Summer Specials 2013

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 Kristen Beinke

Endless Summer in Santa Monica

There is no better place to beduring the Summer than by the beach, experiencing what Santa Monica, California has to offer. Head to the Southern California coast and enjoy:

 

Memorial Day Weekend Fun in Santa Monica

 

Monaco Grand Prix Breakfast and Bubbly

1 Pico Blvd | (310) 458-0030
May 26th,
4am
Coastpresents Monaco Grand Prix Breakfast and Bubbly. Join us for an exclusive oceanside viewing of the Monaco Grand Prix with French inspired offerings. Coast's most popular breakfast fare and endless champagne.


Summer Launch Party

1301 Ocean Ave | (310) 394-2791
May 26th 1pm-5pm

We're launching off into summer early on Sun. May 26th with the Lani + Lee poolside soiree this Memorial Day Weekend at Hotel Shangri La. We’re hosting a curated Pop-Up shop in one of our poolside cabana's showcasing Lani + Lee's latest swimwear creations & exclusive previews for our guests and locals, all are welcome. With a very special guest host curating the musical vibes for the afternoon. This event is free & open to the public, poolside cash bar available.


Memorial Day Weekend Beach BBQ Bash

3110 Main St | (310) 450-5522
May 26th, 3pm - Close

Come Celebrate Memorial Weekend Sunday afternoon at 31Ten Lounge with drinks, music and a classic BBQ by the Beach! Featuring MDW specialty BBQ menu, Multi-level sun-soaked outdoor patio, Daytime drink specials & beer garden and DJs Coolwhip & Adam Nello. Portion of proceeds benefiting the Westside Food Bank.


Memorial Day Brunch at La Sandia

395 Santa Monica Place | (31) 393-3300
May 27th
Make our Memorial Day Brunch part of your family tradition. Enjoy great choices like Steak and Eggs, Mexican Chocolate Waffles, Huevos Rancheros, or another brunch favorite. Guests with a military ID receive 50% off of their brunch entrée!


75th Annual Memorial Day Observance at Woodlawn Cemetary

1847 14th Street
May 27th, 11am-4pm
Cityof Santa Monica’s Woodlawn Cemetery, Mausoleum & Mortuary will be hosting our 75th Annual Memorial Day Observance with activities and music to follow. Plans for the Commemorative Wall to honorSanta Monica’s veterans that will be placed on our grounds will be unveiled. There will be a military flyover – Missing Man Formation. Keynote speaker for the event is retired Santa Monica Fire Chief Ettore A. Berardinelli. National Anthem performance by Shaun Dove of the Santa Monica Police Department. There will also be performances by the Santa Monica Oceanaires and Guided Tours of Woodlawn’s Historical Cemetery & Mausoleum following the observance.


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Santa Monica Summer Events & Activities

 

Santa Monica Festival

June 1st, 11am-6pm
Clover Park, 2600 Ocean Park Blvd
Don't miss the 22nd annual Santa Monica Festival! Experience an eclecticmix of live music and dance, DIY art workshops with recycled and repurposed materials, guilt-free shopping featuring earth-friendly artistic wares and local services offered by City, environmental and local non-profit organizations.


Santa Monica Pier Paddleboard Race & Ocean Festival

June 8th, 7:30am-4:30pm
Santa Monica Pier, 200 Santa Monica Pier

The Santa Monica Pier Paddleboard Race and Ocean Festival features oceanswims, SUP & paddleboard races and dory competitions.Registration opens March 15. For kids, we’ll offer beach competitions for individulas and teams including prizes and an awards ceremony. The family fun happens all day! The event is a benefit for Heal the Bay andits public marine education facility, theSanta Monica Pier Aquarium. Heal the Bay will receive a portion of net proceeds from the event.


OK! Body & Soul on the Beach

June 11th, 10am-2pm
Casa Del Mar Hotel, 1910 Ocean Way

Join OK! Magazine for a free day of fitness, wellness and pampering to get ready for summer! Three different fitness classes offered throughout the day, Quick Fix Lounge for hair touch-ups and styling tips, Fila Style Lounge for the change to win free gear, Voli Vodka Guilt free bar with low calorie cocktails, prize wheel, product demos and more! RSVP required by emailing bodyandsoul@okmagazine.com by June 6th.


Drink:Eat:Play Wine Festival

June 23rd, 6pm-10pm
Santa Monica Pier, 200 Santa Monica Pier
Cheers summer with the Drink:Eat:Play Wine Festival, presented by BevMo. Attendees will have access to over 50 wineries, hundreds of wines and the perfect evening setting. General Admission is $50 and VIP is $75. Both admissions include wine, with VIP attendees admitted an hour early and free admission to the pier’s Pacific Park (rides and games). Food will be sold separately.


Wanderlust Yoga in the City

June 30th, 1pm-6pm
Santa Monica Pier, 200 Santa Monica Pier

Wanderlust brings together the world's leading yoga teachers and top-tier musical performers in settings of breathtaking natural beauty. Festivalgoers spend their mornings getting centered in one of many yoga or meditation classes, chilling at a spa or in the pool, or engaging in outdoor activities from hiking to biking. A series of fascinating talks,acoustic music and food & wine tastings unfold in the afternoon, while nights are dedicated to musical discovery and a full-tilt dance party.


Course Of The Force

July 12th, Time TBA
Santa Monica Pier, 200 Santa Monica Pier
It's that time of year again to break out your light sabres and join in the celebration of middle leg of the running of the light sabre from San Francisco to San Diego. There will be a Star Wars themed carnival and concert.


Wellbeing 2013 Health and Fitness Festival

July 27th, 12pm-5pm
Third Street Promenade

The Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce welcomes summer the healthy way at the annual Santa Monica Chamber WellBeing 2013, Health and Fitness Festival at the Third Street Promenade. The Health and Fitness Festival provides valuable services, such as health screenings, demonstrations and healthy living information. Local businesses and non-profits will share expertise, advice, and product samples promoting a healthy and happy lifestyle.


Good Food Fridays

The Market, 395 Santa Monica Place
Event dates: May 31, June 28, July 26, August 30, September 27, 7pm-10pm

In honor of the two year celebration, The Market is launching a new monthly event called “Good Food Fridays" on Friday, May 31 and continuing thru the last Friday of every month. With warm summer months quickly approaching, this locals-only, family-friendly affair will allow guests to mix and mingle with local purveyors and enjoy freshly made food and baked goods, and an exclusive array of wines, smoothies, coffees and other tasty beverages. Festivities will include local live music and artists, screen-printing, cooking demonstrations, food sampling and tastings. Guests will also enjoy 10% off all purchases from the purveyors in The Market, excluding alcohol, from 7 p.m.–10 p.m.


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HOT HOTEL PACKAGES IN SANTA MONICA

 

The Ambrose Hotel

1255 20th St | (310) 315-1555
Drive smart in Santa Monica Package begins at $329 and includes 500c Fiat Convertible based on availability, Premier Overnight Accommodations, Complimentary Continental Breakfast and Complimentary Wi-Fi. Valid May 23-December 31, 2013.


Shore Hotel

1515 Ocean Ave | (310) 458-1515
Shore Hotel has created the ultimate way for guests to enjoy the 29th annual Twilight Concerts series at the Santa Monica Pier, which brings a variety of contemporary and classic musical guests every Thursday for complimentary concerts by the Pier. Introducing Shore Hotel’s "Shore Rocks the Pier" package, which includes: Overnight accommodations, Dinner for two at The Lobster located on the Santa Monica Pier ($100 value), Cocktails at Shore Hotel’s lobby bar before the event, "Shore Rocks the Pier" in-room amenity with beach blanket and Shore Hotel overnight parking. The "Shore Rocks the Pier" package is available from July 11-September 6, 2013 with rates starting at $599.


Shore Hotel

1515 Ocean Ave | (310) 458-1515
Topless Summer Package: AAA Four Diamond Shore Hotel launches Topless Summer promotion at the luxurious oceanfront property in Santa Monica. Guests who stay at Shore Hotel for five or more days will receive a complimentary eco-friendly convertible for one day to enhance their Southern California experience. Shore Hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of Santa Monica’s world-class attractions including the breathtaking Santa Monica Pier, unique dining options, and top-notch shopping destinations. With the Topless Summer promotion, guests will be able to enjoy a day filled with an awe-inspiring drive up the Pacific Coast Highway, go on one of Malibu’s adventurous hikes, take photos at the iconic Hollywood sign, or explore vibrant downtown Los Angeles. Starting Rate: $489/night (5 night minimum). Valid June 21-September 21, 2013.


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Sizzling santa monica Summer Specials

 

Art One Gallery

1331 3rd Street Promenade | (310) 576-1000
Free poster with any $25 purchase. Choose from Fazzino's  "Remembering Hollywood" or "From Santa Monica to Hollywood." Valid April 1-May 31, 2013.


Azure Aveda Salon

395 Santa Monica Place | (310) 393-7888
Purchase $100 Gift card and get a $20 free power up. Good for the month of May only. Please mention special when purchasing. Valid May 1-31, 2013.


Banana Republic

1202 3rd St | (310) 394-7740
Join us for our Milly Mixer Event, Thursday May 30th, from 5pm to 9pm and help us celebrate the Banana Republic Milly Collection. It is colorful collection for the summer in prints for men and women. Complimentary refreshments will be served.


Benedetta

395 Santa Monica Place | (31) 451-1256
Benedetta Farm-sourced Skin Care – 20% off Control Crème, our amazing 100% Botanical Blemish Crème is great for blemishes including bug bites and fever blisters. Regenerates skin and prevents scarring and is kid-friendly. Valid June 1-30, 2013.


Bike Attack

2400 Main St | (310) 581-8014
Bicycle Summer Sale! Valid May 25-August, 30, 2013.


Blue Sparrow

2808 Main St | (310) 450-6425
Celebrate the start of summer as well as Blue Sparrow's 1-year anniversary with a special Memorial Day Weekend sale! Receive 10% off purchases over $50 and 15% off purchases over $80 May 24-27, 2013. Additionally, come visit Friday, May 24th 5:30pm-7:30pm and enjoy complimentary champgane.


Books and Cookies

2230 Main St | (424) 238-5299
We’ve got the perfect summertime activity for you! Come check out Books and Cookies' brand new Learn and Play Area open 7 days a week! Slide, climb, read, make believe and play for only $10 per child (Buy 10, get 1 free) or just $7 after a class! Stay for as long or short as you would like during our open play times. Space is limited and open on a first come first serve basis. There is no instruction during this time. Adult must be present during all open play times. Open Play 9am-12pm and 2pm-5pm. Friday afternoons (2pm-5pm) are for big kids only (ages 4 and up)! Valid May 11, 2013 - May 11, 2014.


California Clubhouse

395 Colorado Ave | (310) 917-1268
50% off Marked sweaters, hoodies, jackets & Zipps. Discount Rack: 50% OFF Select items! 30% off Marked: USC, UCLA, Stanford, CAL, Raiders apparel! Valid May 23-June 30, 2013.


Chilli Beans

395 Santa Monica Place | (310) 395-1737
The season of sun is here, and that means one thing: Fun! Come by Chilli Beans to get the hottest accessories from Brazil. You can summer-ize your whole look: Buy a pair of glasses and any watch and get 10% off the second item. Valid May 25-June 25, 2013.


Destination Food Tours

(480) 293-4096
10%off "A Taste of Santa Monica" food tour. You will be taken on a three hour adventure starting with how Santa Monica was established, all the ways Santa Monica has changed over the years, and of course all of the great things that Santa Monica has to offer today. You will sit down andrelax with an interesting mix of people while you enjoy distinctive food  from some of Santa Monica's unique restaurants and shops. Go to www.destinationfoodtours.com and enter the promo code "SPRING." Valid April 1-July1, 2013.


Eva Varro

395 Santa Monica Place | (310) 899-6969
Memorial Day Sale - 15% off regular priced merchandise. Valid May 24-27, 2013.
Sexy Sumer Sale – Buy one, get one 50% off. Valid June 1-August 31, 2013.
Grand Opening Celebration – Join us June 6th 6pm-9pm to celebrate the opening of our new location. During that time, buy one, get one 50% off for that day with 10% of proceeds going to Heal the Bay.


Fit by Fabian

216 Pico Blvd #17 | (310) 399-7049
Spring into Fitness: 3 private training sessions at Fit by Fabian Private Fitness Studio for $150.00. Valid March 20-June 21, 2013.


Free People

2925 Main St | (310) 399-0141
We are offering an additional 20% off our sale items. Valid May 23-27, 2013.


Lotus East-West Medical Center

2104 Wilshire Blvd | (310) 828-8258
SpringClean Acupuncture-Style! 10% off your initial appointment with clinic director, Dr. Brendan Armm. Make a change. Let go, and finally clean away patterns of holding onto things from the past. Utilize this vibrantenergy no longer stuck in the past for your new direction and growth inthe present. Valid April 4-October 4, 2013.


M.A.K.E. Restaurant and M.A.K.E. Out

395 Santa Monica Place | (310) 394-7046
Spring into Summer! M.A.K.E. will offer 15% of all cleanses starting April 22nd through the end of May.


Malibu J’s

350 Broadway | (310) 899-1231
Free Dasani 16.9oz with a purchase of $10 or more including souvenirs and Santa Monica apparel. Valid May 23-September 30, 2013.


Next Salon

2400 Main St | (310) 392-6645

Father and son or father and daughter special - 15% off hair services.


Pedal or Not

214 Pier Ave | (310) 917-1111
$100off the purchase of a new Pedego Electric Bicycle. Buy one for mom, dador yourself. Spring into the new electric bike showroom in Santa Monica: Pedego Santa Monica. Mention this ad for discount. Valid April 13-June 21, 2013.


The Shop

350 Broadway | (310) 899-1231
Free gift with any luggage purchase. Valid May 20-September 1, 2013.


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EAT|SEE|HEAR| Outdoor Movie, Food Truck & Live Music Event Series

Showtime presents Eat|See|Hear, a summer-long celebration of food, music & movies! Events takes place at Santa Monica High School located at 601 Pico Blvd (entrance on 4th St). Doors open at 5:30pm with live music starting at 7pm and movie at 8:30pm. Admission is $10.

For more information, visit http://eatseehear.com/


May 25th - The Princess Bride (Rated PG)
June 22nd - Say Anything (Rated PG-13)
July 20th - Coming to America (Rated R)
August 3rd - Donnie Darko (Rated R)
September 7th - Back to School (Rated PG-13)
 

 

Cinema on the Street in Downtown Santa Monica

Come and unwind in a unique outdoor setting under the stars. Bring a blanket or beach chairs, a date, family and friends to enjoy your favorite classic movies! The outdoor movie screen will be located on Third Street Promenade at Wilshire Blvd, just outside Chipotle. Attendance is free and open to the public. Movies start at 7:30pm.

For more information, visit http://www.downtownsm.com/cinema-street


July 12th - Back to the Future
July 19th - Despicable Me in 3D
July 26th - Three Amigos!
 

 

29th Annual Twilight
Concert Series

The Santa Monica Pier presents the 29th Annual Twilight Concert Series every Thursday from July 11th through September 12th, 2013. Concerts are free and run 7pm-10pm.

For more information, visit http://santamonicapier.org/twilightconcerts/


Check back for concert lineup.