All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
New Year’s Eve at Ice at Santa Monica
DECEMBER 31: Experience ice skating under the stars, delicious food and drinks and the excitement of a countdown to midnight (East Coast time).
Santa Monica Pier 115th Birthday Celebration
SEPTEMBER 6: Enjoy outdoor movie on the pier deck, featuring the Barbie Movie. Listen to live music, enjoy birthday cake and frozen custard from Pier Burger, and kids' activities including games and face painting. Explore local food vendors, visit the Beer Garden (21+), and check out exclusive Pier merchandise.
Arts & Literacy Festival in Santa Monica
April 26: Celebrate dinosaurs with storytime, a costume parade, free book giveaways, live performances, and hands-on early learning activities at this free festival for young children and families.
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!
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