excellent images. They rented pillows to sit on. You could also take food with you, but we didn't think about it, so we had to queue and pay double the price for tacos and beer. For the evening, you definitely need to take a blanket or jacket. Parking was booked in advance. We arrived 2 hours before the start, walked there in the museum. Definitely recommend this place

BECCA TORRES

00:15 09 Nov 22

The Hollywood Bowl is an awesome venue for concerts. We went to see The Who there this month and it was the best concert I have ever been to. The sound and natural acoustics we're incredible. I loved experiencing the concert outside surrounded by mountains. Seating was awesome as well. Loved it‼️

Gil B. Jr.

02:02 29 Oct 22

Iconic southern California venue that has been around for almost a hundred years. It loses a star ONLY because the parking is such a nightmare. Shuttle busses are an option from cities such as Torrance and Lakewood, so consider that as an alternative. Food and beverage prices are a bit crazy, but that's to be expected. The sound here is incredible. Any show you see here will be worth your while.

REY

02:08 26 Oct 22

We hadn’t gone back to Hollywood Bowl since before the pandemic. It pretty much looked the same but I don’t remember the box seats with tables. But this time was my first time sitting there. Haha. We parked at the hotel and took a shuttle that dropped us off right at the bowl. It was way easier than sitting in your car waiting for the person behind you to get there. The flow to get past security was fast and organized. They had a pretty good menu for food and drinks, but most were sold out when we went to order from our server. Who was attentive and very awesome! It was a beautiful, perfect night to sit outside and watch Dave Matthews Band! A sisters night out I won’t forget!

regis kwong

03:08 04 Oct 22

My favorite activity in the Summer is to go to a concert at the Hollywood Bowl. Packing dinner and wine in a picnic basket creates a scene of romantic evening with music. I guess we’ve been watching too many Hollywood movies featuring the Hollywood Bowl.

My wife and I go to Hollywood Bowl for concert at least 3 times a year during the summer. Many Angelenos share the similar affinity with this famous landmark in Los Angeles since 1922. We have all been enjoying live music from this historic venue as part of life in Southern California.

The best time to go is during July 4th with live music and spectacular fire work. It’s quite enjoyable with that evening. People would just dance and celebrate independence day.

It’s the tradition that concert goers would bring their own food and drinks for the concert. But some concerts don’t allow you to bring alcohols and soft drinks. you can only buy drinks inside from the Bowl vendors.

Getting to the Bowl is easy too. you can either drive and park your car at the Bowl, take a chartered bus from many locations throughout LA or drive to a closest designate parking lots and then take a shuttle to the Bowl. Since we have a chartered bus station that’s very close to our home in Arcadia, we normally take the bus to Hollywood Bowl. it’s the most convenient way.

Priyanka lallu

19:47 16 Sep 22

Exciting place. Lot of great talents perform at this place. Huge seating arrangements for audience. Been to AR concert. It was just amazing. And this was my first concert to attend and I had great time.

Albert Martin

17:47 11 Sep 22

Great venue of course to see wonderful shows and make beautiful memories! Uber drop off and pickup was easy and they have lots of food options at the bowl. Be sure to sign up for the Hollywood Bowl website to get all the latest information.

M Murray

15:54 11 Sep 22

What a great place to see the greatest pop band of all time! With fireworks!!!! The Bowl is a truly unique concert experience starting with the venue inviting you to bring your own food and drinks! Arrive early and take advantage of this nearly 100 year old historic venue.

Random One

05:44 11 Sep 22

The bowl is majestic the vibe there is amazing. This place is historic and it never ceases to amaze me. If you want a laid back enjoyable venue to see your favorite performers see them at The Bowl. I cannot wait to get back to the Bowl!

I was terrified after ready reviews about parking and space. I was happy to find the parking was amazingly easy and accessible. Lot B provides a lot of parking and is available day of as well.

Raymond (Ray Ray)

14:32 30 Aug 22

I had a nice time. Went to the Smooth Jazz concert featuring George Benson, Boney James and Layla Hathaway. A really great show!

Rod N

07:34 28 Aug 22

Love love love the Hollywood Bowl! We arrived around 6pm. Had drinks, food and snacks before the main event at 8 pm. It was pure positive energy. We were lucky had a friend allowed us to park and walked from their home to the Bowl.
So no traffic parking hassle for us.

Show up early for your event time. Your allowed beverages, snacks, food. No hard liquor, your bags will be checked and security detectors at entrance.
Check into shuttle service if you're not familiar with the parking hassle.

There is a 15 to 20 minute walk to seating area , however there are escalators and moving walkway to help you. The sound was great the performance had everyone standing and cheering enjoying the evening event.

Mariami Betsu

21:20 21 Aug 22

Love how big the arena is and under open air, parking is very hard to find and if you park your car at hollywood bowl then you have to wait until cars in front of you leave, otherwise you are stuck. They also have shuttle buses

Nick Williams

06:42 13 Aug 22

My first experience was awesome, I had a great time. My girlfriend and I took a picnic to see Tchaikovsky's Spectacular with Fireworks and it was absolutely amazing. The Hollywood Bowl was a blast to experience as well - it felt like a theme park but for theater. Plenty of food options and places to sit and eat. Bathrooms are around and it's all wheelchair accessible. Plenty of drinks being served. Highly recommend!

marse napoli

02:07 07 Aug 22

As always, WONDERFUL experience! I love the picnic style, concert, romantic setting with my love ones. One of my favorite summer things to do. We have been doing this for 20 consecutive years! And still I love it!Thank you Hollywood Bowl!

Tim Laren

16:48 05 Aug 22

Jazz Night, great, Wednesday's in summer. Picnic around the bowl or bring it to your seats. Alcohol allowed. Boxes are very nice if you can get one and a little costly but worth it.
Another option is the cheap seats, maybe $20, a bit far back but the music is great anywhere you sit. Bring binoculars or just watch on one of the four huge screens. With the new cell phones you can even get some pretty good pictures.

Maria Colin

02:57 02 Aug 22

I went to see A-ha with Orchestra!! The Hollywood Bowl Orchestra sounded so beautiful! and when the band came on ✨✨✨✨well it was just amazing!!
We visit the Bowl about twice a year and it's always a great experience. If you've never been you're missing out!! Just go! 😄

Ross Curtis

14:50 01 Aug 22

This place is the best experience! You can bring your own food and drinks, backpacks and bags, and just enjoy the vibe! It is a Must-Do experience if you visit Los Angeles or even live there! The only negative, is that it is HUGE and the further back you sit, the harder it is to see. I strongly suggest you don’t sit further back from Terrace seating. The performers become ants at that point. We saw Boyz II Men. Honestly, a lot of fans were upset because they played a bunch of covers rather than the songs that made THEM popular—the songs we all loved! I felt that I did not get what I expected nor what I paid for. I give that show 2.5 out of 5 stars. Don’t go see them, unless you have money to throw away. I’m a big fan, but playing other artist’s songs rather than the well-loved hits we all grew up on, is sad. They said they were going to “Try something different” and it was not well received. Worst of all, they performed for barely an hour.

Simon Holzman

04:21 01 Aug 22

This is a great concert venue though a little more upscale than some places... Bring a picnic !

Seriously, for a place with almost the same capacity as most stadiums, the Hollywood Bowl has hugely better sound quality and a much better vibe.

I've been in the Nosh Pit (pun intended), and I've been in the nosebleed seats and the sound was perfect in both.

Highly recommended. I'm not joking about the picnic, but bring a bit extra to share with your neighbors.

Robert Moest

02:12 31 Jul 22

For some reason, even though I've lived in LA for 50 years, I didn't start going regularly to the bowl until about 10 years ago. It's never too late. It takes a little bit of effort to get there, but once you're there it's worth it. All kinds of entertainment is offered and there are always sheep seats higher up. With a new video screens and upgraded sound system everybody has a good time.

Jasmine Yamahata

22:02 28 Jul 22

We had an amazing time at the bowl! There are no bad seats and the landscape surrounding the bowl adds an element of magic to your musical experience. A few tips though:

1. Avoid driving there and certainly don't park there! The traffic is crazy, jams up really easy and parking is hell. There are Hollywood bowl shuttles all over LA that will take you to the Bowl and back for under 10$ in a bus. The other option is to ride share, it takes a little longer but the parking attendants are efficient and get the job done.

2. If you're on a budget bring your own food! We spent $30+ on a cheeseburger, fries, and drink. They totally allow it but be ready to have the cooler/basket/bag searched prior to entrance. We saw a whole family with 2 rows just pulling out bottled of wine, trays of lox, some nana's giant bowl of pasta salad and they were having a good time!

3. Absolutely bring a cushion or rent one as soon as you can they do run out. Those benches are hard and if your short like me your legs will dangle uncomfortably.

4. Try to minimize what you bring because space is truly limited and it will need to be searched upon arrival.

I hope this helps and you enjoy your trip to the Hollywood bowl!

Ester Guardado Gutiérrez

02:30 27 Jul 22

The Hollywood Bowl is magic.
I've been going there since 1970 and always look forward to their Summer Season, I enjoy every minute of it!
Thanks to the dynamic staff at the box office, the parking lot to the seating area and the restrooms who always greet me with a smile.
On a foot note, the restrooms at the Bowl are in the best 10 list of public restrooms in the USA!

Michael Piggee

20:36 20 Jun 22

What an iconic location carved out of the mountain. The Bowl has great acoustics and all the seats are good.Make sure to wear flat shoes as the hill climb can be a workout,where possible take the escalators. The Bowl also gives a good brew of the HOLLYWOOD sign as well.
I recommend this venue.

Cathy Robison

22:55 31 May 22

The Heart concert was really good. I love doing the picnic thing while enjoying a concert:-) wine was allowed.

Just saw Steely Dan. Great concert and even though it was sold out, being outside felt safer.

Debra

22:18 28 May 22

I love the Hollywood bowl, it's a great venue to see music, the improvements in the acoustics are amazing, the setting is serene. The downside is the parking situation is the most horrendous of any venue that there is in LA. The stacked parking is ridiculous. Taking a shuttle bus is the only way to do it, but you have to remember to reserve early because those book up too. It would be a 5 star if the parking situation was improved

Michael Hall

20:11 19 Dec 21

What a flippin' ripoff!! I've lived in the LA area for 25 years, so of course I've heard about the Hollywood Bowl!! I mean, I don't live under a rock!! So, I finally decided to load up the car and give it a whirl! Shoes, check. Glove, check. Ball, check!! I was primed and ready to rock n roll, baby!! So I make the 90 minute drive in traffic, and then the parking at this place is an absolute nightmare!! Horrendous!! After all that, guess what? No bowling alley ANYWHERE!! Currently I'm screening personal injury attorneys, because mentally I feel as though I've been harassed and abused!! Most of them say I should clear $50,000,000 easily!! I did stay and watch the concert. Pretty cool location and acoustics for that. Maybe they should advertise as a concert venue instead of a bowling alley!! What I said about the parking, seriously... no joke. It sucks!

THE KING OF NERF

21:47 02 Oct 21

Absolutely no doubt in my mind the best place to see a concert. Saw hall and Oates perform last night and first time at the Hollywood bowl. This memory will always be with me and I will never forget it. Hollywood bowl, you are the most amazing place in the world. Glad you are back open again.

Smiling in the Sun

22:36 14 Sep 21

Fantastic venue!
Garden Boxes have tables that transform from dinner service to box seating for the performance; very clever.
Men's restroom had a long line while women's moved very quickly due to the open stall light system they have in place.
Pay for the valet parking, or plan on an hours-long wait to leave after an event.

Lorenzo Warfel

06:39 13 Sep 21

My experience here was absolutely incredible, the staff was very pleasant and were willing to help you find your seat if you needed it. I really liked how spacious the walking areas of the bowl are and I also love the historic feel to the venue. The lights that light up the stage and bowl are beautiful and make the experience even more enjoyable. My family and I came to see Black Panther in Concert and we had a great time! We are looking forward to our next concert/event here.
One tip for the bowl: fix your website!! It’s awful
Aside from that I loved coming to the Hollywood Bowl 🙂

John Hatch

07:41 07 Sep 21

We had a chance to see John Williams conduct at the famous Hollywood Bowl, and it was epic. Parking seemed a little chaotic for it being our first time, and expensive $22, but we got there really early. There is a shuttle for way less $7 pre, and $12 day of, so it might be worth it to visit the website and check that out. You can also pay beforehand and save a few bucks. Be ready for plenty of walking, with some areas that are pretty steep. Food was expensive, as you would expect, and not all that great for the price. However, food and drinks are allowed in LA Phil-presented events. Check on the website for exact details, but depending on the event, you can come prepared for a picnic. The group next to us had it all, even some to share. Also, remember that this is outdoor seating, so check the weather and be prepared. You might want to bring a blanket or jacket even on a summer night. We purchased seat cushions for $1, and I would highly recommend doing that. Again, it was a great night, and the memories made are well worth making it happen.

Patricia Kackert

05:35 06 Sep 21

Absolutely lovely venue! We sat pretty close to the way back, and we could literally hear PERFECTLY! Sure the orchestra was teeny tiny from so far away, but that did not affect the performance at ALL. Don't worry about your seat, you'll have a great time either way. Three things, they have food (you can bring your own), parking is kind of a disaster, and BRING A SEAT CUSHION.

Dana Swanson

03:12 28 Aug 21

Hollywood Bowl has a great selection of wines and beers from all over the world. The ambiance is intimate with couches spread throughout the place and candles at every table. This is a great place for a date or happy hour with coworkers.

On weekends they have a great happy hour before 6pm, including 50% off wine bottle that are $70 or more.

Loopy Lyle

17:59 07 Aug 21

Picnic time was was great. The Tchaikovsky concert music was lively and the fire fireworks were spectacular. Everyone had a great time and the crowds were well behaved and flowed in and out pretty easy.

Rollin George

17:33 19 Jul 21

Saw Kamasi Washington here on 7/19 and it was fantastic. We were all the way in the cheap seats and the sound was incredible.

We also had a ticket snafu via online ordering (completely my fault) and Jennifer in customer service took great care of us!

Dave Fazek

20:54 18 Jul 21

So nice to be out again and the Bowl did not disappoint. Christina Aguilera and the Philharmonic we're outstanding. We like that we can bring food and drink. Next time we will go earlier and take advantage of the patio area to enjoy our picnic. The seats don't provide adequate space to dine comfortably.

Vanessa Duran

23:57 16 Jul 21

Went to see The Cure here and it was fantastic! Parking sucks so do yourself a favor and Uber yourself there….especially if you plan on being cute in high heels. I damn near thought that I was going to die on the way there. Venue is great and beautifully historic!

J M

20:35 05 Jul 21

Fun and great experience but the facility definitely need an upgrade. Food is especially over priced.

Will also charge you for cushions so you can you bring your own. (The seats are wooden)

Need better and more ways exit

Tere Valenzuela

16:59 28 Jun 21

We went to a concert at limited capacity and that made all the difference. We avoided traffic, lines and rowdy concert-goers. It was a wonderful time! The view never disappoints.

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