Get ready for a spectacular 4th of July in Santa Monica with our roundup of the best events, including parades, fireworks, ...

July 3, 2025 -- As Independence Day weekend approaches, two stretches of Santa Monica State Beach are under Public Health advisories due to high levels of bacteria.

Santa Monica Place, the upscale outdoor shopping center at the heart of the incident, was evacuated and searched by law enforcement, as police urged the public to avoid the area. Authorities confirmed ...

L.A. County officials have issued an advisory warning people not to swim, surf, or play in the water 100 yards on either side ...

Enjoying three days in Los Angeles with kids on a budget—following an itinerary focusing on low-cost and free things to do—is ...

It's hard to believe now, but the pier almost disappeared entirely in the 1970s. Back then, the Santa Monica City Council was ...

The event — which kicked off on the first day of Pride Month this year — is among the oldest cycling fundraisers for HIV and ...

Happy 115th birthday to the iconic Santa Monica Pier! Marking the occasion this Friday, the Santa Monica Travel & Tourism board celebrates the historic locale serving “Pier bites” and drinks ...

While Santa Monica might be best known for its iconic pier, bustling promenade and golden sunsets, there’s more to this coastal city than meets the eye. From hidden parks to hole-in-the-wall eateries, ...

Athletic activities include Pride Point Volleyball's open-format beach volleyball from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., welcoming participants of all skill levels on the beach north of Santa Monica Pier.

The Pier 360 Beach Festival returns to the city’s famous pier June 28-29 with a mix of beach sports, live music and a historic look at the city’s coastal history. (Photo courtesy Santa Monica ...

Sports competitions, live music set for the Santa Monica pier June 28-29. The Pier 360 Beach Festival returns to the city’s famous pier June 28-29 with a mix of beach sports, live music and a ...