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The Los Angeles Convention Center attracts millions of visitors annually and is renowned internationally as a prime site for conventions, trade shows, and exhibitions. Located in the cultural, business, and entertainment mecca of Downtown Los Angeles, the LACC is an integral economic component of the Southern California area, and remains an enduring symbol of environmental sustainability and social responsibility for our community. The LACC is proud to be the largest convention center in the U.S. to achieve LEED:EBOM GOLD recertification (2015).
Anime Expo is an annual convention dedicated to Japanese culture and currently held at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Traditionally Anime Expo (AX) is held on July 4th weekend as a 4-day event. Anime Expo is growing in scale dramatically, and is currently the largest anime and manga convention in North America. Popular events include; the Masquerade, Anime Music Video Contest, Concerts, and the Fashion Show. Anime Expo also offers late-night programming such as dance, video screenings, tabletop and electronic gaming, and open-mic karaoke. Many of the attendees cosplay while attending the convention, and join in the many gatherings for fans of different anime, manga, gaming and other genres. Renowned for its ability to bring famous guests to America for panels and concerts, Anime Expo has been the site of many U.S. premiers of shows, movies, and bands including; AKB48, Hatsune Miku, Morning Masume, Porno Graffitti, Yoko Kanno, SKIN and many more.
Centrally located with entrances into the Macy’s Mall and just one block south of the city’s financial district, the Sheraton also makes for the most convenient choice downtown for meetings. Additionally, the hotel is only four blocks from the STAPLES Center and the Los Angeles Convention Center. The hotel itself hosts its fair share of conferences and events, possessing over 26,000 square feet of available multi-use meeting space, a 10,000 square-foot ballroom, 16 breakout rooms, and every modern A/V capabilities needed by today’s business clients. The Sheraton has also recently established itself as a “green” hotel, featuring environmentally friendly programs such as recycling, an opt-out program for changing sheets and towels, low-flush toilets and energy-efficient light bulbs. Anchoring the Macy’s Plaza Mall, the Sheraton Los Angeles Downtown Hotel boasts a chic environment that embraces tasteful sophistication, superior comfort and uncompromised guest service. Located in the heart of LA’s financial district and walking distance from The Los Angeles Convention Center, Staples Center and LA Live; the Sheraton is a contemporary business hotel with 487 guest rooms, featuring the luxurious Sheraton Sweet Sleeper beds, Sheraton bath amenities and wireless Internet access. Ideal for a multitude of gatherings, the Sheraton has more than 26,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space, including a 10,000 sq. ft. ballroom and three boardrooms that extend to inviting outdoor terraces. In addition, the hotel has an exceptional restaurant, a stylish lobby lounge, and complimentary fitness facility Recent enhancements include: * New Sheraton Sweet Sleeper beds and Sheraton Bath Amenities since 2005 * Completed lobby renovation in 2006 * Completed renovation of all 487 guest rooms and suites in December 2007 * Link @ Sheraton opened February 2009 * 37' LG Flat Screen TV (42' in Suites) in Guestrooms (2010) * Upgraded "White Linen" Bedding in All Guest Rooms (2010) * Gift Shop and Coffee Shop Proudly Serving Starbucks (tm) Coffee (2011) * Update Lighting and Air Walls (Banquets) 2011 * High-speed (Burstable) internet (wired and wireless) in every guestroom (2011) * New Internal Core Fitness Gym (Early 2013) * Onsite towncar service provided by On Time Transportation Network. More information available at http://onttn.com/services.php
Bob Hope Patriotic Hall is a 10-story building that was dedicated as Patriotic Hall by the Los Angeles Board of Supervisors in 1925 and was built to serve veterans of Indian Wars, Spanish–American War, World War I and to support the Grand Army of the Republic. It serves as the home of the Los Angeles County Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Patriotic hall was rededicated to honor of Bob Hope and renamed "Bob Hope Patriotic Hall" on November 12, 2004. Ruth A. Wong became the Director of Military and Veterans Affairs on July 16, 2013.HistoryPatriotic Hall was built in 1925 and the building opened its doors in 1926 to serve the public. When it was built, the 85000sqft building was the tallest building in the city.DesignThe building was designed by Allied Architects Association using Romanesque features. The lobby was designed with vaulted arch construction and contains murals on the walls.AwardsA certificate of Honor has been awarded for its exceptional merit by the Southern California Chapter of the American Society of Architects. The building was built on land deeded by Civil War veterans.Other notable eventsArianna Huffington hosted a Shadow convention in Patriotic Hall while the Democratic National Convention took place in Staples Center
A New Form Of Luxury Experience In One of the World's Greatest Arenas SBE & AEG proudly introduce: HYDE LOUNGE AT STAPLES CENTER Located on suite level C, HYDE LOUNGE will bring a sexy and sophisticated ambiance, along with the highest service standards, unique energy, and superior sounds – to the views of some of the greatest concerts, shows and sporting events. Modeled after its famed predecessor on Sunset Boulevard, HYDE LOUNGE will feature exciting cuisine, our signature cocktails, bottle service and premium tableside mixology synonymous with SBE’s luxury lifestyle. HYDE LOUNGE is also the place for special events! No better way to create an unforgettable experience in downtown Los Angeles’ newest hotspot. WELCOME TO EXCLUSIVITY. Hyde Lounge at the Staples Center Website Table Reservations: [email protected] or 323 330 8018 Special Event Bookings: [email protected] or 323 525 2400 Press / Media inquiries: [email protected]