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  • 11AM-10PM
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  • 12PM-7PM
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  • 11AM-10PM
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The scheduled operating hours above reflect the times the rides inside Pacific Park are scheduled to operate. Some rides may be closed or on rotation based on conditions and traffic on the pier. Other amusement park facilities, including the food court, may be open later based on demand. Hours are subject to change with little notice.

Hours and information are subject to change with little notice. Please plan ahead before visiting and check back often for updates and information. Find more information about the Pier’s limited operation.

Is the Santa Monica Pier Open?

Yes! The Santa Monica Pier is open daily from 6 AM – 10 PM, every day of the year including holidays. Individual pier businesses, including the rides at Pacific Park like the Ferris wheel, have operating hours that vary from day to day. See above for the operating scheduled for Pacific Park. All other businesses can be found on the Pier directory.

What time does the Santa Monica Pier Close?

The Santa Monica Pier closes at 10 PM daily. Other pier businesses may close earlier or stay open later depending on the season and for special events. Rides, including the Ferris wheel, operate daily, weather permitting. A full schedule of operating hours for the amusement park rides inside Pacific Park can be found above.

What are the hours for the Santa Monica Pier?

Hours for individual businesses on the Santa Monica Pier vary daily. The pier opens to the public at 6 AM and guests are asked to leave before 10 PM. Rides run daily, weather permitting, and generally start around 12 Noon. A full schedule of ride operations is available above. Other businesses may post different hours.

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