Los Angeles, California AA Meetings
Discover the best AA meetings in Los Angeles with up-to-date schedules, meeting types, and online AA meetings Los Angeles options. From beachfront groups to downtown recovery hubs, our listings show you which sessions offer discussion, speaker, or hybrid formats so you can find the right fit for your lifestyle.
The AA International Headquarters resides in Los Angeles. The very first AA meeting in LA was held on December 19, 1939, on Benecia Street in Westwood, making LA one of the first cities to host meetings.
3 Fast Facts About AA in LA
Are there fees to attend an AA meeting in Los Angeles?
If you feel inclined to make a donation, you can certainly do that, but this is strictly voluntary. Money is used to rent meeting spaces, purchase refreshments, etc.- Is AA a religious organization?
While you may see the word “God” in 12-Step literature, AA encourages you to view it as your own representation of a higher power. - What happens at AA meetings in LA?Typically, AA meetings in the area follow a sharing format (the group reads from the steps, then anyone is welcome to share their experience for around five minutes). You can choose from open AA meetings, closed AA meetings, online/zoom AA meetings, and in-person meetings.