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.
Live virtual shows from SMC’s Drescher Planetarium explore Mars robots, the Moon and more this winter
Santa Monica College’s John Drescher Planetarium continues its Friday evening events in winter 2025 with free, live virtual shows presented online at smc.edu/planetarium. The winter shows will explore the...
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Dinner and a show just the tip of New Year’s Eve activities
Singing, skating and every activity in between will be available to Santa Monica both before and after the ball drops....
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Around Town: Main St, Montana Ave, holiday street fairs and more
SMDP’s weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes Main St, Montana Ave, holiday street fairs,...
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Around Town: SaMo Ice opening, new Dog Run Party and more
Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes the SaMo Ice opening, a new dog...
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Around Town: Howl-o-ween on Main Street and many more ethereal events
Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes Howl-o-ween on Main Street, lots of other...
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Around Town: Summer music & food
Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes multiple free Summer music events, a sunset...
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Around Town: Pride and Juneteenth Celebrations and more
Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes multiple Pride and Juneteenth celebrations, the annual...
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Around Town: Food events aplenty
Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes National Donut Day offers, Eeeeeatscon Festival, Rose...
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Around Town: Pride Month kickoffs and more
Our weekly guide to food and entertainment goings-on in and around town includes Venice Pride Block Party, Nick Gabaldon Day,...
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SaMo Pride returns with Pride on the Promenade and Sounds of Santa Monica: Pride Edition
The month-long SaMo Pride celebration returns this June with interactive activities and experiences that honor and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community...
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