Shrine Expo Hall

Knowing the venue’s policies can help ensure a smooth event experience. Policies may vary depending on the show, so it’s always best to review them before you go.⁴

• Re-Entry & Smoking: No re-entry is permitted, and smoking — including e-cigarettes — is not allowed inside the venue.⁴
• Payment Options: The venue is fully cashless for bars, concessions, and merchandise.⁴
• Prohibited Items: Items such as outside food or drinks, alcohol, drugs, oversized bags, weapons, glass bottles, professional cameras, drones, blankets, chairs, strollers, and noise-making devices are not permitted. Please refer to the official policy page for the most current guidance.⁴
• Age Restrictions: Unless otherwise noted, most events are all-ages.⁴

Always check the official Shrine Expo Hall policies for your event to ensure you have the most up-to-date information, including the bag policy.⁴

The surrounding Los Angeles area is rich with entertainment venues, cultural attractions, and live event spaces. Here are three nearby AXS venues to explore:

• The Novo: Located in the L.A. LIVE complex, The Novo offers 59,000 square feet of space and accommodates over 2,300 guests. It hosts emerging music acts, cultural events, and private functions.⁷
• Hollywood Palladium: This internationally known venue evokes Old Hollywood glamour and can host events for 50 to 3,700 guests within one mile of the Hollywood Walk of Fame.⁸
• The Wiltern: This iconic Art Deco venue brings warmth and grandeur to every performance, hosting concerts and cultural shows for audiences ranging from 25 to 1,300 guests.⁹

Guests attending Shrine Expo Hall will find several convenient parking options and easy access to the venue, including on-site and nearby structures that support smooth arrival and load-in experiences.⁵ The venue’s location next to USC also makes it highly accessible for local and visiting guests.¹

Public Transportation: The Expo Hall is a five-minute walk from the Metro Expo Line’s Jefferson/USC Station.⁶ Multiple bus lines also serve the area, offering additional transit options for guests.⁶

Driving: For those arriving by car, use Google Maps to navigate to 665 W. Jefferson Blvd.⁶ Venue parking is easily accessible and is available nearby. Some popular options include:

• West Lot at 715 W. Jefferson Blvd.
• Shrine Auditorium Parking at 754 W 32nd St.

Shrine Expo Hall offers multiple bars throughout its two-level layout, providing convenient beverage service during events.² Catering is available through Wolfgang Puck, offering elevated food and beverage options for private events and special occasions.³ Guests can expect a mix of bar service and catered offerings depending on the event setup.

The Shrine Expo Hall shares its origins with the historic Shrine Auditorium, first built in 1906 as a civic and fraternal space.¹ After a fire destroyed the original structure in 1920, the Shriners rebuilt the venue and added the Expo Hall, reopening in 1926.¹⁰

Over the years, the Shrine complex has hosted major events such as the SAG Awards, Grammy Awards, Emmy Awards, and Academy Awards.¹ Since 2013, Goldenvoice has operated the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall, ensuring its continued legacy as a major Los Angeles entertainment destination.¹

Sources:

1. The Venue - Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall
2. Rental Info / Spaces - Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall
3. Venue Detail - Shrine Expo Hall
4. FAQ - Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall
5. Parking Info - Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall
6. Transit & ADA Info - Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall
7. Venue Info - The Novo DTLA
8. Private Events - Hollywood Palladium
9. Private Events - The Wiltern