Fairbanks Lawn at Hollywood Forever

Fairbanks Lawn at Hollywood Forever is a distinctive open-air festival venue located within the Hollywood Forever grounds. The spacious lawn provides an unusual setting for concerts, film screenings and other cultural events, with the layout and capacity varying according to the production. Its outdoor character and historic surroundings create an atmosphere that differs considerably from a conventional concert hall or indoor arena.

The visitor experience depends on the format of each event: for some programs, audiences settle on the lawn with blankets or low seating, while concerts may use a different configuration. Sound systems, food and beverage options, policies on outside food and permitted equipment can vary by organizer, so checking the information provided with the specific ticket before arrival is recommended.

The entrance to the grounds is at 6000 Santa Monica Blvd, Hollywood, United States. Access to Fairbanks Lawn is through Hollywood Forever, while parking arrangements and passenger drop-off locations may change depending on the event, making the organizer’s instructions the best reference for a particular date. For broader information about getting around Hollywood and connecting with other parts of Los Angeles, see the city guide below.

Hollywood, one of the best-known neighborhoods in Los Angeles, California, is a global symbol of the film, music and entertainment industries and a natural destination for visitors arriving for concerts, shows and other major events. The area around Hollywood Boulevard brings together historic theaters, concert venues and landmarks connected with the world of entertainment, while famous places such as the Hollywood Bowl, Dolby Theatre, Hollywood Palladium and Pantages Theatre form part of the wider offering that makes Hollywood an attractive base for a stay centered around an event. A large selection of hotels, restaurants, bars and nightlife options makes it easy to combine an event with the rest of a visit to Los Angeles.

Getting around Hollywood is made easier by the Los Angeles Metro B Line, which serves Hollywood/Western, Hollywood/Vine and Hollywood/Highland stations and connects the neighborhood with other important parts of Los Angeles. Hollywood/Highland station is particularly convenient for the Dolby Theatre area and central Hollywood Boulevard, while Hollywood/Vine provides easy access to the Pantages Theatre and surrounding attractions. The main rail hub is Los Angeles Union Station, from where the B Line runs directly toward Hollywood. For travelers arriving by air, an important international gateway is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), while LAX FlyAway connects the airport with Union Station, where the journey toward Hollywood can continue by Metro.

Before or after an event, it is worth walking along Hollywood Boulevard and the Hollywood Walk of Fame, visiting the TCL Chinese Theatre or exploring the shops, restaurants and entertainment around Ovation Hollywood. Views toward the recognizable Hollywood Sign further emphasize the character of the neighborhood, while nearby Griffith Park and Griffith Observatory offer a different perspective on Los Angeles and panoramic views across the city. The combination of entertainment history, landmarks, nightlife and convenient transport connections makes Hollywood a practical place to combine a concert or another event with sightseeing in one of California's most famous areas.