Fun on the Pier. The Santa Monica Pier offers a wide variety of activities for the whole family. Enjoy the rides like the West Coaster and the Pacific Wheel, carnival games, and food at Pacific Park.

The hidden gem of the Pier, Heal the Bay’s public marine-education center is hands-on fun tucked just underneath the historic Carousel building. Hours of Operation : Wednesday-Sunday 12PM-4PM Phone : 310.393.6149

What can I do at the Santa Monica Pier? With a carousel, an arcade, an amusement park, a trapeze school, restaurants and a summer outdoor concert series, the Santa Monica Pier offers a wide range of activities for the whole family.

The Pier is centrally located in Santa Monica and easily accessible on foot from all hotels in Downtown Santa Monica, as well as Santa Monica Place and the Third Street Promenade. Simply look towards the sea and walk until you get to Ocean Avenue. You will be able to see the Ferris wheel and Pier.

During World War II there was a serious housing shortage in Santa Monica, a sunny, laid-back beach city in southern California. In 1944,my family moved there from a small town in Rhode Island after my artist father, Eric Jones, was hired to paint and beautify the historic carousel which dwelled in a shabby, run-down building known as the Old ...

Let’s wrap up the holiday season in true Santa Monica style with a night packed full of festive fun, music, and community vibes! 🎶 Rockin’ the Night Away Outside on the Pier Deck. Live Music: Feel the groove with Squad Harmonix and The Jane Fonda's bringing their holiday hits. DJ Proper: Our Santa Monica fave will keep the holiday vibes ...

A PIERfect Benefit Escape to Our 1st Annual Santa Monica Pier Fundraiser . Celebrate the Pier’s golden hour at an unforgettable gathering of cocktails, appetizers, and heartfelt moments as we honor everything the Santa Monica Pier represents on Saturday, September 6, 2025.

Dive into summer fun at Pier 360, a one-of-a-kind beach festival celebrating Santa Monica's iconic pier with thrilling beach and ocean sports, live music, family-friendly activities, and local food vendors. Join us for an unforgettable weekend by the sea!

"Muelle" means Pier in Spanish, perfectly capturing the vibrant spirit of the Santa Monica Pier as it transforms to celebrate Dia de los Muertos. This isn’t just a seasonal tee – it’s available all year round, because at the Pier, we remember and cherish our loved ones every single day.

Experience the vibrant energy of Santa Monica Ballet Folklorico as they perform traditional cultural dances at Locals' Night on the Pier. Don’t miss this local studio's captivating showcase that brings rich heritage and lively rhythms to the heart of the community.