Going to a live concert when you have a disability takes more planning than it should. The information you need — where the accessible entrance actually is, whether you can stay in your wheelchair, how far in advance you need to request a sign language interpreter — is scattered across venue websites, buried in FAQs, or missing entirely.
This guide pulls together the accessibility details for eight major Los Angeles concert venues, from intimate theaters to stadium shows, so you can plan your visit without the scavenger hunt.
Hollywood Bowl
The Hollywood Bowl has some of the most comprehensive disability access services of any outdoor venue in Los Angeles. A minimum of 200 wheelchair and semi-ambulatory seats are available at most price levels, purchasable directly online via the seating chart.
The Patron Access Assistance Service (PAAS) provides electric cart transport and wheelchair escort from the accessible parking area in Lot B to your seats. Note that the Bowl does not supply loaner wheelchairs, so bring your own if needed. All Park & Ride shuttles are wheelchair accessible.
For deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors, ALD headsets are available free with an ID deposit at the House Manager’s Office. Sign language interpretation is available with 5 business days advance notice; open captioning and audio description are available with 10 business days notice. Contact [email protected] or call 323-850-2125 to arrange any of these.
Service animals are welcome.
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The Greek Theatre
Nestled in Griffith Park, the Greek Theatre offers 41 wheelchair and semi-ambulatory seats throughout the venue. Accessible parking is available in three locations off Vermont Avenue, including an overflow lot on Commonwealth Drive — all with van-accessible spaces and paved paths to seating. Drop-off is available in front of the Box Office.
Mobility scooters are welcome and guests may remain in their scooter at ADA seating spaces. If you prefer to transfer to a standard seat, staff will store your scooter at Guest Services.
ALD headsets are available free with a deposit at the Guest Services Booth. Sign language interpretation requires 3 weeks advance notice — the longest lead time of any venue on this list. Contact the Box Office at 844-LAGREEK x1 to arrange it.
Service animals only; no ESAs.
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Crypto.com Arena
Crypto.com Arena offers accessible seating on all levels, with wheelchair escorts available at any entry point — complimentary, no advance arrangement needed.
One important note: staff will not allow guests to remain in their wheelchair during the event. You must either transfer to a fixed seat or store your mobility device at Guest Services, which will return it at the end of the show. If remaining in your wheelchair is essential, contact Guest Services in advance to discuss options.
For deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors, ALD headsets are free with an ID deposit at the Guest Services Center across from aisle M12 on the Main Concourse. Audio description is available with 2 weeks advance notice.
Crypto.com Arena is KultureCity Sensory Inclusive certified. Sensory bags — including noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, weighted lap pads, and verbal cue cards — are available at Guest Services. The KultureCity app includes a social narrative so you can preview what to expect before you arrive.
All restrooms are accessible. Five all-gender restrooms with changing tables are located throughout the venue.
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Kia Forum
The Kia Forum offers wheelchair, aisle transfer, and semi-ambulatory seating, purchasable through Ticketmaster or by calling Guest Relations at 310-862-6200. Accessible parking is available on all sides of the main lot with a California state placard.
Wheelchair escorts to seating are available through Guest Services on arrival. The Forum does not provide loaner wheelchairs — bring your own if needed.
Sign language interpretation is available with 10 business days advance notice. Contact [email protected] to arrange it.
Accessible restrooms are located on the concourse near sections 209-210 and 227-228, and on the floor near North Hospitality.
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The Wiltern
The Wiltern is a historic 1930s landmark, and that history comes with real physical limitations. There is no elevator in the building. The Loge and Mezzanine levels are accessible by stairs only. If you cannot manage stairs, your accessible options are limited to the main floor.
The accessible seating section is on the floor, to the left of the stage, reached via a ramp on the left side of the main level theater doors. Accessible tickets can only be purchased online at livenation.com — the box office cannot process them by phone.
For general admission shows, the accessible section can fill up early and is first-come, first-served. Accessible restrooms are on the main level only, to the right of the main entrance.
Drop-off is at the main entrance. Nearby accessible parking is available in the Ralphs and Aroma lots on Oxford Street, both of which have accessible spaces and elevators.
Service animals are welcome. ESAs are not permitted.
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Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall
The Shrine Auditorium is a fully accessible venue with elevators in both the north and south lobbies. Accessible seating is available through AXS.com, and the venue can accommodate additional requests — contact them after purchasing tickets.
ADA parking is available in the North Parking Structure, West Lot, and USC Shrine Structure. The venue is a 5-minute walk from the Jefferson/USC Metro Expo Line station, making it one of the more transit-accessible venues on this list.
Sign language interpretation is available with 2 weeks advance notice. Email [email protected] to request it. Accessible restrooms are located in the main downstairs lobby.
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Hollywood Palladium
The Hollywood Palladium’s main entrance is fully accessible. Accessible parking is available at the Argyle entrance with a valid state placard — spaces are limited, so arriving early is recommended. Drop-off is also at the Argyle gate.
Assistive listening is available throughout the venue via Listen Everywhere Technology™, which lets you use your own mobile device and headphones by connecting to the venue’s free Wi-Fi and downloading the app. Physical ALD receivers are also available at coat check with an ID deposit.
Elevator access is available to the right-side balcony, but only for VIP ticket holders. Guest services staff are on hand to assist to accessible seating areas.
Service animals are welcome.
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SoFi Stadium
SoFi Stadium, in Inglewood, hosts major touring concerts and is one of the most accessibility-forward venues in Southern California. Accessible seating is available on all levels, with Mobility Ambassadors providing wheelchair escorts from the entries to your seats.
For deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors, ALD headsets are free with an ID deposit at any Guest Services Center. ASL interpretation for concerts is available with 2 weeks advance notice — email Guest Services or call 424-541-9100 after purchasing tickets.
SoFi has partnered with Easterseals Southern California to operate two permanent sensory spaces on Level 3 (northeast and southwest). These rooms offer soft lighting, comfortable seating, noise-reducing elements, and tactile fidgets, and are available in 15-minute increments on a first-come basis. Sensory kits — with headphones, sunglasses, and fidgets — are also available free at Guest Services Centers.
All restrooms are accessible, with family restrooms on every level. An adult changing station is located on Level 6 near section 329. Service animals (dogs and miniature horses) are welcome.
Accessible parking is available in every zone. A valid state-issued placard or license plate is required.
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Practical Tips for Any Concert Venue
Book accessible tickets early. Accessible seating sections are limited and fill up faster than general seating at popular shows. Don’t wait.
Request interpreters and captioning well in advance. Lead times range from 5 business days (Hollywood Bowl) to 3 weeks (Greek Theatre). These services require advance coordination — day-of requests are rarely possible.
Call ahead if you use a power wheelchair or large mobility device. Venue policies vary on whether you can remain in your chair during the show. Crypto.com Arena, for example, requires all guests to transfer out. Knowing this before you arrive avoids a stressful situation at the door.
Arrive early. Wheelchair escort services, sensory kit pickup, and accessible parking fill up. An extra 30–60 minutes makes a real difference.
Download the KultureCity app before visiting Crypto.com Arena. The social narrative walks you through what the venue looks and sounds like before you get there — useful for anyone who benefits from knowing what to expect.
For The Wiltern: plan around the stairs. If you or someone in your group cannot manage stairs, the Loge and Mezzanine are not accessible. Confirm this when purchasing tickets so you’re placed on the main floor.
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