The free community event is part of the city’s Black History Month celebration. The 2026 theme, “Boots on the Ground,” honors community and culture. The city of Santa Monica, in partnership with the Black Santa […]

Nine-day event across city venues will celebrate centennials of Miles Davis and John Coltrane, culminating with concert at Tongva Park. Santa Monica will host its first international jazz festival this spring, a nine-day event scheduled […]

Interactive app-based art trail begins March 1 ahead of March 28 exhibition opening. A major retrospective celebrating the work of British illustrator Ralph Steadman will open March 28 at the Torrance Art Museum, accompanied by […]

The complaint alleges the company has repeatedly failed to put effective moderation and age verification systems in place, despite public assurances. Los Angeles County filed a lawsuit Tuesday against the online gaming platform Roblox, accusing […]

The centerpiece of the season, “Celebrating Gustavo at the Bowl,” features four performances Aug. 20–23, including Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, a genre-spanning concert curated by Dudamel and a collaboration with the Foo Fighters. The Los Angeles […]

Bob Reynolds, Carl Allen and Theo Saunders headline three-concert lineup. Santa Monica College will open its Spring 2026 Friday Night Jazz Series on March 6, featuring three concerts by nationally and internationally recognized jazz musicians. […]

The Sessions Bring Free Master Classes from Industry Pros to the Public. Santa Monica College’s Dance Department will present its Spring 2026 Masters of Dance series with three free workshops led by professional dancers and […]

Visitors can tour the home’s three original rooms and learn about life in Santa Monica in the early 1900s. The historic Shotgun House in Santa Monica will open its doors for free public tours over […]

The festival is the latest activation under the city’s Entertainment Zone Santa Monica initiative, which allows outdoor alcohol consumption within designated boundaries. The Third Street Promenade will be transformed into a multi-block nightlife and music […]

Participants will take part in a guided ride, showcasing new street design features and safety treatments City staff and Santa Monica Spoke will host a free community bike ride Sunday, Feb. 15, highlighting recent First/Last […]