The Victorian in Santa Monica will close down after a 20-year run.

They shared the closure news on Instagram on October 5, 2026 Housed in a historic Victorian-style building dating back to 1892 at 2640 Main St, The Victorian served as a restaurant offering a Mediterranean-influenced classic American brunch and dinner menu, alongside private weddings and events and functioned as a multi-level club with DJs across three floors and the subterranean Basement Tavern bar.

The last event will be their annual Halloween party on October 31, 2026

No specific reason for the closure was included in the public announcement, but city records show that there is unpaid rent of $278,094.


The city-owned property will have the lease tranfered to a new company, The Santamonican Club, LLC. who will pay the back rent and turn the property into a members only club. The site's 25 public parking spaces and the lawn beside the California Heritage Museum would stay open to the public, and the new operator must keep supporting the Sunday Main Street Farmers Market, which sets up on the property's parking lot.

Ryo Uchimiya, a 51-year-old veteran sushi chef at Nobu Malibu, tragically died on October 3, 2026, when a 16-year-old driver in a speeding Range Rover SUV crashed into his parked car along the Pacific Coast Highway.

Uchimiya had arrived at work early and was resting inside his parked car on the shoulder on the 22600 block Pacific Coast Highway before a shift. A 16-year-old boy driving a gray Range Rover was speeding and swerved across the white fog line at high speed, slamming into the back of Uchimiya's vehicle and pushing it into another parked car.

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's office reported that Uchimiya died from multiple blunt-force injuries

Authorities noted that the juvenile driver survived the crash and showed no signs of driving under the influence. No immediate arrests or charges were filed as the investigation continued.

Department of Motor Vehicles records showed that the Range Rover involved in the collision is leased to Hollywood film composer Harry Gregson-Williams, though the exact connection between the composer and the teenage driver remained under investigation. According to his profile on IMDB, Gregson-Williams is one of Hollywood's most sought-after and prolific composers whose long list of film and television credits include the “Shrek” franchise, “The Chronicles of Narnia,” “X-Men Origins: Wolverine,” “The Martian,” “Man on Fire,” “Chicken Run” and “Gladiator II.”

Uchimiya was a beloved, humble, and highly talented sushi chef who worked at Nobu Malibu for 25 years. He leaves behind a wife and two children.

Boarding For Breast Cancer is thrilled to announce the 17th Annual Skate The Coast October 23 + 24, 2026 in Santa Monica, CA.

Skate the Coast takes participants down a 19-mile route along the beautiful California coastline starting at the Santa Monica Pier and ending in Redondo Beach. This event is similar to Skate the Lake with a registration pre-party in Redondo Beach with live music, raffles, auctions, and sponsored beverages. Riders meet the next morning for the main event, while those looking for a smaller commitment can drop in at Dockweiler State Beach to join for the last leg of the route. Awards, food, prizes, and more will greet participants at our finish line at Dive N Surf!

B4BC welcomes anyone on wheels of all ages and abilities to join this push for prevention as we raise funds for B4BC's education, prevention and survivorship programs. Please help us reach our $75K goal by registering today! Registration includes an event tee shirt, goodie bag and prizes for top fundraisers!



THE DETAILS

OCTOBER 23 | REGISTRATION PARTY

FIRESTONE BREWERY VENICE | 3PM-8PM

Lets kick-off Skate The Coast with a registration party on October 23! Swing by to sign your waivers, get your event tee + goodie bag and stay for live music, cold drinks, raffles and auctions!

OCTOBER 24 | SKATE THE COAST

9AM-4PM

Skate-bike-roll 15 miles from the Santa Monica Pier to Dive N Surf in Redondo Beach with B4BC and friends! This is a collective push for prevention with three hydration stops along the way.

The morning will start at Dive N Surf in Redondo Beach where we'll load the shuttles to the Santa Monica Pier. From there we'll cruise down the coast to Arbor Venice, Marina Del Rey, Dockweiler State Beach, Hermosa Beach and finishing off at Dive N Surf for awards and celebrations. Our finish line party includes live music, food, adult beverages, raffle prizes and silent auction.



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Taste top local dishes at Santa Monica Pier, plus craft drinks, yacht rock, oyster competitions & VIP experiences benefiting Heal the Bay.

OFF THE HOOK Seafood Festival RETURNS to the iconic Santa Monica Pier on Sunday, Oct. 11, to celebrate National Seafood Month, the 100-year Anniversary of Route 66, AND to raise funds for Heal the Bay!



Santa Monica's premier food festival showcases the city's best restaurants and chefs with their favorite underwater ingredients.

Attendees will enjoy:

Seafood tastings from 25+ restaurants
Craft beer (N/A option)
Boutique wine tastings (N/A option)
Spirits tastings
Live Yacht Rock Band ('70s & '80s soft rock)
Oyster shucking & slurping competitions, sponsored by Westside Oyster Club
Underwater-inspired photo ops
Artisan vendors
Sustainable Seafood VIP Lounge, sponsored by Santa Monica Seafood
And more underwater-inspired fun!

As always, OFF THE HOOK is committed to sustainability. The event is 100% free of single-use plastics and highlights innovation and education around ocean conservation because celebrating the sea means protecting it too.

A portion of sales will benefit Heal the Bay to help protect our coastline, restore our waterways, and keep our Santa Monica Bay clean! This year’s event will also support the Santa Monica Pier Corporation, to help fund their efforts to provide free community programming.

Live entertainment will be provided by The Windbreakers, bringing their '70s & '80s Yacht Rock Party to the Pier.

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Sunday, Oct 11, 2026
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Historic Belmar Park
1840 4th Street
Santa Monica, California 90401

Historic Belmar Park in Santa Monica is more than just a green space; it's a poignant memorial to a vibrant African American community that thrived in the Belmar neighborhood from the late 19th century until the 1950s. The park serves as a reminder of the importance of community, offering a space for healing and education.

This public cultural activation will focus on the history of Belmar and Black Santa Monica, celebrating the contributions of Black residents and acknowledging the historic loss of land and homes in the area.

The day will include:

Conversations with award-winning journalist, radio host, and podcaster Sam Sanders DJ Sets by KCRW's Tyler "Boogie" Boudreaux

Live music from 2026 NPR Tiny Desk Winner Cure For Paranoia, and a performance by Songs with Strings and special guests

Interactive art-making celebrating Belmar History A "Give Someone Their Flowers" Bloom Bar Activation

Art and photo installation by interdisciplinary artist April Banks, Santa Monica Conservancy, and Quinn Research Center

Food vendors, along with a Wine Garden curated by Offhand Wine Bar

This community benefit was made possible by Ocean Way Festival, in partnership with the city of Santa Monica.

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SANTA MONICA BLOCK FEST is back for a special Halloween edition on third street promenade. three blocks of third street promenade turned into one open-air festival of music, food, and culture. multiple stages, night market, and vendor village.

Live djs. diverse music lineup. pop-up bars. VIP lounges. full custom production. open container throughout the EZSM zone.

Free. all ages. open to the public.

📍 third street promenade, santa monica

🗓 saturday, october 10, 2026 · 5 PM – 12 AM (Aft

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10 blocks. Art, music, shopping, family fun & more. Join us on Montana Avenue as we celebrate 100 years of Route 66!

The Montana Avenue Art Walk returns to Santa Monica on Saturday, October 3, 2026, for a special celebration of 100 Years of Route 66.

As one of Santa Monica’s official Route 66 Centennial celebrations, this year’s Art Walk will transform 10 blocks of Montana Avenue, from 7th Street to 17th Street, into a vibrant, walkable celebration of art, music, culture, community, and the iconic Mother Road.

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Pier Play returns to the Santa Monica Pier for an expanded 2-Day Immersive Experience.

An expanded, 2-day multi-genre dance music experience

Oceanside stage with sunset views

Limited capacity for a more intentional environment

Interactive and immersive playground

21+

October 3rd from 2:30pm to 10:30pm

October 4th from 2:30pm to 10:30pm

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The Bay Foundation’s Blue Waters: Santa Monica Bay Boating Festival takes place on Saturday, 10/3/2026, at Marina del Rey’s Burton Chace Park! You’re invited to this day anchored in celebrating Santa Monica Bay and stewardship. At the festival, explore:

FREE clean boating resources and giveaways

An expert panel on innovative, eco-friendly boating solutions

Local community organizations making a difference in safeguarding the ocean

Ways you can help keep Santa Monica Bay healthy for current and future generations

Burton Chace ParkMarina del Rey, CA
Saturday, October 3
10 AM - 1 PM

Whether you’re a boating enthusiast, passionate about protecting the coastline, or just curious to learn more about local waters, this free in-person event offers something for everyone. Bring your friends and celebrate the ocean, connect with communities, and discover ways to help steward Santa Monica Bay while recreating on the waters we all enjoy! Thank you to the California State Coastal Conservancy for supporting this event.

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