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.
Santa Monica filmmaker over the moon about Apollo 11 monument
A monument honoring Apollo 11’s 50th anniversary will be unveiled at the Kennedy Space Center today. The idea for the...
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Fairview Library – Georgette Baker’s Silly Songs and Goofy Stories
The Summer Reading program is in full swing at the Fairview Branch Library, 2101 Ocean Park Blvd, with a line-up...
Read moreFairview Library – Franklin Haynes Marionettes “The Princess and the Pirate” Show
The Summer Reading program is in full swing at the Fairview Branch Library, 2101 Ocean Park Blvd, with a line-up...
Read moreFairview Library – Mad Science: What Do You Know About H2O?
The Summer Reading program is in full swing at the Fairview Branch Library, 2101 Ocean Park Blvd, with a line-up...
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July 4 Parade hits Main Street
Santa Monica’s annual July 4 parade will march down Main Street starting at 9:30 a.m. Several roads along the route...
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Lady Liberty sets the tone for this year’s July 4 parade
Santa Monica will celebrate the nation’s independence this Thursday with a 4th of July parade featuring floats, bands and community...
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Citywide – SMC Film Program Wins Two Awards at 4th Annual Silicon Beach Film Festival
Two Santa Monica College (SMC) student films have won awards at the 4th Annual Silicon Beach Film Festival. “Once Upon...
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Fireworks funder leverages real estate to build community
Santa Monica College hosts its Celebrate America fireworks show today, June 29, a patriotic event with filled with food, music...
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Burger chain to hold Promenade grand opening
A new fast-casual burger chain on the north end of the Promenade is hoping to fill its restaurant space to...
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Pier concerts return starting August 21
The lineup for the 35th pier concert series has been announced. Event organizers renamed the Twilight Concert Series as “Twilight...
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