Griffith Park Free Shakespeare Festival
“…one of the community’s treasures.” Los Angeles Times
Since 2004, Independent Shakespeare Co. has been bringing 50,000 of fellow Angelenos together for free performances every summer in Griffith Park along with special events and special guests.The performance site is at the Old Zoo in Griffith Park.
Downloadable directions are here.
Ample free parking is available. Look for the hot pink signs directing you to the parking lots near the Merry-Go-Round. Parking lot 2 is the closest to the performance site, but do be prepared for a bit of a walk up a hill.
Downloadable Parking map is here.
Please note: as with anywhere in the city, don’t park against curbs painted red and look out for “no parking” signs! Griffith Park has fire lanes and they are serious about enforcing them!
Plan your evening
- Children are welcome at the performances but please be advised, these are not Shakespeare performances edited or changed for children. Shakespeare wrote about the human experience, and his plays include examples of sexuality and violence and deal with adult themes. Email them and they’ll be happy to answer any specific questions you may have about particular performances. And please, keep your children with you at all times.
- There is an uphill walk from the parking areas to the performance site. If you have mobility challenges, please call 818-710-6306 to make arrangements.
- Don’t forget your picnic! (Note: alcohol is prohibited in Los Angeles City parks.)
- Dress in layers as it gets chilly in the evening.
- There are concessions tent with hot and cold beverages, cupcakes, kettle corn and light snacks. Cash and credit cards accepted.
- Please considerate those around you! Low seat beach chairs (legs lower than 3″) are welcome behind the chair line. The lower area closest to the stage is reserved for those with picnic blankets.
- No dogs allowed.
- You may find that bug spray and sunscreen are also helpful to bring with you.
- For disabled access, please call at 818-710-6306 for information and to make arrangements.
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