Be sure that Los Angeles is full of entertainment, you just have to know where to look for it. The aim of Economy Car Rentals is to help you locate the most notable events and festivals in Los Angeles. Have an overview and plan everything properly. Visit our Videos Page for a short "tour" through Los Angeles. While visiting Los Angeles, you will discover that it is full of surprisingly notable events. Explore the events of USA while being pampered by the comfort of a car rental. Take home the best memories from your trip in Los Angeles. Gather remarkable memories from the events taking place in Los Angeles. Participate in the most fascinating festivals to discover the culture and life of Los Angeles. Whether in the city center, just outside or close to the next event, you will find what you're looking for easily and conveniently. The Economy Car Rentals pages have also compiled the latest news about Los Angeles in order to give you the opportunity to combine all important information. Not sure about the right car group for your car rental? Many car groups can be found on our Car Fleet Page.
January
LA Art Show – More than 125 international exhibitors show their masterpieces at this event in Los Angeles. (www.laartshow.com) Chinese New Year & Lantern Festival – Celebrate the New Year with the Chinese community.
July
Photo LA – International photographic art exposition. (www.photola.com)
February
The Academy Awards –“And the Oscar goes to…” meet the celebrities on the red carpet in front of the Kodak Theatre. Take place at this well-known event in Los Angeles. (www.oscars.org) Fire Cracker Run – This run is recognized as one of the best-organized events in the running community. (http://firecracker10k.org/)
August
HARD Summer Festival – The festival has gained a reputation as the city's best annual dance party. So don’t miss this dancing event in Los Angeles. (www.hardfest.com) Long Beach Jazz Festival – Top artists perform in a great location in Rainbow Lagoon Park. (www.longbeachjazzfestival.com)
March
Los Angeles Marathon – During the race music, dancing and more keeps spectators entertained. (www.lamarathon.com) Dana Point Festival of Whales – The festival in Los Angeles celebrates on two weekends the Gray Whales passing on their way from Alaska to Mexico. (http://festivalofwhales.org)
September
LA County Fair – Have fun with different events, concerts and carnival rides. (www.lacountyfair.com) Port of Los Angeles Lobster Festival – This three-day festival in San Pedro entertains the visitors with dancing, street performers, a pirate camp, tall ships and music. (http://lobsterfest.com/)
April
Blessing of the Animals (Holy Saturday, the day before Easter) – Since 1930 it is a tradition on Olvera Street to line up with your pet at the La Placita at El Pueblo Historic Monument for a sprinkling of holy water.
October
Hollywood Film Festival – The festival in Los Angeles screens dozens of new films and also includes gala premieres and top celebrities. (http://hollywoodfest.com/)
May
UCLA Jazz Reggae Festival – More than 25.000 people are expected at the outdoor festival on Memorial Day weekend which attracts big-name performers to the Intramural Field on the UCLA campus. This event in Los Angeles is the right place to be for every lover of jazz music and reggae. (www.jazzreggaefest.com)
December
Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade – An evening boat parade in which decorated boats circle the main channel to compete for prizes. The event ends with a fireworks display. (www.mdrboatparade.org)
June
LA Film Festival – The festival shows around 175 features, documentaries, shorts and music videos. (www.lafilmfest.com) Mariachi USA Festival – Meet the best mariachi bands of the United States and Mexico at the Hollywood Bowl stage during this event in Los Angeles. (www.mariachiusa.com)
Scheduled Events can be subject to change. Prior to travelling, we advise you to contact the organisers to check the event will take place.
