Santa Monica International Jazz Festival
May 9, 2026, 12:00 AM
Born from the mind of visionary jazz legend Stanley Clarke and inspired by the rich legacy of festivals from Montreux to Monterey, the Santa Monica International Jazz Festival emerges as a new force for the celebration and advancement of jazz. The inaugural festival promises world-renowned headlining performances, star-studded tributes to jazz legends, and multiple stages for emerging talent.
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Annual events, seasonal festivals, west coast-centric happenings and exciting special occasions all mingle on Santa Monica’s vibrant events calendar. With ideal year-round weather and diverse cultural offerings, there’s always something happening in Santa Monica.
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Saint Patricks Day at Santa Monica Place
March 17th | Center Plaza, Level 1 Add a little luck to your day with a St. Patrick’s Day stop! Visit Concierge to pick up festive beads, a fun way…
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Santa Monica Open Mic Night | 21+
🌟 Santa Monica Open Mic Night at Wearies! 🌟 🎤 When: Every Tuesday at 7PM 📍 Where: Weary Livers Bar, 2819 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica 🎶…
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Shamrocks in the Sky: The Pacific Wheel Glows Green
Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier is turning SoCal green with “Shamrocks in the Sky” for St. Patrick’s Day as its iconic, 90-foot-tall…
