Welcome to Pershing Square

PERSHING SQUARE - PHASE 1 REVITALIZATION PROJECT - SEPTEMBER 2023 THRU DECEMBER 2024- SOME AREAS WILL BE TEMPORARILY CLOSED DURING CONSTRUCTION

WELCOME TO PERSHING SQUARE OUTDOOR CONCERT AND EVENT CENTER

PERSHING SQUARE IS OPERATED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION AND PARKS AND IS LOCATED IN THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES AT 532 S. OLIVE ST. THE SQUARE is a public place that allows community members and visitors to sit, talk, meet up and relax in the middle of the town. THE SQUARE IS MADE UP OF hard-scapes and grass areas that offer an area for concerts, gatherings, political rallies and public celebrations. Pershing Square is decorated with fountains, monuments, statues, a large seating platform, two childrens' playgrounds, a chess area, a pet area and an open elevated Myan–style amphitheater. The venue is surrounded by hotels, restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and local businesses.

DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS PERSHING SQUARE IS ONLY OPEN FOR PASSIVE RECREATION.

 
 

Pershing Square History

Dedicated for use by Mayor Aguilar in 1866, this park land was named "La Plaza Abaja." During World War I, the Square was often the scene for militia receptions and provided a forum for public speakers. On November 8, 1918, the park was formally named Pershing Square in honor of the World War I general.

The next major change came in the 1950s, when an 1800-car garage was built beneath the park. In 1989, the Pershing Square Property Association and the Community Redevelopment Agency contributed to assist the Department of Recreation and Parks in the renovation of the park. Architect Ricardo Legoretta and landscapist Laurie Olin designed the current park plan, and the park was rededicated on February 3, 1994.

CONTACT

 

Pershing Square Recreational Office


Phone: 213-847-4970
 
 

Programs/Permits and Venue Rental


Permits & Venue Rentals
 
 
 
 

Pershing Square SECURITY OFFICE


Phone: 213-896-0353
 
 

Parking Garage Manager

Jose Flores


Phone: 213-473-5557
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