November 20 – December 18, 2025
Celebrate the season seaside with a full month of holiday fun at the Santa Monica Pier. The historic Merry Go-Round Building transforms for the holidays with festive window displays and weekly family activities, from crafts and musical storytime to puppetry, Santa photos, and a special Locals’ Night finale.
Letters to Santa & Paint:Lab Crafting
December 4, 11 & 18 | 3:30–7 PM | Merry Go-Round Building
Drop into the Merry Go-Round Building to write letters to Santa (mailed to the North Pole) and make seasonal crafts with Paint:Lab.
Books & Cookies Musical Storytime
December 4, 11 & 18 | 3:30 PM & 4:30 PM | Patio 66 @ Pacific Park
Enjoy two musical storytime sessions with Books & Cookies, featuring songs, movement, and plenty of holiday cheer.
Bob Baker Marionette Theater
December 4, 11 & 18 | 5 PM & 6 PM | Patio 66 @ Pacific Park
Catch whimsical holiday performances by the Bob Baker Marionette Theater—perfect for kids and nostalgic fun for grown-ups.
Sandy Cane Lane, Photos with Santa & Live Music
December 18 | 4–9 PM | Merry Go-Round Building & Pier Parking Deck
The month wraps with a special Locals’ Night featuring live music, Santa photos, a sand sculpture, and the popular car-decorating contest, where festive rides compete for a cash prize.
