Last month, celebrity couples were spotted everywhere enjoying the city. LA Laker Lamar Odom took his new wife Khloe Kardashian to Philippe Chow for a romantic dinner. Hot new couple Audrina Patridge and Ryan Cabrera enjoyed a night out at Dillon’s Irish Pub & Grill and joined Hills cast mates Stephanie Pratt and Heidi Montag at Voyeur. Julia Roberts, Anne Hathaway, Demi Moore and husband Ashton Kutcher attended the Hollywood premiere of Valentine’s Day at Mann’s Chinese Theatre.
Paris Hilton turned 29 with family and friends at the Tea Room in Hollywood. Rumored couple Hayden Panettiere and Harry Morton had cocktails at Teddy’s at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel while Harry’s former flame, Lindsay Lohan partied at Bardot. Pussycat Doll Nicole Scherzinger and Real Housewife Gretchen Rossi performed at Playhouse Hollywood for a star-studded SVEDKA Vodka event and Leonardo DiCaprio, Salma Hayek and Courtney Cox joined an all A-list crowd at Chateau Marmont for a pre-Oscar party. This month, Los Angeles looks forward to Fashion Week and the Awards Season finale, the 82nd Annual Academy Awards. Formal viewing parties are not just for celebrities anymore. Everyone can enjoy the glamour of the Oscars at several viewing parties benefitting local charities. Read on to find out where to get your tickets and discover what else is going on at night through March.
Wednesday, March 3:
Join Global Green USA for the 7th Annual Pre-Oscar Party benefitting Global Green’s initiatives to fight climate change by creating greener cities. Event will be hosted at Avalon Hollywood by a celebrity committee including Orlando Bloom, Rosario Dawson, Salma Hayek and many more with special performances by Camp Freddy and Benji and Joel Madden of Good Charlotte. Tickets start at $75 for general admission. www.globalgreen.org/events/101
Thursday, March 4:
TigerHeat invites you to a record release celebration for Shakira’s hot new single, Gypsy, at Avalon Hollywood. Dance to Shakira’s hottest hits, win copies of her full length CD, She Wolf and enjoy drink specials before 10:30 PM. Shakira’s chart topping sound fuses Latin-pop with global dance music. TigerHeat is one of the hottest gay dance parties in LA. DJ Ray Rhodes plays your favorite pop hits for a no holds barred dance party known to attract high profile celebrities such as Britney Spears, Madonna and Lance Bass. 18 and over, doors open at 9:30 PM. www.clubtigerheat.com
Friday, March 5:
Head to Playhouse Hollywood for Dirty Sexy House. Resident DJ Politk and special guests drop an unstoppable mix of house and international dance music every Friday. Once the historic Fox theatre, Playhouse is Hollywood’s hottest venue for those who prefer revelry spiked with risk. www.playhousehollywood.com
Saturday, March 6:
Celebrate the two year anniversary of LA’s hottest lesbian party, Club Booby Trap, with special guest DJ JD Samsom (Le Tigre, Peaches) at the Stone Bar in Hollywood. Join hosts and resident DJs Kim Anh and Anon for a special champagne toast at midnight. RSVP is a must. www.clubboobytrap.com
Sunday, March 7:
You don’t have to be Meryl Streep or a blue extraterrestrial to get a great seat to watch the 82nd Annual Academy Awards. Attend the Oscars Viewing Party and Fundraiser at the Hollywood Museum benefitting the Hollywood Police Athletic League. This exclusive access VIP event is as close as you can get to the red carpet arrivals without a ticket to the Kodak Theatre. Tour museum exhibits including an installation of costumes from the Oscar nominated film, Avatar, a buffet dinner and view the Oscar telecast. Cocktail/formal attire; $150 per person. www.wantickets.com
Join The Cinefamily, an organization of film lovers, to view the 82nd Annual Academy Awards telecast from the Silent Movie Theatre, one of Hollywood’s most treasured cultural landmarks. Just before the telecast, kick off the evening with a screening of TVTV Looks at the Oscars, an irreverent docudrama starring Lily Tomlin. Tickets $15-60. www.cinefamily.org/calendar/events.html
Wednesday, March 10:
Wonderland, a new Alice in Wonderland themed lounge, invites you down the rabbit hole every Wednesday night. Follow the white rabbit to this hot weekly party on the trendy Cahuenga Corridor for celeb sightings, décor reminiscent of the curious looking glass world of Lewis Carroll, and special guest DJs playing dance and top 40 hits. www.wonderlandhollywood.com
Thursday, March 11:
Nightlife impresario Victor Drai is bringing Vegas nightlife to Hollywood with the opening of Drai’s at the W Hollywood Hotel & Residences. Drai’s Hollywood, the multilevel rooftop bar at the W Hollywood Hotel, features breathtaking views of the city from floor-to-ceiling windows in the penthouse bar and an expansive open air balcony. The VIP lounge offers a private entrance to the party and the stunning décor is a blend of Drai’s signature style and chic W design. RSVP is a must for this event. www.draishollywood.com
Friday, March 12:
V Lounge in Santa Monica turns up the heat every Friday night with resident DJs Stardom and Nitelife playing a mix of top 40, hip hop and house music to a glamorous Westside crowd. Never a cover charge but stylish sophistication is always enforced. www.vloungela.com
Saturday, March 13:
Hard 13 returns with headliners Fake Blood and Jack Beats, along with Boy 8-Bit and Destructo. Jack Beats is a team of mixologists from the UK known for remixing tracks by AC Slater and Lady Sovereign and mixing genres to create new beats. Fake Blood is British DJ and music producer DJ Touché, known for a hip hop/big beat sound. Fake Blood remixed Armand van Helden and recently released the Fix Your Accent EP. Don’t miss these UK headliners at Hard 13 at Club NOKIA Downtown. www.hardfest.com
Sunday, March 14:
Will Shamlian and Mark Leddy, the team behind LA favorites like the Library Bar and 4100, have a hot Studio City spot with an eclectic wine menu and a wide selection of beer on tap. Laurel Tavern, just north of Hollywood in the San Fernando Valley, offers a delicious pub menu, affordable drinks and a casual fun atmosphere every Sunday night. www.laureltavern.net
Wednesday, March 17:
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at Dillon’s Irish Pub & Grill. Located at the famous corner of Hollywood and Vine, Dillon’s boasts the widest variety of draft beers in town and offers a large menu of quality comfort food in a friendly atmosphere. Enjoy a game, relax after work or grab a burger and a beer at Hollywood’s new neighborhood bar. www.dillonsirishpub.com
Thursday, March 18:
LA is the best city in the world to experience live music. Emerging artists come to LA to break into the spotlight, and Indie Thursdays at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel showcases hot new bands on the verge. Hear new music from singer-songwriters and indie bands and enjoy the menu of small plates and signature cocktails from the Lobby Bar every Thursday at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa. www.renaissancehollywood.com
Friday, March 19:
Fridays, Cabana Club in Hollywood hosts a night of special guest DJs playing the hottest hip hop, top 40 and reggae hits to keep the dance floor packed. Follow the reggae beats outside to the outdoor patio bar with cabanas, palm trees and a stone-paved footbridge. Get lost in paradise every Friday night at Cabana Club. www.cabanaclubhollywood.com
Saturday, March 20:
James Bond serves as the inspiration for MI-6, SBE’s newest nightlife venture. Following the success of SLS Hotel and Katsuya restaurant, SBE returns its focus to sleek, innovative nightlife. MI-6 fills the hugely successful shoes of Foxtail with impressive décor and a unique multimedia environment provided by MomentFactory. Experience a new level of sophistication, shaken, not stirred. For guest list and bottle service email rami@athertonproductions.com
Sunday, March 21:
After watching the LA Marathon sweep the Sunset Strip, battle the bucking bronco at the infamous Saddle Ranch Chop House. The Saddle Ranch has delicious food and drink specials and a loud, rowdy atmosphere, so grab your friends for a fun Sunday night on the Strip! www.srrestaurants.com/locations/sunset-strip
Wednesday, March 24:
The hottest Wednesday night party in Hollywood is hidden adjacent to h.Wood in the Tea Room, an intimate lounge where bold beautiful bar crawlers go to drink and dance. The DJ decks sit atop a grand piano and the lounge is laced with tea pots. Signature cocktails like Prohibition Tequilas are worth winding and weaving behind Madame Tussauds to find this hot hideaway. www.thehwood.com
Thursday, March 25:
Frankie Delgado, Chris Paul and The Alliance host Thursday nights at Voyeur in West Hollywood with music by DJ Devin Lucien. Voyeur is a destination for provocative revelry with an alluring ambiance that always draws a celebrity crowd. The lounge features décor inspired by the movie, Eyes Wide Shut, a private room with a dedicated bar and paparazzi swarming the velvet ropes. Dress impeccably and arrive early, Voyeur will be packed. www.voyeur7969.com
Friday, March 26:
Marbella, a sultry Spanish themed nightclub and restaurant adds a touch of spice and sizzle to Hollywood nightlife with Mansion Fridays hosted by Omer S Productions and weekly celebrity DJs. Marbella is expansive and impressive with stunning Spanish décor, lavish landscaping and lively world dance music. www.marbellala.com
Saturday, March27:
Beverly Hills is the new destination for nightlife after last month’s public opening of lounge, Bar210 and ultra, Plush at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. Bar210 and Plush are intimate and exclusive lounges catering to celebrities, fashionistas and industry execs in a sophisticated atmosphere that blends the glamour of old Hollywood with the glitz of contemporary Vegas. Harvey Weinstein loved the new lounges so much he hosted his post awards bash there, following the Golden Globes. Bottle service reservations are strongly encouraged. www.bartwooneoh.com
Sunday, March 28:
Upscale and elegant, Bar Nineteen 12 at the Beverly Hills Hotel is the perfect Westside spot for cocktails and conversation. The lobby bar has both an indoor lounge area and a terrace overlooking the pool and gardens. The signature cocktails can be pricey but the glamour of the bar, named for the year the hotel opened, will distract you from your heavy bar tab. www.beverlyhillshotel.com/bar-nineteen-12
Wednesday, March 31:
Every Wednesday Lola’s hosts Lit-Late happy hour with cocktail specials for two hours beginning at 10:30 PM. A chic West Hollywood restaurant and lounge, Lola’s serves over fifty variations of the Martini, a well rounded selection of beer on tap and delicious light fare to a sophisticated singles crowd. www.lolasla.com
