A performer stands on a colorful, smoke-filled stage while an audience watches, silhouetted with raised hands.

Live on Sunset

For generations, the Sunset Strip has been the stage for music’s biggest moments. This November, a new tradition begins.

Coming November 2026

The Sunset Strip has set the tone for music and culture for decades. The Roxy recorded Bob Marley live, brought “The Rocky Horror Show” to America and gave Bruce Springsteen a stage worthy of his sound. The Whisky a Go Go was a proving ground for acts like The Doors, Janis Joplin and Guns N’ Roses before they catapulted to fame. This is where legends are made, iconic riffs ring out and music history is made night after night.

This November, the Strip adds a new chapter to its storied history. Live on Sunset shuts down a portion of Sunset Boulevard for an incredible day of live performances, bringing its rock ’n’ roll spirit out of the clubs and onto the street where it all began.

Schedule of Events

The Live on Sunset schedule will be announced soon! Please check back for details.

Aerial view of Sunset Strip in West Hollywood, CA, at night with illuminated billboards, traffic and buildings.

The Mile That Changed Music

Live on Sunset takes place on the legendary Sunset Strip — a stretch of Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood that has been an epicenter of music and artistic rebellion for decades. This isn’t just a street with iconic venues; it’s where rock, folk and punk history was written in real time. From icons like Frank Zappa and Joni Mitchell during the 1960s counterculture movement to David Bowie and the Red Hot Chili Peppers in the years that followed, the Strip has shaped generations of sound.

That electric legacy of live music and nightlife continues today. During Live on Sunset, you’re stepping directly into the ongoing story of a mile that changed music forever.

Hotel Ziggy in West Hollywood, CA, at night with string lights above a swimming pool, tall palm trees and Los Angeles views in the background.

Stay in the Heart of the Strip

Make a night of it with a stay on the Strip. Check into a hotel with plenty of “if walls could talk” lore, or wind down at a rooftop pool after a night of live music and nightlife.

If you’re looking for luxury, The West Hollywood EDITION and The London West Hollywood at Beverly Hills offer high-end accommodations and amenities, just steps from the stages.

You can even spend the night where rock ’n’ roll history was made. The Sunset Marquis is a longtime favorite of leather-clad musicians from Aerosmith to The Clash and boasts a recording studio tucked beneath its lush grounds. At Andaz West Hollywood, formerly the “Riot House” Hyatt, curated decor speaks to the hotel’s past as a playground for unruly guests like Led Zeppelin and the Rolling Stones. The beat goes on at The Sun Rose West Hollywood and Hotel Ziggy, both with in-house music venues hosting everything from DJ sets to up-and-coming bands.

A tourist snaps a photo outside the Supreme store on Sunset Boulevard.

Explore Beyond the Stage

Beyond live music, the Sunset Strip is home to renowned shopping, wellness experiences and foodie hot spots to round out your Live on Sunset itinerary. 

Find your concert ’fit at Sunset Plaza, a two-block outdoor shopping area with more than 50 stores. Elsewhere along Sunset, browse trendsetting flagships for Kith, SKIMS and Supreme.

Recharge at one of the Strip’s wellness havens. Book a JetPeel facial or sound bath at The Spa at the EDITION, head to Remedy Place for a guided ice bath or vitamin IV therapy, or treat yourself to serious pampering with Ole Henriksen’s Honey Cucumber Body Cocktail or Moroccan Bath Ritual.

The Sunset Strip has plenty to offer when hunger strikes, too. Start the day at The Butcher, The Baker, The Cappuccino Maker, with artisan coffee and brunch favorites. Settle in at BOA Steakhouse for a swanky take on the classic steakhouse or take in views of the Strip over sushi and robata at Katana. For dinner with a little camp, dig into prime rib at Saddle Ranch Chop House while fiddle players serenade you. Don’t leave without riding the mechanical bull or roasting a marshmallow over the outdoor firepits.

A woman looks up at a ceiling filled with mirror balls at Sunset in West Hollywood, CA

Keep the Party Going

After the shows, get a taste of West Hollywood’s entertainment and nightlife scene. Grab a late-night bite at Mel’s Drive-In or catch a set at the Comedy Store. Stand feet from the stage at the Viper Room, where Iggy Pop, Johnny Cash and the Stone Temple Pilots once performed, then slide into a leather booth at the Rainbow Bar & Grill, where rock memorabilia recalls famous regulars like Alice Cooper and Lemmy Kilmister. 

At Keys, the dance floor is the main attraction, with DJs and live performances keeping the energy going late into the night. Or, boogie under a canopy of glimmering disco balls at Sunset at EDITION, whose retro-inspired interiors nod to the underground clubs of the 1960s and ’70s.

Drone shot of the famed Whisky a Go Go nightclub at night
Whisky a Go Go, the venue that helped launch The Doors, Guns N’ Roses, Mötley Crüe and others.
Nighttime street scene featuring illuminated signs, including The Viper Room marquee, cars parked along the curb, and light trails from passing vehicles.
The Viper Room rose to infamy in the 1990s and remains a hot spot today.
A woman's hand with red nail polish holds a cocktail garnished with edible flowers in a highball glass in front of an animal-print wall.
Grab cocktails at Bar Next Door.
A wall is covered with music memorabilia at Rainbow Bar & Grill in West Hollywood
Surround yourself in music history at the Rainbow Bar & Grill.
The Sunset Marquis Hotel is surrounded by lush tropical plants and tall trees, with a concrete path leading to the entrance.
The Sunset Marquis is where rock stars find much-needed rest.
Nighttime view of The Comedy Store building, with illuminated sign, neon lights, and blurred car light trails on the street in front.
Catch a set at the legendary Comedy Store on Sunset Boulevard.
Outdoor rooftop pool at night at the Valorian Los Angeles, surrounded by lit candles, cushioned lounge chairs and city lights visible in the background. West Hollywood, CA
Head to the rooftop of The Valorian Los Angeles for dancing and drinks at White Rabbit Sky Lounge.
Saddle Ranch Chop House in West Hollywood, CA, with a rustic wooden exterior, neon sign, outdoor patio and purple curtains opening to the entrance.
Follow your dinner with roasted marshmallows at Saddle Ranch Chop House.
A male bartender with a bun prepares a cocktail behind the bar at Hotel Ziggy in West Hollywood, CA, with jars of ingredients, liquor bottles, glassware and shelves of vinyl records in the background.
The Hotel Ziggy blends a stylish stay with live music and rock ’n’ roll vibes.
Live on Sunset

FAQs

November 2026. Exact dates will be announced soon.
 
Staying on or near the Sunset Strip puts you steps from Live on Sunset, as well as the neighborhood’s restaurants, bars and nightlife. But you don’t have to stay directly on the Strip; most of West Hollywood’s hotels are located within a mile of Sunset Boulevard, making it easy to turn the event into an overnight stay or weekend getaway.

Find your perfect West Hollywood hotel.
 
Famous for its outsized influence on music, nightlife and entertainment, the Sunset Strip in West Hollywood is packed with music venues, trendy boutiques, nightclubs, hotels, spas and restaurants. Whether you want a night out on the town or a laid-back retreat with live music sprinkled in, you’ll find plenty of ways to make the Strip your own.
 
At just 1.9 square miles, West Hollywood is very walkable, meaning you can find your way to the action with ease. Walk or take a short rideshare to hotels, bars, restaurants, music venues and nightlife hot spots.
 
If you’re staying overnight in West Hollywood, ask your hotel about parking options, including valet and self-park. Coming in for the day? Several municipal lots and garages put you near the action, including the following:  

Sunset Lot (8775 Sunset Blvd.): $2 per hour
Queens Lot (8459 Sunset Blvd.): $2 per hour
Kings Road Parking Structure (8383 Santa Monica Blvd.): $1 per 15 minutes ($10 max)
West Hollywood Park (625 N. San Vicente Blvd.): $1 per 15 minutes ($12 max)
Beyond the Sunset Strip, West Hollywood’s other three vibrant neighborhoods are easily accessible and well worth exploring. A few blocks south of the Strip, stroll Santa Monica Boulevard to visit iconic landmarks and modern-day hot spots of old Route 66. Head west on Santa Monica until you come to the West Hollywood Rainbow District, Los Angeles’ largest gayborhood and a historic hub of LGBTQ+ advocacy and culture. And don’t miss the chic Design District. Unfolding between Melrose Avenue and Beverly Boulevard, this global hub of design, fashion and architecture is home to trendy shopping, dining, galleries and endless inspiration.

Local Faves

See West Hollywood through the eyes of the creators & tastemakers who know it best.

Nic Adler

Owner, The Roxy Theatre
A man, Nic Adler, sits at a bar in West Hollywood, CA, wearing a black hat and plaid long-sleeve shirt.

The second-generation owner carrying on The Roxy’s rock ’n’ roll legacy.

Meet Nic

Timothy White

Celebrity Photographer
A man wearing a black jacket and silver rings looks into the camera while holding a camera to one eye.

The visionary behind iconic images of Guns N’ Roses and other rock greats.

Meet Timothy

Rod Gruendyke

General Manager, Sunset Marquis
A man in a gray blazer and glasses smiles while standing in front of a small group of people smiling behind him in a gallery or event space.

The hotelier behind a legendary Sunset Strip hideaway for rock stars.

Meet Rod

Jon D’Amico

Founder, Rock ’N Walk Tours
Writer and tour guide Jon D'Amico sits in a chair during a recording of The Creators Podcast

A musician and longtime local who brings the Sunset Strip’s rock history to life.

Meet Jon

Robert Landau

Photographer & Author
A middle-aged man with wavy dark hair, a short beard and a mustache is smiling at the camera against a plain background.

A WeHo native who captured the Sunset Strip’s iconic rock ’n’ roll billboards.

Meet Robert

Jeff Consoletti

Founder & CEO, JJLA
A man wearing a yellow leather jacket stands smiling with his hands in his pockets in front of a rainbow in West Hollywood, CA.

The producer behind WeHo Pride and the OUTLOUD Music Festival.

Meet Jeff

Tommy Black

Musician & General Manager, The Viper Room
A man with gray hair, wearing a gray hat, sunglasses, a bandana, and denim jacket, sits in the driver's seat of a classic convertible car.

A longtime Sunset Strip musician who’s had a front-row seat to its rock ’n’ roll evolution.

Meet Tommy

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