Hollywood is known as the entertainment capital of the world. This certainly includes the many studio tours and amusement parks in Los Angeles County, and our neighboring Orange County. Whether you’re a thrill seeker that loves rollercoasters, or a lover of film and television, L.A. has you covered! TOP STUDIO TOURS IN LOS ANGELES WARNER BROS. STUDIO TOUR HOLLYWOOD Just over the hill from Hollywood is the City of Burbank. It’s here where you can find the popular Warner Bros. Studio Tour. This behind-the-scenes VIP experience allows you to explore iconic sets, visit sound stages, and see where some of your favorite movies and TV shows were made. Round out your experience with lunch or dinner at the celebrity-heavy Smoke House Restaurant. This
Cinespia at Hollywood Forever Cemetery
It’s fall – and even if you are over all of the ads for pumpkin spiced everything, there are some perks that come along with the season. While it doesn’t necessarily get as crisp as other parts of the country, Los Angeles does have the advantage of great weather that allows for all of the fall outdoor activities without some of the chill. One of the best to enjoy? Cinespia at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Cinespia offers outdoor film experiences all over Los Angeles, but one of the most popular locations is the Fairbanks Lawn at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery. With October just around the corner, it is the perfect setting for a fall movie – especially any of the creepier
L.A. Dia De Los Muertos 2018
As promised, Glitterati Tours of Hollywood and Beverly Hills will continue to post as much as possible regarding things to do this Halloween season around L.A. As mentioned in previous posts, you’ve got the huge attractions like Knott’s Scary Farm, and Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights, but there’s something very unique to our city that’s tough to find anywhere else…a massive celebration in a legendary cemetery. The 19th Annual L.A. Dia de los Muertos 2018 (Day of the Dead Festival) takes place once again inside Hollywood Forever Cemetery. This year’s theme is Coatlicue “Mother of the Gods.” The event takes place on Saturday, October 27th, 2018, from noon until midnight. General admission is $25 per person. Pre-purchase tickets to avoid
Dia de los Muertos Hollywood
Dia de los Muertos at Hollywood Forever Cemetery In just about 3 weeks, the 18th annual Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Festival takes place at the amazing Hollywood Forever Cemetery. This is one of the most unique Halloween season activities in all of Los Angeles. This year’s theme is The Legacy of Posada, honoring Mexican artist Jose Guadalupe Posada. His art and images 100 years later, still provide so much of the foundation to this annual tradition. Dia de Los Muertos Hollywood, takes place on Saturday, October 28th, 2017, from Noon until Midnight. Get there early to avoid the after dark rush, and 100% look into UBER’ing or public transportation. Street parking will be nearly non-existent in
Hollywood Forever Day of the Dead Festival
The famous cemetery Hollywood Forever Day of the Dead Festival, a.k.a., Dia De Los Muertos, always coincides with Halloween. This truly is one of the most unique events of the season. This year, the event takes place on Saturday, October 29th from 12pm-12am. A favorite visit during our private tours of Hollywood, the cemetery will be closed to the public a few days prior in order to set up the stages and for the elaborate altar construction for participants in the annual contest. Performing on the main stage this year, look for Mariachi Flor De Toloache, Buyepongo, Julietta Venegas, Alejandro Y Maria Laura, and Mitre. More event details: General Admission: $20 per person – (Exact change is requested) Children 8
Things to do for Halloween in Los Angeles and Hollywood
It’s never too early to get the word out on things to do for Halloween in Los Angeles. Even the local stores have been fully stocked with all things Halloween for over 3 weeks now. As this holiday picks up steam around the world, keep in mind that there’s no other place that does more to celebrate Halloween than L.A., especially this year, since it falls on a Saturday! Here’s some great stuff for Halloween in Los Angeles: From the Official Visit West Hollywood website: The largest Halloween street party in the world happens in West Hollywood on Saturday, October 31, 2015. Admission is free to this world-famous event, which includes live music and entertainment on multiple stages along Santa
Outfest Los Angeles July 9th-19th, 2015
Outfest Los Angeles 2015 is currently underway with special LGBT screenings through July 19th. Venues include The Directors Guild of America on Sunset Blvd., Harmony Gold Theatre, Hollywood Forever Cemetery (yes, awesome screenings here near the final resting place of superstars Douglas Fairbanks, Tyrone Power, Mickey Rooney, and Rudolph Valentino), The Montalban Theatre, and The Orpheum Theatre in Downtown L.A. From the official OUTFEST LA website: The 2015 Outfest Los Angeles LGBT Film Festival continues our proud tradition of bringing you the best in LGBT storytelling, making sure that our entire community is reflected in the stories we show onscreen. There is so much to celebrate in this year’s lineup. We have exciting new venues to explore; we’re putting a
