1. Oscars
#1 Entertainment & Media Event
The Academy Awards are likely to own the top spot in town in perpetuity. The town buzzes with events from the ceremony’s own glittering production at the Hollywood & Highland Center, to the army of related parties it spawns—including bashes for Vanity Fair and the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Next: February 24, 2013
The Academy Awards are likely to own the top spot in town in perpetuity. The town buzzes with events from the ceremony’s own glittering production at the Hollywood & Highland Center, to the army of related parties it spawns—including bashes for Vanity Fair and the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Next: February 24, 2013
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2. Golden Globes
#2 Entertainment & Media Event
Golden Globes, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s opulent dinner ceremony, takes over the International Ballroom at the Beverly Hilton annually. In recent years, Ricky Gervais has served as the party’s controversial host. Next: January 13, 2013
Golden Globes, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association’s opulent dinner ceremony, takes over the International Ballroom at the Beverly Hilton annually. In recent years, Ricky Gervais has served as the party’s controversial host. Next: January 13, 2013
Photo: Dale Wilcox Photography/DWP
3. Grammy Awards
#3 Entertainment & Media Event
The Recording Academy of Arts & Sciences’ Grammy awards, which it bills as “Music’s Biggest Night,” takes to the Staples Center with Branden Chapman among those overseeing a huge after-party at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Next: February 10, 2013
The Recording Academy of Arts & Sciences’ Grammy awards, which it bills as “Music’s Biggest Night,” takes to the Staples Center with Branden Chapman among those overseeing a huge after-party at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Next: February 10, 2013
Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images
4. Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Primetime Emmy Awards
#4 Entertainment & Media Event
The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Primetime Emmy Awards honor TV’s best. The crowd moves from the show to the academy’s splashy annual Governors Ball for about 3,900 guests; the ball is billed as the largest formal dinner in the U.S. Next: September 23, 2012
The Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Primetime Emmy Awards honor TV’s best. The crowd moves from the show to the academy’s splashy annual Governors Ball for about 3,900 guests; the ball is billed as the largest formal dinner in the U.S. Next: September 23, 2012
Photo: Nadine Froger Photography
5. Screen Actors Guild Awards
#5 Entertainment & Media Event
Screen Actors Guild Awards dole out statuettes during a dinner show at the Shrine Exposition Center early each award season. Jeff Margolis Productions, in association with Screen Actors Guild Awards L.L.C., produces. Next: January 27, 2013
Screen Actors Guild Awards dole out statuettes during a dinner show at the Shrine Exposition Center early each award season. Jeff Margolis Productions, in association with Screen Actors Guild Awards L.L.C., produces. Next: January 27, 2013
Photo: James Sequenzia
6. Film Independent’s Spirit Awards
#6 Entertainment & Media Event
Film Independent’s Spirit Awards take over a tent in Santa Monica with a laid-back vibe, having moved back to the beach after a controversial move to L.A. Live. The Oscar-weekend event includes an array of backstage sponsor activations. Next: February 2013
Film Independent’s Spirit Awards take over a tent in Santa Monica with a laid-back vibe, having moved back to the beach after a controversial move to L.A. Live. The Oscar-weekend event includes an array of backstage sponsor activations. Next: February 2013
Photo: Joe Scarnici/WireImage, Courtesy of Film Independent
7. BET Awards
#7 Entertainment & Media Event (up from #9)
The BET Awards, which celebrate African-Americans in music, sports, and other entertainment realms, will expand significantly. The 2013 event will include an interactive, multiplatform three-day takeover of the L.A. Live complex after a move from the Shrine, and is being billed as the largest consumer event in BET Networks’ history. Next: June 28-30, 2013
The BET Awards, which celebrate African-Americans in music, sports, and other entertainment realms, will expand significantly. The 2013 event will include an interactive, multiplatform three-day takeover of the L.A. Live complex after a move from the Shrine, and is being billed as the largest consumer event in BET Networks’ history. Next: June 28-30, 2013
Photo: Davide De Pas
8. Environmental Media Association Awards
#8 Entertainment & Media Event
Acknowledging depictions of environmental issues in the media, the Environmental Media Association Awards are in their 22nd year. Recent installments of the eco-friendly show have taken over the Warner Brothers lot, where the show remains this year. Next: September 29, 2012
Acknowledging depictions of environmental issues in the media, the Environmental Media Association Awards are in their 22nd year. Recent installments of the eco-friendly show have taken over the Warner Brothers lot, where the show remains this year. Next: September 29, 2012
Photo: Kristian Dowling/AP Images for Environmental Media Association
9. A.F.I. Life Achievement Award
#9 Entertainment & Media Event
The A.F.I. Life Achievement Award went to Shirley MacLaine at a celeb-studded gala and after-party on June 7. It was the milestone 40th installment of the event. Next: June 2013
The A.F.I. Life Achievement Award went to Shirley MacLaine at a celeb-studded gala and after-party on June 7. It was the milestone 40th installment of the event. Next: June 2013
Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty for AFI/Courtesy of the American Film Institute
10. American Music Awards
#10 Entertainment & Media Event
Last year, the American Music Awards took to the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live on November 20, and Taylor Swift was the big winner. In unsubtle sponsor integration, Jennifer Lopez shared the stage with the Fiat 500, inducing cringes from some. Next: November 18, 2012
Last year, the American Music Awards took to the Nokia Theatre at L.A. Live on November 20, and Taylor Swift was the big winner. In unsubtle sponsor integration, Jennifer Lopez shared the stage with the Fiat 500, inducing cringes from some. Next: November 18, 2012
Photo: Kevin Winter/AMA2011/Getty Images for AMA
11. A.F.I. Fest
#11 Entertainment & Media Event
A.F.I. Fest, presented by Audi, kicks off awards season each year, offering films exposure to the entertainment community and providing audiences with a lively atmosphere. Next: November 1-8, 2012
A.F.I. Fest, presented by Audi, kicks off awards season each year, offering films exposure to the entertainment community and providing audiences with a lively atmosphere. Next: November 1-8, 2012
Photo: Doug Gifford/Courtesy of A.F.I.
12. Film Independent’s Los Angeles Film Festival
#12 Entertainment & Media Event (up from #16)
Film Independent’s Los Angeles Film Festival, supported by L.A. Live and The Los Angeles Times, is in its 18th year. This year included a promotional stunt for the 30th anniversary of E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial as well as the Disney-Pixar premiere for Brave that also served as the debut for the newly renamed Dolby Theatre at the Hollywood & Highland Center. Next: June 2013
Film Independent’s Los Angeles Film Festival, supported by L.A. Live and The Los Angeles Times, is in its 18th year. This year included a promotional stunt for the 30th anniversary of E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial as well as the Disney-Pixar premiere for Brave that also served as the debut for the newly renamed Dolby Theatre at the Hollywood & Highland Center. Next: June 2013
Photo: Film Magic/Universal Studios Home Entertainment
13. Elle Women in Hollywood Awards
#13 Entertainment & Media Event
Elle Women in Hollywood Awards at the Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills draws a celeb-packed house, and is a don’t-miss for Hollywood A-listers. Elle took over hosting duties for the event in 2007 after Premiere magazine folded. Next: October 2012
Elle Women in Hollywood Awards at the Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills draws a celeb-packed house, and is a don’t-miss for Hollywood A-listers. Elle took over hosting duties for the event in 2007 after Premiere magazine folded. Next: October 2012
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14. People’s Choice Awards
#14 Entertainment & Media Event
People’s Choice Awards winners, selected by a record-breaking 230 million fan votes online, were announced during a live broadcast at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on CBS. Kaley Cuoco hosted, and Faith Hill and Demi Lovato performed. Next: January 9, 2013
People’s Choice Awards winners, selected by a record-breaking 230 million fan votes online, were announced during a live broadcast at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live on CBS. Kaley Cuoco hosted, and Faith Hill and Demi Lovato performed. Next: January 9, 2013
Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images
15. Bafta/L.A. Britannia Awards
#15 Entertainment & Media Event
Bafta/L.A. Britannia Awards draw big stars as presenters and honorees for its awards. The Beverly Hilton will host the upcoming bash. Next: November 7, 2012
Bafta/L.A. Britannia Awards draw big stars as presenters and honorees for its awards. The Beverly Hilton will host the upcoming bash. Next: November 7, 2012
Photo: Frazer Harrison/BAFTA Los Angeles
16. American Cinematheque Gala Tribute
#16 Entertainment & Media Event
American Cinematheque Gala Tribute presents an award annually to what the group bills as “an artist currently making a significant contribution” to movies; this year the honor will be presented to Ben Stiller at the Beverly Hilton. Next: November 15, 2012
American Cinematheque Gala Tribute presents an award annually to what the group bills as “an artist currently making a significant contribution” to movies; this year the honor will be presented to Ben Stiller at the Beverly Hilton. Next: November 15, 2012
Photo: Eric Charbonneau
17. Glaad Media Awards
#17 Entertainment & Media Event
Now in its 23rd year, the Glaad Media Awards doled out honors to the likes of Chaz Bono and Josh Hutcherson at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites. Next: April 2013
Now in its 23rd year, the Glaad Media Awards doled out honors to the likes of Chaz Bono and Josh Hutcherson at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel and Suites. Next: April 2013
Photo: Kevin Winter/Getty Images
