Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills

January

• The renowned Tournament of Roses New Year’s Day Parade takes place in Pasadena, a tradition since 1890.
• Two championship college football teams kick off at the Rose Bowl on New Year’s Day.
• Awards season opens with the Golden Globes in Hollywood.

February

• Los Angeles welcomes famed musicians to the Grammy Awards in honor of the recording industry.
• Hollywood’s biggest stars walk the red carpet for the Academy Awards at the Kodak Theatre.
• Chinese New Year festivities and the must-see Golden Dragon Parade flood the streets of Chinatown.

March

• The Independent Spirit Awards honor the best in independent film on the beach in Santa Monica.
• The Los Angeles Marathon takes to the streets of the city with runners from around the world.
• Designers showcase their creations on the runways at Los Angeles Fashion Week.

April

• The Toyota Grand Prix in Long Beach has been giving fans a rush for over 30 years.
• The Exposition Park Rose Garden is the place to be for the blooming of the roses.
• Knights and damsels entertain at the Renaissance Pleasure Fair in Southern California, taking guests back to medieval times.
• With thousands of literary works on hand, the Festival of Books plays host to lectures and workshops; it is one of the country's leading literary events.
• For the best in indie and alternative rock, the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival sets the standard.

May

• To commemorate Mexico’s victory over the French in 1862, LA hosts Cinco de Mayo – an annual fiesta.
• Video game aficionados unite at the E3 convention, where Sony, Nintendo and Microsoft launch the latest in video game technology.
• Art enthusiasts enjoy visiting local studios during the Venice Art Walk and Auction.
• 200 exhibitors showcase their photography, paintings, sculptures and other original work during the Affaire in the Gardens Art Show.

June

• "Boystown" never sleeps during the LA Pride Festival’s month-long celebrations.
• For over 25 years, the Playboy Jazz Festival has got its groove on at the Hollywood Bowl.
• The star-studded LA Film Festival is the perfect place to see and be seen.
• The Father's Day Rodeo Drive Concours d'Elegance displays the world's most significant classic and vintage cars, attracting enthusiasts from around the globe.

July

• Gay and lesbian cinema is honored at Outfest, the oldest ongoing film festival in LA.
• Pageant of the Masters, a re-creation of classical and contemporary works of art with modern-day people, takes place in Laguna Beach through September.

August

• The streets of trendy Silver Lake fill with music, food and vendors for the Sunset Junction Street Fair.
• The Emmy Awards brings TV stars to the stage as the television industry is recognized.

September

• The LA County Fair entertains with concerts, horse racing, agricultural exhibits and carnival rides.

October

• LA Fashion Week is a haven for buyers, media and fashion-lovers looking to be in the know on spring fashion.
• The Hollywood Film Festival celebrates with screenings, an awards gala and a chance to mix and mingle with the stars.
• Hollywood's Halloween Costume Carnival attracts ghosts and goblins to Santa Monica Boulevard.
• Over 200 exhibitors showcase their photography, paintings, sculptures and other original work during the Affaire in the Gardens Art Show.
• "West" Hollywood's Halloween Costume Carnival attracts ghosts and goblins to Santa Monica Boulevard.
  

November

• Los Angeles cheers on its Lakers as a new season opens.
• The Doo Dah Parade puts a twist on the traditional Tournament of Roses parade in Pasadena.
• Hollywood's Christmas Parade kicks off the festive season with marching bands, floats and celebrities making their way along Hollywood Boulevard.
• The Garden and Design Showcase, at historic Greystone Mansion, features landscape designers, interior designers and the country's best home and garden merchandise.

December

• Swarovski Elements decks out Beverly Hills with sparkle-filled décor over the holiday season. Rodeo Drive will glisten as a stunning, state-of-the-art crystal installation is featured including thousands of twinkling lights.
  
• The LA Auto Show previews next year’s hot wheels.
• Marina del Rey is in the festive spirit as host of the annual Holiday Boat Parade, complete with fireworks.
• The SoBev Block Party is filled with holiday festivities for everyone, including Santa.