Hollywood is known for its movie studios and stars. Major events include the Academy Awards held late February/early March honoring the previous year's films. The annual Hollywood Christmas Parade goes down Hollywood Boulevard in November. Famous places include the Grauman's Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, and Hollywood Bowl. Hotels like the Hollywood Roosevelt and Hollywood Hotel are centrally located near attractions.

1. No place like Hollywood

5. events The Academy Awards are held in late February/early March (since 2004) of each year, honoring the preceding year in film. Prior to 2004, they were held in late March/early April. Since 2002, the Oscars have been held at their new home at the Kodak Theater at Hollywood Boulevard and Highland Avenue. CINECON Classic Film Festival & Exposition (Annual timing is five days—connected to Labor Day weekend) Classic film memorabilia, expert presentations, author signings, and movie screenings with celebrity guests. The annual Hollywood Christmas Parade : The 2006 parade on Nov. 26 was the 75th edition of the Christmas Parade. The parade goes down Hollywood Boulevard and is broadcast in the LA area on KTLA , and around the United States on Tribune-owned stations and the WGN superstation