Top Downtown Los Angeles Graduation Party Venues

Citizen News - Molded by history, revived into an experiential, innovative event space in LA Located in the heart of Hollywood, this 30,000 square foot historical building underwent a state of the art transformation. With two unique levels of event spaces featuring a curated menu by James Beard semifinalist, Chef Evan Funke, Citizen News is a multi-performance entertainment venue like no other. The complex resides in one of the most exciting areas of Los Angeles surrounded by entertainment studios, iconic theaters and a bustling pedestrian mecca one block from Sunset Blvd. Citizen News is the premiere private event and dining facility in Hollywood. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS: •10,000 square feet of flexible event + meeting space •Private Boardroom •Private Dining Room •20-foot ceilings •Chef-driven culinary offerings •Craft mixology program •In-house speaker + projection system •High-speed WIFI •State-of-the-art power and communication systems in each space •Restrooms on event level •Four distinct entrance points with grand sense of arrival •Freight & passenger elevators •Easy load in and load out •Commercial kitchen, signature restaurant and lounges, in-house catering •Valet parking available

• Spaces for 50-100 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor

Los Angeles. California. It’s a little prayer, a poem, a psalm, the gold at the end of the Manifest Destiny rainbow, the punchline of a country ballad, the destination of all prison songs. It is a dream, sort of. It is the end of Western civilization and the city of the future, defined by cars and films, aerospace and computers. Designed by Thierry Gaugain, Mama Shelter LA perches six-stories over the beautiful freaks and sputtering neon of Hollywood Blvd, the 70 rooms are warm havens with comfortable king beds. Mama’s rooftop allows you to take in the sights of all of Los Angeles with a near 360 degrees view from the Hollywood sign to Downtown to South Bay to the Westside. She’s located blocks away from the peaked roof and cement celeb handprints at the Chinese Theatre along the Walk of Fame, as well as countless boutiques and bars, tattoo parlors and record shops, burrito stands and vegan restaurants. The experiment that began in Paris continues in Los Angeles. Mama saw another sister city of lights, a metropolis always growing, shifting, unfettered by history whilst making it.

Welcome to Metropol Event Venue, where timeless elegance meets modern sophistication, right in the heart of Glendale, and serving all of Los Angeles County. Whether you're dreaming of a lavish wedding, planning a private event, or organizing a corporate gathering, our venue offers four stunning ballrooms tailored to fit your needs. From intimate receptions of 140 guests to grand celebrations of up to 450, each space is designed to create unforgettable experiences. As one of the premier banquet halls in Los Angeles, we specialize in making each event unique. Choose Metropol Event Venue for your next occasion and enjoy a perfect blend of luxury and functionality in one of the most sought-after wedding venues in Los Angeles. Our expert team is dedicated to ensuring every detail is perfect, from sophisticated décor to custom catering options, making us the go-to event venue for all occasions. Searching for reception halls that will impress? Look no further than Metropol Banquet Hall in Glendale, where your vision comes to life in an exquisite setting. Book your tour today and see why Metropol Event Venue is celebrated as a top choice among banquet halls in Glendale.

• Spaces for 40-80 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 1 space at this venue

Black Rabbit Rose is a one-of-a-kind speakeasy-style bar, lounge, restaurant, and live entertainment venue tucked into the heart of Hollywood on Hudson Avenue. It blends imaginative performance with nightlife, offering a unique evening experience that’s equal parts magical, theatrical, and upscale social scene. What the venue represents: ✨ Immersive Magic & Entertainment It’s known for intimate magic shows, sleight-of-hand performances, burlesque, and live acts that take place in a cozy theater space — often surprising guests with close-up magic at tables, at the bar, and throughout the venue. 🍸 Lounge & Speakeasy Atmosphere The vibe is a speakeasy-inspired cocktail lounge, with creative drinks, dim lighting, and a whimsical yet elegant setting that makes patrons feel like they’ve stepped into a secret world. Unique concoctions and theatrical presentation are part of the experience. 🍽️ Food & Social Experience Alongside the bar and performances, the venue offers food and bites, often featuring Thai-Chinese influenced dishes (in partnership with neighboring take-out like Crying Tiger), making it a destination for dining as much as entertainment. 🎭 Dual-Room Concept Black Rabbit Rose has two distinct spaces: A dining/lounge room where guests can eat, drink, and mingle. A theater room where scheduled shows (including magic and variety acts) occur. 🌙 Nightlife & Hollywood Culture The venue represents a slice of Hollywood nightlife that’s intimate, stylish, and enigmatic, drawing both locals and visitors for a memorable night out that’s less about dancing and more about experience and spectacle. In essence, Black Rabbit Rose markets itself (and is known) as a magical hideaway in Hollywood where cocktails, dining, and immersive entertainment converge — ideal for nights when you want something beyond a typical bar or dinner.

Elite Banquet Hall is an upscale event venue in Maywood, California tailored for weddings, social gatherings, and corporate events. Our venue is perfect for small or large wedding ceremonies, extravagant social gatherings, and elegant corporate events. Enjoy our above-and-beyond service and outstanding cuisine while celebrating the night away!

• Spaces for 40-80 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Bar
• 1 space at this venue

Down a back alley off Hollywood Boulevard, past the old-fashioned hotel entryway beneath a flickering 'No Vacancy' sign and up an eerie staircase, three doors await you in a lushly decorated hallway—behind one of them lies the secret entrance to Hollywood's most spectacular speakeasy-style cocktail bar.

Casita Hollywood was created to make an oasis in the middle of a big city. An LA utopia where parking is ample. Where there is a private lounge for your event’s discretional use. A full, commercial kitchen of your caterer’s– and in turn, your guests’– culinary dreams. Casita Hollywood is the perfect venue to host your next event.

• Spaces for 175-300 Guests

Kanner Hall is a refined event space nestled in the beating heart of Los Angeles, offering elegance, versatility, and timeless charm. Located at 7269 Beverly Boulevard, this venue boasts spacious interiors with high ceilings, ample natural light, and an airy layout ideal for weddings, corporate galas, mitzvahs, anniversaries, and social occasions of all kinds. With capacity for up to 300 guests including a dance floor, it balances grandeur with warmth—perfect for both large celebrations and more intimate gatherings. Kanner Hall is designed to accommodate events on Shabbat and weekdays, and features marble fixtures, elegant restrooms, flexible lighting options, and plentiful onsite parking. With a reputation for sophistication, excellent service, and thoughtful details, it’s a standout setting for your most memorable moments.

• Spaces for 102-175 Guests

Petty Cash, a semi-authentic taqueria, is the collaboration between celebrated Chef Walter Manzke and a myriad of talent drawn from East LA, Baja and beyond. Petty Cash is a taqueria with multiple spaces throughout that can be used for events including full restaurant buyouts. The spaces that can be booked are the bar, art wall communal tables, picnic tables, and hi top tables. Types of events that can be hosted at Petty Cash Taqueria & Bar include birthday parties, brunch parties, office happy hours, banquets, premiere parties, and more. All events include custom menus from Chef Walter Manzke with additional drink and cocktail packages.

YOUR DREAM WEDDING VENUE IS FINALLY AFFORDABLE. Stop settling for overpriced ballrooms that look exactly like every other wedding you've been to. LAPAC Hollywood just changed the game. Here's what happened: Last month, Sarah booked our Main Stage for her wedding reception. 100 guests. $1200 for 8 hours. Same weekend, her friend paid $3,200 for a "premium" venue in Beverly Hills. Guess whose wedding photos are still trending on Instagram? The math is simple: Traditional venue: $3,200 LAPAC: $1200 Money saved: $2,000 That's your honeymoon. Right there. But here's the real kicker: Our 1700 sq ft theater with 50ft ceilings creates photos that look like you spent $50k. Two-stage setup means your ceremony AND reception happen in one magical space. 50-100 guests? Perfect. Intimate 20-person gathering? Even better. What you get: Professional theater lighting (no ugly fluorescents) Built-in sound system (your vows will actually be heard) Modular seating (design it however you want) Free parking (your guests won't hate you) Kitchen access available (real food, not rubber chicken) Outdoor courtyard (sunset photos that'll break the internet) Location that matters: 1534 N Highland Avenue, Hollywood. Your wedding album screams "exclusive." Your budget whispers "genius." The catch? There isn't one. We're creators helping creators. Your wedding should look like you, not like everyone else's. Ready to stop overpaying for basic? We also have beautiful rooms for you to get prepared or other activities Starting at $50/hour. Book your tour !. Because the bottom line is this: Great weddings aren't about how much you spend. They're about how smart you spend. Contact LAPAC Hollywood today. Your future self will thank you. Your bank account definitely will. Rates vary by party size and specific needs. Setup and cleanup time included in rental hours. Because we're not trying to nickel and dime your special day.

Welcome to Robby's Our casually chic style will suit any need. We are a one stop shop. We can cater, service bar, and decorate your special event. Robby hosted many high end weddings and events at Iron Stone Vineyards with friendliness and style. After creating Robby's West Hollywood we fill our space can meet expectations.

• Spaces for 50-650 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 8 Total Spaces

Rising in the heart of Hollywood, Loews Hollywood Hotel offers a vibrant setting for meetings, weddings, and social events. The venue features more than 60,000 square feet of flexible event space, including expansive ballrooms, modern meeting rooms, and terraces with sweeping views of the Hollywood Hills. Floor-to-ceiling windows and contemporary interiors create a polished backdrop for both intimate gatherings and large-scale celebrations, all complemented by direct access to the Hollywood & Highland complex and a dynamic Los Angeles setting.

Ronan is a seasonal share plates restaurant serving dinner seven nights a week as well as Sunday Brunch. Ronan is owned and operated by Chef Daniel Cutler and his wife, Caitlin. The menu features local produce, responsibly raised proteins, and Neapolitan pizza. Ronan has a full bar of craft cocktails run by Bar Director, Jeremy Wade, as well as a curated, rotating selection of natural and biodynamic wines hand selected by Caitlin. We are available for full and partial restaurant buyouts and would love to help make your event a memorable one! Whether a birthday celebration or business event, a cocktail party or formal dinner, our team will work with you to tailor an event to your taste.

Reframe Studios is a premier, brand-new event destination designed for large-scale, high-impact experiences. With 146,000+ square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor space, the campus is built to seamlessly host concerts, brand activations, pop-ups, opening parties, private events, and cultural moments. The venue features two massive 23,000-square-foot sound stages with ample power, making it ideal for live performances, large installations, and production-heavy events. Guests enjoy the convenience of 300+ on-site parking spaces, a rarity in Los Angeles, ensuring smooth arrivals for both attendees and talent. Reframe also offers a VIP-style rooftop lounge, perfect for elevated receptions, artist green rooms, sponsor hosting, or intimate after-parties with a premium feel. As a white-glove venue, our experienced team supports events from concept to execution. We offer trusted connections to top-tier vendors, including alcohol service, restrooms, staging, sound, lighting, security, and more, allowing clients to produce seamless, fully supported experiences under one roof. Recently opened and completely brand new, Reframe Studios has already welcomed thousands of guests through top-of-the-line concerts, activations, and private events, establishing itself as a go-to destination for bold, unforgettable gatherings in Los Angeles.

Welcome to Palladio Banquet Hall, the crown jewel of banquet halls in Los Angeles, where elegance and sophistication meet to create the perfect setting for your most memorable events. Whether you're planning a luxurious wedding, a lively engagement party, a professional corporate event, or an impactful charity gala, our venue offers a versatile backdrop tailored to your needs. Celebrated for our bespoke services and meticulous attention to detail, Palladio Banquet Hall is a premier wedding venue in Los Angeles, acclaimed by industry platforms like The Knot and Wedding Wire. As a top choice for reception hall in Los Angeles, we blend timeless charm with modern amenities to provide the perfect stage for your next big milestone. Experience the unmatched elegance of Palladio Banquet Hall and make your event truly unforgettable.

• Spaces for 40-400 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Outdoor Spaces

The Hollywood Roosevelt has built a legendary reputation on history and fame in just under a century. Its rich history began in 1929 when the hotel hosted the inaugural Academy Awards. Over its almost 100 years, The Hollywood Roosevelt has welcomed illustrious icons through its doors, from Clark Gable, Carol Lombard, Shirley Temple, Charlie Chaplin and Marilyn Monroe who resided there, to Prince, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Today, The Hollywood Roosevelt is still buzzing with industry executives and talent, and stands as a landmark attraction and popular destination for locals and tourists from around the world. Offering 300 guest rooms and suites, guests can choose from a variety of accommodations at The Hollywood Roosevelt, ranging from poolside cabanas to the new-look Tower Rooms, designed by renowned interior designers Yabu Pushelberg with stunning views of the city and Hollywood Hills. To top it off, The Hollywood Roosevelt has a heated outdoor swimming pool that provides guests the only locale in the world where they can swim in a million-dollar work of art painted by acclaimed artist David Hockney.

• Spaces for 200-500 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Event Spaces

Brandview Ballroom offered an elegant ballroom setting in downtown Glendale for weddings, receptions, galas, corporate events, and milestone celebrations. The historic venue featured approximately 14,500 square feet of event space, indoor and outdoor gathering areas, and capacity for up to 550 seated or 850 standing guests. Cvent Its grand interiors and dedicated event areas provided a polished backdrop for large-scale Southern California celebrations.