Pacific Park Papers

Stay up to date with all things Pacific Park, the West Side & the Santa Monica Pier.


Good news! There’s a brand new bus service running from Antelope Valley to Santa Monica Pier—and it’s only six dollars. Los Angeles County has started a new “Beach Bus” service just in time for summer. The low-cost service runs four days a week—on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday—from the Antelope Valley to Santa Monica Beach. […]

The West Coaster, Pacific Park’s famous roller coaster, is considered on of the most photographed rollercoasters in the world. Not only is it visually memorable, it’s also a whole lot of fun to ride. Because it’s located right on the Santa Monica Pier, you’ll be treated to gentle ocean sprays as you get your thrills […]

On behalf of the city of Santa Monica, the Pacific Wheel will be lit bright orange tonight (Wednesday, July 10) to acknowledge last night’s announcement of a  Santa Monica Bitcoin Office. In an initiative led by Santa Monica Vice Mayor Lana Negrete, Santa Monica has unanimously voted to pilot a Bitcoin Office program. The pilot […]

Gracie Abrams sophomore album ‘The Secret of Us’ out now. Abram makes Billboard Hot 100 solo debut with “Close To You” this week. Today, GRAMMY®-nominated singer-songwriter, Gracie Abrams releases her highly anticipated sophomore album, The Secret of Us – listen HERE. The Secret of Us brings a bold new spirit to her songwriting and embodies […]