Pacific Park Papers

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Twilight on the Santa Monica Pier: 35 Years of Posters

We collected all the posters created for the Twilight Concert Series over the past 35 years. Each poster is fun, bright, and eclectic - reflecting the series itself. For the past 35 years, thousands of people have come to the Santa Monica Pier to dance, enjoy good entertainment, and spend quality time with friends. It's [...]

The Ferris Wheel will be lit Red, White, and Blue this Labor Day Weekend

The Pacific Wheel displays lights in red, white, and blue over the Labor Day Weekend. Labor Day is celebrated in the United States on the first Monday every September to recognize the work and contributions of American workers. For many, it is an extra long weekend to enjoy the end of summer. Oregon was the […]

The Santa Monica Pier at 111 Years

The Santa Monica Pier first opened on September 9, 1909. The Pier has served as an access point to the sea, a world-class fishing spot, and an entertainment destination for 111 years. To celebrate the Pier’s birthday this year, you can reflect on the history of the Santa Monica Pier as a great come-back story. […]

Poland Celebrates 40 Years of Solidarity with a Special Lighting of the Pacific Wheel

The Santa Monica Pier Ferris wheel will be lit in red and white and features an 82 foot tall Polish flag. Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Los Angeles is celebrating the 40th anniversary of the founding of Solidarity, which heralded Poland’s independence and its transition toward democracy. Pacific Park is partnering with […]