Pacific Park Papers

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


If you’re wondering where Inkie has gone, fear not! The steel and aluminum version of our huggable park mascot is alive and well — just having a little checkup and makeover. We want to make sure our beloved octopus is in tip top condition and remains so for decades to come. Inkie, the giant octopus […]

Welcome to “Coastal Connections,” the unique podcast series recorded high above the shimmering waves on the iconic Pacific Wheel at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier. Join us each month for candid conversations between two individuals who play vital roles in the vibrant tapestry of Santa Monica. In this relaxed and unhosted podcast, we […]

The Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel will be lit red on Friday, March 1 in recognition of March is Red Cross Month 2024. The American Red Cross Los Angeles Region is kicking off its annual Red Cross Month celebration in March to honor local community heroes who help ensure their neighbors never face crises alone. […]

On March 1, 2024, Paul Johnson is commencing a life-changing challenge: running 3,000 miles across the United States from Los Angeles, CA, to New York City, N.Y. Johnson’s run is dedicated to raising $1 million for Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB), a nonprofit organization forging America’s leading health and wellness community for veterans. […]