LA Memorial Coliseum
📅 Upcoming Shows & Schedule
Across September and November 2026, LA Memorial Coliseum hosts 6 scheduled performances, spanning live music, touring theatre, and comedy. Featured headliners include Louisiana Ragin Cajuns, Oregon Ducks, Washington Huskies, USC Trojans Football, and Ohio State Buckeyes. Ticket prices currently range from $14.60 for entry-level access up to $321 for premium seating depending on the production.
📍 Area & Accommodation
Upcoming Events at LA Memorial Coliseum
Oregon Ducks
TBA
USC Trojans Football
10:30
About LA Memorial Coliseum: Layout, History & Architecture
Opened in 1923, the LA Memorial Coliseum is an iconic open-air stadium designed in a robust Neo-classical style, characterized by its imposing concrete form and grand peristyle entrance. Originally conceived for the 1932 Summer Olympics, the immense oval structure has undergone numerous renovations, most notably a significant modernization completed in 2019. The hall features a massive tiered seating bowl that encircles the central field, accommodating a capacity of approximately 77,500 for sporting events and concerts. For live music, the stage is typically positioned at one end of the field, with general admission standing on the field itself and reserved seating extending upwards through the stadium tiers.
Sightlines from the upper tiers are generally unobstructed, providing a broad panoramic view of the stage, though distance can diminish intimacy. Field-level viewing offers closer proximity but can be subject to the usual crowd-related sightline limitations. Acoustically, the massive concrete bowl offers virtually no natural acoustic reinforcement. Sound projection for live performances relies entirely on sophisticated, high-powered sound reinforcement systems engineered to combat the challenges of such a vast, open-air environment. Echo and significant sound delay are inherent considerations that robust PA design aims to mitigate, ensuring audibility across the expansive space.
The Live Experience & Current Schedule
Attending an event at the Coliseum is an experience defined by its sheer scale and the palpable energy of large crowds. Ingress is managed through numerous gates around the perimeter, which, while efficient for a venue of this size, can still lead to queues for high-demand events. Concession stands offering food and beverages are distributed throughout the wide concourses, rather than dedicated "foyer bars." The atmosphere often vibrates with the collective excitement of thousands, whether gathered on the field or in the tiered seating. The density of the standing pit on the field provides an energetic, immersive experience, while the elevated seating offers a more detached, yet comprehensive, view of the spectacle. With 6 live performances scheduled, upcoming entry prices start from $14.60. The next confirmed event on the calendar is Louisiana Ragin Cajuns at USC Trojans Football on 12th September 2026.
Travel & Arrival Logistics
Rail & Mainline Connections
The Expo Park/USC Station on the Metro E Line (formerly Expo Line) is the closest light rail stop, approximately a 5-minute walk north along Exposition Park Drive or 7 minutes west down Exposition Boulevard to various entry gates.
Bus & Local Transit
Several Metro bus lines service the surrounding area. Key routes include the 81, 102, 200, 442, 460, and 550, with stops frequently located along Figueroa Street, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, and Exposition Boulevard. Consult Metro timetables for specific route details and timings.
Parking & Vehicle Access
Designated parking structures within Exposition Park, such as the Lot 6 structure accessible from Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, and various University of Southern California (USC) lots like the USC Shrine Auditorium Parking Structure B (approximately an 8-minute walk east), typically operate on an advance-booking, pre-paid basis for major events. Fees are substantial, and traffic congestion can be severe on event days. Limited metered street parking may be found further afield, but restrictions are often enforced.
Entry, Queues & Security
Entry to the Coliseum is via multiple numbered gates positioned around the perimeter of the stadium. Queue arrangements vary by event, but expect security checks including bag searches, often under a clear bag policy. It is advisable to arrive 60-90 minutes prior to the scheduled start time for large-scale events to allow ample time for entry and navigation within the concourses.