The 2025 Hollywood Bowl season is buzzing with incredible talent. Hugh Jackman kicked off the season in early June with a stirring musical experience.
2025 Hollywood Bowl Season
Photo provided courtesy of the LA Philharmonic Association
If you missed the fireworks from 4th of July, you have another opportunity to catch them on July 18 and 19, 2025. The Tchaikovsky Spectacular with Fireworks is a fantastic show running across two nights. I have attended this event – the music and fireworks create an out-of-this-world evening of blissful entertainment. Read my Tchaikovsky Spectacular with Fireworks review.
On July 25 and 26, 2025, you won’t want to miss the legendary Miss Diana Ross who performs for two nights. Then, for three evenings (Aug1-3) Cynthia Erivo and Adam Lambert in Jesus Christ Superstar will mesmerize audiences. Other stand-out nights of talent come from Los Aguilar with Orchestra on August 15 and 16, as well as Reggae Night XXIII with Damian Marley and Stephen Marley.
A favorite return production of Maestro of the Movies: Celebrating the Music of John Williams, happens on August 22-24. In addition, acclaimed pop singer Cyndi Lauper returns on August 29 and 30. Other notable shows include: Mozart’s Requiem, Josh Groban with the LA Phil, Romeo Juliet & Dance Theatre of Harlem, Chicago, Neil Young, a Minnie Riperton Tribute, John Legend, and finally The B-52s with Devo. These are just a few of the incredible acts you can see. So be sure to check the calendar.
The Bowl Summer Nights
The evenings at the Bowl are fantastic. On any given night, you’ll find families and friends having picnics in various open spaces both outside the ticketed area as well as inside. Unlike most venues, you can bring your own food and drinks (including beer, wine and spirits) into the venue. However, you must check if it is a Live Nation leased event, as these events typically prohibits outside food or drink.
You can also dine at one of the on-site restaurants, or purchase food and drinks from the concession stations. If you happen to have box seat tickets, you can pre-order food to be served at your seat. You can even order your own picnic box to pick up and enjoy anywhere at the bowl. Pre-order both options on the website.
ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL
One of the largest natural amphitheaters in the world, it has a seating capacity of nearly 18,000. The Hollywood Bowl has been the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic since its official opening in 1922. It plays host to the finest artists from all genres of music. For over a century, the Bowl has been a Los Angeles County public park, operated in partnership with the LA Phil to welcome visitors from all over the world. It remains one of the best deals anywhere in Los Angeles; to this day, $1 buys a seat at the top of the Bowl for many classical and jazz performances.
In February 2025, the Hollywood Bowl was awarded the Outdoor Concert Venue of the Year award at the 36th Annual Pollstar Awards, an honor bestowed 17 previous times. For millions of music lovers across Southern California, the Hollywood Bowl is synonymous with summer. hollywoodbowl.com
ABOUT THE LA PHIL
Under the leadership of Music & Artistic Director Gustavo Dudamel, the LA Phil offers live performances, media initiatives and learning programs. These programs both inspire and strengthen communities in Los Angeles and beyond. The Los Angeles Philharmonic orchestra is the foundation of the LA Phil’s offerings. These also include a multi-genre, multidisciplinary presenting program and such youth development programs. YOLA (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles) is just one of the popular programs. Performances are offered on three historic stages—Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, and The Ford—as well as through a variety of media platforms. In all its endeavors, the LA Phil seeks to enrich the lives of individuals and communities through musical, artistic and learning experiences that resonate in our world today.
View the Hollywood Bowl Calendar Here.
What: 2025 Hollywood Bowl Season
Where: The Hollywood Bowl, 2301 N Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90068
When: Running through October 18, 2025
Website: https://www.hollywoodbowl.com
