Guests may enter the event through three specially marked park entrances:

• Olive Street and 1st Street
• Hill and Temple Street
• Hill and 1st Street
• Main Street and 1st Street

Be sure to check out Metro before you head out.

Coming from out of the city, we got you! Be sure to check out Metrolink for all routes into DTLA, steps away from the biggest celebration of the year.

GETTING THROUGH BAGCHECK:

All bags will be checked upon entry to event space, please do not bring the following items to this event. Prohibited items subject to change:

Bags and Backpacks Measuring Larger Than Standard Backpack Size (16.75 inches x 13 inches x 8.5 inches) / Coolers / Foldable Chairs or Metal Chairs / Outside Alcoholic Beverages / Unsealed or Open Beverage Bottles with Liquid Including Water (fountains and water for purchase will be available) / Selfie Sticks /Glass / Smartboards / Projection Devices / Narcotics / Tents / Firecrackers / Explosives / Sparklers / Firearms / Weapons / Frowny Faces / Identity-covering costumes / Confetti Cannons / Generators / Drones / Printed Signage Measuring Larger Than 8.5 inches x 11 inches/ Props / Flag Poles / Sticks/ Aerosol cans / Smoking Paraphernalia /Lighters / skateboards/ scooters/ Fire Matches / 

Only umbrellas 12 inches or smaller (when collapsed) are allowed. Larger ones will need to stay home to keep everyone’s view clear! 

THE FOLLOWING IS ALSO PROHIBITED AT THIS EVENT:

Public Intoxication / Rollerblading / Skateboarding / Smoking / Vaping / Unauthorized Vending / Unleashed Animals / Smart boarding / Outside Solicitation / Staking Objects to Ground / Drone Operation / Amplified Noise / Bicycles 

ITEM(S) YOU CAN BRING:

Snacks / Food / Sealed juice boxes, and nonalcoholic drinks / Small bags * /  Strollers / Empty reusable non-glass water containers / Umbrellas below 12″ when collapsed will be allowed

*All bags are subject to inspection

To see a list of prohibited items, click here.

Gloria Molina Grand Park welcomes all people with disabilities. We are dedicated to continually improving our efforts to ensure attendees have access to all festival goods and services, regardless of ability. This section will continue to get updated. Thank you!

Getting There

Planning to arrive by car? The ADA accessible entrance for easy drop-off and pick-up is located near the corner of Temple Street and Hill Street.

ADA Entrance

There are specially designated lanes at the entrances for patrons with disabilities. Look for “ADA Express” signs above the accessible entrance lanes or ask a team member to direct you to the lanes.

Accessible Viewing Platforms

For accessible viewing locations, please refer to the event map. Block 2 (between Grand Ave / Hill St.)  offers two ADA-compliant restrooms within the viewing area.

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreted Performances

Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA will provide  American Sign Language (ASL) interpreted music performances for patrons who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. The ASL interpreters are located on  the right side of the stage with a designated viewing area in front of the interpreter.

Where can I find accessible restrooms? 

Accessible portable toilets are available at each restroom bank of portable toilets throughout the park. Please refer to the event map (to be announced).

Have Questions About Our ADA Access & Accommodations?

For any questions, please email: grandparkinfo@musiccenter.org

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Public parking will be available at the main Music Center garage (135 N. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012) and in The Music Center’s Walt Disney Concert Hall garage (111 S. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90012) at a flat rate of $10 per vehicle.

Given the large number of guests expected at the event, members of the public are highly encouraged to take public transportation. Gloria Molina Grand Park is located conveniently at the Civic Center/Grand Park station along the Metro B Line (Red) and D Line (Purple). Additionally, the park is easily accessible by taking Metro’s brand new Regional Connector to the Grand Av Arts/Bunker Hill, Historic Broadway and Little Tokyo/Arts District stops along the Metro A Line (Blue) and E Line (Expo).

It’s all ages! Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA Countdown to 2026 is free and open to all ages. We invite everyone to celebrate and be a part of this incredible event. Pets are welcome too!

Yes, it is free to attend! No ticket is necessary. If you see anyone selling you a ticket please reach out to us – grandparkinfo@musiccenter.org

Rest assured, your lost item may have been found! Check with the Security Desk at 213-972-7406) to see if it’s been turned in.

Yes. Gloria Molina Grand Park’s NYELA is a rain or shine event. Programming will continue as scheduled.

We recommend dressing warmly and bringing a light rain jacket or poncho. Only umbrellas 12 inches or smaller (when collapsed) are allowed. Larger ones will need to stay home to keep everyone’s view clear!