Most amusement parks list out the minimum height requirements for all of their rides online so that you can figure out which ones your growing kids will be able to enjoy – we do. Each of our ride descriptions includes the specific height minimums for each ride in the amusement park, but we also know that it can be tough […]
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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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There’s never a shortage of things to do in Santa Monica. Sometimes there are so many events coming up in our city that it can be difficult to keep track of all the things you don’t want to miss. Whether you’re looking for weekly farmer’s markets, art exhibits or major concerts, we have you covered. In addition to events on […]
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There is an unlikely connection between Ferris wheels and the annual Valentine’s Dayholiday that most people don’t know about. Cupid’s holiday happens to also fall on the birthday of the man who invented the Ferris Wheel, George Washington Gale Ferris Jr. He was born on February 14th, 1859, and debuted the first ever Ferris Wheel in 1893 at the Chicago […]
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Santa Monica is set up perfectly for people who want to come in and see what the city has to offer within a day or two. In the great sprawl of Los Angeles, Santa Monica is tucked up against the shore, with everything you need to enjoy a short vacation within walking distance or a short ride away. In the […]
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There is no shortage of sites to see or things to do in beautiful downtown Santa Monica. You can find plenty of restaurants with scenic views, rooftop bars where you can see skyline, but one place stands above the rest. The best scenic view in Santa Monica is undoubtedly from the top of the iconic Ferris wheel on the Pier. […]
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Sometimes it’s nice not having a car. Sometimes what you really want is to be in a place where you don’t need a car. Santa Monica can be such a place, especially if you’re a visitor just trying to make a day of it. This beachside city offers a world of opportunities, attractions, and landmarks all concentrated in a central […]
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Taking a toddler to a amusement park can make for a fun and exciting day for the whole family, yes, including the parents. With a little bit of extra preparation and planning, you can avoid any potential meltdowns or tantrums along the way. We talked to several top mommy bloggers and have come up with the following tips for Theme Amusement […]
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The Santa Monica Pier is often associated with beautiful beaches, Instagram-worthy sunsets and the sign marking the end of Route 66. Hearing the name “Santa Monica Pier” may conjure up the image of fishing poles stationed off the back and sides of the Pier and the smell of funnel cakes wafting from the specialty food stands. But does Popeye the […]
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Whether a company has five or five hundred employees, each can benefit from team-building and morale-boosting activities outside of the office. Planning these events can be challenging, but there is no need to panic – finding a unique venue is easy. Three of the best, most versatile event venues in Los Angeles have been hiding in plain sight for years, […]
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