NEW HOTEL OPENINGS
Next to the
Intuit Dome along Century Boulevard, the new Anthem Hotel is surrounded by
entertainment. The Kia Forum, SoFi Stadium, and more are within a two-mile
radius. Enjoy views of Inglewood from the rooftop bar and restaurant and chill
out enjoy their resort-style outdoor swimming pool and hot tub with umbrella
service. The hotel features 179 rooms and suites.
Originally
built as a private residence in 1939, The Hôtel Lili has been thoughtfully and
intentionally reimagined as an intimate 44-room boutique hotel nestled in one
of Los Angeles’ most exclusive enclaves. Offering understated sophistication
and thoughtful amenities, the delightful hotel places you steps from the allure
of Rodeo Drive, acclaimed dining, luxury boutiques, and the iconic attractions
that define Beverly Hills.
Situated 25
minutes on foot from STAPLES Center, Hotel Clark Los Angeles features Wi-Fi
throughout the property and a private parking lot on site. The surrounding area
includes Olvera Street and Civic Center/Grand Park Metro station within close
proximity of this boutique hotel. Features include 347 rooms with over 18,000
square feet of flexible meeting space, two F&B outlets, and a pool and
fitness centre.
SPORTS
Los Angeles counts
down to hosting eight FIFA World Cup matches this summer. In addition to the
matches, the Los Angeles World
Cup 2026 Host Committee will host the FIFA Fan Festival™ and Fan Zones to bring
the excitement of the world’s largest single-sport event to neighbourhoods
across the region. The FIFA Fan Festival will transform the historic Los
Angeles Memorial Coliseum
into a global celebration of football, culture, and community. Across the
region, the ten Los Angeles World Cup Fan Zones will bring live match
viewing and immersive fan experiences closer to neighbourhoods throughout LA
County. Global soccer fans will also be able to enjoy a 39-day
calendar of World Cup-related activities across Los Angeles when the
tournament takes place June 11 - July 19, 2026.
ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT
L.A.’s historic Red Car railway system, Pacific
Electric is one of LA’s newest live music venues. The 750-capacity hall is
largely the brainchild of musician, Ben Lovett. Beyond hosting musicians,
Pacific Electric is an event space, hosting parties and community and corporate
events alike.
Located
in San Pedro, West Harbor is a new and vibrant waterfront destination for
dining, shopping, entertainment and extraordinary experiences. The waterfront
is partially open with the San Pedro Fish Market, and the grand opening will be
in Summer 2026. West Harbor features an expansive harborside promenade and the
longest courtesy dock in Southern California. Once open, West Harbor will
feature a one-mile-long waterfront promenade, a 1,200-linear-foot public dock
for boat access, more than 200,000 square feet of waterfront attractions and
excursions, 6,200 seat amphitheatre and many other amenities and experiences.
Universal
Studios Hollywood will debut its first-ever high-speed outdoor roller coaster
“Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift”. The dynamic new thrill ride, themed to Universal
Pictures ’blockbuster film saga, Fast & Furious, will elevate the guest
experience with innovative and technological achievements never previously
employed in a rollercoaster. “Fast &
Furious: Hollywood Drift” will feature 360-degree rotation of the individual
ride vehicles as guests experience a high-speed chase exceeding 72 mph.
ARTS & CULTURE
LACMA prepares to
showcase one of the most significant museum transformations in April 2026
(public opening in May). The new 110,000 sq ft of gallery space will be LACMA’s
new home for its permanent collection. Spanning Wilshire Boulevard, the
elevated, 900-foot-long exhibition space will enable LACMA to present art from
all cultures and eras on a single level without hierarchies or prescribed
visitor pathways, redefining the museum experience by embracing new
perspectives on art, history, and Los Angeles itself.
Celebrate Los
Angeles Pride in Hollywood Boulevard to see the 56th Annual LA Pride
Parade with over 140 colourful bands, dancers, floats and more. Other key
celebrations include the LA Pride Village, WeHo OUTLOUD Music Festival, and
multiple community nights to celebrate LGBTQ+ joy.
TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE
Metro is expanding its rail system to the Westside with the
D Line Subway Extension Project. This highly anticipated new addition to
Metro’s network will add a total of seven new stations and a reliable,
high-speed connection between Downtown and the Westside. After a decade of
construction, the new D Line subway will open on May 8th. The 4-mile Metro D
Line Extension (Section 1) will go from Wilshire/Western in Koreatown all the
way to La Cienega/Wilshire in Beverly Hills. The project includes three new stations:
Wilshire/La Brea, Wilshire/Fairfax and Wilshire/La Cienega. All stations are
expected to be open in time for the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics Games.
The SKYLINK (formerly
the Automated People Mover (APM)) is the centrepiece of LAX’s multibillion
dollar Landside Access Modernization Program (LAMP) which will enhance the traveller
experience, give guests time-certain access to terminals and provide the
long-awaited connection to the regional transportation system. It will debut to
the public in 2026, connecting terminals, parking, rental cars and the Metro
system via elevated electric train. It will run 24/7 with trains every 2
minutes during peak.
For more information on what's new in LA this year, including new restaurants and wellness experiences, visit
Los Angeles Tourism.
Posted by: Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board
Posted on: 18/05/2026