Getting Around During Awards Season in LA: A VIP Transportation Guide
Awards season in Los Angeles is more than red carpets and acceptance speeches. It’s a months-long series of ceremonies, press junkets, fittings, screenings, and private dinners—all layered with road closures, media crowds, and unforgiving call times.
Whether you're talent, press, a publicist, or just in town to celebrate, knowing how to get around during awards season can make or break your experience. Here's what to expect and how to move through it all like a pro.
The Events That Matter (and Where They Are)
Most major awards shows are centered around a few iconic venues:
The Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood
The Golden Globes at the Beverly Hilton
The Emmys at LA Live or the Microsoft Theater
SAG, DGA, and WGA Awards often in West LA or Downtown
After-parties in the Hollywood Hills, West Hollywood, or private estates
Each venue has unique logistics. The Dolby, for instance, involves major street closures and pedestrian zones, meaning vehicles need drop-off passes and exit strategies. Hotels like The Beverly Hilton are swarming with press and talent, often making it difficult to locate rideshare drivers.
Tip: Always check your event invitation or publicist brief for arrival guidelines. Our experienced drivers are familiar with standard protocols and can coordinate with assistants for precise timing.
How to Handle a Multi-Stop Itinerary
You might start your day with glam in Beverly Hills, head to a studio for interviews, swing by a pre-show brunch, and then hit the red carpet—all before the first award is handed out.
Hourly black car service is designed exactly for this. Rather than booking piecemeal trips, you’ll have a dedicated vehicle and chauffeur on standby all day (and night), helping you move smoothly between stops without dealing with delays, app-based confusion, or late arrivals.
Customized Service: For publicists or agencies coordinating transportation for multiple clients, we offer dedicated account reps to manage complex schedules and changes in real time.
Don’t Underestimate After-Parties
Post-show events are where the real magic often happens—and getting to and from them is not as easy as you’d think. Many after-parties are hosted at private homes in the Hollywood Hills or exclusive venues with no guest parking. Having a driver who knows these locations, how to handle VIP arrivals, and when to reroute due to congestion is essential.
Late-night service is available well past midnight, and we offer wait-and-return flexibility so you’re never stuck searching for a car in heels or after a long night.
Professionalism and Discretion Matter
Awards season brings visibility and visibility brings pressure. Our drivers are trained not only in customer service but also in handling high-profile clients with care and confidentiality. Whether you're a nominee or a behind-the-scenes creative, you deserve a seamless experience without fanfare.
Let your night be about the event and not the logistics. We’ve served some of the biggest names in entertainment—and we’d be honored to serve yours, too. Book a Black Car Service for the Oscars and more.
