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.
Surfer turns tragedy into hope with new book on peer pressure
MAJOR dude: Shaun Tomson built his reputation as a surfer, but it's his role as an inspirational author that drives...
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Hangar full of art: Studio celebrates anniversary with open house
Jose Perez hangs a work by Yossi Govrin at the Santa Monica Art Studios on Wednesday. (Daniel Archuleta daniela@www.smdp.com) SMO—...
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Glitz, glamour and ghosts: The Georgian Hotel turns 80
The Georgian Hotel has been a fixture on Ocean Avenue for 80 years. (Daniel Archuleta daniela@www.smdp.com) OCEAN AVE — Once...
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Brief: Special Olympics fundraiser returns
Pier del Sol, 2011 (File photo) Special Olympics Southern California's annual Pier del Sol fundraiser will return to the Santa...
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Craft beer, art fest heads back to SM
Photo courtesy BAM Fest MID-CITY — Already starting the weekend countdown? The 18th Street Arts Center is bringing its popular...
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Brief: Massive yard sale returns
File photo The fourth annual Citywide Yard Sale will be held Saturday, Sept. 28. Over 100 Santa Monica residents and...
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Dinner with a side of art
Way Paver #71 (Commemoration) PICO BLVD — When Upper West Restaurant first opened, creating a warm and comfortable atmosphere for...
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Get ready to GLOW
French artist Mathieu Briand walks through storage containers Tuesday on Santa Monica Beach that will become his '6:43 p.m.' exhibit...
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Newport Folk Festival heads to Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica Pier (File photo) PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Newport Folk Festival is taking its resurgent brand on the road...
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Brief: Celebrating alternative vehicles
AltCar Expo 2012 (File photo) Take a spin in the latest alternative-fuel vehicles during the eighth annual AltCar Expo. Running...
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