Ugo Banchi at The Spotlight in Hollywood

Friday, October 23 brings a proper late night to Hollywood: Ugo Banchi takes over The Spotlight for a progressive house set that runs well past midnight. If you are mapping out LA events this weekend and want something built for the dance floor rather than the barstool, this one belongs on the shortlist.

When: Friday, October 23, 2026. Doors at 10 PM, music until about 2 AM. Where: The Spotlight, 1601 N Cahuenga Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028 Age: 21 and over Tickets: Through the Speakeasy event page linked below

What to expect

Progressive house is the long-form end of the genre. Tracks build slowly, layers arrive one at a time, and a good set feels less like a playlist and more like a single climb. That suits a headliner night at a Hollywood room, where the crowd tends to arrive in waves and the energy peaks late.

The listing describes the night simply as an evening with Ugo Banchi, with no support acts named at the time of writing. That usually means a longer headline slot, which is the better format for this style of music. Check the ticket page closer to the date in case openers get added.

For anyone searching for EDM in Los Angeles that does not require a festival ticket or a long drive to a warehouse, a single-room club night like this is the easy option. You get a real sound system, a defined start time and a short walk to the bar when you need a break.

Getting there

The Spotlight sits on Cahuenga Boulevard in the heart of Hollywood, a few blocks from the Hollywood and Highland area. Street parking in the neighborhood fills up fast on a Friday night, so budget extra time or use a nearby paid lot. Rideshare drop-off is the least stressful route if you plan to have a drink, and the Metro B Line stops at Hollywood and Highland, a reasonable walk away.

Doors are at 10 PM, but a headliner at a club like this rarely goes on at the opening minute. Arriving between 10:30 and 11:30 usually gets you through the line and a spot on the floor before the set builds. Bring a valid government ID, since the show is strictly 21 and over.

Price and tickets

The listing did not publish a price, so check the Speakeasy page for current ticket pricing and availability before you go. Prices for club nights often rise as the date approaches, so buying early is usually cheaper than paying at the door.

More from the neighborhood

Making a full night of it? Browse more things happening in Hollywood or see the rest of our EDM events for the month.