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SPECIAL HOURS:

  • Thursday, May 2, Pacific Park will be CLOSED to the public at 4 PM.
  • Thursday, May 9, Pacific Park will be CLOSED to the public at 3:30 PM.
  • Wednesday, May 15, Pacific Park will be CLOSED to the public at 4 PM.
  • Thursday, May 19, Pacific Park will be CLOSED to the public at 6 PM.
  • Thursday, May 23, Pacific Park will be CLOSED to the public at 6 PM.
  • Friday, July 12, Pacific Park will be CLOSED to the public ALL DAY.

🕐 For a full schedule of hours, please check our operating calendar before planning your visit.

The Los Angeles Marathon comes to the Santa Monica Pier

La Marathon Medal
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This Sunday, March 24th, the LA Marathon returns to Santa Monica for the 34th time. Every year, runners begin their 26.2 mile run at the Dodgers Stadium and continue through Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Century City before ending at the Santa Monica Pier. The LA Marathon brings thousands of runners and spectators to the beach every March. If you are […]

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LA Galaxy in Santa Monica to Light Up the Ferris Wheel at Pacific Park Ahead Home Opener

LA Galaxy in Santa Monica
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The LA Galaxy will be at the Santa Monica Pier at 4:30 PM on Thursday, February 28th to celebrate their season kickoff. LA Galaxy midfielder Jonathan dos Santos, LA Galaxy mascot Cozmo and the LA Galaxy Star Squad will be on hand with cool swag and fun activities for all of the LA Galaxy Fans visiting Pacific Park.   View […]

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Unique Event Venues in Santa Monica, California

Pacific Park Event Space on the Santa Monica Pier
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Santa Monica boasts many unique venues ideal for your next event, meeting, or banquet. Event space overlooking the sunny beaches, world-famous pier, and world-class hotels make Santa Monica a top destination for beach vibe meetings, corporate gatherings, special events and incentive programs. The destination combines the charm, relaxing atmosphere, and attractions of a Southern California seaside community with the sophistication […]

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2019 Arnold Strongman Classic Qualifier

Arnold Strongman Classic Qualifier Santa Monica Pier
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Arnold Schwarzenegger came to the Santa Monica Pier with some of the world’s strongest men for the qualifier for the 2019 Arnold Strongman Classic. This was the first time the qualifier has taken place on the Santa Monica Pier and was considered a huge success, raising over $75,000 for California firefighter funds. The Arnold Strongman Classic is an annual competition […]

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Valentine’s Day in Santa Monica: Ride a Ferris Wheel, Share a Treat, and be Serenaded by the Beach

Valentine's Day at Santa Monica Pier
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The Ferris wheel on the Santa Monica Pier is often picked as a top spot for first dates and receives accolades as being one of the most romantic places in Los Angeles. The Pacific Wheel is a can’t-miss spot in USA Today’s “The Romantic Places for Couples in Los Angeles” and Westways magazine cites the Ferris wheel as one of [...] Read More

Holidays at the Santa Monica Pier

Snowman on Ferris wheel
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Every holiday season, visitors and locals alike visit the Santa Monica Pier. With warm days extending throughout the month of December in LA, the Pier is a great place to take in the beach without getting in the chilly Pacific waters. The Pier attractions celebrate the holiday season in many ways. Here’s a few highlights to consider when planning your [...] Read More

Santa Monica Pier New Year’s Eve

Celebrating New Year's Eve at Pacific Park
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For the last several years, Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier has programmed its state-of-the-art lighting package on the Ferris wheel with a brilliant 60-second count down to the New Year. The entire Ferris wheel becomes one giant clock with numerals counting down 130 feet above the Pacific. The lights of the Ferris wheel can be seen nearly a […]

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Party on the Pier: Santa Monica’s Favorite Business Party Venue

Santa Monica's favorite Business Party Venue
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Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier is a premier business party venue, with everything you need for your next event. With capacity for up to 2,500 attendees, the Park has become a top venue for company parties throughout the year. Everyone wants a unique company event, but few think to book an outdoor party venue when it comes time […]

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The Pacific Park World Taco-Eating Championship

World Taco Eating Championship on the Santa Monica Pier
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How many tacos could you eat in one sitting? Let’s be realistic about it. 5? 10? …126? Competitive eater Joey Chestnut broke the world record for most eaten tacos back in 2017 when he ate 126 tacos in 8 minutes. That’s over 15 tacos a minute!   The reigning champ is putting his skills (and stomach) to the test on […]

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Twilight Concert Series Information

Twilight Concert Series on the Santa Monice Pier
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The Twilight Concert Series is an annual showcase of live musical performances held over several evenings on the Santa Monica Pier. The Series began in 1984 and has been known as the Twilight Dance Series, Twilight Concert Series, and is now known simply as Twilight on the Pier. The concert and has featured a diverse lineup of award-winning and up-and-coming […]

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