Tournament of Roses Parade (Rose Parade) (January 1 (or January 2 if Jan 1 falls on Sunday)). Annual parade along Colorado Boulevard in Pasadena, CA, featuring flower-covered floats, marching bands, and equestrian units. Founded 1890; followed by the Rose Bowl college football game.
Academy Awards (Oscars) (Late February or March (annually)). Held at Dolby Theatre, Hollywood, through 2028; moving to Peacock Theater at LA Live for 2029 onward. 2027 ceremony: March 14; 2028 ceremony: March 5.
Grammy Awards (First Sunday of February (annually)). Held at Crypto.com Arena (formerly Staples Center) in downtown Los Angeles since 2000. The 68th Grammy Awards were held February 1, 2026.
ASICS Los Angeles Marathon (March (annually; 2026 date was March 8)). Annual 26.2-mile race; 2026 edition was the 41st. Route runs from Dodger Stadium to Century City. Adjusted from March 15 to March 8 in 2026 to avoid conflict with the Academy Awards.
Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival (Two consecutive weekends in April). Held at Empire Polo Club in Indio, CA (Coachella Valley, ~130 miles from LA). Annual since 2001; features rock, pop, indie, hip-hop, EDM, and large-scale art installations.