Summer Specials

Ready for some fun in the sun? Plan your Santa Monica summer vacation and enjoy sizzling hot hotel deals and family friendly events all summer long.

Photo by Nik Wheeler

Summer Specials in Santa Monica

There is no better place to be during the Summer than experiencing what Santa Monica, California has to offer.

Head to the Southern California coast and enjoy a variety of summer events and activities, hot hotel packages and sizzling summer specials being offered throughout the summer months.

Summer Events & Activities in Santa Monica


Annenberg Community Beach House Summer Pool Hours & Dollar Splash Mondays

Annenberg Community Beach House | (310) 458-4904
The pool will be open daily from June 19-September 6 Sunday, Tuesday & Thursday 10am-6pm and Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10am-8pm. On Mondays, pool passes are just $1 per person. Advance reservations are not available, holidays excluded. New this summer, enjoy magnificent ocean views while working out on our state of the art cardio and weight equipment. Available only during the summer, ages 16+. Open daily 10am-8pm, June 19-September 6.


26th Annual Twilight Dance Series

July 8-September 2, 2010 (Thursdays) 7pm
Santa Monica Pier | (310) 458-8900

The 26th Annual Santa Monica Pier Twilight Dance Series. Enjoy free concerts ever Thursday night at 7pm July through September 2010.


Steppin' Out at the Miles

September 4-5, 2010
Miles Memorial Playhouse
Put on your dancing shoes this Labor Day Weekend! On Saturday at 8pm, swing dance the night away to Swing Cats Big Band featuring the Swing Kittens vocal trio and on Sunday at 3pm square dance with this old time string band Triple Chicken Foot.


Sussan Deyhim's Panoramic

September 11, 2010 7:30pm
The Broad Stage | (310) 434-3200
This Persian composer, vocalist and performance artist will take you on a magical journey to an entirely new musical experience. Sussan Deyhim transports audiences with her profoundly moving fusion of traditional orchestrations, Western vocal technique and the mysticism of Middle Eastern music. Guest appearance by Mohsen Namjoo and Ardeshir Farah. Purchase tickets online, select "SM Discount" and receive 50% off. This promotion may not be applied to previously purchased tickets.


Brand X Movies at the Pier

September 10-October 1 (Friday's) 7pm
Santa Monica Pier Deck
Join us Friday evenings at 7pm on the Pier Deck for our annual Movie Series presented by Brand X.


Roots & Shoots 8th Annual Day of Peace Festival

September 19, 2010 11am-4pm
Santa Monica Pier
Dr. Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots global youth program will host its 8th annual “Day of Peace” festival for California. The event will be open to the general public at no cost. Festival-goers are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items for the Day of Peace Food Drive for People and Pets. Donations will be distributed by Westside Food Bank to local social service agencies that assist individuals, families, and pets in need. Day of Peace highlights will also include concert performances, arts and crafts, pet adoptions, educational and eco-friendly exhibits, celebrity guests, and opportunities for attendees to participate in fun environmental activities.


Glow Santa Monica

September 25, 2010
Santa Monica Pier & Beach
Santa Monica's signature art event, Glow, returns this Fall for its second installment. 


Louis Price Performance

September 26, 2010 4pm
The Broad Stage | (310) 434-3200
He’s been the lead singer with The Temptations and The Drifters. He’s toured with everyone from Bill Cosby to Aretha Franklin. Now, consummate showman, Louis Price is bringing his improvisational stylings to The Broad for a priceless afternoon of pop and R&B standards. Purchase tickets online, select "SM Discount" and receive 50% off. This promotion may not be applied to previously purchased tickets.

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Hot Hotel Packages in Santa Monica


The Ambrose Santa Monica Beach Picnic Enhancement

1255 20th St | (310) 315-1555
Enhance your stay at The Ambrose with a Santa Monica Beach Picnic. For $40 + tax, we'll provide everything you need for a fun picnic at the beach, including a ride to the beach in our London Taxi, two beach towels to use for the day, and an organic boxed lunch for two from Urth Caffe! Call us at the end of the day and we'll bring you home to the hotel. 48 Hr Notice Requested. Valid 6/18/10-9/30/10.


Casa Del Mar Breakfast Inclusive Package

1910 Ocean Way | (310) 581-5533
Includes daily breakfast for two at Catch Restaurant. Available through September 6, 2010.


DoubleTree Guest Suites Great Getaway Package

1707 Fourth St | (310) 395-3332
Summer is a season to escape and Doubletree just made your getaway 30% more likely. Book a room this summer and get 30% off and a mouthwatering Doubletree breakfast. Special offer dates May 10, 2010-September 6, 2010.


Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows Everyone's An Original Summer Offer

101 Wilshire Blvd | (866) 540-4470
Every summer has its memories – create yours with Fairmont Hotels & Resorts’ Everyone's An Original Summer offer! Stay three or more nights and receive third night free. Book an Everyone's An Original Summer rate until October 15, 2010.


The Georgian Hotel Summer Special

1415 Ocean Ave | (310) 395-9945
Book now, save big. Save 25% off your summer stay with our Advance Purchase Sale.


Le Merigot Beach Hotel & Spa Surfin' Safari Package

1740 Ocean Ave | (310) 395-9700
This package includes our Superior Guestroom accommodations, a full-session Swedish massage, a two hour Professional Surfing Lesson, and one Blue Crush graduation cocktail.


Loews Santa Monica Beach Dog Days of Summer Package

1700 Ocean Ave | (866) 563-9792
No matter if your dog is a city slicker or beach lover, Loews Hotels puts the WOW in Bow Wow this summer with the Dog Days of Summer package. Included is a deluxe room, a special barbeque meal created by our Master Chef Marc Ehrler just for your hot dog - amazing "Scooby BBQ Sliders" that are veterinarian approved!

 

Seaview Hotel Summer Special Rate

1760 Ocean Ave | (310) 393-6711
Low special rate at $88 per night throughout Summer 2010. Book now and be ready to enjoy your weekend away during Memorial Day, Fourth of July or Labor Day Weekend. Valid May 24 through September 8, 2010.


Sheraton Delfina Family Package

530 Pico Blvd | (310) 399-9344
Memories are invited. Bring your family to the Sheraton Delfina Santa Monica Hotel. Enjoy the sights of Santa Monica by day and a night in with the family that makes you feel right at home. Special Rates starting at $259 per night.


Shutters on the Beach Sunday is the New Saturday Package

1 Pico Blvd | (310) 458-0030
Discounted rates when you arrive on a Sunday and stay one or two nights. Includes a $150 daily hotel credit. Available through September 6, 2010.


Viceroy Santa Monica Stay and Surf in Santa Monica

1819 Ocean Ave | (310) 260-7515
The Surf and Stay in Santa Monica package includes: Welcome "Skinny Classic Cocktail" for two, a 90 minute surf lesson for two, with surfboards and wetsuits provided. Also included is a late checkout, based upon availability.

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Santa Monica Sizzling Summer Specials


Cache Restaurant and Lounge Jazz Brunch & One Pot Sundays

3110 Main St | (310) 399-4800
Join us every Sunday from 12-2pm for our LIVE Jazz Brunch in our outdoor lounge and patio and from 6-10pm we're offering a $38 3-course menu that will change weekly. Available 5/23/10-9/26/10.


The FIG Hot Dog Cart

Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows | (310) 576-7777
Just in time for summer FIG has launched their own poolside Hot Dog Cart. Stop by the pool for their signature FIG Dog with cheesy fondue, bacon-habanero marmalade and fritos every Friday, Saturday and Sunday for the summer.


Hotel Shangri-La Ditch Day Fridays

1301 Ocean Ave | (310) 394-2791
Join us every Friday from 1pm-7pm for Ditch Day Fridays at Hotel Shangri-La! A great poolside celebration with music! And enjoy $5 cocktails and $5 menu items!


Lago Meatless Mondays

231 Arizona Ave | (310) 451-3525 
Lago introduces Meatless Mondays to Santa Monica with several offerings on its lunch and dinner menus, rotating weekly, that are prepared with no meat or meat-related products including butter, cheese and milk. Offered daily.


Ocean Spa & Fitness Spa Santa Monica Place Shopping and Spa Package

1700 Ocean Ave | (310) 899-4040
In celebration of the grand opening of Santa Monica Place mall, Ocean Spa & Fitness will offer an exclusive shopping and spa package. Beginning August 1, 2010, book two spa treatments (50m each) at Ocean Spa and enjoy a special Santa Monica Place swag bag, complete with a $50 American Express gift card for use at this new, stylish retail mecca. In addition, the bag (a chic reusable canvas tote) will include special offers and discounts from participating retailers and restaurants. Must mention “Shop ‘til you drop” package at time of booking.


Oceana High-Tech Summer Pool Host

849 Ocean Ave | (310) 393-0486
Oceana offers a team of high-tech poolside hosts for the summer, led by Liz Carrol. The poolside hosts enhance poolside experience by offering high-tech entertainment in the form of Apple’s iPads and iPods. Pool hosts will show guests how to watch their favorite movie, read a book, or update their Facebook status, while enjoying the sun. On Saturday afternoons, enjoy an ice cream shop on deck. Guests can also enjoy pre-packed Oceana beach bag with towels, games, and a picnic lunch from the Ocean Lounge.


Paint:Lab Labor Day Special

2912 Main St | (310) 450-9200
Join us at Paint:Lab either Sunday or Monday of Labor Day and learn more about us. Free face painting for kids 10 and under. Snacks will be provided. Labor Day Weekend Special Flat open lab fee per person $25/Kids $20 (includes paint, brushes, and basic canvas board). 15% off all art supplies and canvases.Valid 9/5/10-9/6/10.


Pedal or Not Pedego Electric Bicycle End of Season Sale

1515 7th St | (310) 917-1111
Demo fleet of very gently used Pedego Electric bikes on sale $1000 plus tax.Retail price new is $1695. Save $695.Many colors all in near perfect condition. Very cool 6 speed beach cruisers with lithium ion battery. Valid 8/31/10-9/30/10.


Salute Wine Bar Labor Day Special

2435 Main St | (310) 450-3434
Salute will be featuring Spinach fettucini with summer truffles and farm fresh poached egg for $28 & Porchetta with fontina polenta, fresh figs, and rosemary balsamic for $18 all week in addition to our 3 course Tuscan tasting menu, paired with wines for $55.


Viceroy Hotel Beats & Bites

1819 Ocean Ave | (310) 260-7500
Viceroy's Beats & Bites promotion will offer a global music and cuisine pairing. Every Wednesday from 6-9pm, featuring Jamaican food with a steel drum band, Brazilian BBQ with Samba music, New Orleans cuisine with Creole jazz, and Indian inspired food with a DJ and Sitar player. All to be enjoyed poolside and on outdoor patio. Featuring specialty cocktails to be paired with all food. Valid 7/21/10-9/8/10.


Whist Restaurant Sunday Brunch & Wine Lovers Nights

1819 Ocean Ave | (310) 260-7511
Enjoy a relaxing Sunday buffet brunch 11am-2:30pm, featuring a prime rib carving station, interactive omelet station, seasonal salads and breakfast favorites as well as dessert and a fresh fruit selection. Also included is a glass of premium sparkling wine, momosa or bloody mary. Valid 6/6/10-9/19/10. On Monday & Tuesday nights 6:30-10pm, enjoy a selection of 80 wines at $25 per bottle, some gems include, Veuve Cliquot NV, 2008 Sancerre Daniel Chotard and the very elegant Lioco pinot noir. Valid 6/10/10-9/30/10.

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*For more information on summer specials, hotel packages & events, contact businesses directly. If you are a Santa Monica business interested in submitting a Summer Special, click here.    


26th Annual Twilight Dance
Series Schedule

Running July 8th through September 2nd, 2010 every Thursday evening starting at 7pm. Concerts are free and open to the public.

For moreinformation, call the Pier Restoration Corp. at (310) 458-8900 or visit www.santamonicapier.org.

July 8 –

Konono No. 1
Congolese Trance Dance-tronica. "Stomp" with an electronic vibe and dance groove that won't stop.

July 15 –

Ben Lee
Brother
Ry Cuming
Australia Rocks the Pier!

July 22 –

Jovanotti
Jace Everett
Ana Tijoux
Italian Super Star, Jovanotti, brings his synthesis of rap, hip-hop and rock to festivals across America.

July 29 –

Kailash Kher’s Kailasa
Indian Pop/Rock/Bollywood. Kailash Kher's prodigious vocal gifts nd inspiring personality have made him a household name across India.

August 5 –

Rickie Lee Jones
The Duchess of Coolsville, one of the most acclaimed and talented singer-songwriters of our time, brings a full band with horn section!

August 12 –

Soulive
Breakestra
Funk Jazz Organ Trio that has recorded with such diverse artists as Chaka Khan, Dave Matthews, Talib Kweli and John Scofield.

August 19 –

Bettye LaVette (replaces Mick Taylor)
Tom Nolan Band
Powerhouse soul singer, show will include material spanning her entire career including the British Rock Songbook. Opening for Ms. LaVette, popular LA blues band the Tom Nolan Band.

August 26 –

Beatlesfest
A three day tribute event! "Abbey Road" will open thenight with an acoustic set of the Beatles, followed by Los Angelesbased Led Zepagain, as part of the British Invasion.

September 2 –

Dr. John & the Lower 911
Eddie Baytos & the Nervis Brothers
Dr. John, a New Orleans legend, is one of the icons of American music. e is indelibly linked to the traditions and singularity of this city's musical and cultural heritage. Opening for Dr. John, Eddie Baytos & the Nervis Brothers.


Brand X Movies at the Pier Lineup

Join us Friday evenings on the Pier Deck for our annual Movie Series presented by Brand X.

Gates open at 7pm, movies start after dusk. No tickets required in advance. Food, drinks and treats available for purchase. Chairs, blankets and kids are welcome. Protect the environment and ride your bike, FREE bike valet service available. No alcohol allowed.

For moreinformation, call the Pier Restoration Corp. at (310) 458-8900 or visit www.santamonicapier.org.

September 10 –

Iron Man (2008)

September 17 –

The Spongebob Squarepants Movie (2004)

September 24 –

Dirt! (2009)
Presented by the City of Santa Monica Office of Sustainability and the Environment.

October 1 –

The Karate Kid (1984)