Pacific Park Papers

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The Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel will be lit red, white, and blue on Wednesday, June 14 in recognition of Flag Day 2023. Flag Day is a United States federal holiday that commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States on June 14, 1777, by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. The Flag […]

The free ocean sports and lifestyle festival returns to Santa Monica Pier and beach to kick off the summer season with live music, sports, and family-friendly activities. Pier 360 will feature family entertainment and activities for all visitors highlighted with live paddleboard races, ocean swims, beach volleyball, head-to-head life guard competitions, sand castle building contest, […]

In honor of Nick Gabaldon, join us on June 3rd at the Inkwell Tower to celebrate the trailblazing surf pioneer.   WHAT: Nick Gabaldon Day 2023 WHEN: June 3rd, 2023 9 AM – 4:30 PM WHERE: The Historical Inkwell Tower, Tower 20 of Santa Monica Beach   Santa Monica, California, is known for its stunning […]

Santa Monica Pier, Downtown Santa Monica, Inc., and Santa Monica Place, in collaboration with the City of Santa Monica and Santa Monica Travel and Tourism, present SaMo Pride: a month focused on events and activities for all ages that celebrate our city’s inclusive and diverse spirit. Each year, the City of Santa Monica joins other […]