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Free Things to Do in Civic Center

LA's seat of government — free Grand Park, City Hall, the Music Center plaza and a row of public memorials.

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About Civic Center

The Civic Center is where Los Angeles governs itself, and the public spaces around it are free and open: Gloria Molina Grand Park's terraced lawns, the iconic City Hall, the Music Center plaza, and a cluster of memorials and public art.

It's a grand, walkable stretch from the Music Center down to City Hall, and Grand Park alone hosts some of the city's biggest free events.

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Free places in Civic Center

Frequently asked: free things to do in Civic Center

What are the best free things to do in the Civic Center?

Spend time in Gloria Molina Grand Park, see City Hall, walk the Music Center plaza, and visit the public memorials and art — all free.

Is Grand Park free?

Yes — Grand Park is a free public park stretching from the Music Center to City Hall, and it hosts many free concerts and festivals.

Can you visit LA City Hall?

Yes. City Hall's grounds are free to visit, and its observation deck is typically open to the public for free city views on weekdays.

Are there free events in the Civic Center?

Constantly. Grand Park and the Music Center host major free events through the year. The list on this page updates with current ones nearby.

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