Weddings in Santa Monica

Santa Monica's wedding venues host thousands of weddings and wedding receptions throughout the year because of the beach, hotel amenities and large group dining and reception options.

There are four common locations for a wedding in Santa Monica:

Weddings on the Beach

Santa Monica beach weddings are allowed on Santa Monica State Beach and within Palisades Park. The City does not issue permits for wedding ceremonies at the beach but users must obey all beach rules. These rules also apply to small gatherings.

Beach weddings in Santa Monica:

can be held anywhere on Santa Monica State Beach, as long as lifeguard views are unobstructed
space is available on a first-come, first-serve basis
must have less than 150 participants on site
can also be held at Palisades Park

Okay:

tables, chairs, runners, and small archways
canopies under 400 square feet
stages under 30” high
amplified sound between 8am to 10pm

Not Okay:

structures that would require building and safety permits or fire permits
tents with side panels
vehicles on park turf or pathways, sand, bike path or Ocean Front Walk
staking anything into the turf or attaching anything to trees, shrubs, facilities and other amenities
blocking sidewalks or pedestrian pathways
fires, cooking, alcohol, glass containers, and smoking
generators are not permitted in parks or on the beach

For more information, please contact the City of Santa Monica Community & Cultural Services Department at 310-458-8300.

Annenberg Community Beach House Weddings

Located on Santa Monica State Beach, the Annenberg Community Beach House can accommodate wedding parties from 10 to 400. A popular beach wedding option during the summer where beachfront ceremonies can turn into evening celebrations.

For more information on the Annenberg Community Beach House call 310-458-4934.

Hotel Wedding Venues

Several Santa Monica hotels offer wedding venue and reception space, along with wedding amenities, dining options and a variety of services.

Hotels with available wedding reception space include:

The Santa Monica Travel & Tourism Sales Department can help you book room blocks (typically 10 or more rooms per night), find hotel blocks at all price points and special event assistance by calling 800-771-2322 or emailing groupsales@santamonica.com.