Gather your friends and family and head down to the Pier for amazing entertainment including youth activities, a car show, local DJs and live music from local bands, art exhibits, and so much more! You really won’t want to miss this incredible and unique outdoor setting to unwind, all while celebrating Santa Monica.

April 20th, 3 - 9PM




WestSide Dream Car Club
PIER PARKING DECK | 4:30PM - 9:30PM




Pier Tattoo Contest
PIER PARKING DECK | 7:30PM - 7:45PM




Horny Toad
PIER PARKING DECK | 7:00PM - 9:00PM


Salsa on the Pier
EAST MERRY GO-ROUND DECK | 5:00PM-9:00PM

And much, much, more..... Click Here

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

"Yesterday, you seen Logan Paul at the Wrestlemania at the Sofi Stadium. Today, he is with KSI, one of his rivals, now best friends. He’s promoting his energy drink Prime on Venice Beach, California. It’s a typical Sunday afternoon. Lots of attractions on the boardwalk, break dancers performing. I went to Muscle Beach to show you people working out. Just a great day in Venice Beach. There’s always something going on."

If you would like to support German in Venice with some gas money or you want to buy him a coffee, you are welcome to donate to his paypal account: https://paypal.me/germaninvenice

Catch Surf shredder Anneke Barrie gets dialed in with a new board and gear at the Catch Surf store in Malibu.

From Santa Monica Close Up:

"Sanitation workers donned white hazardous materials suits as part of the safety protocol for the cleanup, while LAHSA provided homeless outreach during the cleanup. To ensure the safety of all involved, Los Angeles Park Rangers were present at the site throughout the operation. The weekly cleanup activity takes place every Friday in Venice to maintain the cleanliness and hygiene of the area."

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.

Support Santa Monica Closeup/Fabian Lewkowicz with Venmo or PayPal to help earn money to make these videos:

https://venmo.com/u/santamonicacloseup

https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fabianlewkowicz

In 2017 photographer Pep Williams had the opportunity to photograph inmates at the Chuckawalla Valley State Prison and Ironwood State Prison in Blythe, California. In his photographs, Mr. Williams portrays these men’s lives with dignity and humanity, even in a harsh setting and in the shadow of difficult pasts, and discovered a functioning social world and individual wisdom from men he met in prison.

Mr. Williams is a fine art photographer, video director, and third-generation DogTown skateboarder from South Central Los Angeles. He has traveled globally, creating materials for his photographic exhibitions, and has photographed spreads for magazines worldwide. The series, “Behind Bars,” is on permanent display at The Autry Museum.



"Behind Bars" is on display from March 27 to May 5, 2023 at the Malibu City Gallery (23825 Stuart Ranch Rd). Free admission and open to the public Monday - Friday, from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

For more info, Click Here

Come join the fun at Ben & Jerry's for a free ice cream cone 4/3 12pm-8pm.

1307 Ocean Front Walk
Los Angeles, CA 90291 For more info and for other Ben & Jerry's locations, Click Here

Roll up your sleeves to help clean up the last coastal wetland in Los Angeles. Did you know that 130 square miles of storm drains flow into Ballona Creek? Gutter trash from as far away as North Hollywood can end up right here! The time and effort you put in to clear out debris means less trash in the wetlands, on our beaches, and in the open ocean.

Saturday, April 8, 2023
9:30 AM 12:00 PM
Meet us in the dirt parking lot behind Gordon's Market / Alka Water:
303 Culver BoulevardPlaya del Rey, CA

For more info and to register, Click Here.

From Chad Caruso:

"Hey everyone, my name is Chad Caruso and I’m a skateboarder from Long Island, New York, and on March 24th, 2023 I will begin skateboarding 3,000+ miles across America to raise money for addiction awareness.

I have been sober for six years now and doing so has completely changed my life for the better. I wouldn’t have been able to attempt this skate across the country without the energy and focus that sobriety has given me. The goal of this fundraiser is to highlight the importance of having something passionate in your life to focus on.

25% of the money raised will be donated to Natural High, a drug prevention nonprofit that inspires and empowers youth to find their natural high and develop the skills and courage to live life well. The rest of the funds will be used to cover food, hotels, and other expenses on throughout this two month long trip.

Thank you for being a part of this! It means more to me than you could ever know.
Chad "

An Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory has been declared for all Los Angeles County beaches. The advisory will be in effect at least until 9:00 am, Saturday, April 1, 2023 (72 hours after significant rainfall). Beach users should avoid water contact for at least 72 hours after significant rainfall. This advisory may be extended depending on further rainfall.

A rain advisory is issued when there is significant rainfall that may cause bacteria levels in ocean waters to increase. Bacteria levels can increase significantly during and after rainstorms, as contaminants within the runoff enters the ocean. Bacteria levels may remain elevated up to 3 days depending upon the intensity of the rain and the volume of runoff. Elevated bacteria levels in ocean water may cause illness, especially in children and the elderly. The Department of Public Health recommends that beach users avoid contact with ocean water for a period of 3 days after significant rainfall, especially near flowing storm drains, creeks and rivers.



An ocean water quality rain advisory is declared when there is significant rainfall that may cause run-off from inland to flow to the ocean. Contamination from run-off can cause increased bacterial levels in ocean water especially near storm drains, creeks, and other waterways. Water contact during a rain advisory may cause illness especially in children, the elderly and susceptible people. Bacteria levels may take 72 hours or more to return to normal after heavy rainfall.

At all times, beach users are cautioned to avoid water contact near flowing creeks and storm drains.

From Santa Monica Close Up:

"Los Angeles County Ocean Lifeguard Specialist Gevorg Akopyan is checking the fluids, tire pressure and removing sand from the engine of his Toyota Tacoma lifeguard truck at Santa Monica Beach."

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.

Support Santa Monica Closeup/Fabian Lewkowicz with Venmo or PayPal to help earn money to make these videos:

https://venmo.com/u/santamonicacloseup

https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/fabianlewkowicz

National Weather Service is monitoring the LA Basin today for the possibility of thunderstorms, including strong storms with brief heavy rain, small hail, gusty winds and lightning. 10-30% chance in the area of concern. The lightning warning is in effect till 6pm tonight.

Surfboard Palooza is BACK- April 1st Mar Vista, 9 am - 3 pm

Over 70 used surfboards etc etc Slo | Studio ceramics open studio sneak peek Location:
Wasatch Ave. x Windward Ave.,
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, 90066

For more info, Click Here

Come join the fun at Ben & Jerry's for a free ice cream cone 4/3 12pm-8pm.

1307 Ocean Front Walk
Los Angeles, CA 90291 For more info and for other Ben & Jerry's locations, Click Here

The City of Los Angeles, Department of Recreation and Parks Venice Beach Recreation Center invites you to our Spring Eggstravaganza event. Join us on Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 10am-1pm at the Venice Beach Recreation Center located at: 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291 for a day of Arts'n'Crafts, egg hunts, games and so much more! This is a FREE family event. Pre-registration is required. Please fill out the form below.

1800 Ocean Front Walk
Venice, CA 90291

For more info and to register, Click Here

Another morning surfing session at the Venice Beach pier.