Pacific Park Papers

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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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]