Hollywood Bowl

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As one of LA's best escape room destinations, 60out is the perfect place for a night out with friends, where you can solve puzzles, have a few laughs, and immerse yourself in some seriously cool stories. 60out offers an escape room experience for every age and genre that includes themes like Alice in Wonderland, the Amityville Horror, the steampunk Nautilus ship, the Casino Heist, and even branded rooms from movie franchises like Godzilla and The Smurfs that rotate over time.

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For a hilarious night of improv comedy, The Groundlings is the place for some side-splitting fun in Los Angeles. Located on the famous Melrose Avenue, this beloved spot has been molding the next generation of comics since 1974 and hosts around 4,200 students each year across their many courses. Their star-studded alumni include the likes of Phil Hartman, Lisa Kudrow, and Will Ferrell, who have gone on to create hilarious and lucrative careers. Their weekly improv comedy shows feature their current students, and they also showcase many scripted pieces throughout the year.

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Designed by renowned architect Charles Luckman, the Kia Forum is an Inglewood landmark and the only arena-sized venue dedicated to music and entertainment in the US. Over the years, with performances including Aretha Franklin, Queen, Fleetwood Mac, Elton John, KISS, Led Zeppelin, Neil Diamond, and many more, it quickly gained a reputation as a music destination before undergoing a tremendous renovation in 2012. Acoustics were upgraded, dressing rooms were redesigned, and the floor was transformed into a general admissions section, and views are incredible from every angle. Now you can expect big artists like Harry Styles, Lady Gaga, Drake, Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, and more to call the enormous red arena home.

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Get a taste of some serious Hollywood magic at Universal Studios Hollywood! From fast-paced attractions like their brand new Mario Kart ride to their famous backstage tour through the Universal Studios backlot, this is where movie lovers and thrill seekers can step inside beloved films like Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, The Mummy, and more.

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Tree People is a community-centered foresty organization offering many unique environmental-based activities as well as other outdoor fun and entertainment. They offer educational classes, parks and trails for hiking, and an outdoor amphitheater that features both "Films in the Forest" for kids during the Summer months as well as other musical artist performances. "TreePeople Presents events are where arts and activism converge in Southern California – creating a new space to explore the connections between creativity and the environment. They are focused on curating experiences that you can’t find anywhere else in Los Angeles’ crowded yet homogenous entertainment landscape."

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The Century City Mall is a beacon of modern shopping, dining, and entertainment in the heart of Los Angeles. After a recent expansion and renovation, this open-air mall has transformed into a luxury destination that caters to a discerning clientele with its array of high-end retailers, gourmet eateries, and state-of-the-art AMC movie theaters. The beautifully landscaped plazas and interactive spaces offer a welcoming atmosphere for guests to shop, dine, and relax under the California sun.

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If you close your eyes and imagine the quintessential Southern California beach, Venice Beach is exactly what you would imagine. Stretching over two miles, the Boardwalk features a variety of vendors, street performers, and storefronts filled with delicious restaurants and shops selling beach necessities. As the second most visited destination in Southern California, with over 10 million visitors per year, the Boardwalk is always bustling with people and alive with energy, music, and community. Between the recreation center, the skate park, multiple playgrounds for children, the fishing pier, and, of course, the beach itself, there's always something new to explore.

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