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Endless Summer C.A.M.P. at Tongva Park in Santa Monica
August 23: Celebrate Santa Monica’s 150th with live music, eco art-making, and a bubble party at Tongva Park. FREE
Día de los Muertos at the Santa Monica Pier
November 1–2: Celebrate Día de los Muertos at Santa Monica Pier with altars, live mariachi, Aztec dancers, and a community procession. FREE!
Holiday Cheer on the Pier | Santa Monica Pier
Nov 20 - Dec 18: The historic Merry Go-Round windows are decked out with a one-of-a-kind installation from the Santa Monica Pier Corporation, that sets the stage for incredible holiday events all season long. On select days, enjoy music, performances, a car show, and photos with Santa.
Tree Lighting Ceremony | Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica
December 4: Watch Santa light the city tree, enjoy live performances, free photos, snowfall, crafts, and festive holiday treats on the Promenade. FREE!
12th Annual Arts & Literacy Festival | Virginia Avenue Park, Santa Monica
April 25: Collect stamps for a free book, enjoy storytime, and create puppets in the Pollinator Play Lab. FREE!
World Play Zone | Metro Kiss & Ride, Santa Monica
June 11–27: Join active drills, pick-up games, and hands-on soccer activities at this outdoor community activation during World Cup season. A dedicated youth area offers safe, interactive play for younger fans, while adults can join skill sessions and pick-up games with coaches. Free and premium zones are available.
Juneteenth Celebration | Virginia Avenue Park, Santa Monica
June 20: Enjoy live music, food, and a drum workshop at this Juneteenth celebration in Santa Monica. FREE!
World Cup Fun & Watch Party | Annenberg Community Beach House, Santa Monica
June 25: Watch the World Cup at this free, all-ages community event with soccer skill challenges, arts and crafts, and games. Both the Türkiye vs. USA and Paraguay vs. Australia matches stream starting at 7pm. FREE!
Golden Hour | Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica
June 12, June 27 & July 10: Gather along the Third Street Promenade for Golden Hour, a recurring World Cup season activation featuring local vendors, interactive fan experiences, distributed live music, and enhanced outdoor dining. FREE!
Golden Hour | Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica
June 12, June 27 & July 10: Gather along the Third Street Promenade for Golden Hour, a recurring World Cup season activation featuring local vendors, interactive fan experiences, distributed live music, and enhanced outdoor dining. FREE!
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