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.
Private events banned at some beach lots
BEACH LOTS — Debate surrounding the use of beach lots for private events is heating up and city officials have...
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Movie night to support women’s issues
DOWNTOWN Local Soroptimists are hoping Santa Monican's in the mood for a movie on Saturday night will look beyond the...
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14th Annual Summer SOULstice returns June 22
This Sunday, June 22, the Main Street Business Improvement Association will host their 14th Annual Summer SOULstice Festival on Main...
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‘Gorgeous’ Gussy gets her court
REED PARK —City officials will pay tribute to world-famous tennis pioneer Gertrude "Gussy" Moran this Sunday by naming the Stadium...
Read moreBrief: Heart & Stroke Walk headed to Santa Monica
The American Heart Association's Heart & Stroke Walk is headed to the Santa Monica Pier on Saturday, Nov. 2. The...
Read moreBrief: Samohi Theatre to host first Alumni Night
The Samohi Theatre program is welcoming back all alumni for a Nov. 9, 7 p.m. celebration of the organization's rich...
Read moreBrief: Chamber to recognize heroes
The Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce will host its 19th annual New Heroes Celebration at the Le Merigot hotel, 1704...
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Brief: Comedy festival takes over pier
Tenacious D A side-splitting storm of comedic force is on track to hit the Santa Monica Pier this weekend, as...
Read moreBriefs: The Beatles take Samohi stage
The Santa Monica High School Orchestra will perform its third annual "The Beatles at Barnum" concert 7:30 p.m. Friday in...
Read moreBrief: Clawing its way to the big screen
The Paw Project, a Santa Monica nonprofit that advocates for the nationwide ban of a veterinary practice called "declawing," will...
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