From Hailey Bieber smoothies and sun-soaked beaches to SoulCycle and star-studded streets, the City of Angels holds an air of allure for Sydney locals.
For those eager for a taste of this vibrant metropolis, we’ve teamed up with the legends at to take over the iconic and throw one helluva party in the USA (in Sydney).
Trade Beverly for Surry Hills, because from 1 May - 11 May,—AKA Sydney’s ‘Little Hollywood’—will be transformed into an LA-inspired paradise for 11 days. Think celeb-worthy cocktails, Hollywood films, gigs that'll have you grooving like you're living it up on Sunset Boulevard, and a wellness event epic enough to persuade Gwyneth to jump on the next red-eye.
Featuring seven venues—including the schmick Ace Hotel Sydney and Golden Age Cinema—a calendar stacked with events, and endless LA-themed tipples, this epic takeover will see you swapping your navy suits and run clubs for the glitz and glam of Hollywood. Read on for everything to expect.
The Lineup At A Glance
- Thursday 1 May : The Lobby Party At Ace Hotel
- Friday 2 & 9 May: Whisky A Go Go Gig Nights At Hollywood Hotel
- Saturday 3 May: Hip Hop Vinyl Night At Butter
- Sunday 4 - Friday 9 May: LA-Themed Screenings At Golden Age Cinema
- Tuesday 6 May: Los Angeles-Themed Darts Night At Tio’s Cerveceria
- Tuesday 6 May: Los Angeles-Themed Trivia Night At Harry's
- Saturday 10 May: The CALMM Wellness Event At Paramount Hotel
Launch Into Los Angeles Livin’
Ace Hotel Sydney | Thursday 1 May, from 6:30pm-9:00pm
Secure those items in your Revolve cart, because this launch party at the effortlessly cool is the perfect excuse to get dressed up for a good time. Expect a few rounds of their zesty signature Tequila and Mezcal cocktail, also known as a Griffith Park, roaming bites, and + behind the decks to keep you two-stepping all night long.
And sure to cure any sore heads the following morning, Ace's Lobby will be serving up a special-edition Cali Breakfast Burrito. This bad boy boasts grilledbeef, pico de gallo, pineapple salsa, tater tots and all the trimmings—douse it in hot sauce for the maximum hangover cure.
The Details
What: LA Takeover Launch Party
Where: Ace Hotel Lobby
When: Thursday 1 May, from 6:30pm-9pm
Limited Edition Menu: Griffith Park—Tequila and Mezcal cocktail + Cali Breakfast Burrito. Available from 1-11 May.
Tickets: RSVP
The Greatest In Gig Nights
Hotel Hollywood | Friday 2 and Friday 9 May
Known for its neon-lit streets, rollicking rock 'n' roll bars, hip-hop studios, and electric buzz, there's no denying that Angelenos love any opportunity for a good ol’ boogie. So, if it’s live music you’re chasing, add's Whisky A Go Go gig nights to your Los Angeles Takeover hit list.
With an epic lineup of bands to play on both 2 and 9 of May, this Whisky A Go Go-inspired rotation promises the best in live tunes. And to keep you groovin' into the early hours, the bar is putting on a whisky-loaded cocktail menu, including their must-order, the Rick Dalton. This nod to Rick and their creative twist on the classic whisky sour is a must-order when it's your turn to shout a round.
The Details
What: Live bands + limited edition menu items
Where: Hotel Hollywood
When: Friday 2 and Friday 9 May, from 8pm
Limited Edition Menu: Rick Dalton—Whisky Sour. Available from 1-11 May.
Enter The Golden Age
Golden Age Cinema | Sunday 4 May - Friday 9 May, from 8pm
Nestled in the historic Paramount Pictures building, the will be hosting a throwback to the glory days of cinema—playing LA oldies, cult classics, and a few films hot off the American press. Think LA Confidential, La La Land, David Lynch's classic Mulholland Drive, plus film fanatic fave Sunset Boulevard.
Too restless to sit through a film? Pop to the bar for a limited edition handmade choc top, some classic French fries and a cocktail or two. If you're a fan of passionfruit, don't go past the limited-edition A Star Is Born. And for lovers of a Highball, the All-Americano will hit the spot.
The Details
What: Los Angeles-themed screenings + limited edition menu items
Where: Golden Age Cinema
When: Sunday 4 May - Friday 9 May, from 8pm
Limited Edition Menu: Two Cameo Cocktails—All Americano + A Star Is Born—available from 1-11 May.
Tickets: Find films and session times
Guac, Darts And Margs
Tio's | Tuesday 6 May
has been a Sydney favourite for popcorn and margs since it opened in 2014. Mexican cerveceria meets antique store, this quirky setting is as curated and distinct as those you'll find in the heart of downtown Los Angeles.
Once you move past the addictive free popcorn, get your hands on the limited-edition Boyle Heights 7-Spice Guacamole and wash it down with their take on the East LA street staple—a chia and cucumber-infused marg.
And if you're looking to go full Americana, hit up on Tuesday 6 May for an Los Angeles-themed darts night. Nail a few bulls-eyes and you could be in the running to win something pretty awesome—stay tuned for more.
The Details
What: Los Angeles-themed darts night + limited edition menu items
Where: Tio's
When: Tuesday 6 May, from 7pm
Limited Edition Menu: Boyle Heights 7-Spice Guacamole served with chips + East LA—Chia and Cucumber Margarita. Available from 1-11 May.
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Test Your Hollywood Knowledge
Harry's | Tuesday 6 May
Is trivia more your thing? Hit up the locally-loved on Tuesday 6 May to witness the longstanding institution host an Los Angeles-style trivia experience. Be sure to get around happy hour for the frozen margs—which also go by the name of the Lowrider. Expect flavours like spicy watermelon and mango, and get ready to transport yourself to a sunny side street in downtown.
The Details
What: Los Angeles-style trivia experience + limited edition menu items
Where: Harry's
When: Tuesday 6 May, 7pm
Limited Edition Menu: Lowrider—Frozen Margarita. Available from 1-11 May.
Tickets: RSVP
In-N-Out Style Fries
Butter | Saturday 3 May, from 8:30pm
Is there anything more American than fried chicken with a big bowl of crispy potatoes? Thanks to the old-school, urban beats-boasting , there'll be no shortage of all things fried and delicious during this Los Angeles Takeover.
Along with endless deep-fried bites, you can gear up for an epic curated event from 8:30pm on Saturday 3 May. Expect tunes from Sydney's up-and-comers in the hip-hop scene, plus Los Angeles-themed cocktails like their must-try Melrose Place Gimlet.
Rumour has it the sneaker-loving chefs behind the grill are even whipping up a Banimal-Style Fried Chicken Sandwich and Banimal-Style Fries.
The Details
What: Hip-Hop Vinyl Night + limited edition menu items
Where: Butter
When: Saturday 3 May, from 8:30pm
Limited Edition Menu: A Melrose Place Gimlet, Banimal-Style Fried Chicken Sandwich + Banimal-Style Fries. Available from 1-11 May.
Erewhon Vibes
Paramount Hotel Rooftop | Saturday 10 May
In Los Angeles, wellness isn’t just a trend—it’s a lifestyle. From sun-soaked beaches to the chic lofts of Silver Lake, the city pulses with an energy dedicated to balance, self-care, holistic living, and buffalo cauliflower. Those sound bath and lymphatic drainage-loving locals are the masters of wellbeing.
To help Sydneysiders do the same, the neuropathy and nutrition-focused wellness studio is hitting the quarter for an epic two-hour workshop to get you into the most zen of states. With live chats from wellness goddess Jessie Whittaker, head to the rooftop on Saturday 10 May.
The Details
What: The CALMM x Paramount Rooftop Wellness Workshop
Where: Paramount Hotel Rooftop
When: Saturday 10 May
Tickets: RSVP
Keen to experience the magic of Los Angeles for yourself? Head here for your full guide to where to eat, drink, and play. There's also an epic prize on the line, with return flights with to Los Angeles for two, $300 USD for two attraction tickets to Warner Brothers or Universal Studios, and $1,500 USD for three nights at the W Hollywood, AC Moxy, or Magic Castle Hotel. For more on how to enter, visit here.
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