Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
Stadium Historic Los Angeles stadium, Olympic and USC venue
In Exposition Park, the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum draws history-minded visitors to its Olympic legacy - host of the 1932 and 1984 Games - plus USC football games, stadium tours and large-scale events.
The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum is a large outdoor stadium in Exposition Park, Los Angeles, California, originally opened in the early 1920s and dedicated as a living memorial to veterans. It has been a major venue for athletics, football and large-scale events across the 20th and 21st centuries.
Notable visitor highlights include the stadium bowl itself, historic peristyle and Olympic torch features, and exhibits or plaques describing its role in major events. The Coliseum’s large seating capacity and central location make it a focal point for major sporting occasions.
The stadium was constructed and opened in 1923 and has undergone several renovations and expansions since then to update seating, accessibility and media facilities. Its long-running association with the Olympic Games and collegiate football contributes to its cultural significance.
The Coliseum sits in Exposition Park near downtown Los Angeles, adjacent to the University of Southern California campus and close to museums and public transport connections.
- Olympic history: Has hosted two Olympic Games (1932 and 1984) and served as home to the University of Southern California football team for decades; it is scheduled to be a venue for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
What to See #
- Peristyle and torch: The peristyle and the Olympic torch at the stadium's east end are historic elements associated with its Olympic heritage and ceremonial functions.
- Main bowl: The main bowl and seating areas have hosted multiple sports and entertainment events and retain features from different renovation periods dating back to the 1920s.
How to Get to Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum #
The Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum sits in Exposition Park adjacent to the USC campus, roughly 3-4 miles (about 10-20 minutes by car) south of downtown Los Angeles. Public transit: take the LA Metro E (Expo) Line to Expo Park/USC station - the stadium is about a 5-10 minute walk from that stop - or use the many bus routes serving Exposition Park; major roads serving the site include Exposition Boulevard and Figueroa Street.
Tips for Visiting Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum #
- Use the Metro Expo Line (Expo Park/USC station) to reach the Coliseum - public transit saves long event-day traffic and parking hassles and drops you into Exposition Park within easy walking distance.
- Check the Coliseum event calendar before you go; the venue frequently hosts football, concerts and special events and interior access or tours may be closed on event days, so book any stadium tours or tickets through official Coliseum/USC channels.
- Combine a Coliseum visit with Exposition Park attractions (California Science Center, Natural History Museum) either before or after an event to avoid peak arrival/departure congestion and make the most of the area.
Best Time to Visit Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum #
Good to visit in spring or fall for milder temperatures and comfortable event-going; major games and concerts can draw very large crowds year-round.
Weather & Climate near Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum #
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 8°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with 81 mm of rain.
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March
March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm).
