How to Attend Los Angeles Fashion Week — Beginner's Guide

Attending LAFW is simpler than most people expect: pick a show, buy a ticket, and show up. No invitation or industry connections required. Here's the full first-timer walkthrough for October 16–18, 2026.

Step 1 — Pick Your Show

Five runway shows run across Friday and Saturday at The Lot Studios in West Hollywood:

• Friday, October 16 — 6:00 PM — The Opening Show
• Friday, October 16 — 8:30 PM — Friday Night Show
• Saturday, October 17 — 2:30 PM — Saturday Afternoon Show
• Saturday, October 17 — 5:30 PM — Saturday Evening Show
• Saturday, October 17 — 8:30 PM — The Grand Finale

All times Pacific.

The full designer lineup for each show is on the official LAFW Schedule page.

Step 2 — Choose Your Ticket

General Admission from $72.95, Reserved Seating from $102.95, or Front Row VIP at $202.95 (October 2026 season, fees included). See Ticket Types & Pricing.

Step 3 — Buy on the Official Ticket Page

Purchase at the official ticket page. Your tickets arrive instantly by email as QR codes — here's how delivery works.

Step 4 — Plan Your Arrival

The venue is The Lot Studios, 1041 N Formosa Ave, West Hollywood. Arrive 20–30 minutes before showtime — doors close when the show begins, with no late entry. See What to Expect on Event Day and Transportation & Parking.

Step 5 — Dress the Part

There's no enforced dress code, but most guests dress up — elevated streetwear to editorial looks. See What to Wear — LAFW Dress Code.

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