Experience the meticulous work of our maintenance team in our latest Pacific Palette video. Join us as we brave a rainstorm to replace a massive chain on our West Coaster & witness the removal of our beloved Inkie the Octopus structure for a much-needed refurbishment. Through rain or shine, our commitment to preserving the magic of Pacific Park shines […]
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If you’re wondering where Inkie has gone, fear not! The steel and aluminum version of our huggable park mascot is alive and well — just having a little checkup and makeover. We want to make sure our beloved octopus is in tip top condition and remains so for decades to come. Inkie, the giant octopus sculpture that normally graces the […]
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Welcome to “Coastal Connections,” the unique podcast series recorded high above the shimmering waves on the iconic Pacific Wheel at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier. Join us each month for candid conversations between two individuals who play vital roles in the vibrant tapestry of Santa Monica. In this relaxed and unhosted podcast, we explore the rich stories and […]
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The Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel will be lit red on Friday, March 1 in recognition of March is Red Cross Month 2024. The American Red Cross Los Angeles Region is kicking off its annual Red Cross Month celebration in March to honor local community heroes who help ensure their neighbors never face crises alone. Join the Red Cross at […]
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On March 1, 2024, Paul Johnson is commencing a life-changing challenge: running 3,000 miles across the United States from Los Angeles, CA, to New York City, N.Y. Johnson’s run is dedicated to raising $1 million for Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), a nonprofit organization forging America’s leading health and wellness community for veterans. Johnson aims to complete his […]
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Viajar a SoCal es un sueño para muchos. Cada año, millones de visitantes se dirigen al oeste para llevar a su familia a la última aventura del sur de California, compartiendo emocionantes días en Disneyland, pasando interminables días llenos de sol en la playa y visitando el lugar más instagrammeable de Los Ángeles: el muelle de Santa Mónica. Sin embargo, […]
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Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier celebrates Women’s History Month with a special lighting of the Pacific Wheel on March 8, International Women’s Day. International Women’s Day is a day of activism and celebration for everyone committed to women’s equality. To mark the occasion, Pacific Park’s famous, solar-powered Ferris wheel will be lit up using the colors purple, green […]
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Coinciding with Frieze LA 2024, the inaugural Los Angeles Wine & Food Festival (LAWFF) is taking place March 1–3 in Santa Monica, near the base of the iconic Santa Monica Pier. This brand-new addition to Los Angeles’ culinary landscape is presented by IMG (the company behind Taste of London and Frieze) and will see dozens of outstanding chefs come together to celebrate […]
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PacPark Playlist #2 envelops the West Coast sounds in this months curated music journey. Featuring hits from Ice Cube, Kendrick Lamar & Tupac, each verse paints a vivid picture of Los Angeles & the places surrounding it. Hit play & listen as we pay an homage to one of the greatest culture hubs of all-time!
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The 39th Film Independent Spirit Awards are returning to Santa Monica — and they’ll take place right next door to the world-famous Santa Monica Pier on Sunday February 25. The Independent Spirit Awards, which have been running since 1984, celebrate some of the year’s most acclaimed films and filmmakers. For the third consecutive year, the awards will also recognize outstanding […]
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