SANTA MONICA CELEBRATES LIVE MUSIC AND HIGH-ENERGY EVENTS
Explore a City Where Live Music Plays Nightly and Sunny Celebrations Happen Year-Round
SANTA MONICA, Calif. (September 14, 2026) – Santa Monica is an exciting entertainment destination for all ages, where locals and visitors can find high-energy happenings and live music on almost any given night on the many stages throughout the city. From the Santa Monica Pier, home of live music performances at year-round events and intimate listening rooms like McCabe’s Guitar Shop to world-class performances at BroadStage and evenings at Harvelle’s Blues Club, the city offers live music at every scale.
Neighborhood favorites such as TRiP, The Victorian and Unurban Coffee House keep the calendar full of everything from seven-night-a-week lineups to open mic traditions. Hotel hotspots like Terrazza at Hotel Casa del Mar, The Penthouse at Huntley Santa Monica Beach, Shoreside Restaurant & Bar at Shore Hotel and many more pair sunset views with live music. Visit santamonica.com today to book a stay at one of 40 beautiful hotels and explore a city filled with vibrant happenings and rich local culture.
Meanwhile, the Third Street Promenade fills the open-air corridor with live entertainment surrounded by a buzzing retail and dining scene. Don’t miss Santa Monica Block Fest on the second Saturday of each month now through December 2026. The celebration transforms all three blocks of the world-famous Promenade with a multi-stage lineup of live music, a food night market on Arizona Avenue and vibrant coastal vibes lighting the night.
Party like the locals on the Santa Monica Pier at Locals’ Night, taking place every third Thursday of the month now through May 2027. Each edition of this beloved free-to-enter event invites guests to enjoy live entertainment and themed experiences steps away from the thrill rides and midway games of Pacific Park. Foodies will savor California coastal flavor at the 8th annual OFF THE HOOK Seafood Festival on the Pier featuring yacht rock tunes, an oyster shucking showdown and seafood tastings from an exciting lineup of local restaurants. To learn more about upcoming events in Santa Monica, visit santamonica.com/events.
“Santa Monica is a place where incredible talent, vibrant creativity and a deep appreciation for music, food and culture come together to create unforgettable experiences for all,” said Misti Kerns, President/CEO of Santa Monica Travel & Tourism. “We invite travelers to stay in Santa Monica and enjoy all our beautiful beach, local businesses, distinct neighborhoods and exciting events have to offer.”
Looking ahead in 2026 and beyond, an exciting calendar of programming reinforces Santa Monica as a must-visit destination. Stay tuned for a special opportunity to book your favorite Santa Monica hotel at a great rate celebrating the endless summer soon!
Visitors can explore upcoming events and plan their getaway with a range of distinctive hotels and beachfront accommodations by visiting our website at santamonica.com.
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