Friday, November 1st | 5:00PM - 8:00PM
Saturday, November 2nd | 5:00PM - 10:00PM

Santa Monica Pier pays tribute to the cultural tradition of Día de los Muertos – Day of the Dead– with a two-day public art installation taking place from November 1st through November 2nd, 2024. The fourth annual Santa Monica Pier’s Día de los Muertos Celebration honors people, places, and ideas that are important to Santa Monican’s through free, family-friendly programming!

This year, we will also be bringing back Letters of Life, an art installation where we ask members of the community to share their favorite Pier memories, photographs, and anecdotes of family and friends who have passed. These memories will decorate our space via our digital murals that surround the historic 100-year-old Carousel and will be displayed over the course of our celebration.

See you there 🎃👻

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We follow Morgan as she runs from the Santa Monica, hides herself in an apartment building sparking a battle with the building's residents. Then like a scene from a madcap comedy,, the chase continues, until she finally caught. All this because she stole some items from a dude at the beach.

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

"Today on Venice Beach was the epic Afterburn Party from the famous Burning Man in the desert. Live music techno, crazy lights, just a total party environment. We also see the electric light parade, rollerskate parade, and just total craziness in Venice Beach. Just another beautiful day in paradise."

The October Locals Night on the Santa Monica with classic cars.

Are you ready for a Kooky Spooky Halloween Costume surf?! Join LA Kooky Surfer Girls on Saturday October 26th in Topanga Bay from 9-11am! They'll have a tent on the beach so come post up or join everyone in the water! 🎃👻

- Costume contest with prizes woo! We are recommending a sea creatures theme but please wear whatever you desire!
- Bring your friends! All are welcome!
- Candy and sweet treats!
- Parking: pch or paid parking in the lot. Walk down stairs and head south to the bay!

See you there 🎃👻

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Ready for a trick-or-treating adventure in Downtown Santa Monica?

Santa Moinica is conjuring up the perfect trick-or-treating roadmap, so make sure you're dressed to impress! Participating businesses will be handing out candy from 3-6PM, until candy runs out.

Halloween Party on the Promenade

On the 1200 Block of Third Street Promenade (between Arizona & Wilshire), join everyone for a Monster Mash for all ages! Dogs are more than welcome to join the fun too (and hopefully wearing costumes of their own...)

The party will include :

Pumpkin decorating
Games
Face painting
Photo ops
Free treats, stickers, and tattoos
And more!

Plus DJ Asha will be spinning all your favorite kids' music 🎃👻

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On Thursday , October 17th at approximately 11:30pm, Santa Monica Harbor Officers were flagged down near the 1400 Block of the Beach for a vehicle stuck in the sand. Officers located an unconscious female, believed to be homeless, wedged beneath the vehicle. Despite their efforts to reach the victim and provide aid, the Santa Monica Fire Department (SMFD) determined the victim was deceased at the scene. Using SMFD resources, the vehicle was lifted and the victim was extricated.

The SMPD Major Accident Response Team (MART) remain on scene, actively investigating the incident. The LA County Coroner’s Office has been notified and will be responding. As this investigation is ongoing, the victim has not been identified.

The driver, a 21- year-old male operating a 2015 Infiniti SUV, who remained on scene, was reported to be driving in circles at high speeds on the sand when he ran over the victim. Following a DUI investigation, the suspect was arrested and preliminarily charged with the following:

· 23152(a) VC- Driving under the influence

· 23105 VC - Reckless Driving

· 191.5(a) PC – Gross Vehicular Manslaughter

Anyone with information about this incident or suspect is asked to contact the Watch Commander desk 24 hours a day at (310) 458-8427.

On Wednesday, October 16th at approximately 7:00pm, Santa Monica Police Officers responded to the area of 5th Court and Broadway for an individual in need of medical assistance. Upon arrival, officers located a homeless male with a stab wound. The Santa Monica Fire Department responded and transported the individual to a local area hospital for treatment. He remains in serious, but stable condition.

The suspect in this incident is described as male, Black, approximately 20-25 years old with dreadlocks, with a very distinctive “FTP” tattoo on his face.

SMPD Detectives continue to search for surrounding security camera footage of the incident and are asking for the community to contact the Watch Commander (310-458-8426) should you have any information that may assist in identifying the suspect.

Suspect: Male, Black, 20-25 years old, dreadlocks, “FTP” tattoo on his face; Housing status unknown

Victim: Male, Homeless

This incident marks another unacceptable crime in the City of Santa Monica that involves the intersection of complex societal issues of homelessness, substance abuse, and dangerous weapons.

Come celebrate Homecoming at the Pier on Thursday, October 17, at a very special Locals' Night! This free community event will bring together friends, families, and neighbors for an exciting evening filled with school spirit and fun for everyone.

Kick off the night with a lively pep rally featuring performances from SAMOHI, SMC, and St. Monica's athletic teams, cheer squads, and talented musicians. Groove to live music from DJ Devil-Los, Westside Crew, and The Wayback Machine, and don’t miss the Books & Cookies musical story time in the Merry Go-Round building for the little ones!

Car lovers can enjoy the Car Meet-Up on the Pier Deck, and as a special treat, we’re celebrating the opening night of the annual "Save the Pier" play, directed by Tony-Award winner Paul Sand.

It’s a night to come together, enjoy local talent, and be part of the Pier’s unique community spirit. We can’t wait to see you there!

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