From Santa Monica Close Up:

"In a vibrant spectacle, the Abbot Kinney Festival 2023 descended upon Venice Beach, delivering a day of art, music, food, and community engagement. This event, which took place on Sunday, September24, 2023, marked an unforgettable addition to the local calendar.

Abbot Kinney Boulevard underwent a stunning transformation, becoming a thriving hub of creativity and excitement for festival-goers. The festival invited people from all walks of life to join in this unique celebration of culture."

Santa Monica Close Up is a photo blog by Santa Monica based Photojournalist/Press photographer Fabian Lewkowicz. Fabian is the former staff photographer for the Santa Monica Daily Observer Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Corsair.

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The monthly Westside Volkswagen Club VW Coffee Meet just north of the Santa Monica Pier along Pacific Coast Highway.

From LONG LIFE, video #1 from the 2023 MSA Classic:

Event Hosted by: Malibu Surf Asssociation Est. 1961, Besy Longboarder of California and World , perfect Epic waves and weather, the Vibe was the best.

Guga "Classic" Moreira competed for the first time at Malibu

Filmed by: Guga Moreira and Emiliano Mendez
Edited by: Guga Moreira"

For Part 2, Click Here

From LONG LIFE, video #2 from the 2023 MSA Classic:

Event Hosted by: Malibu Surf Asssociation Est. 1961, Besy Longboarder of California and World , perfect Epic waves and weather, the Vibe was the best.

Guga "Classic" Moreira competed for the first time at Malibu

Filmed by: Guga Moreira and Emiliano Mendez
Edited by: Guga Moreira"

For Part 1, Click Here

From LONG LIFE, video #1 from the 2023 MSA Classic:

Event Hosted by: Malibu Surf Asssociation Est. 1961, Besy Longboarder of California and World , perfect Epic waves and weather, the Vibe was the best.

Guga "Classic" Moreira competed for the first time at Malibu

Filmed by: Guga Moreira and Emiliano Mendez
Edited by: Guga Moreira"

3rd Annual Santa Monica Classic Car Show on the Santa Monica Pier

Pico Youth & Family Center (PYFC) proudly presents the 3rd Annual Santa Monica Classic Car Show on the Santa Monica Pier on Saturday, September 9th.

Lowride for a Cause. All proceeds will benefit youth services and after-school programming for underserved youth in Santa Monica and Los Angeles County.

More than 3,000 people attended this family-friendly event. The event is free for all spectators and guests on foot. This year, over 200 classic cars of various makes and models, some dating back to the 1930s will be on display.

From Santa Monica Close Up:

"Despite the drizzling rain on Saturday, September 2, 2023, the Venice Beach Boardwalk was alive with the rumble of engines and the gleam of classic chrome as car enthusiasts from across the region gathered for the 2nd annual Venice Classic Car Show. Over 200 classic cars, kustoms, lowriders, street rods, rat rods, pre-80's trucks, pre-80's muscle cars, and Harley Davidsons graced the event, turning the iconic Venice Beach setting into a paradise for automotive aficionados."

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2nd annual classic car show on the Santa Monica Pier hosted by the Santa Monica Police Officer Association (SMPOA).

Scenes from the free Venice locals punk rock show featuring No Reaction, Sick Sense, and more....including some skating on the sidewalk mini-ramp.

Video highlights from the Skateboard Contests at the Venice Beach Games.

Mike, aka German in Venice, vlogs about daily life in Venice Beach, and the nearby communities.

"Lots of classic cars, low riders vans trucks, and all timers. The most beautiful cars in the world and all this underneath the sunshine, palm trees and an ocean breeze every car lovers dream."

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From Santa Monica Close Up:

"Enthusiasts of classic automobiles were treated to a spectacular showcase at The Classic Car Show held on Saturday, August 12, 2023. The event, which drew crowds from far and wide, kicked off with a heartwarming blessing by Mike Bravo and Calpulli, setting the tone for a day filled with automotive nostalgia and community spirit.

Hosted by the Venice Brand Agency, the highlight of the event was the captivating Bathing Beauty Pageant, where timeless elegance met the charm of vintage cars. Attendees were captivated by the fusion of glamour and automotive history as they admired the stunning contestants and their accompanying classic vehicles.

For those with a penchant for two-wheeled marvels, the Westside Motorcycle Collection contributed to the event's allure with an impressive display of 20 exquisite bikes. Motorcycle aficionados were treated to a diverse range of designs and styles, celebrating the artistry of these mechanical masterpieces.

Adding an extra layer of excitement, Carrotos Customs brought an element of surprise to the event. One fortunate attendee walked away with a fully customized and hand-painted trike, the grand prize of a thrilling raffle. The meticulously crafted creation left no doubt that the event was a celebration of both history and innovation in the world of automobiles.

The Classic Car Show at Venice Beach stood as a testament to the enduring allure of vintage automobiles and the vibrant community that gathers to appreciate their beauty. With a day full of remarkable displays and engaging activities, attendees were reminded that the past can seamlessly merge with the present in the world of classic cars."

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Here's skate contest photos from the Venice Beach Games.

This set of photos was shot by Six12 Media. These are just a few of the 250+ photos from this event. The link to the complete gallery is down below.

















You can find 200+ more photos from this session, all full size and in high-resolution, in this photo gallery:

Venice Beach Games Skate Contest Photo Gallery

Here's surfing photos from the GRLSWIRL / Textured Waves Surf Skate Fest Group Paddle Out.

This set of surf photos was shot by Six12 Media and brought to you by Bodyglove. And use prmom code SWIM15 to save 15% Off swimwear at Bodyglove.com.



These are just a few of the 350+ photos from this event. If you were out there, you probably got some surfing shots, probably multiple photos, they will be in the complete photo gallery for this day, check them out, the link to the complete gallery is down below.

















You can find 300+ more photos from this session, all full size and in high-resolution, in this photo gallery:

Surf Skate Fest Group Paddle Out Photo Gallery


If you were out there, we probably got some cool surfing shots of you, go check them out!