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COVID-19

Questions

What type of programming takes place?

Due to COVID-19 and in compliance with LA County Public Health guidelines, Grand Park’s large gathering events have shifted online. Public onsite events will not be held in the Park until further notice. To stay updated on our online programs, subscribe to our YouTube channel (youtube.com/grandparklosangeles), follow us on Instagram (@grandpark_la), and sign up for our newsletter here.

The park is a dynamic, inclusive environment for community events, cultural experiences, festivals, holiday celebrations, and many other activities that engage and attract visitors from all communities in Los Angeles County. Park visitors enjoy original programming, Music Center programming, outdoor activities, interactive events, entertainment, and many other activities that benefit from the park’s multi-use lawns, stages, and spaces.

Is the splash pad portion of the fountain open/accessible to the public? Are park visitors allowed to play in the water?

The splash pad is currently closed in an abundance of safety to help prevent further spread of COVID-19.

Are there lunch trucks at the park?

Grand Park is resuming the Lunch a la Park Food Trucks program, to serve local employees and park guests. For the schedule, please check our event calendar. Grand Park, along with our vendor partners, are practicing the following safety protocols:

  • All staff must wear appropriate PPE at all times in the park – masks and gloves
  • Any staff exhibiting symptoms of Covid-19 must stay home
  • No physical hand-out menus are allowed
  • All utensils must be in pre-wrapped packages to minimize contact
  • Condiments must be in individual, single-serving packages
  • Cash-free payment is strongly recommended and encouraged. Vendor partners are strongly encouraged to make best efforts to minimize contact in ordering and payment, shifting to mobile or pre-ordering if possible.
    • If a card is used, it must be disinfected after handling
    • Mobile, contactless, or pre-orders is the preferred method
  • Sneeze barrier between customers and staff
  • Disinfectant wipes/sanitize must be provided at touchpoints (drink counter, utensil dispenser, etc)

All food truck patrons and guests, please practice safety protocols as well:

  • Wear a mask
  • Wash your hands
  • Practice social distancing of at least 6 feet apart

General

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What are the things prohibited in the park?
  • Alcohol. Grand Park may have events that include alcohol, and only alcohol within the bar area is authorized. Open beverages of any kind are not permitted into the bar area.
  • Narcotics or illegal drugs
  • Bathing in pools or fountain or restrooms
  • Damage to plants or property
  • Explosives
  • Fires
  • Overnight lodging
  • Riding bicycles (please walk them)
  • Skateboarding
  • Tents
  • Unauthorized photo or video shoots
  • Unauthorized vending
  • Drones
  • Camping
  • Entering upper fountain pools
  • Firecrackers
  • Lawn Umbrellas
  • Parking of any motor vehicles, bicycles, or scooters outside of designated areas
  • Rideshare scooters
  • Smoking (including vapes)
  • Tripods
  • Unauthorized Professional grade photo and video equipment, including but not limited to: tripods, drones, microphones, cameras, lights, reflectors, etc.
  • Unleashed animals
  • Drone Operation
  • Cooking
  • Feeding animals
  • Firearms
  • Littering (including pet waste)
  • Public intoxication
  • Rollerblading
  • Staking
  • Unauthorized driving or parking
  • Unauthorized solicitation
  • Weapons

This list is subject to change, and subject to the discretion of Grand Park and/or The Music Center security. Special events may have additional prohibited items.

What are the rules of the park?
  • Grand Park is located in Downtown Los Angeles. Grand Park stretches from The Music Center on the west to City Hall on the east between First and Temple streets. With close proximity to major freeways and major public transportation hubs, Grand Park is an easy and fun destination for all.
  • Parking for Grand Park is available in Lot 10 (weekends only) on N Broadway between First Street and Temple Street. Parking lot address is 145 N. Broadway, Los Angeles with entrances on Broadway and on Hill St. The Lot 10 parking rate is $3.50 per 15 minutes, or $20.00 maximum per day, and $10.00 per day for weekends, evenings and special events.
  • For parking for Grand Park + The Music Center’s 4th of July Block Party, please check event page for the latest details on recommended parking and street closures. This page will be updated on a regular basis. Note that Lot 10 on N Broadway will be closed for this event.
  • TAKING THE METRO is quick and easy with these simple directions: Metro Red or Purple Line to Civic Center/Grand Park Station or the Gold Line to Union Station or Little Tokyo/Arts District Station. Plan your best route using the Trip Planner.
How can visitors get information about accessibility?

Grand Park follows all ADA standards for accessibility. Visitors can call 213-972-8080 for more information.

What are the park hours?

Regular park hours are 5:30 am to 10:00 pm daily.

Directions

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Where do visitors park? Is public transportation convenient to the park?

Visitors to Grand Park are encouraged to ride the Metro Red or Purple Lines to Civic Center/Grand Park Station. There are various parking options near Grand Park, including:

 

The Music Center Main Campus Garage

Enter via southbound traffic, turning right into the garage from Grand Avenue between First Street and Temple Street. Event Rate of $9* (cash or credit upon entry) begins on weekdays at 4:30 p.m. or two hours prior to matinee performances and on weekends all day. Non-Event Rate is $3.50* for every 15 minutes, with $20* maximum (cash or credit upon entry).

 

Walt Disney Concert Hall Garage

Due to construction of the new 2nd Street Metro station, several street closures are in effect around Walt Disney Concert hall through 2020. Please allow extra time to arrive and park at Walt Disney Concert Hall, and make note of the following:

  • Flower Street will be closed between 3rd Street and 1st Street.
  • Kosciusko Way will be closed from 3rd Street/Flower to Hope Street.
  • 2nd Place bridge will be closed from Hope Street to Kosciusko Way.
  • Northbound Hope Street will remain open between 2nd and 1st Streets.


We encourage you to approach Walt Disney Concert Hall 2nd Street parking entrance from Grand Avenue or Northbound Hope Street, or approach the Lower Grand entrance from 4th Street or Olive Street, to avoid these street closures.

Enter via Second Street between Hope Street and Grand Avenue. Event Rate of $9* (CASH ONLY upon entry) begins on weekdays at 4:30 p.m. or two hours prior to matinee performances and on weekends all day. Non-Event Rate is $3.50* for every 15 minutes, with $20* maximum (CASH ONLY upon entry).

 

Lot 10 (Weekends Only)

Lot 10 with entrances on Broadway and Hill Street between First and Temple Streets (in the middle of the park). Parking in this lot is $10.00 per day for weekends, evenings and special events.

Parking is also available in nearby lots.

Are there public restrooms?

Yes. Restrooms are located by the Starbucks between Grand Avenue and Hill Street and in the Event Lawn area near Spring Street.

Partnerships

Questions

Do the park have partnership?

Yes, For more information about our partnership you can check it out our About page.

Rentals

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I want to have my event in Grand Park. How do I start?

We ask that all potential rental clients fill out the Event Proposal form found on the contact page. From there our team will be able to evaluate your form and determine if your event can occur in the park. Once your form is evaluated, the rentals team will send you an email letting you know the status of your proposal.

How are event proposals evaluated?

Event proposals are evaluated holistically and many items are taken into consideration, including size and scope of the event, staff capacity, and calendar as it pertains to blackout dotes and other scheduled events. Blackout dates are put into place either because of already scheduled events or for the park to be a resource to the residents of L.A. County as a public space. Please see our availability calendar in the link on our page to inform your scheduling.

What do I do if my event is not approved?

Events that are not approved will receive an evaluation email explaining why the event was not approved, including whether there is an adjustment that can be made to allow your event to be held in the park. Instructions on any proposed adjustments will be included in the evaluation email. Not all events that are proposed are approved, but the Grand Park team does their best to accommodate everyone.

What is the park's guest capacity?

The park is divided into four separate areas, all with various capacities. Capacity numbers are based on space available and do not take into account items that may decrease the footprint/. The more elements added to the event (i.e. tents, tables and chairs, a stage, etc.), the lower the capacity becomes. Capacity is determined by Los Angeles City Fire Marshal.

How much does it cost to do an event at Grand Park?

Each area of the park has a designated rental fee set by the County of Los Angeles that is charged based upon the length of time necessary from set up until tear down. Cost estimates include any additional necessary Grand Park personnel such as staff, security, maintenance, etc. This estimate will be sent after the event has been approved to occur in Grand Park.

What elements should I plan to budget for?

Budgeting for events in Grand Park is dependent on the type of event and content of the event. Grand Park is an outdoor space; traditional elements that may be included in an indoor rental setting may not be available in Grand Park. Some elements to consider are sound equipment, lighting, portable restrooms, fencing, and permits (For example, permits for stage builds, street closures and food vending). The rentals team will assist in explaining what may be needed.

Can I use my own vendors for my event or does Grand Park have preferred vendors?

There is no requirement to work with selected vendors to have an event in Grand Park. The rentals
team is available as a resource for vendors if needed.

I'm not interested in renting Grand Park. 'd like to sell my product at Grand Park events (i.e. Food Trucks, T-shirts, etc.)?

Please visit our CONTACT/RENTAL INFO page and fill out the Vendor Inquiry form. We will contact you only if the opportunity arises.

Where can my guests park for an event?

Parking for Grand Park is available in Lot 10 on N. Broadway between First Street and Temple Street. The parking lot address is 145 N. Broadway, Los Angeles with entrances on Broadway and on Hill St. The Lot 10 parking rate is $3.50 per 15 minutes, or $20.00 maximum per day, and $10.00 per day for weekends, evenings and special events.


Note that street closures may affect parking options. Please work with the rentals team for proper communications and alternate parking options

How about my wedding, graduation or other special event photos?

Thank you for considering Grand Park as the backdrop for the photos of your special moments. Photoshoots using professional-grade equipment, including tripods, drones, microphones, cameras, lights, reflectors, etc. must be scheduled with our rentals team.

Other

Questions

Can I shoot my independent film in the park?

Commercial film and photo shoots – including student and non-profit organizations – require a permit from Film LA, Inc., the entity authorized by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to process film permits.

How do visitors learn about upcoming events and activities scheduled for the park?

Information about upcoming events can be found on our calendar. You can also visit our Facebook page, or follow us on Twitter or Instagram.

Is picnicking allowed at the park?

Yes. Grand Park was designed for both public and private use. Visitors can enjoy a picnic or purchase food and beverages on-site. Please practice physical distancing, with a minimum of 6-feet apart from other guests.

How is the park conserving water?

Grand Park was designed as an eco-friendly park with water conservation in mind. In addition to the native and drought-tolerant plants and landscaping, the park has a state-of-the-art irrigation system.

All non-turf areas have drought-tolerant plant material and are watered by subsurface drip irrigation that eliminates overspray and runoff. This saves more than 30% of water use compared with conventional overhead spray irrigation. That system includes Flow Sensing and Master Valves that detect breaks in the irrigation system and send alerts so any leaks can be fixed immediately. Plus, the Park has installed “smart irrigation controllers” that adjust watering as a result of weather and moisture levels.

The Grand Park fountain uses recirculated water. It is a historic fountain so it is kept running at the lowest possible level to keep the inner workings going and to prevent any corrosion or other problems. It no longer “dances” but is set on “static” mode. The fountain is incredibly efficient and, because it is recirculating, uses only 20 gallons of water per year.

Can I recycle at the park?

Yes. Visitors will find recycling bins located throughout the park.

Can I bring my dog to the park?

Dogs are allowed in the park but must be on a leash at all times. A dog run on the Event Lawn (near the Spring Street entrance) offers an off-leash area for dogs and their owners.

How can visitors get information about accessibility?

Grand Park follows all ADA standards for accessibility. Visitors can call 213-972-8080 for more information.

How can visitors trust that Grand Park is a safe and secure environment?

Security for the park is provided 24-hours-a-day. In addition, security cameras, monitored daily, are located throughout the park to ensure the safety of all park patrons.

Can visitors move the pink furniture?

Yes. Visitors are free to move furniture for use within the same area of the park. Moving furniture across the street to other portions of the park is prohibited.

Can anyone hold an event at the park? Where is more information available?

The park is open to everyone. Individuals, companies and organizations are welcome to rent space for public or private events at the park. If you’re interested in renting a space in Grand Park, please visit the contact us page.

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Your are welcome to:

  • Enjoy the park during park hours (5:30 am to 10:00 pm daily)
  • Spread blankets on the grass and have a picnic (temporarily suspended due to COVID-19 precautions)
  • Play in the splash pad (temporarily suspended due to COVID-19 precautions)
  • Walk your dog on a leash

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  • Alcohol
  • Narcotics or illegal drugs
  • Drones
  • Explosives
  • Fires
  • Damage to plants or property
  • Entering upper fountain pools
  • Feeding animals
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