Huddle Up for Home Games in Torrance
A lineup this sweet is pretty hard to beat. Torrance is just a short drive from all the major league Los Angeles sports teams including the Los Angeles Chargers and Rams in the NFL, Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers in the NBA, Los Angeles Dodgers and the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the MLB, the Anaheim Ducks in the NHL and the Los Angeles Galaxy in the MLS.
In fact, Torrance is so close to the action that Torrance Transit is offering $2 bus rides ($4 roundtrip) to and from SoFi Stadium for most NFL games and events held at this new stadium that hosted the Super Bowl LVII in 2022. You’ll want to take full advantage of that service for huge events like the upcoming 2026 FIFA Tournament and 2028 Summer Olympics which will also be held at SoFi Stadium. Be sure to get your hotel reservations for those well in advance too.
The smart play is to come for the game and then relax in Torrance with a stay at one of our 15 hotels. Here’s our tips on how to get the most out of your gameday getaway.
Football Season at SoFi Stadium Near Torrance
Both the Los Angeles Rams and Chargers regularly play at the new SoFi Stadium in nearby Inglewood, the first indoor/outdoor stadium ever built and it’s just 23 minutes or a $2 bus ride from Torrance. It will also be one of the hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, will be the location for the opening and closing ceremonies for the 2028 Summer Olympics and often puts on several big concerts and events.
The NFL pre-season games start in August and the season goes all the way through the beginning of January. You can check out the schedule for all the home games on our events calendar. If you’re attending Thursday and Sunday games, add a couple days to your trip and enjoy a mini-getaway.
Basketball and Hockey Near Torrance
Basketball and hockey kick off right after football. You can watch the Los Angeles Lakers and the Los Angeles Clippers play at the Crypto.com Arena (formerly the Staples Center) in downtown L.A., just 30 minutes from Torrance. The NBA Season runs from October through June. You can search for upcoming home games and concerts on our events page.
The Clippers are building their own arena, the Intuit Dome, in Inglewood near SoFi Stadium. It’s set to open for the 2024-25 season and promises several innovative perks like an acre-sized scoreboard, almost five times the size of a standard scoreboard.
You can also catch an Anaheim Ducks game at the Honda Center, just 38 minutes from Torrance. Their season runs from October through June. They also hold several events and concerts there.
Baseball and Soccer Near Torrance
The last to start in the year are baseball and soccer. The Anaheim Angels play at Angel Stadium just 40 minutes from Torrance and the Los Angeles Dodgers play at Dodger Stadium that’s only 42 minutes from Torrance. Opening day for both teams is in March and the season concludes in October.
The LA Galaxy play at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson and their season runs from March to June. You can catch boxing matches there too and it’s just 15 minutes from Torrance. It will also be one of the host stadiums for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and will be the location for some of the events during the 2028 Summer Olympics. Check out all the stadium directions and details here.
Top Breweries in Torrance
We’ve got 10 breweries and counting, so there are a lot of great places to watch the game or hang out after a live game. The Brews Hall might be your best bet with its full bar and four food concepts to chow down on. Absolution Brewing is another excellent choice with their farm-to-glass artisan beers and ales made Old World style with New World ingredients.
Another Torrance favorite is Smog City, now celebrating almost 13 years in Torrance. Quirky and quality brews are their specialty and owner Laurie Porter recently sat down with Discover Torrance to tell us all about it. Listen to the episode now on the Discover Torrance podcast.
Fun Things to Do in Torrance
Beyond the game, Torrance Beach is always a good idea. Plant your chair, dig in your toes and soak up that Southern California beach vibe. Madrona Marsh is another beautiful place to immerse yourself in nature. Head there for some forest bathing, (oh yeah, it’s a thing), to wind down after the excitement of game-watching. Del Amo Fashion Center, Torrance’s huge indoor mall and one of the largest malls in America, is a fun place to explore, too.
Not sure where to start? The California Welcome Center Torrance in the Del Amo Fashion Center hosts a friendly staff and informational kiosks to help you plan your trip.
Head to Torrance for the game and stay for some fun and relaxation. Gameday is a perfect excuse for a much needed getaway. Book your trip today!