Events
Stay connected with Santa Monica's vibrant community through our comprehensive Event Calendar. From beach festivals and farmers markets to cultural celebrations and neighborhood gatherings, we compile the most complete listing of local events. Our regularly updated calendar features everything from Pier concerts and Third Street Promenade performances to art gallery openings and community meetings. Whether you're planning your weekend or looking for family activities, our Event Calendar helps you discover the best of Santa Monica's daily happenings. Find detailed information about times, locations, and ticket prices for events throughout our beachside city, all in one convenient place.
2019 Sustainable Quality Award (SQA) Winners
Celebrating its 24th year, the Sustainable Quality Awards recognize local businesses that demonstrate excellence in helping Santa Monica continue to...
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Citywide – Irene Dunne Guild from Saint John’s Health Center Foundation Planning May Women’s Wellness Lunch
“Think Pink” for Women’s Wellness, an Irene Dunne Guild annual event, focuses on health education and awareness for women and...
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Citywide – SMC’s “Shape Shifter” Wins Best Student Short Film at Golden State Film Festival
The Santa Monica College (SMC) Film Program production “Shape Shifter” has won the Best Student Short Film at the second...
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40th Annual SMC Student Photography Show April 16-April 27
Santa Monica College (SMC) will present the 40th Annual SMC Student Photography Exhibit April 16-27 in two locations: the SMC...
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Downtown – Santa Monica Public Library Presents Jazz Flute Star Nicole Mitchell With Electronic Musician Alex Lough
On Wednesday April 17, at 7:30 pm, the Soundwaves new music series at the Santa Monica Public Library presents a...
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City’s first Pride month planned for June
Santa Monica will launch its first Pride month this June. Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Place, the Third Street Promenade...
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Cross country runners depart from Santa Monica for a marathon a day
Just a week after the LA Marathon, long distance running will return to Santa Monica. This time, however, the running...
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A Tale of two Franks
Joe Frank was a legendary radio artist; artist, not just dramatist, monologist or entertainer. He invented a genre all his...
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Scotland, AZ, Japan, Sunset Strip
I’m only a Gemini – I’d need multiple personality disorder to get to all these great shows. RECOMMENDED: TONIGHT! --...
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Pacific Palisades – Event aims to raise $250,000 for breast cancer research through 11th Annual Walk with Love
Join Dr. Susan Love Research Foundation for the eleventh annual Walk with Love 5K Walk/Run in Pacific Palisades. The event...
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