Noise Complaints Rise During Hard Summer Festival

The HARD Summer 2024 festival at Hollywood Park has generated significant noise complaints from residents across West Los Angeles, with reports of disturbances reaching as far as Venice and Del Rey. The El Segundo Police Department confirmed the source of the loud sounds, advising residents not to call 911 for noise issues. Inglewood Mayor James Butts acknowledged the complaints, apologized to affected residents, and stated that sound adjustments were being made to mitigate disturbances. Festival organizers also indicated they were monitoring sound levels in real-time to address concerns. Despite the complaints, the festival, which hosts popular acts across various electronic genres, is expected to draw around 70,000 attendees daily. This situation reflects ongoing tensions between large events and community noise tolerance.