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Celebrate the Fall Season in Santa Monica! The warm days of Summer continue well into the Fall months allowing for exciting Halloween Festivities, Thanksgiving Feasts, Autumn Shopping Sales and more.

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Fall Specials in Santa Monica

Experiencing the Fall Season in Southern California is like no other place. There is no need for those heavy jackets and mittens, just grab a scarf and a pair of flip flops when heading out to explore the many Thanksgiving & Fall Events, Fall Hotel Packages and Special Offers for Autumn being offered around Santa Monica.


Fall Events


Free Arts and Culture at the Santa Monica Museum of Art (SMMOA)
Santa Monica's contemporary art museum invites you to visit its new Fall exhibitions for free Sept. 11-Dec. 19, 2009!

ICE at Santa Monica
ICE at Santa Monica returns October 27, 2009 and runs through January 31, 2010. Enjoy 8000-square-feet of real ice and this year, brings the addition of a 400-square-foot for children aged six and under. The rink is open daily from 10am-10pm weekdays and 10am-midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, including Halloween, Christmas Day and New Years Day.

Cause for Creativity: Furoshiki Food Drive & Workshop
Join SMMoA for a food drive and art workshop to benefit the individuals at the Ocean Park Community Center (OPCC). Make an original furoshiki with creative techniques demonstrated by artist Jay Lizo. Learn versatile tying and wrapping methods. All of the beautiful furoshiki Thanksgiving packages to be donated to OPCC. November 16-21 from 11-6pm and November 22 from 2-5 pm at the Santa Monica Museum of Art.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica - Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive
Mission Real Estate Group and the Boy’s and Girl’s Clubs of Santa Monica would like to cordially invite you to participate in our Annual Thanksgiving Dinner & Canned Food Drive taking place November 16-24. Donation drop off times are Monday-Friday 9am-7pm and Saturday 10am-3pm at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Santa Monica.

Shopping Cart Tree
The building of the Edgemar Shopping Cart Tree by artist Anthony Schmitt. Enjoy a Peet's Coffee and see the tree getting decorated, or even a haircut at Piero and still have a view of the event. Join us on the 5th of December for the Candle Light Walk. 

Holiday Boutique at Roosevelt Elementary School
Shop for the holidays in one place while giving back to public education. 20% of all sales from this day benefit programs for the children at Roosevelt on November 21 from 9am-4pm.

Hunger and Homeless Awareness Concert
Featuring three LA rock bands and free refreshments. Sponsored by the Westside Shelter and Hunger Coalition. November 21 at 7pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Santa Monica.

11th Annual Day of the Child
Celebrities, Carnival Rides, Music and More! Join us as we celebrate the 11th Annual Day of the Child at the Santa Monica Airport on Sunday, November 22, 2009.

Make a Merry Memory with Santa
Bring your camera to the Third Street Promenade for photo opportunities on November 27-28, 2009 from 12-4pm. Santa is dog friendly. 

Santa Monica Gobble Wobble
Participate in the inaugural Santa Monica Gobble Wobble and burn that turkey dinner off on November 28, 2009 at 8am. This feather flying adventure around Santa Monica’s Emerson Reed Park features a 5k, 10k & Widdle Wobble for Kids.

Gift-Wrapping Station at Third Street Promenade
Shop on Third Street Promenade for the holidays and stop by the gift-wrapping station for free shopping bags and free gift-wrapping. Available November 27-December 20, 2009. 

A Winter's Tale: A Musical Dickens of a Christmas Carol
This lively musical adaptation showcases both the humor and pathos of Dickens’ rich 1843 story of spiritual renewal and redemption. A Winter’s Tale uses the tools of musical theatre-song and dance-to recreate A Christmas Carol, the classic tale that has become a holiday favorite for children and adults of many faiths. Running Saturdays and Sundays at 2pm now through Dec. 12, 2009.

Everybody Nose: A Christmas Carol
Everybody Nose: A Christmas Carol is a production of the classic Christmas tale by The Ahimsa Collectives resident clown troupe, Everybody Nose. Grab the whole family and come watch as a horde of clowns cast and mount this holiday classic. Experience all the humor, heart, and magic of too-many clowns stumbling through Dickens! Running November 28-December 13, 2009 at the Powerhouse Theatre.

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Fall Hotel Packages


Date Night at Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
"Date Night at Loews"- a special one night getaway that includes Loews Best Available Rate, a $50 dining credit and complimentary parking. September 1-December 30, 2009.

Fall/Thanksgiving Hotel Deal at Hotel Carmel
$129 plus 14% tax for all room types with the exception of suites and includes Complimentary Continental Breakfast daily, 6:30am-10:00am, Nov. 10-30, 2009. For reservations (telephone calls only), call (310) 451-2469 hotel direct or (800) 445-8695 outside California, reference FTR to avail of the discounted rate, credit card guarantee required at the time of booking.

Fall Weekend Getaway at Doubletree Guest Suites
Up to $50 USD food and beverage credit per room per stay. Exclude alcohol and hotel concessions. Valid September 8-December 29, 2009 with two night minimum stay, arriving Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Holiday Special at Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows
Let Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows be your home away from home for the holidays. Our specials let you relax and enjoy the sun and sand of Santa Monica. We'll top it off with a $100 American Express gift card perfect for holiday shopping on Third Street Promenade. Available Nov. 19 to Nov. 30 & Dec. 23-28, subject to availability.

“Suite Deal...Totally!” at The Georgian Hotel
The Georgian Hotel welcomes you to experience its first ever all-inclusive package! The rate for this sweet deal starts at $325 and includes everything but the kitchen sink: Accommodations in a luxury Suite, 2 Sunrise Breakfast Coupons per day, 2 Veranda Lunch Coupons per day & 2 Georgian Drink Coupons per day-Valet Parking.

Thanksgiving Day Room Package at Sheraton Delfina
Includes Thanksgiving Day Menu (in restaurant dining) for up to 4 people, traditional room with king or 2 queen beds. Reservations can be made up to 11/26/09 by calling 1-888-627-8532, package code is: THANKS09.

Thanksgiving Special at Oceana Santa Monica
25% off best available rates during Thanksgiving. 

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Special Offers for Autumn


2-Course Business Lunch at Valentino Restaurant
2-Course Business Lunch $25, Fridays 11:30am to 2:30pm.

25% Off at Trendy Sunglasses
Receive 25% off your next purchase, certain lines are excluded. Available through December 31, 2009. Call (310) 392-0055 for more information.

Black Friday Sale and Mid-Season Sale at Mango 
Black Friday Sale 30% off all merchandise November 27-29, 2009. Mid-Season Sale up to 50% of selected items September 24 through December 10, 2009.

Don't Frown if the Market's Down at The Parlor
The Parlor has added an extra bonus to their Happy Hour to save you some cash during these hard economic times. Happy Hour drink prices will drop an extra dollar if the Dow Jones Industrial Average closes in the red. Happy Hour is from 4-8pm everyday (excluding holidays and major sporting events).

Eat, Drink and Be Carried Away
Dine at Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel's Ocean and Vine restaurant before the Love's Labour's Lost performance at The Broad Stage and enjoy a special Broad Stage theater menu and shuttle to the show. Reservations are required, call (310) 576-3180.

Fall Bicycle Sale at Bike Attack
All bicycles are 10% off. Excluded are bikes already on sale. Available through November 30, 2009.

Football for Foodies at Riva Restaurant
Kick off football season with Riva's happy hour all night long on Mondays. Watch the game, eat and drink from the bar menu where cocktails are $4 and draft beers are $3.

Marissa Lopez Donatt Photographic Artist
Holiday Family Portrait Specials: 25% with purchase of print package.

Monday Night Football Happy Hour at Coast Beach Cafe
Come watch the Monday night football matchup at Coast while enjoying "haut" bar food! Philly Cheese Steak Sliders, Mexican Layer Dip and Free-Range Turkey Chili just $5 each! Available October 12-November 23, 2009.

Recession Relief Returns to Locanda del Lago
A collection of special values including "BYOB Mondays," "All-Night Happy Hour Tuesdays," "Wine ½ Off Wednesdays," "$8 Pizzas and $20 Pitchers Thursdays" and a "Stimulus Package" with a Three-Course Dinner and Two-Course Lunch. Now through December 1, 2009.

Reduced Rate Flying at Trapeze School on the Santa Monica Pier 
Come and enjoy a flying trapeze class at a reduced rate of only $40. Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-6pm October 6 through December 10, 2009. Ages 15 and under. Call (310) 394-5800 to book or if you have any questions. 

Spa Connections Fall Discounts
Spa Connections brings beauty services to your home, office, holiday parties, hotel, gift certificates and more. 20% off all parties/events 10% off individual services. Mani/Pedis, massages, facials, hair, makeup and more.

Spa Soiree Ocean Spa & Fitness at Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel 
In celebration of the new eco-friendly Ocean Spa, enjoy a 50-min Aroma-Synergy Massage, access to the spa’s state-of-the-art fitness center, an organic Lavender Martini and free valet parking for just $85. Reservations are required at 310-899-4040. Available through December 30, 2009.

Sunday Brunch at Hotel Casa del Mar 
Enjoy an appetizer, entree and dessert buffet for $29! For an additional $8.99 enjoy unlimited bubbly and bloody marys! Sundays 11am-3pm.

Sunday Irish Music Sessions and Thursday Night Live at Finn McCools Irish Pub
Come along every Sunday from 5pm-8pm to LAs best Irish music session hosted by Co Mayo, Ireland native Marion Tomas. Every Thursday from 9pm to close, hear the best local talent the westside has to offer with guest artists every week hosted by our very own Sid & Simons Minibar (21 and over).

Shop & Save at Esprit
50% Early Bird Special at Esprit Third Street Promenade: Shop for half price until noon Friday. And enjoy your Thanksgiving Weekend with amazing 40% off your entire purchase through Sunday! This is how we thank you!

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 *For more information on Santa Monica's fall events, hotel packages and special offers, please contact businesses directly.


Thanksgiving Dining

Anisette Brasserie
Please join us for Thanksgiving at Anisette on Thursday, November 26, 2009 from 4:00pm to 9:00pm. Serving our delicious Regular “A La Carte” menu and Holiday favorites.

Caché Restaurant & Lounge
Cache is cooking a hearty Thanksgiving dinner for the entire family! Available Thursday, November 26, 2009 from 3pm to 7:45pm.

Catch
Join us for an unforgettable Thanksgiving at Catch! Our chefs have created a fresh, homemade menu featuring seasonal dishes & traditional items.

Cezanne at Le Merigot
Thanksgiving meal served from 1pm to 9pm Thursday, November 26, 2009. Holiday menu offers a choice of three starters and tasty entree options.

The Dining Room at Hotel Shangri-La
Thanksgiving dinner with all the traditional fixings.
Reservations required, last seating at 8pm. Kitchen closes at 10pm. 

Fig Restaurant
A la carte Thanksgiving menu with family style served
appetizers, soup and choices for Main Course and Dessert. Superb wine pairings available. Thursday, November 26, 2009 from 12pm-9pm.

Josie Restaurant
Take Josie Home for Thanksgiving! Order from a delicious selection of appetizers, sauces, side dishes, and desserts to complement your Thanksgiving feast! 

La Cachette Bistro
Come celebrate Thanksgiving with us. Serving a 4-course set menu with choices. Kids' and vegetarian option available. Large parties welcome! 

Locanda del Lago
We're serving our famous prix fixe Thanksgiving Menu as a three-course or four-course meal and each course is matched with our signature wine pairing. Available all day and evening 11:30am-10:30pm.

Ocean and Vine at Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel
Thanksgiving buffet featuring made-to-order omelettes/waffles, carving station, fresh Farmers' Market vegetables, California cheeses & assortment of locally-caught seafood November 26 11am-5pm. 

One Pico
Come and celebrate Thanksgiving with us and enjoy the gourmet experience with sensational view.

The Penthouse Restaurant
Come celebrate your Thanksgiving with us. Join us for a 3-course Thanksgiving meal, complete with all traditional sides. 

Sheraton Delfina
Enjoy a memorable dinner with three entree choices at the Sheraton Delfina Perla Restaurant November 26, 2009 from 11am-9pm.

Swingers Dinner
Swingers Diner Thanksgiving Special Thursday, November 26, 2009 from 11:00am-3:00pm.

Thanksgiving Dinner at the Civic Auditorium
Free dinner at the Civic Auditorium on Thursday, November 26, 2009 from 11am-3pm, everyone is welcome! Offered by the Santa Monica Vineyard Christian Fellowship. 

Thanksgiving Dinner at St. Monica's Catholic Church
30th Annual Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner to feed the homeless, struggling, and elderly in the community. Free sit-down dinner in comfortable family atmosphere on Wednesday, November 25 from 3-6pm.

Whist at the Viceroy
A lavish Thanksgiving Buffet featuring a carving station with seasonal favorites such as roasted turkey breast and maple glazed cured ham. Thursday, November 26, 2009 from 2:30-7:30pm.