Hollywood Boulevard in Los Angeles

History Of Hollywood Boulevard

Until 1910, Hollywood Boulevard was named as Prospect Avenue. The Father of Hollywood, Charles E. Toberman, with his 36 projects, made this thriving Hollywood theatre district. Along with Sid Grauman, he opened the three iconic themed theatres: Egyptian, El Capitan, and Chinese. Then in 1958, Hollywood Boulevard’s Walk of Fame was created to give tribute to the artists working in the entertainment industry.

Attractions Of Hollywood Boulevard

Hollywood Boulevard is basically known for its potential for star sightings, theatres, museums, shopping, and dining complexes. The Hollywood and Highland Centre is the best place to start your tour which has Lucky Strike Lanes, which is a popular bowling alley lounge, fascinating nightclubs, and numerous shopping centers. It has Grand Ballroom which is the site of annual Oscars Governors Ball.

Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum is the most visited attraction in Hollywood Boulevard. It has approximately 220 wax replicas of major celebrities, world leaders, music icons, and sports figures. It is a perfect place for snapping photos with your favorite celebrities. The Dolby Theatre, El Capitan Theatre, Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, and The Egyptian Theatre runs classic as well as the latest movies and spellbinding shows which offers great entertainment experiences.

Hollywood Boulevard’s Walk of Fame runs between Gower and La Brea streets and is made up of hundreds of starred tiles with the names of the celebrities who have left a mark in the movie and entertainment industry. The Gateway to Hollywood is a structure built of ‘Four Ladies of Hollywood’ and is a must visit tourist attraction. Ripley’s Believe it or not features over a dozen galleries sprawling on two floors of the building. It is an odditorium featuring interesting and unusual exhibits.

Hollywood Boulevard Events

The Hollywood Boulevard at night is a sight to behold. The place is glittering with many stores and events all lit up. During the day too, the place is lit with the buzz around. Tourists and locals alike experience the place with gusto and enthusiasm. Read ahead to know about the events :

$2 Summer Vacation Animations

$2 Summer Vacation Animations is a late afternoon movie event that happens once a week. Every week, there is a big screen installed and one can pick up their seats online and show up at the event. The event takes place between June 12 and August 7 in the year 2019. There will be a full-service menu. You can watch the movie you like from the list and pay just 2$ for the entire experience.

Dueling Pianos

Watch the movie songs performed live at the Dueling Pianos event at the Hollywood Boulevard. Two pianists play and sing in a high energy live show. The seating here is the kind that is in a stadium and the lights are slightly dimmed for a beautiful ambiance. Give food orders to the servers that come around. The event shall happen on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 - 6:45 pm. Tickets are $8.

Sensory Friendly Screenings

Enjoy the best sensory-friendly screening experience at this event. Such an experience is designed for everyone that may have a different need while watching a movie. People who have sensitivity to loud sounds, the ones who can’t still like toddlers, and any other thing. The movie experience has soft sounds with lights on. In essence, it is a safe judgement free zone where you can enjoy the movie at a relaxed pace. Tickets are $6 and it is suggested to book them in advance for August 17, 2019 - 11:00 am.

80s Week

If you are in love with the 80s, this event is for you. A week long extravaganza, this is all about the 80s Movies, 80s Drinks, 80s Games from Prince Arcades, 80s Music, and 80s Costume Contest. The event shall happen during August 19 - 22, 2019. Tickets are to be booked online.

Movie Trivia Night

Enjoy movie trivia nights with your friends and family at Hollywood Boulevard. The place has 5 trivia nights happening during August- December 2019, the first one being on August 27, 2019 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Answer questions and win epic prizes.