
Los Angeles Live Music in a Masonic Lodge, Then Twin DJ Rooms
Independent shows play above a Highland Park restaurant, then two DJ bars, a Crenshaw mall market and the first Oscars hotel.


Above a restaurant on Highland Park’s second floor, Lodge Room places live music inside an updated historic masonic lodge. This independent venue operates outside major ticketing networks and is known for top-notch sound, attentive staff, and thoughtfully handled ADA accommodations. A nearby metro line and parking add practical context. Check current event listings before planning a show.
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Ballet Hollywood divides its lounge into two small rooms, each with its own DJ and bar. The Hollywood Boulevard venue also has an outdoor patio. VIP table service is available. Friday and Saturday hours run from 10 PM to 2 AM. Entry is 21 and over. Dress fashionably, and check current hours and event listings before heading out.
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In South Los Angeles, Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza brings two levels of retail, with Macy’s, Finish Line, and a multi-option food court under one roof. Outdoor areas include a place where people gather to dance, while a multiplex cinema and weekly farmers market widen the visit beyond shopping. Covered parking is available, though market days can limit spaces. Check current hours and listings.
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The Hollywood Roosevelt hosted the first Academy Awards. This Art Deco landmark on Hollywood Boulevard centers on a David Hockney-painted pool. Visitors and guests gather at Shirley Brasserie or along the pool deck for snacks and cocktails with or without alcohol. Over 20 event spaces include Blossom Ballroom and Cinegrill Theater. Check current hours and event listings before visiting.
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