Hollywood Bowl Venue Guide

What the Hollywood Bowl is and what to know first

The Hollywood Bowl is an outdoor amphitheater at 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068. It is run by the nonprofit Los Angeles Philharmonic Association.

The Bowl suggests arriving at least 90 minutes prior to a performance, and separately recommends being at the gates at least 30 minutes before the event start time.

Seating is not uniform. Box Seats are canvas-covered collapsible chairs in groups of four or six surrounded by wooden partitions. Super Seats are stadium-style seats with built-in cup holders set in the center of the theater. Bench Seats start right next to the Terrace boxes and go all the way to the top. Large video screens on both sides of the stage give a close-up view from any seat.

Seat cushion rentals are available from ushers for

Getting to the Hollywood Bowl

The easiest way to reach the Bowl by public transportation, according to the venue, is the Metro B Line (Red) to the Hollywood/Highland Metro Station. The official pages do not state a walking route, distance or walking time from that station to the venue.

Bowl Shuttles run continuously from four locations closer to the Bowl through the start of the concert. Those lots are Ventura Blvd., LA Zoo, Burbank Metrolink and Ovation Hollywood.

Shuttles are free with a GoMetro Round-Trip Pass, Metro TAP card or Metrolink ticket. For free shuttle travel with a TAP card or Metrolink ticket, travel must have occurred within the previous two hours via bus or subway. Valid Metrolink tickets are accepted at the Burbank Metrolink lot.

Park & Ride lots are located across LA County, and a bus takes riders straight to the Bowl and returns them to their lot after the performance.

Buses and lots for the Bowl Shuttle are wheelchair accessible.

• Metro: B Line (Red) to Hollywood/Highland Metro Station
• Bowl Shuttle lots: Ventura Blvd., LA Zoo, Burbank Metrolink, Ovation Hollywood
• Shuttle departures from lots begin 2.5 hours prior to concert; the last shuttle departs each lot at concert time
• Bowl Shuttle and Park & Ride buses drop off and depart from the Bowl at the top of Lot B

Gates and how seating is laid out

Ticketed access to the amphitheater is by gate time rather than a single posted door time. The venue directs patrons to refer to the gate time on their concert's detail page for ticketed access to the amphitheater, barring stage delays, and recommends arriving at the gates at least 30 minutes prior to event start time.

Seating is described by type rather than as numbered levels on the pages checked. Box Seats are canvas-covered collapsible chairs in groups of four or six surrounded by wooden partitions. Super Seats are stadium-style seats with built-in cup holders in the center of the theater. Bench Seats start next to the Terrace boxes and continue to the top. Large video screens on both sides of the stage provide a close-up view from any seat.

To find a seat, check the section and seat type on your ticket, then ask an usher for help; ushers also handle seat cushion rentals for

Food, drink and picnics

You are welcome to bring your own food to any events at the Bowl, and there are 14 picnic areas for guests bringing their own food. Some picnic areas open as early as four hours before the concert.

Outside alcohol rules depend on the event. For Lease Events notated with Special House Rules Apply on the calendar and event pages, outside alcohol is not permitted. The venue guide also states that for lease events, outside alcohol is not allowed.

Factory-sealed plastic bottles with non-alcoholic beverages are allowed as long as they are one liter or less. No glass, including drinking glasses, or aluminum cans are allowed, regardless of content. All containers, picnic baskets and coolers must fit under your seats or within your box. Wine and beer are available for purchase inside the Bowl.

On-site food includes three Marketplaces for ready-to-eat items, and the South LA Cafe serves coffee and more in the Plaza Marketplace. Artists Pavilion Grill is a full-service restaurant and wine bar inside the Terri and Jerry Kohl Artists Pavilion, featuring starters, the signature HB Burger, French dip and USDA Prime steaks. The new Terri and Jerry Kohl Artists Pavilion opens in June, will be furnished with a full kitchen, will serve as a gathering space for artists and will operate as a new public restaurant for LA Phil concerts.

Lucques at the Circle is an exclusive fine-dining experience for Pool Circle ticket holders, with a seasonal three-course prix fixe menu. Supper in Your Box Seats orders must be placed online by 6pm the day before the concert and are only available to ticket holders in Garden and Terrace boxes. Picnic Boxes must be ordered online by 6pm the day before the concert and are picked up in the Plaza Marketplace.

Only cashless payment methods are accepted for dining purchases at the Bowl. Showing a same-day Park & Ride or Bowl Shuttle ticket gets 20% off a purchase at the Plaza Marketplace.

Accessibility services

A minimum of 200 wheelchair, semi-ambulatory and companion tickets are available throughout the Hollywood Bowl. Individuals purchasing a ticket for an accessible seat may purchase up to three additional seats for companions in the same row and contiguous with the accessible seat.

Accessible parking is available in Lot A (Blue) and Lot B (Green) for $45 for LA Phil Produced Events and $55 for Lease Events. Access to ADA parking spaces is restricted to patrons with a valid state issued ADA parking placard or license plate. The Lot B entrance is off the west side of Highland Avenue, and the electric cart pickup is located near the accessible parking in Lot B.

There is an accessible path of travel from the Park & Ride bus drop-off to the Bowl, including the Box Office Plaza, Bowl Box Office, concessions, The Bowl Store and elevators to accessible seating locations. Accessible picnic areas are off the 3rd Promenade and on the roof of the Box Office building, accessed via the elevator from the Plaza. Concessions in the Plaza and on the 3rd Promenade have counters at accessible heights.

For guests who wish to transfer to a seat from their wheelchair, wheelchairs and other mobility devices are stored at the west entrance of Promenade 1 or the east entrances of Promenade 2 and 3 with house staff. The Bowl does not supply loaner or rental wheelchairs. Electric cart service following the performance departs from the Field Gate, Box Office Plaza and picnic area 5 east of Promenade 3.

Assistive listening headsets are available free of charge with a deposit of an ID at the House Manager's Office; ask an usher for assistance. Requests for a sign language interpreter need advanced notice of 5 business days. Requests for open captioning need advanced notice of 10 business days. Requests for audio description need advanced notice of 2 weeks prior to the performance.

Accessibility Services can be reached at 323 850 2125, Tuesday through Sunday, 11am to 5pm, or by email at [email protected], with responses possibly taking up to 72 hours.

Tickets for individual events are sold on a No Refund/No Exchange basis, including all lease events. Tickets purchased as part of a Subscription from the Hollywood Bowl Subscription Office may be exchanged.

Last checked October 28, 2026.

Parking and rideshare

On-site parking is available in Lots A (Blue) and D (Yellow). All Bowl lots are stack parked, and there is no early exit. If inventory is still available, cashiers accept cash or credit card. The official pages do not publish general on-site parking prices, so those prices are not confirmed in the sources checked.

Rideshare drop-off and pick-up are located in Lot C (Purple). The venue guide also directs rideshare drivers to 6655 Odin St. for pickup and drop-off.

Bowl Shuttle parking is free at most lot locations. The exception is Ovation Hollywood (formerly Hollywood & Highland), where parking has a $20 daily maximum.

Park & Ride tickets bought day-of at the lot cost

Bag policy, prohibited items and house rules

Bags do not need to be clear but must be able to fit under your seat and measure no more than 15 inches wide, 15 inches high or 22 inches long. Containers, picnic baskets and coolers larger than those dimensions will not be allowed past the ticket gates. Patrons at Lease Events at the Hollywood Bowl will also be required to have their bags checked.

Prohibited items include firearms or weapons such as tasers or expandable batons, and umbrellas, since concerts are performed rain or shine. No glass, including drinking glasses, or aluminum cans are allowed regardless of content. The Hollywood Bowl will not provide storage for prohibited items, and patrons must return them to their vehicle or discard them before entering.

Smoking is not permitted on the Hollywood Bowl grounds except in designated areas, and violators are subject to removal. Strollers are allowed in the venue, with limited storage available at each promenade.

Latecomers won't be seated until the earliest appropriate opportunity in the concert, at the discretion of management. Certain events are performed without intermission, so no late seating can be offered at those concerts.

Attendees and guests in violation of the Customer Code of Conduct may be subject to ejection without a refund, arrest and/or loss of ticket privileges for future events. To report an incident discreetly, text BOWL to 69050.

The official pages do not address re-entry at the Hollywood Bowl.

It is recommended that all guests 6 months and older either be fully vaccinated or obtain a negative COVID-19 viral test prior to entry, but it is not required. Masks are recommended but not required at the Hollywood Bowl and on Park & Ride buses and Shuttles.

Gate and start times

The official pages do not post a single door or start time for the venue. Patrons should refer to the gate time on their concert's detail page for ticketed access to the amphitheater, barring stage delays.

The Bowl recommends arriving at the gates at least 30 minutes prior to event start time, and separately suggests arriving at least 90 minutes prior to a performance. Check your concert's detail page for the specific gate and start times.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the Hollywood Bowl?

The Hollywood Bowl is at 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068.

How do I get to the Hollywood Bowl by public transit?

The venue names the Metro B Line (Red) to the Hollywood/Highland Metro Station as the easiest public transportation route. Bowl Shuttles also run from Ventura Blvd., LA Zoo, Burbank Metrolink and Ovation Hollywood, free with a GoMetro Round-Trip Pass, Metro TAP card or Metrolink ticket.

Where do rideshare drivers pick up and drop off at the Hollywood Bowl?

Rideshare drop-off and pick-up are in Lot C (Purple). The venue guide also directs rideshare drivers to 6655 Odin St.

Can I bring my own food and drinks to the Hollywood Bowl?

You can bring your own food to any event at the Bowl. Factory-sealed plastic bottles with non-alcoholic beverages are allowed at one liter or less, but glass and aluminum cans are not allowed. For Lease Events marked Special House Rules Apply, outside alcohol is not permitted.

What size bag can I bring to the Hollywood Bowl?

Bags do not need to be clear but must fit under your seat and measure no more than 15 inches wide, 15 inches high or 22 inches long. Larger containers, picnic baskets and coolers will not be allowed past the ticket gates, and the venue does not store prohibited items.

How do I arrange accessible seating at the Hollywood Bowl?

A minimum of 200 wheelchair, semi-ambulatory and companion tickets are available throughout the Bowl, and buyers of an accessible seat may purchase up to three contiguous companion seats. Accessibility Services can be reached at 323 850 2125, Tuesday through Sunday, 11am to 5pm, or at [email protected].