by Rachael Rollins
Last month, movie premieres and award shows brought the stars out to party all over Los Angeles. Drew Barrymore, Justin Long and Christina Applegate posed on the red carpet at Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood for the premiere of Going the Distance. Drew also hosted the Nylon + Express August Denim Issue Party at The London in West Hollywood attended by Stephanie Pratt, Carmen Electra and Gabrielle Union. Jennifer Aniston, Juliette Lewis and Jason Bateman celebrated the premiere of their new film, The Switch at the Arclight Cinerama Dome in Hollywood and the 2010 Teen Choice Awards rolled out the red carpet at The Gibson Amphitheatre for Ashley Greene, Selena Gomez, Chace Crawford and Kylie Jenner.
Piranha 3-D premiered at Mann’s Chinese 6 in Hollywood. The Vampire Diaries’ Steven R. McQueen, Rebecca Romijn and Gossip Girl’s Jessica Szohr attended the premiere then headed over to Bardot for the after party. Kourtney, Kim and Khloe Kardashian hit the red carpet at Trousdale in West Hollywood to celebrate the premiere of the new season of Keeping Up With The Kardashians. West Hollywood honored Slash at the House of Blues to kick off the 3rd Annual Sunset Strip Music Festival. Smashing Pumpkins, Common, Fergie and Kid Cudi performed on the Sunset Strip during the weekend-long festival. Music fans packed world-famous Sunset Strip music venues like the Whiskey a Go-Go, the Roxy, Key Club and The Viper Room all weekend to hear music from White Arrows, Nico Vega, Golden State and Oh No Not Stereo.
The NOKIA Theatre L.A. LIVE hosted last month’s biggest event, The 62nd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards. Mad Men stars January Jones and Christina Hendricks joined Breaking Bad’s Aaron Paul on the red carpet. Entertainment Tonight hosted a star-studded after party at Vibana Church Downtown with Cyndi Lauper, LL Cool J and Neil Patrick Harris. The parties continue this month with more music and special Labor Day holiday celebrations. Where will you be at night? Become a fan of LA on Facebook and tell us everything!Wednesday, Sept. 1:
Enjoy midweek libations at Hump, Bar Chloe’s new Wednesday party. Sean Patrick spins an eclectic mix of rock, eighties, indie and soul beginning at 9 PM. Inside the intimate lounge, Oriental wall panels, antiqued mirrors and chandeliers recreate the sultry glamour of a pre-war, Parisian salon. Elegant and hip, Chloe gives all the glitz of a trendy Hollywood lounge with a relaxed, neighborhood vibe. www.barchloe.com
Thursday, Sept. 2:
TigerHeat celebrates Get Outta My Way, the second hit single from Kylie Minogue’s Top 20 Dance Album, Aphrodite. Dance to remixes by Paul Harris, 7th Heaven and more. Every Thursday TigerHeat turns Avalon Hollywood into the ultimate dance destination featuring a massive dance floor, early drink specials and all of today’s hottest pop hits and world dance music. The party is always gay friendly, 18+ and doors are open 9:30 PM – 3 AM. www.clubtigerheat.com
Friday, Sept. 3:
Playhouse kicks off Labor Day Weekend with their 2nd Annual White Party at Dirty Sexy House Fridays. This special celebration features sounds by EDX Centerstage with special guests dropping an unstoppable mix of house and international dance music. Recently voted the #4 nightclub in the world, Playhouse is Hollywood’s ultimate venue for those who prefer revelry spiked with risk. www.playhousehollywood.com
Saturday, Sept. 4:
FYF Fest takes over Los Angeles State Historic Park for a full day of music, carnival games, art installations and more this Labor Day Weekend. The Rapture, Panda Bear, Dead Man’s Bones and Local Natives will take the stage to top off the day long lineup of music and comedy entertainment. The festival opens at 11:30 AM and advance tickets are still available. www.fyffest.com
Sunday, Sept. 5:
Dim Mak and Drai’s team up to bring you a Cannonball Sundays. DJ Eleven and special guests play poolside for a special Labor Day Weekend event. Nightlife impresario Victor Drai brought Vegas nightlife to Hollywood with Drai’s at the W Hollywood Hotel & Residences. Drai’s Hollywood, the multilevel rooftop bar at the W Hollywood Hotel, features breathtaking views of the city from floor-to-ceiling windows in the penthouse bar and an expansive open air balcony. Visit www.dimmak.com/sundays for guest list and more information.
Wednesday, Sept. 8:
Enhance your experience at Elevate, a sleek, stylish, unique lounge where indoor and outdoor become one. Elevate is the new way to experience Downtown nightlife with an elegant ambiance, 150 feet of sliding glass doors and stunning city views 21 floors above LA’s Financial District at Takami Restaurant. www.takamisushi.com
Thursday, Sept. 9:
LA is the best city in the world to experience live music. Emerging artists come to LA to break into the spotlight, and Indie Thursdays at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel showcases hot new bands on the verge. Hear new music from singer-songwriters and indie bands and enjoy the menu of small plates and signature cocktails from the Lobby Bar every Thursday at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa. www.renaissancehollywood.com
Friday, Sept. 10:
All good things must be reinvented, and SBE polished their crown jewel, Area and made it shine as the all new Industry night club. SBE completely redesigned the popular La Cienega venue, adding stylish blue-hued décor, the hottest house to Top 40 music and a walk-up burger bar serving late night eats right on the dance floor! To wash down your burger, try one of Industry’s new signature cocktails like the White Blueberry Cosmo, an attractive accent to the blue glow on the dance floor. The only thing that hasn’t changed is the velvet rope, so arrive early and go gorgeous. www.sbeent.com/nightlife
Saturday, Sept. 11:
Summer might be ending soon, but the beach is always a great place to party in LA. Suite 700 is Shangri-La Hotel’s rooftop bar; a Santa Monica Beach hotspot with an ocean view. It’s the perfect seaside spot to see and be seen every weekend. www.shangrila-hotel.com
Sunday, Sept. 12:
Soliel Sunday at the Standard Rooftop Bar is Downtown LA’s hottest pool party. The scenic bar and poolside lounge features special guest DJs every week and a mix of socialites, hipsters and international travelers dancing and relaxing in the sun. The party starts every Sunday at 1 PM. www.standardhotels.com/los-angeles
Wednesday, Sept. 15:
Spend the day shopping by the beach at the Third Street Promenade and all-new luxury shopping destination, Santa Monica Place. Then head to the rooftop at Santa Monica Place to Zengo, the new restaurant and bar just blocks from the beach. Zengo serves up eclectic signature cocktails, mouthwatering margaritas and a fusion menu of Latin-Asian small plates. www.richardsandoval.com/zengosm
Thursday, Sept. 16:
We loved Coco de Ville, the West Side’s intimate lounge with the sensational style of the South of France, but Coco redecorated. Now, we love Boudoir at Coco de Ville even more. Boudoir is the newest spot for Coco’s fabulous French fête. Still adjacent to STK, Boudoir is the new Parisian themed lounge where chic, sophisticated guests sip champagne and mingle as if invited to an exclusive house party overlooking the Seine. www.stkhouse.com
Friday, Sept. 17:
The Conga Room at L.A. LIVE invites you to Downtown Fridays. Every Friday, this Latin nightclub, restaurant and live music venue plays hip-hop, flashbacks, Top 40 and House music. The Conga Room is the preeminent destination for music, dancing and dining Downtown. www.congaroom.com
Saturday, Sept. 18:
Bolthouse Productions hosts Trousdale in West Hollywood, a stylish new lounge on the Sunset Strip with soft sofas, delicious signature cocktails and stylish celebs packed wall to wall. As with any Bolthouse venue, expect the hottest guest DJs, a beautiful crowd and a strict door policy. Start with dinner at Boa across the street then arrive fashionably early, dressed to impress. www.bolthouseproductions.com
Sunday, Sept. 19:
Discover LA’s favorite place to play at Universal CityWalk. Universal CityWalk, adjacent to Universal Studios Hollywood, has casual sports bars, fun bowling and billiards, live music and a comedy club all within walking distance. Parking is hassle-free and there is no charge for admission so wrap up your weekend enjoying dinner, drinks and dancing at Universal CityWalk. www.citywalkhollywood.com
Wednesday, Sept. 22:
Loyal Pennings, and the group that brought you h.wood, steamed up summer with the opening of Las Palmas in Hollywood and the party is just getting started. This new lounge adds a spicy Latin flavor to the Hollywood club scene. The bar serves signature tequila teas and the DJs spin Top 40 and hip-hop for a sexy twenty-something crowd. www.laspalmashollywood.com
Thursday, Sept. 23:
Enjoy an award-winning selection of wine at Pourtal in Santa Monica. Pourtal is a playground for the wine enthusiast with scheduled tastings offered and wines by the glass. They also offer a state of the art self service tasting room for curious sippers and casual sampling. The atmosphere blends the sophistication of a traditional wine bar with the casual vibe of the beach community. No reservations are required so swing by for a sip. www.pourtal.com
Friday, Sept. 24:
The Alliance hosts Fridays at The Colony. The Colony brings Hampton’s inspired luxury and style to LA as a high energy nightclub featuring an open, indoor/outdoor space with a fun beach front boardwalk theme. This SBE hotspot sizzles every Friday night so arrive early to avoid delays at the door. www.facebook.com/theColonyLA
Saturday, Sept. 25:
For casual fun and nightly entertainment try Burbank Bar and Grille. Sundays, BBG offers Karaoke and late night Happy Hour with specials 10 PM to close. Popular with young professionals and singles, Burbank Bar and Grille puts a stylish spin on the traditional neighborhood sports bar. www.bbgrocks.com
Wednesday, Sept. 29:
Every Wednesday, Whiskey Bend offers Happy Hour specials from 3 – 6 PM, $2 beers, free pool and beer pong. This popular San Fernando Valley spot is known for its welcoming staff and patrons, a great dance floor, a state of the art sound system and an excellent variety of beers on tap. Whiskey Bend is all about entertainment with live music, big screen TVs, video games, pool tables and dart boards. www.whiskeybend.com
Rachael Rollins is a nightlife, arts & entertainment writer living in West Hollywood. Rachael has lived in seven major cities worldwide and loves to travel to exotic destinations, but she never stays away long. Los Angeles is Rachael’s favorite city for glamorous nightlife and exciting entertainment. 
