The City of Santa Monica will present "Tongva Twilight: Sounds & Cinema," a free outdoor series of live music and films every Saturday evening from Aug. 8 through Sept. 12 at Tongva Park.
The six-week series, produced by the Recreation & Arts Department in partnership with concert producer Rum & Humble, begins at 7 p.m. on the park's lawn. Organizers encourage guests to pack a picnic and bring a blanket or low-back chair. Admission is free.
The series builds on the inaugural Santa Monica International Jazz Festival at Tongva Park in May and the FIFA World Cup celebrations across the city in June and July.
The lineup opens Aug. 8 with all-star ska jazz ensemble Western Standard Time, followed by New Orleans funk band The Rumble on Aug. 15. Salsa orchestra Son Mayor performs Aug. 22, with a complimentary salsa lesson before the show. The Windbreakers bring yacht rock hits Sept. 5. Additional performances and film screenings will round out the series, with the full schedule to be announced on the City of Santa Monica's website.
"The new series reflects the City's continued commitment to activating Santa Monica's parks with free arts and cultural programming that brings neighbors together while celebrating the City's vibrant creative community," Mayor Caroline Torosis said.
The series' title nods to the city's much-loved Twilight Concerts of the past.
"Once again, we can gather in the cooling breeze under the stars and within earshot of the waves to enjoy specially curated concerts and films," said Martin Fleischmann, producer of Tongva Twilight and founder of Rum & Humble. "So grab your friends, pack a picnic, and join us."
Tongva Park spans 6.2 acres between Ocean Avenue and Main Street, just south of Colorado Avenue. The award-winning park features rolling hills, Mediterranean gardens, more than 100 plant species, a splash pad, playground, amphitheater and ocean overlooks. Located at 1615 Ocean Ave., it is open daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Parking is available at the Santa Monica Civic Center Parking Structure and at metered spots nearby.
For more information, visit santamonica.gov/places/parks/tongva-park.
Edited by SMDP Staff