Kia Forum

Parking was super easy. The arena was very easy to navigate, which isn’t very common in arenas. The arena is large but it felt like a very intimate venue. You have to go down a lot of stairs to get to the restrooms, which was a bit odd. The only downside was that the food was pretty mid. It was also overpriced, of course, but not as overpriced as other arenas.

Fabulous experience. Seen Billy Eilish here in December. They are highly organized. From the time we arrived, they instructed us on parking. And when we left it had many exist so it was an easy exit. Other than rude drivers this place is great. The forum itself is older the seats could use new fabric but other than that was spacious and great for concerts . Has handicap access. Bathrooms are plentiful and clean.

This venue is the worst. Literally feels like you’re going into some kind of jail. I’ve literally pared down my bag to the basics because a couple times ago I brought a bag that was the dimensions they require, and a worker wouldn’t let me in till I tossed it - and some health necessities along with it. Every time you come here you have to open every.single.thing. Even if its the zippers on your wallet. The employees are not nice - not that they are paid to be - but it just makes the visit nicer if they actually followed the rules they put on the website and didn’t treat you like a nuisance. The venue could use updating. The screens and sound are kinda dated. The seats could use updating. I’m aware they had financial issues a while back. They’ve put fencing around the parking lot recently. It’s the rent-a fence looking kind. Hopefully they can receive funding to get things in a more classy, updated vibe.

Second time at the venue, and had a better experience than the first. Security was smooth, entry was a breeze. Exciting was surprisingly quick and easy, too.

Went to see Pierce The Veil along with Sleeping With Sirens. Legit is one of the best concerts I've been to. Didn't get early admin GA but still managed to get a great spot in the pit. Only rated 4 because getting out of parking (as always) was atrocious.

I had a super great time. However, the only reason why I gave it a 3 is because some guys are bigger than others. And you're so literally squeezed in, but I had a great time. I if they're gonna make the tickets expensive down? Close by the front and the drinks expensive, the chairs down by the bottom should have more room to sit. So that you're able to move around, you don't have any moving around space, I used to go there when I was a kid to watch the Lakers play and boxing matches

Very organized, with few lines to enter the forum and use the bathroom. I went to the Worlds Collide event and had a great time. I was in section 209 row 7 seat 4 and it looks great. I arrived by Uber, but you can get there by bus. From here, I walked to the Intuit Dome for 10 minutes. It was safe.

I saw Pierce the veil. I was seated way in the back, but it still wasn't that bad? I had wished there was more screen. TVs The cost for alcohol was about 20 to $25 cup I think. I saw Prince here. His stage was in the middle of the whole place that was really cool.If I were to attend another concert here, I would probably come again and sit a little closer. I have an EV car, so I got to keep my car parked so close and have it charging during the concert. That was awesome

Went to the Melanie Martinez concert on May 15. The concert was amazing and the venue was great. Unfortunately one of the security staff was EXTREMELY rude to me and my friends. Beware.

**May 2024: Thursday Evening Visit** I came here to watch the sold out Avril Lavigne Concert. The venue was just as I remembered it. It's a nice medium-ish size concert that seats 18,000 guests. The lighting and sound went smoothly and, the bathroom stalls were clean. I sat in Sec 207, Row 9, and could hear everything pretty clearly. The ticket price for this concert was $118 (excluding taxes), Parking: I want to say parking in the Kia Forum was exclusively for VIP guests and $100? (methinks) My friend and I found parking for $50 across the street in a very small lot. There were other others that were $60-$75 - which feels crazy to me! Be sure to arrive early so that you won't be paying an arm and a leg for parking!

I've been meaning to review this concert venue. The overall rating depends on the artist and the season and with a warning to those who go to a concert during a heatwave. Entering: Upon arriving, you are asked for your ticket and for your items to be checked before going through a metal detector. You are not allowed large bags so to save myself the hassle, I just bring my cardholder, keys and phone. I also bring a bottle cap. I give entering a 5 because I ran there moments before My Chemical Romance played at 9:20 something pm and the employees got me to my seat as quickly as they could. Food: The food options are limited to hotdog, personal pizza, overpriced margaritas with very little liquor and overpriced snacks all along the venue. All bottles of water don't have caps on them, hence bring your own cap. For all the drinkers on this page, I recommend pre-gaming outside the venue prior to arriving, but only if you can handle your liquor. There was a girl who was really sick moments before Paramore came on live. She most likely missed the show. Seating: upper level seating is very steep and very narrow. This is a heads up to those who are afraid of heights. But level 1 seating is slightly better. If you sit in the first 2 rows in a specific section in level one (known as platinum seating) you are greeted by a lovely staff member who will bring your food and drinks to you and you get an incredible view of the show (this happened with the arctic monkeys) Ride-Share: I recommend walking all the way to the Planet fitness and the Vons, that's my go-to spot, less crowded and its easier for the ride-share people to find you. Parking: download spot hero and park at the elementary school across the street from the venue. You deal with less traffic. And now a warning: Don't go to the forum during a heatwave. The AC is non-existent during a heatwave and 4 people passed out during a Paramore show. Even Hayley Williams had to pass out cold drinks to those in the pit because it was too hot. But if you do have to go during a heatwave, please stay hydrated.

I came to see Russ on 6/6/24. Russ was amazing and the staff we encountered were friendly - but this wasn't my favorite venue. The inside is a little outdated and it was so hot inside. Food and drinks are expensive which is expected. They mainly serve pizza, nachos, hot dogs, and drinks. We didn't have to deal with the parking situation since we got an Uber but it looked crazy. My friend got us GA floor tickets so it's pretty much first come first serve to get to the front of the stage. We were pretty close to the front but on the side next to the speakers. The bass was so loud that I couldn't hear him singing during some songs. I also wish there was better crowd control. I've had floor tickets at so many other venues so I understand that it's going to be crowded... but it was so bad this time. No one could move much at all and people were pushing the entire time. My friends and I got annoyed after a while.

I've been to many shows, concerts and happenings at Kia Forum from Lizzo telling me I'm good enough to Tom Brady being roasted for encouraging Giselle to do jiu-jitsu! *skull emoji* I actually really like going to events at Kia Forum, it's a great venue, so let me share some bits and bobs with yah. Kia Forum been walking since 1967 in Inglewood, so SoFi could run. Until '99, the Lakers actually played here, as well as the Kings, and for just a few years in the 90s, the Sparks. Now the LA Forum (as many locals call it) hosts church service, comedy shows, random sporting events like boxing and I'm sure will host some Olympic events. The main thing happening at Kia these days though is concerts. I love seeing musical artists here! Sound quality is excellent - crisp, clear, and loud~ but not overwhelmingly so. Seats are fine in size and basic plastic comfort. Clear bag policy in effect, but I just go bagless to buzz thru those security checkins. Even though it's indoors, I always bring a jacket because it can get chilly inside. They always have their own parking for sale for events and I think general is just fine. Preferred is only $15 more-ish usually but it's really barely closer than general. Overall, I'm a Forum Fan and look forward to many more events there~!!!

Kia Forum is located in Inglewood next to the larger SoFi Stadium. Parking is similar to SoFi where it was about $50 and we purchased it through ParkWhiz. We came here for a concert which was a good experience. We followed the signs to park our car and headed to the venue to wait for doors to open. There were a lot of bars and food stalls outside but only a few tables and chairs and similarly there were a lot of bars inside. Inside the venue, we were further up and it was very surprising that there were no cup holders in the upper section. In the upper section there were some light fixtures that blocked our view of the large screen. After the concert was over, parking was a nightmare to get out of for us because we parked so close to the venue so we were near the end to get out. It probably took 30 minutes for us to get out of the parking lot so take that into account when you come here. The hot dog stands and merch sellers take advantage of that and you can too if you're hungry and impatient.

I missed out on the two previous tours and wanted to make sure that I made the JT tour this year, and I'm so glad I went. I've been the Kia Forum two previous times and once when it was the Great Western. The acoustics are much better compared to when i came here for a Weezer concert when it was The Great Western Forum. Staff here is helpful, and even the security is pretty amicable. There are portopotties outside if you're too excited to get inside or the line is crazy to get inside, but we showed up an hour after doors opened and about 20 minutes before the scheduled show time, and it took us less than 15 minutes to get inside with the lines. There were a lot of people working to get us all in. There were multiple merch locations--two inside and two outside, and it was much easier to pick up merch compared to say...Coachella. I have seen complaints about the seating, and I have no idea if the seats have changed from the Showtime Laker days (I've only gone to games since they moved to Staples), but I came here to dance and was on my feet most of the time. I'm also short, so I had no problem with it being compact. I feel like this has been the experience for stadiums and theater venues, and the only place to get that extra leg room is either a GA section or VIP. And even with GA sections, you'd have to deal with sardine can density if it's a popular venue. I had friends who had floor seats which looked like they were cushiony and had way more leg room. I have nothing to say about the food since we ate before we headed out, but the parking here is one of the easiest to get into and out of. I've never had a bad time here, and it's always been a dance party for me. Enjoy if you come through!

We got to see Janet Jackson at this location. Sadly the screens are very small so depending on where you sit, you might not be able to see much. Don't pay for the preferred parking (we did and what a waste) - there's plenty of parking around the venue and all pretty close to the several entrances. The food is ok and not as expensive as other concert halls. Staff professional but not the friendliest. All in all it's an ok place.

Attended the Frankie Beverly farewell concert last night and had an amazing time. I always enjoy myself at the Forum. Hint: pay online for the preferred parking in advance of your event. You'll thank me later!

I haven't been to the Forum in many years. MANY years. Other than adding the name "Kia" to the name, I'm not sure it's changed whatsoever. Parking was surprisingly smooth. Security was also smooth. Concession lines sucked. Restroom lines--even for the men's room--were ridiculously long. Audio for the concert (Springsteen, if you must know) was good. Views of the stage were good, too. It's not a state of the art facility. But it serves its purpose.

This venue has been here for a long time. So long that my parents saw Michael Jackson and Diana Ross play here waaaay back in the day...late 60s/early 70s? This was also home base for the Lakers back when I was a teenager. It was the only area venue for concerts at that time (from what I can remember) besides the Universal Amphitheater, the Greek and the Hollywood Bowl. I also remember a few shows here as a teen...Whitney Houston, George Michael, the B-52's! It always had that unique design and sat stoically on the corner of Manchester and Prairie. It has gone through some ownership changes as well as name changes. It remains pretty much untouched and although it's not my first choice to see a show here, it does its job and you just can't ignore the legacy of all the artists that have played here and all the history inside and out. The last time I saw a show here was Madonna in 2015. They had just gone through a major refurbishment. The inside was brand new and very plush. However it still kept its vintage charm. Fast forward to 2024, I practically lived at the Forum for the past week as I caught three (3!!!) Madonna shows...all from different seating locations/angles/vantage points/price points. Parking: we purchased General Parking ($45 + fees/night!!!). We entered from Prairie each time. From all the reviews, I was bracing for a parking nightmare, but it was manageable and staff was present to direct traffic and welcome guests. Considering there are only two parking entrances for all of those cars trying to get in around the same time, they do an acceptable job. Leaving the venue is a different story. Challenging, yes! Impossible, no. Ambiance: The Forum went all out by decorating the outside with various Madonna photo opps. What a great way to spend some time before the show to get even more excited! Staff/security: They seem to have very strict guidelines of what you can/can't bring in (for understandable reasons). Lines moved quickly (even faster than airport security) and staff I encountered were pretty chill and welcoming. In fact, I must say, every staff interaction/observation they were professional and courteous considering they have to deal with large crowds all the time. Bonus: we were granted access to the "Forum Club" before the show where they offered food, drinks all at no charge. This made it for a very special experience. It is reserved for "house" guests, "friends/family" of the artist and the like. Not sure if we would ever have this opportunity again so we def enjoyed this once-in-a-lifetime experience! I really enjoyed the Forum this time around and was pleasantly surprised at how things worked well. I don't know when I'll be back but maybe soon!

The staff was sooooo nice to us. My friend suffered knee issues ADA to the rescue....the staff ALL Of them were sooo accommodating! As a result the previous upper level seats were changed to floor level across from stage! Look at the time, I'm on such a state Daylight time... Now, yesterday was my 66th birthday. Went to see Madonna here..... She says "I'm your mother"..... But Madonna, my 66th was Saturday. Your birthday i thinks in August? Brandy is your mother, Madonna???

Not handicap friendly at all. No hand rails on aisles for assistance in walking up and down seating areas. Have to climb stairs to use the bathroom. Not near enough handicap parking

I used to love the Forum - but warning to all my fellow concert lovers - DO NOT buy tix for the first row in 200 section! We sat in section 227 row 1 tonight - and the show was ruined because it smells so bad - like dirty shoes, vinegar, and old mold. We've never had this experience sitting in the 100 sections, but we thought why not try row one in section 227. So mad - wish I could get my money back. In addition - there was a glass wall in front of us so we were watching the Doobie Bros. through glass - and the glass also made everything warm and stuffy. The sound was good, the show - well who knows - we left half way through because we couldn't take the smell. (and no, it wasn't another person - it was the floor and the seats). Watch out Forum - you have huge competition with the new Intuit Dome coming in, not to mention Sofi, YouTube, etc. I will think twice before wasting my money at The Forum. Fin Pissed off!

I came here to watch Lany, and overall security, and checkin was fairly fast. Only thing was parking is $45 for general and more for larger concerts which is pretty insane. Leaving the Venue could be a pain if you don't rush out as well. Was able to leave in 10 minutes since I left right when the concert ended. Not a bad stadium to watch shows. Merchandise and food is of course overpriced.

Attended my first concert back in September 11th this year, we went to see Ghost Band Re-Imperatour. We had brought the Imperium VIP experienced. It was totally worth it! The line started at 4pm but the event started at 7:30pm. We booked a hotel nearby and arrived a little after 4pm, the line for the VIP was very long. The normal lines were even longer, my brother had bought the ticket a few days prior and was able to snag general admissions for a fair price. While in line, the security guards/event staff were helpful and friendly. They passed out free waters for those who wanted it. We met friendly people who were in line with us and strike up convos. The VIP line went pretty quick and our first stop was the Spillways lounge along with early merch purchases. The spillway lounge had VIP bar, history of the Ghost band, VIP snack area. They check your bags (clear bag policy) and place your phones in a Yondr case, I love that the event was a phone free experience. Rumors has it, that they were recording a music video that day! Throughout the line, they have several merch stands and bars. They also have a restroom on the outside of the venue, you'll have to walk underground to use it. It was clean and a lot of stalls, I was quite surprised. Once the line got to moving into the venue, we entered and were escorted down the stairs. The stage was underground, along the way there were bathrooms and bars. The staff was pretty good at guiding and they had everything down to a T. We got to the pit and was near the stage, scored!!! Saw the Ghost band up close. It was the best experienced at this venue. I will definitely return again for future concerts/events. The downfall of this venue is the Uber/Lyft pick up area. It seemed like we walked for miles and it was really hard to get a driver on the app. Maybe it was the time of the event ended but I wish there was an easier way for them to pick up or guided signs for pick ups/drop off. I did see that the SoFi stadium was literally across the street from the Kia Forum. That was interesting.

The forum Hard to say Kia honestly and rarely say that word lol What can I say about this iconic former Lakers arena? Con's The biggest one is the parking. It's hell getting out but that's the case most venues but given now that there's Sofi and that new clippers arena coming parking is a beast Seats feel tighter in the upper bowl The fact that the bathrooms are on either end or arena is a pain if you are sitting on the wrong side lol They need better handling of the lobby areas because it gets congested and I get annoyed when I cannot just walk through easily Needs another update or refurb with the seats etc Pros Sounds great I mean I feel the sound vibrates loud and I know I said a con about the bathroom but there's plenty of urinals even though it can be a walk I've never had a horrible experience service wise honestly I have gotten annoyed but usually customer service is fine but overall I just wish they handled both car traffic and walkways inside better I've seen a ton of shows here

Great venue to see live music. Even in the nosebleeds it doesn't feel like the stage is so far away that you're missing out. I love that they decorate the outside of the venue for performers. It makes it an interactive, IG-worthy experience. Lots of places to get drinks inside and outside. Finding your section can be a little confusing if you're on the other side of the "main" entrance. A little frustrating last night that there wasn't any staff to ask for help. Also, parking isn't a great experience. Lot is small but getting out still takes forever - just like any other venue. Last night we were literally at a standstill for nearly an hour. It should be forbidden for the Forum and SoFi to have events at the same time because it makes everything so much worse. Despite annoyances, it's worth it to see your favorite performers at an iconic LA location. I will be back in a few months for another concert!

I have not been inside but the security employees, outdoor ushers, parking attendants and Box Office customer service people are all fantastic.

PROS: Clean arena, well staffed, sound and lighting good for concerts. CONS: Small seats with very little legroom. I'm 5'9 and and felt squished so a tall person would be really uncomfortable. Canned beer for $19.50 (costs them about 50 cents so you can figure out their markup). Same for the $50.00 plus tax t-shirts but I guess Merch has gone up everywhere. PRO TIP #1: Get here early and across the street there is a Sizzler that has 6 dollar Modelo's. No bar but they were cool about us having a few beers and grabbing a table without ordering food. Surprised it wasn't more crowded before the Springsteen Concert 4/7/24. PRO TIP #2 - Don't park in the $45.00 Forum Lot -- we reserved a spot on SPOTHERO App (or online) for half the price --just a 10 minute walk North on Prairie. Also MUCH faster getting in and out. Plenty of concert goers around before and after the show so felt very safe.

I have been coming to the Forum for years. Yes parking is always an issue and I would suggest checking out Park Wiz to find spots. Food prior to your event is simply disappointing high cost and low in flavor. Eat before hand would be my suggestion. We had floor seats and while sound was excellent You always can have issues with people standing for the entire concert. Part of this was due to the fact that some people only care about themselves. The people in ground of us were over served they alternated going to the bar for drinks and for a 3 hour concert they had about 6 drinks each. They blocked everyone view behind them. Perhaps security could have asked them to sit for one of the songs. We spent a lot for floor seats and. We're unable to enjoy much of the show. Music volume was above 90 dB so I would advise earplugs to reduce the volume to a safe level.

Tip on food. Do not eat on the Terrace. We had $17 tacos and they were not worth it. It was better to wait to go inside and eat there. The chicken tenders and fries ampere $17 and that was a better portion. The venue is nice. We had seats in the higher bowl and they were okay. Our view was obstructed by the speakers on the top.

Large and yet more intimate than Crypto.com Arena and SoFi Stadium, Kia Forum does the trick for hosting major concerts and other shows. Opened in 1967, the Forum has a 17,500 capacity and has hosted the Lakers, Kings, and top performers including The Rolling Stones, Elvis Presley, Chicago, Led Zeppelin, Barbra Streisand, Bob Dylan, Prince, Dua Lipa, and Harry Styles. We went recently to see The Eagles + Steely Dan's The Long Goodbye tour, and even in nosebleed seats, we felt close to the show. Food options are a little limited, but hey, who goes to a concert venue for the food? PRO TIP: A member of our group experienced a minor medical issue, and Guest Services was helpful in directing us to the efficient on-site paramedics as well as the medical room.

Food: 3* Service: 4* Ambience: 3* This place needs a face lift. It is falling apart. It is a great venue in terms of size and ability to get to it, but man is it old. The food offerings were ok, and the taste was just ok as well. Service was good and people were friendly and helpful. Ambience was lackluster. It was clean, but old. In need of more than just paint.

I attended the Mon Laferte show this weekend and was soooo disappointed! The performance was incredible but my entire section couldn't hear the artist! I don't know if it was a mic issue or lack of surround speakers but we were straining to hear the entire 2 hour show. Complete let down. Please fix your sound system so the entire forum can enjoy the music!! I am hesitant to get tickets to another show here because of this experience. :(

The venue is great the lines for the women's restrooms not so great. Parking was easy.

The Kia Forum (as is known now in 2024), is dated from the outside but upgraded in the inside. The parking is very well organized and it was easy to leave once the Madonna concert was over. The staff were friendly and the cost of the drinks were reasonable. Not much different from a bar in West Hollywood. The sound could definitely be improved, it I'm not sure if the issue was with Madonna's music or the speakers.

Parking is ok, a lot of bars outside, concession lines moves quickly, seats are really small.

Love coming to shows at the Kia Forum. Ever since they remodeled years back the sound is great for rock shows or any other show. The way the stage is set up and how it is shaped most seats have a pretty good view, of course, closer the better, but you don't have to pay premium ticket prices to enjoy a great show here. There are also club seats with more space and lounge style seats, but you pay a premium for them, but they look like they would be pretty cool for a show. Once inside, it is easy to get around, just a big horseshoe. The decor is getting dated a bit, but still nice and clean inside. Tip: If looking for a bathroom, go into the middle section, inside near the arena, there are various bathrooms around the horseshoe and are usually less busy than the ones on the outer edge when you come in and don't have to go up and down a bunch of stairs. Came here last night to see Maneskin on their Rush World Tour. They put on such a great show, so much energy, great music, great show. They do not use opening bands, so when the show starts, they start to rock and go nonstop until the end. Saw them the first time last year at Kroq Acoustic Christmas and loved them, put on another great show last night. Now back to the Kia Forum itself. I am teetering back and forth between 4/5. Ended up with the five since I always have a great time at shows here. The reason I am going back and forth is the parking is out of control, $45 to park for a show! That is crazy. The food is pricey and the alcohol is just too much, $18 for a Miller Light, a White Claw or a mixed drink. But really, this is pretty much the same for any show you go to these days, but still not acceptable. Pro tip: If you are able, try to find parking near the Forum, save yourself $45. We almost always park outside and walk to the venue. Just make sure you triple check the signs in the area so you don't end up parking in the wrong place and get towed or a ticket. Enjoy!

Just left The Forum where we saw Ghost perform tonight. I hadn't been to the forum since the Lakers played there. Parking in was easy off Manchester, parking going out the same way was also easy...but we took our time and waited about 20 minutes. Bathrooms were clean, but the stairs are steep, so be careful and hold onto the railing. Staff working the food and beverage and merchandise stands were super friendly. The "security" staff was also friendly. The seating inside was comfortable enough. We had seats in the front row of section 101, so no one was in front of us and had a good view of the stage. Stairs inside are somewhat steep as well and there's no railing. This was a rock concert and it was LOUD! If you're going for a rock concert, you might consider bringing ear plugs to muff some of the sound. And whoever says Ghost isn't heavy enough, I have no idea what you're talking about, they rock! Overall it was a great event put on by the performers and pleasant experience at the venue.

I first visited the Forum back in 2021 when I got to see the Strokes. I did general admission and it was my first time ever. After much research, the process wasn't too bad. We showed up at 9am the day of and got our numbered wristbands. From memory, we were something like #79. We were able to leave after that and then came back later around 4ish to line up. It was a bit disorganized at first but it soon sorted itself out and we were able to get very close to the stage! The crowd of people we were with in the pit were very rowdy. After waiting all day, I was very close to the stage but by the ending songs, I was pushed out like 10 rows of people back. It was hot in the pit and I'm glad I did it once for my favorite band because I felt like Jon Snow being crushed down there. My 2nd time was recently for Paramore this past week. My sister and I arrived there early at 4:45pm and we're glad we did out of convenience of just pulling in. I bought prepaid general parking and we were able to park pretty close to the front. I wish they had signs for which lines belong to which. Some security guards were nice enough to check in with the lines to make sure we know which line we're in, but we did have to do some walking to find the right one for us (Note: the longer line will usually be the general admission line since more people show up earlier for that). We were let in early to enjoy the patio where they had multiple food and drink stands and merch. Make sure to walk around the parameter to check out more Merch lines and food places. I didn't realize just how big the stadium was and they had multiple places open. Our seats had a nice view from section 128 row 8. The seats are older and I'm not a fan that its linen seats. The seating space is very tight and you'll have to stand up to let people pass through. The stair steps are also very steep so watch your step! However, I am a fan of how wide the hallways are. They were wide enough to keep up with the flow of traffic and multiple lines going on for the bathroom, food, and Merch. It did get very hot in the stadium. A few people were passing out in the general admission pit and the show had to be stopped a couple times by Hayley Williams so they could get first aid help. My sister and I bounced once the last song came on. Others had the same idea and we did get stuck in the exiting traffic for about 15-20 minutes before we finally were able to leave the parking lot. Overall, I think the stadium does its best for what it is. It's an older place and the LA crowd is a beast on its own to reign in. I'd come back for future concerts but lots of planning goes a long way!

Another fab concert at the Forum tonight. MaMa Moo K-pop quartet with the sound loud & holding together well (except 1 speaker on the left seemed blown). Getting in was nice n easy... Staff contacts were very pleasant, relaxed & professional. Sightlines were reasonable ... $1k in Tix ... That's ok. We didn't park. We were dropped off and picked up across the street ... Saved $40-80 parking fees. We didn't buy anything at the venue for food ... So we can't comment on drinks or snacks. Overall... It's an easy 4 stars!

Ill give 2 stars after this ordeal. I was able to get my money back. But the whole ordeal was just sooooo unnecessary. I will never do auto checkout again. Heck I'll just refrain from buying any food/drink. Ill have to well prepare myself for mamamoo in June

This place is really sucky in a lot of ways. You pay 60 dollars for parking ahead of time. You end up parking and walking miles around the entire building!!! We did a literal loop to the forum club. It took so long to get inside that we missed the first five songs. I know because we heard them! The first time I came here I saw a clown riding a bike at 1 am. It was very disturbing. There was also a guy in a purple suit with a feather in his hat! To say the area is sketchy is an understatement. The plus is that the floor is huge. I like that you have room to dance!

Buy parking early because it always sells out! We had standard parking, but we arrived when doors opened and were able to park in section B, which is right in front of the main entrance. I highly recommend investing in floor seats. We sat in section F, row 3, seats 3-4, which is on the left side of the row when facing the stage. It's folding chair seating with just enough passing room. The view was good, the restrooms were easily accessible, there were plenty of bars with short lines, and you get a separate entrance into the venue. The drinks were just under $20, and the prices for food vary. I spent $8.50 on a very dehydrated hot dog. The food is sold in a convenience store where you have to swipe your card or tap before entering, choose your items, and exit. Purchases are automatically charged when you walk out with them. There is also a small merch booth in the floor section with limited stock. The concert was well staffed, and all were helpful and friendly. Sound was good too. We parked close to the exit, so it only took about 10 minutes to get out of the parking lot; however, surrounding area street traffic was heavy. I'd definitely look into concurring events at SoFi (and the Intuit Dome in fall) before planning your visit. EV drivers, I did see the 20 free charging stations in the lot, but they were all being utilized, so arrive early to stake your claim. ETA: We were here for a different concert and had seats in 235 row 6. The view and sound were fantastic, but the chairs were tiny and uncomfortable. There is zero leg room or passing room. My husband is a big man and was so distressed. Food/drink stands and restrooms are shared with the 100 level. Lines are long and the common spaces are hella crowded. It's better to buy your food/drinks and use the restrooms out on the terrace if you're seated in the 100-200s.

I had a great time. I was seated in the ADA row in Section 115, and everything was fine. Getting into the parking lot was easy, but the handicapped parking spaces were pretty close together. Luckily, fans of Bruce are pretty nice and let me out of my car before they pulled in.

This is a large location. The bathroom lines get insanely long. There isn't much seat space. Security checks bag before entering and make sure to view the bag guidelines on the website. Food was limited, nachos, pizza, and hot dogs. So pricy as well. $5.50 for a bag of chips. They do that annoying policy where they take the bottle cap from you when you purchase it, they say this is because drunk people will throw them on stage. Overall it was a great show. I felt safe despite being in such a crowded place. I did leave early to avoid the traffic of everyone exiting at the same time.

This place is a shithole! Poor logistics, lack of food choices and old bathrooms. The crowd control is nonexistent and you cannot mariner in the hallways. Stay away from this place.

ya decent place. they charge $45 to park for an aew show. i guess next time ill park somewhere cheaper. bartenders are cool. they generally charge like $50+ for a double well drink. if u tip em well they will take care of you. i also got a pizza which was really better than i got the last time. you will def spend $200 here ez. i have a good time here. parking is always like 40-60$

The Forum is a necessary evil if you want to see some of your favorite bands in concert. I bought my tickets in section 224 not realizing the very steep incline puts you way up despite what the diagram leads you to believe. We were at the very top. There is no legroom. Sound is fine. We went to see Bruce Springsteen. We could not see the E Street Singers because of the huge screen facing away from the stage. I'm glad I brought my binoculars to get a close up view of everyone...except the backup singers...due to the big screen being so low. We had no view of that screen. We did have a very small screen placed way up - again, bring binoculars because you're at the mercy of the guy filming the band. Nobody looked up to engage our section. If I had paid a few thousand dollars to be on the floor, I'd be ecstatic. Because Bruce plays to them almost exclusively. He did give some attention to the people directly behind the stage. I was there to see Queen and Adam Lambert did move around more. I found parking ahead of time on a neighborhood front yard so I wouldn't have to deal with that mess of a parking lot and having other cars parked so close I have to crawl through the back of my hatch to get in. We don't buy food there because it's way too expensive for junk. After paying the exorbitant fees on top of ticket prices, I'm not about to get extorted on food and tshirts ($50 was the cheapest; over $200 for a sweatshirt- wait until the guys are across the street after the show - same designs). Security was polite and pretty efficient. Lots of weed inside. A guy near us had the nastiest smelling vape. I'm glad I finally got around to seeing Springsteen in concert; should've gone in the 80's. When leaving you're better off going east and north or south before heading to the 405. It took us 25 minutes to get to the freeway entrance. ( 1 1/2 miles).

Getting there: To get there, just take the 10 freeway and follow the signs. Parking seems to be pretty easy as well, just follow the signs. You can pay for parking when you get there. I believe we paid about $50 for this event. Experience: I recently attended a concert at the Forum, and it was an absolute blast! What impressed me most was the easy access in and out of the venue, which made the entire experience seamless. The facilities were clean and well-maintained, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. The only minor downside was that you can only find beer inside the venue; anything else is only available outside the venue. Nevertheless, it was a fantastic evening filled with great music, and I can't wait to return for another event at this venue!

Place is great cause it is small and everything is close. Parking was 45 bucks. Was not to hard to get out . They serve food and drinks. The seats were comfortable. Watched the WWE great for my first show. Bathrooms were a little rough. Everything else was good

SZA performed at this venue in March and the concert was amazing. The venue itself had very little space in between seats so it was almost claustrophobic, even after considering it's a concert venue. Getting through rows and even other sections seemed to be very difficult. Before the concert started, there were plenty of bars and a little to-go market section to buy snacks and drinks from. They even had a few food stations opened. The prices were very uncharged which makes sense for all concerts. Alcoholic Drinks relatively started at $12-15, even canned ones. The food was very subpar. I tried the hotdog and pizza and they were also very expensive. The terrace was definitely nice and the bathrooms are underground with plenty of stalls to access.

Came here for an AFI concert. Parking is a rip off. I don't remember the last time I paid $45 for parking for a concert and it was far. We parked closer to the SoFi stadium. More restrooms are needed for sure. The lines looked like the lines at Disneyland land rides! One of the ramp security guards was kind enough to walk me over to a restroom free from thousands of women waiting to pee. She was very nice and I really appreciate her taking the time take me. We had to cut through a few security lines, hence the accompaniment. The seating is ok but you're not really sitting for a concert event either so that didn't really matter to me. Would I be back for another concert? For sure! But I'd definitely empty out my entire bladder before attending next time.

I went here for a concert in October. Overall, the concert was great, and I enjoyed it. However, the actual venue and staff were a different story. No help from staff directing you if it's your first time here, which made it very confusing to ask staff. How the set up is getting inside, and the staff wasn't accommodating. Food selection was limited, and seats weren't uncomfortable and just a weird smell. And the bathroom location is odd

Went to see Madonna VIP style. It was an amazing experience. Food was delicious. So many desserts! Service was great. Restrooms were kept up clean. Loved that we had are own VIP merchandise lady. If you can do it, Go VIP at least once in your life time. Even though it was burning up during concert and know it was a request made by Madonna to have all AC and Vents close during the performance, in the VIP section it was a comfortable temperature.

Well well well, you managed to gain another star from me, why? Well, me and my wife continue to keep coming back here and every time it feels like its gets smoother and less complicated. This last time I saw them take care of people trying to cut in line. Most all security is friendly and grab and go locations making grabbing a simple drink or snack a breeze. Parking is expensive but its a really easy in and out, IN MY OPINION. We love coming to the Kia Forum

KROQ almost acoustic christmas concert was lit! I l I e this venue, been here about 3 times already. This time I got GA Floor, totally worth it. What I will say is the food court needs some help, the pizza is disgusting, the cheese taste like plastic, for $16 for a small personalized pizza needs some better ingredients. I've never ate there, only had drinks, well ill never eat there again. I ate a slice and tossed the rest in the trash, I don't like to waste food, I felt SO guilty.. Visuals, sounds, restrooms, everything else was good. No complaints. The ladies serving alcohol are super sweet, staff is helpful.

Came to this venue for a Lauren Hill concert and had a great time! For a venue that can seat so many people, I thought it was pretty organized. Now I did take an Uber because I didn't wanna deal with parking so traffic gets crazy with that many people, which is understandable. The sound quality was good even though I was sitting in the sky! Lol

This was my first time at the Kia forum. I attended the 40th anniversary Legacy tour for New Edition (favorite group!) I've always attended events or concerts either at the staple center (crypto arena) or convention center. After attending concerts at the staple center I was not expecting the Kia forum to be on the same level as it relates to the experience. Well I must say the Kia forum surpassed every preconceived thought I had in my head! The venue was clean, well organized and had great customer service. From parking my vehicle to getting to my seat was top tier service. New Edition team couldn't have thought of a better location to have their 40 year legacy tour event in Los Angeles. The promotional team picked the perfect venue. The staff made sure you got to your section with ease. They were very helpful. The parking staff were so organized and helpful also. I didn't get a chance to try the food out because I didn't want to miss any of the performances. I will definitely attend another event at the Kia forum in the future.