Dr. Simi in Hollywood: Sunset Spectacular & Melrose Crossing
Article: Dr. Simi in Hollywood: Sunset Spectacular & Melrose Crossing • 2025-09-19 • 3 min read • By Valentina G.

Dr. Simi in Hollywood: Sunset Spectacular & Melrose Crossing

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Quick Answer: Farmacias Similares debuts ‘Similandia’ in Hollywood—grand opening at 6818 Hollywood Blvd, plus Dr. Simi appears on brand-new DOOH at Sunset Spectacular and on Melrose Crossing.

Farmacias Similares has officially arrived in Los Angeles—welcoming Dr. Simi to Hollywood with the grand opening of ‘Similandia’ at 6818 Hollywood Boulevard and fresh DOOH takeovers on the brand-new Sunset Spectacular and on Melrose Crossing.

Why is Dr. Simi’s Hollywood debut a cultural moment?

Dr. Simi greeted fans dressed as beloved Mexican icons—El Chapulín Colorado, El Chavo del 8, a mariachi, and his classic white doctor coat—bridging communities and turning a retail launch into a cross-border celebration.

What’s inside ‘Similandia’ at 6818 Hollywood Blvd?

Due to FDA regulations, the store won’t sell medication in the U.S. Instead, it spotlights health-adjacent products and an extensive line of Dr. Simi merchandise—plushies, keychains, and more—alongside interactive games that keep the experience playful and shareable.

‘Similandia’ opens its doors at 6818 Hollywood Blvd—part retail, part cultural playground.

How do Sunset Spectacular and Melrose Crossing amplify the launch?

Premium DOOH placements on the brand-new Sunset Spectacular and on Melrose Crossing extend the moment beyond the store—capturing high-traffic corridors with dynamic creative. This pairing of retail theater and digital billboards builds sustained awareness, footfall, and social buzz across LA.

OOH impact: from fandom to foot traffic

The combination of cultural iconography and high-visibility OOH/DOOH converts curiosity into visits. By meeting audiences where they move—Sunset and Melrose—the campaign delivers frequency, talkability, and city-scale presence that lasts beyond opening day.

Why does this matter to Porto Alegre?

It’s an unprecedented feat that positions the city on the global skate map. The CAFF becomes a cultural icon—blending sport, architecture, and street energy in a single spectacle.

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How does a live stunt echo OOH impact?

Like high-impact OOH, city-scale stunts create frequency, visibility, and talkability. The Building Drop drives organic reach beyond billboards by merging place, community, and live storytelling.

Written by: Valentina G.  •  Reviewed by: Ed Saenz, CEO — BM Outdoor

FAQs about this campaign

What is ‘Similandia’ in Hollywood?

A themed retail experience by Farmacias Similares at 6818 Hollywood Blvd featuring Dr. Simi, interactive games, and branded merchandise.

Will the store sell medicine in the U.S.?

No. Due to FDA regulations, the Hollywood store will not sell medications; it focuses on health products and Dr. Simi merchandise.

Where can I see Dr. Simi in out-of-home media?

On brand-new DOOH at Sunset Spectacular and on Melrose Crossing in Los Angeles, amplifying reach beyond the storefront.

Why does this launch matter for OOH/DOOH?

It combines cultural iconography with premium digital billboards to drive awareness, social sharing, and real-world visits—hallmarks of modern OOH.

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Summary: Red Bull’s Building Drop at CAFF elevates Porto Alegre onto the global stage—transforming a building into a cultural landmark through skate, spectacle, and OOH impact.Dr. Simi’s Hollywood arrival fuses cultural fandom with premium DOOH placements—creating awareness, foot traffic, and social buzz across LA.
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