Upcoming LA Convention Center Events and Where to Stay Nearby

The Los Angeles Athletic Club (LAAC) is a boutique hotel at 431 West 7th Street in Downtown Los Angeles, about 0.9 miles from the Los Angeles Convention Center. That’s a 15-minute walk or one Metro stop. It’s a convenient independent base for the upcoming convention center and Downtown LA events listed below by month.

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Last updated: November 4, 2026

Upcoming events at a glance

Event	Dates	Location
Tonight’s Conversation: LIVE & UNCUT	Sat., Dec. 5, 2026	LA Convention Center
Spirit Royale Cheer: Marquee Championship	Sat.–Sun., Dec. 12–13, 2026	LA Convention Center
Copa Toque Futsal Festival	Fri.–Sun., Dec. 18–20, 2026	LA Convention Center: South Hall GHJ
Collect-A-Con Los Angeles	Sat.–Sun., Dec. 19–20, 2026	LA Convention Center: West Hall A
LA Art Show	Wed.–Sun., Jan. 6–10, 2027	LA Convention Center: West Hall, Petree Hall
MLA Annual Convention	Thu.–Sun., Jan. 7–10, 2027	LA Convention Center: Concourse Hall and meeting rooms
SoCal Cup: The Open Championship	Sat.–Mon., Jan. 16–18, 2027	LA Convention Center: West Hall A, South Hall GHJK
The Fit Expo Los Angeles	Sat.–Sun., Jan. 23–24, 2027	LA Convention Center: South Hall GHJ
MakeUp + LUXE PACK in Los Angeles	Tue.–Wed., Feb. 23–24, 2027	LA Convention Center: South Hall GH
Victory Gymnastics: Victory Classic	Fri.–Sun., Feb. 26–28, 2027	LA Convention Center: South Hall JK
El Sembrador: Metanoia de Mujeres	Sat.–Sun., Feb. 27–28, 2027	LA Convention Center
California Bridal & Wedding Expo	Sun., Feb. 28, 2027	LA Convention Center: South Hall G

December 2026

Tonight’s Conversation: LIVE & UNCUT: December 5, 2026
Bold conversations, comedy, culture, and excitement of the clips live on stage.

Spirit Royale Cheer: Marquee Championship: December 12–13, 2026
This two-day cheer championship takes place at the convention center with spectator tickets available. Book a One-Bedroom Suite or Double Rooms at LAAC for the family.

Copa Toque Futsal Festival: December 18–20, 2026
This public futsal festival welcomes players of all levels in South Hall GHJ. It runs from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.

Collect-A-Con Los Angeles: December 19–20, 2026
This all-ages trading card and pop culture convention features more than 500 dealers in West Hall A. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.

 

January 2027

LA Art Show: January 6–10, 2027
Los Angeles’ longest-established art fair returns for its 32nd edition, with more than 90 galleries from the U.S. and abroad. Opening night runs from 6 to 10 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6, followed by noon to 7 p.m. daily through Sunday. The new Art Under 10 fair, featuring recent works priced under $10,000, runs January 8–10 in Petree Hall and is included with LA Art Show admission.

MLA Annual Convention: January 7–10, 2027
The Modern Language Association’s annual convention brings teachers and scholars of languages and literatures to Los Angeles. The 2027 presidential theme is Emancipatory Narratives. Attendees can use LAAC’s quiet co-working spaces to prepare between sessions.

SoCal Cup Open Championship: January 16–18, 2027
This three-day boys volleyball tournament takes over the convention center during Martin Luther King Jr. weekend. The tournament schedule is released January 13 at 6 p.m. PST. Spectator tickets go on sale January 11. Families can choose from Deluxe Double Queen rooms and One-Bedroom suites at LAAC.

The Fit Expo Los Angeles: January 23–24, 2027
The Fit Expo runs from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday in South Hall GHJ. Between show hours, LAAC guests can keep up their routine with the club’s fitness center, indoor pool and group fitness classes.

February 2027

MakeUp + LUXE PACK in Los Angeles: February 23–24, 2027
This pair of B2B shows brings together the beauty and packaging industries in South Hall GH. MakeUp in Los Angeles features exhibitors from more than 30 countries, while LUXE PACK Los Angeles focuses on primary and secondary packaging. Business travelers staying at the hotel can use LAAC’s co-working spaces between meetings.

Victory Gymnastics: Victory Classic: February 26–28, 2027
This three-day gymnastics event takes place in South Hall JK. Families can choose from Deluxe Double Queen rooms and one-bedroom suites at LAAC.

El Sembrador: Metanoia de Mujeres: February 27–28, 2027
A weekend spiritual retreat and conference for women. Activities include praise, music, dancing, preaching and more.

California Bridal & Wedding Expo: February 28, 2027
Couples can meet wedding professionals, from gown and venue specialists to photographers and honeymoon planners, in South Hall G. The expo runs from noon to 5 p.m . on Sunday, with free passes available online or $10 admission at the door.

Why stay at LAAC

• Private club access: 6 floors of fitness, indoor pool, basketball court, squash courts, group fitness classes including Pilates (subject to availability), spa facilities, co-working spaces, and private bars and restaurants. Spa services are additional.
• Easy transit: The hotel is steps from 7th Street/Metro Center. The A and E lines reach Pico Station, next to the convention center, in one stop.
• Historic character: Stay in a Beaux-Arts landmark in the center of Downtown LA, with its restaurants, bars and cultural venues close by.
• Onsite parking: Book the LAAC Parking Package for garage parking included.