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 […]
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The Film Independent Spirit Awards will return to Santa Monica on Saturday, February 8, 2020 in a beach side tent just steps away from the sand and right next door to the world famous Santa Monica Pier. This event marks the show’s 35th anniversary celebrating and honoring some of the year’s most acclaimed films and filmmakers within the independent film […]
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Your Ultimate Guide to Shopping on the Santa Monica Pier When it comes to fun and excitement on the shores of the Golden State, no trip is complete without a visit to the Santa Monica Pier. With its Instagram-worthy beaches, tasty boardwalk treats, thrilling Pacific Park rides, and stores for all manner of mementos and memorabilia, the Pier has something […]
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The Santa Monica Pier Carousel: A Historical Landmark For over 100 years, the Santa Monica Pier Carousel has remained a popular entertainment destination for visitors seeking family-friendly amusement. Guests love the rare chance to ride one of the few original merry-go-rounds left from the golden age of seaside entertainment. Many also enjoy photographing the unique Looff Hippodrome building that […]
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Leave the crowded clubs of Hollywood and congested streets of Downtown LA behind and start your New Year off with a relaxing stroll along the sandy beaches of Santa Monica. There you will have a fantastic view of the West Coast’s biggest New Year’s Eve countdown, the lights on the Pacific Wheel. Just before midnight on New Year’s Eve, the […]
Read More With the New Year quickly approaching, we have listed places to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Los Angeles including some of the best-known locations as well as off-the-beaten path suggestions. With a city as large as Los Angeles, there are many places to sing Auld Lang Syne, raise a glass of bubbles, or take in the spectacle of midnight partiers. […]
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Winter break begins when local Los Angeles schools let out for the holidays. The Santa Monica Pier offers great activities for kids, families, and those playing host to guests from out of town. Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier is the best place to visit over the holiday break. Free entertainment, holiday specials, and extended hours make the […]
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Pacific Park To Display an 80-Foot Tall Snowman On Its Ferris Wheel For the Holiday Season Every holiday season, Pacific Park lights the chilly December nights with fun and festive holiday icons and patterns on the world-famous Pacific Wheel Ferris wheel. The wheel’s 174,000 LEDs shine brilliantly over the Pacific’s rolling surf, and this year’s holiday light program will […]
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Safety considerations at Santa Monica State Beach include strong currents, cold water, inclement weather, and remaining aware of your surroundings. The white-sands of Santa Monica stretch over 3 miles from north to south providing some of the best beaches in Los Angeles. The beaches in Santa Monica are wide with over a ¼ mile of sand between the coast and […]
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Retail cart on the Santa Monica Pier offering novelties and souvenirs including license plates, decor, and magnets. Spend the day shopping for unique gifts and souvenirs at the Santa Monica Pier. Along the Pier’s famed boardwalk you will find a row of large retail kiosks offering treats, apparel and merchandise. The Pier Photo Cart specializes in picture frames, wall-hanging art, […]
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