The Film Independent Spirit Awards return to Santa Monica this winter on Saturday, February 8th at beach Lot 1 N just north of the Santa Monica Pier.

Santa Monica residents have an exciting opportunity to win a pair of tickets to the Film Independent Spirit Awards, an offer that is made possible by Santa Monica Travel & Tourism (SMTT) and ISA. To enter the contest, simply post a photo on social media now through January 27, 2020 from your favorite Santa Monica Pier business (Pacific Park maybe? wink wink) and use the hashtags #SMPierWinter and #SpiritAwards to show how you still spend these chilly months beach-side in Santa Monica. The winner will be notified on January 31st! For complete terms and conditions, visit santamonica.com/contest.

Attendees of the award show will enjoy celebrity sightings and an evening full of entertainment and laughter. If you don’t win the contest, you can watch the live broadcast of the 2020 Film Independent Spirit Awards in the comfort of your home on IFC, Saturday February 8 at 2:00pm PT/ 5:00pm ET.

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