In a monumental moment for the city's Realignment Plan, last night the City Council approved preliminary agreements on five major events that will put the city center stage as a wave of international events comes to LA over the next few years. 🔗: www.santamonica.gov/press/2025/1...

New  Parking Rates are coming to Santa Monica   The city of Santa Monica is implementing new public parking rates effective Jan. 12, 2026, designed to make pricing easier to understand and encourage Downtown visitors to stay longer and pay less. www.santamonica.gov/press/2025/1...

🕎 Happy Hanukkah Santa Monica Celebrate the Festival of Lights in the heart of Downtown Santa Monica. Local community groups will be hosting Menorah lightings on the 1400 block of Third Street Promenade starting tonight at sundown from Dec. 14 - 21. See you there!

🚦 Streetlight and signal upgrades completed at Broadway and 5th We continue to make progress on the Realignment Plan! The city of Santa Monica recently completed signal improvements at Broadway and 5th Street.

On Dec. 9, Caroline Torosis will be sworn in as the next mayor of Santa Monica and Jesse Zwick will take the position of mayor pro tem. Torosis will take the helm from outgoing Mayor Lana Negrete, who has served in the post since 2024.

It's been a rainy night and morning, and Santa Monica Public Works crews are responding to flooding in Lot 1N, the beach bike path and near the Pier. Lot 1N remains open with parking and pier access. Please use caution and stay out of standing water and away from beach storm drains.

Each year on Nov. 20, we honor the memory of transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. Santa Monica stands with its transgender and gender-nonconforming community and is committed to being and growing into a safer and more inclusive city.

Due to the forecast of heavy rain and flooding this Saturday, Nov. 15, recycling event has been postponed. 🌧️ The new event date is Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 2500 Michigan Ave. We apologize for the inconvenience. 🔗: santamonica.gov

Rain starts Thursday so plan ahead! 🌧️ Free empty sandbags are available at all Santa Monica Fire Stations and sand is available at Clover Park. Some other tips to make sure you’re ready for rainy weather: 🚗 Take your time navigating wet roads 🔦Turn on your headlights

🚧 Road closures: Travis Barker’s Run Travis Run 📍Ocean Ave. from Santa Monica Blvd. And Colorado Ave. 📍Ocean Ave. from Santa Monica Blvd. & Arizona Ave. 📅 Sunday, Nov. 9 🕗 5 a.m. – 2 p.m. Please follow posted signs and traffic control devices. Use alternate routes.

The city of Santa Monica is thrilled to be recognized as a “Most Business-Friendly City" by @LAEDC's Eddy Awards. Learn more about how we're making it easier than ever to do business in Santa Monica: www.santamonica.gov/blog/santa-m...

The city and Santa Monica Place are partnering to open a new police substation. The substation is a cornerstone investment of the city’s newly adopted Realignment Plan, which prioritizes public safety & downtown revitalization. Read more: www.santamonica.gov/press/2025/1...

Join us tonight on the 1300 block of Third Street Promenade for Game 2 of the World Series! Watch the game for free with fellow fans, enjoy drinks in the open air thanks to our Entertainment Zone and cheer on the Boys in Blue! Let's go #Dodgers! See you there!

TOMORROW: You won’t want to miss the first-ever pep rally celebrating the @dodgers on the Third Street Promenade! PLUS — meet former LA Dodger legends Adrian Gonzalez, Eric Karros and Steve Garvey! 📅 Tomorrow, Oct 23 ⏰ 6–8 PM Let’s go Dodgers! 💙🤍

Join us for a Dodger's Pep Rally on the 1300 Block of the Third Street Promenade, right near our beloved Dodgers Clubhouse! 🗓️ Thursday, Oct. 23 🕗 6-8 p.m. 🆓 FREE ENTRY Go Dodgers!

To those who celebrate Diwali, we wish you and your family happiness, prosperity and joy!

⚠️Parking Structure update! Parking Structure 5, located at 1440 4th St., is now open. Members of the public and monthly parking customers may resume regular use of the parking structure. If you have questions about parking, email [email protected].

Due to peaceful protest activity, Ocean Ave is closed to vehicle traffic between Alta Ave and Idaho Ave. Please use alternate routes. For protest and public safety information, please visit www.santamonica.gov/protest-updates.

A planned protest is scheduled today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Palisades Park. Traffic delays may occur on Ocean Ave. For more information about the event, visit www.santamonica.gov/protest-updates.

To prepare for an event in downtown Santa Monica, Olympic Drive between Main Street and 4th St, Main St between Colorado Ave and Pico Blvd, and the Civic Center Parking Structure will be closed. Please use alternate routes and follow public safety officials’ directions.

The city of Santa Monica is aware of planned "No Kings" rallies across the nation and in the greater Los Angeles area, including in Santa Monica at Palisades Park, on Saturday, Oct. 18.   Learn more at santamonica.gov/protest-updates

UPDATE: National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm WARNING for west central Los Angeles County, including Santa Monica. Strong winds are likely with gusts reaching 60 mph. Seek shelter indoors and avoid non-essential travel.

Santa Monica celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month! At the latest City Council meeting, the SAMO High School Legado Latino Club proudly read the city's official Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation. From September 15 through October 15, we honor the cultures of Hispanic Heritage in Santa Monica.

BALLOT DROP BOXES ARE OPEN!!! Vote by Mail ballots are on the way--and Drop Boxes are now open across LA County! Find your nearest Drop Box at LAVote.gov/dropbox #VoteByMail #LAVotes #CAStatewideSpecial Election

Mark you calendars! 📅 The California ShakeOut Earthquake Drill is on Thursday, October 16th at 10:16am. Practice earthquake safety actions at home, work, school, or even in your car! Learn how to prepare for an earthquake at earthquakecountry.org/sevensteps/

🎨 The first-ever Public Works Department Artist in Residence Debra Scacco will debut Laboratory for the Future on Oct. 11 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Santa Monica Airport Arts Center Propeller Gallery. 🔗:https://tinyurl.com/SMArtExhibits

Researchers from the UCLA Samueli School of Engineering in partnership with The Bay Foundation and the City of Santa Monica have completed a series of nontoxic pink dye releases near the Pier. 🔗: https://www.santamonica.gov/blog/santa-monica-bay-turns-pink-in-the-name-of-science-ocean-health

Remembering: Songs of home, stories of the heart We invite you to Reed Park and the Miles Memorial Playhouse for the Gather & Grow series this summer! 📅 Saturday, Oct. 4 🕓 4 -7 p.m. 📍 1130 Lincoln Blvd. See you there!

G'mar chatima tova to all those in our community who are observing Yom Kippur today. We wish you an easy fast and time for reflection.

Shanah Tovah to all who celebrate Rosh Hashanah in Santa Monica. May this New Year bring sweetness and renewal.

The Stage Speaks✨ We invite you to Reed Park and the Miles Memorial Playhouse for the Gather & Grow series this summer! 📅 Saturday, Sept. 6 🕓 4-7 p.m. 📍 1130 Lincoln Blvd. See you there!

Film Santa Monica: Permits made simple. Production made iconic! Film SM is the official film office for the city, providing a streamlined process from permit to production and offering a personalized permit concierge to ensure ease for filmmakers. filmsantamonica.com.

Today, we celebrate a Santa Monica legend, Mr. Lloyd C. Allen on his 104th birthday!🎂 Mr. Allen started his journey in Santa Monica in 1939, he was one of Santa Monica’s first Black entrepreneurs. Please join us in commemorating the official Santa Monica Lloyd C. Allen Day!

On Monday Sept. 1, Big Blue Bus will operate a weekend schedule in observance of Labor Day. Normal hours of operation will resume Tuesday, Sept. 2. Routes 5, 15, 16, 41, 44, and Rapid 10 and will not be in service. UCLA's Hilgard Terminal will be closed. 🔗: bigbluebus.com/holidayservice

Pack your picnic blankets and join us for Endless Summer C.A.M.P. on Saturday, Aug. 23 at Tongva Park from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.🌴☀️ This free, family-friendly celebration features arts and crafts, live marimba music, opera mashups and a bubble party!

Sunshine and Strings 🪉 Come join us for a delightful afternoon of music! Bring your ukulele and strum-a-long with Crystal Jasso and enjoy a gorgeous performance by String Theory. 📅 Saturday, Aug. 16 🕓 4-7 p.m. 📍 1130 Lincoln Blvd. 🔗: www.eventbrite.com/e/sunshine-s...

Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete wishes all students a happy first day of school and a memorable year ahead, filled with growth, friendship and success!

Meet Meredith from Autonomy Farms, one of the incredible vendors at the Santa Monica Farmers Market, proudly raising beef, pork, chicken and lamb just outside of Bakersfield since 2013. You can find Autonomy Farms every Wednesday at the Downtown Farmers Market.

The city of Santa Monica is commemorating its 150th anniversary by offering microgrant opportunities for public events, open to all community members. Applications for projects on the anniversary themes are now open through Nov. 10. More at santamonica150.com

Celebrate Dine LA Week in Santa Monica! 🍴 From July 25 - Aug. 8, indulge in limited-time menus at some of the city's top spots! Hungry for more? View the full list at dineLA.com and make your reservations now! #DineLA #SantaMonica #SupportLocalRestaurants

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Wallis Annenberg, a visionary philanthropist whose generosity improved the well-being of countless community members through SM’s Annenberg Community Beach House. We extend our condolences to the Annenberg family and all who were touched by her life.

The city of Santa Monica is partnering with LA County's LA versus Hate on its "Signs of Solidarity" campaign to provide free posters and yard signs for residents and businesses to take a visible stand against hate. More information is available at santamonica.gov/equity

Join us tonight, Thursday, July 17, from 4–7 p.m. at Reed Park and the newly revived Miles Memorial Playhouse for the State of the City. Special thanks to Mascot Sports for sponsoring the stage and dj for the event. Find more information at SMStateoftheCity.eventbrite.com.

Santa Monica City Hall will be closed Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. Please see the complete list of facility closures and service changes at santamonica.gov.

In honor of our continuing Pride Month celebration, we talk to Councilmember Dan Hall about his life experiences and his love for our beautiful, inclusive community. We hope to see you this weekend for Pride on the Promenade! Check out smpride.com for more details.

Have you heard? Santa Monica's Entertainment Zone is open on the world-famous Third Street Promenade! That means that adults 21+ can enjoy their alcoholic beverage while strolling down the Promenade Friday-Sunday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. tinyurl.com/SMentertainmentzone

A message from Mayor Lana Negrete 
Today, thousands gathered peacefully in Santa Monica at Palisades Park and across the nation to raise their voices in a powerful and uplifting expression of First Amendment rights. Peace is powerful. Let’s keep leading with it.

Protest activity in Palisades Park continues to unwind. No issues have been reported. Ocean Avenue is now open to vehicle traffic. Thank you to participants for peacefully demonstrating and continuing to keep a calm presence. More info: santamonica.gov/june-14-protest-updates

Ocean Ave. is closed to vehicle traffic from Idaho Ave. to Adelaide Dr. due to peaceful protests. Updates: www.santamonica.gov/june-14-prot...

Santa Monica respects everyone’s First Amendment right to peaceful protest and wants to ensure our community can do so in a safe manner. We are closely monitoring the “No Kings” protest in Palisades Park today. Updates will be shared at santamonica.gov/june-14-prot....