Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. will bring an Irish-themed street celebration to the Third Street Promenade on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. as part of the
The Irish Film Festival Los Angeles, presented by CIACLA, returns in March for a three-day celebration of contemporary Irish cinema at Laemmle Monica Film Center, 1332 2nd St., Santa Monica.
Santa Monica Playhouse presents a special weekend of Eddie Frierson's internationally acclaimed MATTY: An Evening With Christy Mathewson, for all ages, on Saturday, March 28, at 7 p.
Downtown Santa Monica Inc. presents Block Fest Vol. III on February 14, transforming the Third Street Promenade into a free nightlife festival with live DJs, custom stages, and pop-up bars featuring Mardi Gras and Valentine's themes across all three blocks.
Santa Monica Place welcomes families to celebrate Lunar New Year with a free event on Saturday, February 21 from 2-5 p.m. The celebration features traditional lion dances, martial arts performances, calligraphy, crafts, and special red envelope promotions to usher in the Year of the Horse.
Santa Monica officials are considering expanding the downtown Entertainment Zone, where patrons can carry alcoholic drinks while walking outdoors. The zone could grow from its current three-block area to encompass much of downtown after showing no increase in crime.
Several Santa Monica businesses earned recognition for their environmental leadership at the Green Business Certification Awards held January 16th at the Santa Monica Family YMCA, celebrating their commitment to sustainable practices and rigorous environmental standards.
The Santa Monica Public Library selected 'What You Are Looking For Is in the Library' for its 2026 Santa Monica Reads program. The 23rd annual community-wide reading initiative will run Feb. 2 through March 14, featuring author Michiko Aoyama for discussion and signing events.
Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. has appointed Debbie Lee as its new CEO effective January 26, with a starting base salary of $318,000. Lee returns to the organization where she previously served in senior leadership for nearly eight years.
Santa Monica has completed its latest downtown improvements, including 300 California native plants at the 4th/5th Street off-ramp, clearing the 20th Street off-ramp, and sidewalk repairs near Broadway and 6th Street, part of a $60M renewal plan.
Barnes & Noble Santa Monica will host two free book talks this weekend focused on wellness and goal-setting. Debra Eckerling presents "52 Secrets for Goal-Setting" on Saturday, Jan. 24, while Dr. Portia Preston discusses "Hustle, Flow, or Let It Go?" on Sunday, Jan. 25.
Bruce Lurie Gallery in Santa Monica presents 'Typeland,' a solo exhibition by Lorenzo Marini featuring 15 paintings and immersive installations that transform typography into art. Opening January 17 at 608 Santa Monica Blvd.
