Last updated: 2025-04-22
Studio City’s indoor entertainment scene offers a diverse range of experiences for locals and visitors seeking shelter from Southern California’s unpredictable weather. From cultural museums to unique performance spaces, these venues provide engaging activities just minutes from the Ventura Boulevard corridor.
Whether catching an independent film, exploring automotive history, or enjoying live comedy, Studio City’s surrounding neighborhoods host world-class indoor attractions that showcase Los Angeles’ rich entertainment landscape and creative spirit.
Discover Studio City’s coolest indoor entertainment destinations!
Featured Indoor Activities in Studio City
- Academy Museum of Motion Pictures (Los Angeles)
- The Groundlings Theatre & School (Los Angeles)
- Petersen Automotive Museum (Los Angeles)
- Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts (Beverly Hills)
- Color Me Mine
- The Paley Center for Media (Beverly Hills)
- The Garland Hotel Screening Room (North Hollywood)
- Laemmle NoHo 7 (North Hollywood)
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures (Los Angeles)
What to Expect
First comprehensive museum celebrating global film history and motion picture arts
Description
Comprehensive museum dedicated to film history and cinematic arts, showcasing extensive movie memorabilia, interactive exhibits, and immersive displays. Visitors explore Hollywood's rich cultural legacy through exhibits spanning film production, iconic costumes, historic artifacts, and cutting-edge cinema technology.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
Color Me Mine
What to Expect
Custom ceramic painting and creative art workshop
Description
Interactive pottery painting studio offering hands-on ceramic art experiences for all ages. Visitors select unfinished pottery pieces, paint them with vibrant colors, and have their creations professionally glazed and fired. A creative workshop environment where guests transform blank ceramics into personalized art pieces.
Where: Studio City | More Info: Color Me Mine
Laemmle NoHo 7 (North Hollywood)
What to Expect
Independent cinema with curated film selections and filmmaker interactions
Description
Laemmle NoHo 7 is an independent movie theater showcasing art house, independent, and international films. The cinema offers multiple daily screenings of curated films, occasional filmmaker Q&A sessions, and a platform for diverse cinematic experiences beyond mainstream Hollywood productions.
Where: North Hollywood | More Info: Laemmle NoHo 7
Petersen Automotive Museum (Los Angeles)
What to Expect
Extensive collection of 250+ rare automotive specimens
Description
Showcase of automotive history featuring over 250 rare vehicles spanning different eras and styles. Interactive museum displays iconic cars from classic vintage models to movie-featured vehicles, including unique collections like Ken Block's automotive legacy and themed exhibits exploring automotive culture and design.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: Petersen Automotive Museum
The Garland Hotel Screening Room (North Hollywood)
What to Expect
In-hotel screening venue with Hollywood proximity
Description
The Garland Hotel's screening room offers an intimate indoor entertainment venue located within the hotel complex. While specific screening details are limited, the space appears to be part of the hotel's diverse amenities for guests and potentially local visitors.
Where: North Hollywood | More Info: The Garland Hotel Screening Room
The Groundlings Theatre & School (Los Angeles)
What to Expect
Hollywood's premier comedy training and performance institution
Description
Los Angeles-based comedy theater and training school offering world-class improvisation and sketch comedy performances. Features professional comedy shows, comprehensive improv classes for all skill levels, and a renowned comedy training program that has launched numerous comedy careers.
Where: Los Angeles | More Info: The Groundlings Theatre & School
The Paley Center for Media (Beverly Hills)
What to Expect
Extensive television and radio program archive covering multiple decades
Description
A comprehensive media museum housing over 160,000 television and radio programs spanning a century of broadcasting history. Visitors explore interactive exhibits featuring iconic TV memorabilia, vintage advertisements, and multimedia archives that showcase the evolution of media and pop culture.
Where: Beverly Hills | More Info: The Paley Center for Media
Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts (Beverly Hills)
What to Expect
Multidisciplinary performing arts venue with comprehensive cultural programming
Description
Premier performing arts center in Beverly Hills featuring a diverse lineup of theater, music, dance, and family performances. Showcases world-class artists across multiple genres, including innovative musical productions, dance performances, and special events that highlight both established and emerging talents.
Where: Beverly Hills | More Info: Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
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