HOLLYWOOD & HIGHLAND CENTER MARKS ITS 10TH ANNIVERSARY

The development of H&H helped spark the renaissance of the Hollywood area. Over the past 10 years, the Center has played host to numerous events and promotions from American Idol to presidential debates to the annual star-studded Academy Awards at the Kodak Theatre. An official Anniversary celebration will take place on Thursday, November 17th in Central Courtyard. Don’t miss out on all the fun. Stay tuned to hollywoodandhighland.com for more information!

AFI FEST 2011 CELEBRATING THE FESTIVAL'S 25TH EDITION

(Chinese Theatres, November 3-10, 2011) AFI FEST 2011 presented by Audi is celebrating the festival's 25th edition and Guest Artistic Director Pedro Almodóvar! November 3 through 10, in the heart of Hollywood, AFI FEST provides its audience with unparalleled access to films and filmmakers from around the world. Los Angeles’ longest-running film festival will feature over 100 screenings, red-carpet galas, secret screenings, and a showcase of short and breakthrough films.

 

Free tickets to all screenings are available, but you can avoid the box-office rush and long lines by purchasing a CINEPASS.

 

Visit AFI.com/AFIFEST for tickets and screening times!

LOUNGE IN LUXURY WITH THE COSMOPOLITAN OF LAS VEGAS

(Central Courtyard on November 3-10, from 12:00pm. to 10:00pm, Mon-Sat and 10:00am – 7:00pm Sunday)

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, a new luxury resort in the heart of The Las Vegas Strip, is a proud sponsor of the 25th annual AFI Fest. Throughout the duration of the festival, November 3-10, passersby can experience an unexpected taste of The Cosmopolitan. The experience will offer a respite for busy shoppers with a unique array of curated events centered around a screening lounge featuring exclusive AFI Fest trailers, and Cosmopolitan digital content, as well as activities including croquet, billiards, a pop-up filmmaker Q&A session, charging station and more. Follow @Cosmopolitan_LV to get the scoop! Visit the lounge to register for exclusive giveaways including AFI Film Festival premiere passes, a grand prize package of concert tickets and a two-night stay in a terrace suite at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. For more information on The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, please visit www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com.

TWILIGHT STARS HONORED AT GRAUMAN’S CHINESE THEATRE & MORE

(Grauman’s Chinese Theatre Forecourt, November 3, 2011, 10:00am)

The Twilight Saga stars Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner will be honored with a hand & footprint ceremony on November 3rd, at 10:00am in the forecourt of the Chinese Theatre. The ceremony can be viewed live at www.chinesetheatres.com/red-carpet-live.html.

 

Also, check out the iconic film costumes and movie memorabilia now on display in the lobby of the legendary Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. Exhibited costumes, worn by Hollywood’s biggest stars, include Marilyn Monroe’s dress from “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes,” Vivien Leigh’s green velvet drapery gown from “Gone with the Wind,” Rita Hayworth’s black gown from “Gilda,” and more. Free for movie ticket holders! Visit http://www.chinesetheatres.com/events.html for more info.

LIMITED EDITION IRIS PRINT AND SIGNING AT CIRQUE BOUTIQUE

(Cirque Boutique, November 12, 2011, from 4:00pm to 6:00pm)

Los Angeles artist Amanda Visell will be signing limited edition prints for fans and exhibiting her original artwork through the Cirque du Soleil project Safewalls. SAFEWALLS and IRIS by Cirque du Soleil are releasing a limited art print, depicting the fantastic universe of IRIS, the Cirque du Soleil resident show in Los Angeles. The 20” X 30” art prints are hand numbered and will be available at the Boutique, while supplies last.

 

Reminder, receive 20% off Iris show tickets with the purchase of $75 or more at the Cirque Boutique (located on Level 1, across from the Kodak Theatre box office).

NOW OPEN – KOMIDA

(Open Monday-Friday, 11:00am – 9:00pm)

Chef Brock Kleweno brings his unique Japanese tacos to Hollywood & Highland Center. Komida is located on the west end of the Center on Level 2, just off Orange Drive. Taco creations at Komida feature corn tortillas with chicken satay, braised short ribs and miso sake black cod, offered with Chef Kleweno’s specialties like ginger pico de gallo, Wasabi guacamole and his signature pickled Shishito peppers. Get more info on Komida and menu details on Twitter @ChefBrock.

SHOW YOUR IRIS TICKETS AND SAVE AT H&H STORES AND RESTAURANTS

Present your IRIS ticket at the following H&H stores, restaurants and eateries to receive special offers:

 

Hard Rock Cafe: With purchase of two entrées, receive a free dessert.

Sun’s Up: 15% off purchase

Renaissance Hotel: 15% off in lobby bar

Rolling Stone LA: 15% off

Trastevere: 15% off entire bill and receive a coupon for a 2nd visit at 20% off; 3rd visit at 25% off Stone Market: 10% off purchase

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory: 10% off purchase

Spa Luce: 20% off spa treatment

Starline Tours: $5.00 off Starline Tour (excludes free ticket specials, TMZ, or free shuttle. Valid only for customers purchasing directly from Starline Tours sales kiosks.)

Chinese Theatres: $3 off Chinese Theatre tour, and free popcorn with any beverage purchase French Crepe Company: 15% off order

Aveda: Free travel size favorite Hand Relief with a $50 purchase

Level 3 Nightclub: $5.00 off Friday and Saturday admission

Lucky Strike Lanes: Kids Eat Free (certain restrictions apply)

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We know you already like hearing about the cool fashions, events and happenings at Hollywood & Highland Center. Like Us on Facebook and get even more information about promotions, concerts, sneak previews and movie premieres. Stopping by Hollywood & Highland Center? Don’t forget to check in with us on Foursquare and to tweet us (@handhcenter) and let us know where you are and what you’re doing!

GET YOUR H&H DISCOUNT ELEPHANT CARD

The H&H V.I.P. Elephant Card gives you special savings and perks at numerous H&H stores, restaurants, eateries, the Kodak Theatre, Renaissance Hollywood Hotel and Spa Luce, to name a few. Click here for a full list of updated offers.

 

To sign up for an Elephant Card stop by the Visitor Information Center on level 1 or sign up online by clicking here.

H&H GIFT CARD – THE PERFECT GIFT

Good at every store, restaurant, and eatery throughout the center, plus the Kodak Theatre, Chinese 6 Theatres and Spa Luce, the Hollywood & Highland Center Gift Card is the perfect gift for everyone. Gift Cards can be purchased online or at the Visitor Information Center located on level 1 inside the Kodak Theatre archway. Buy one today!