Celebrate the holiday season in Downtown Santa Monica with various events and festivities from November through January!
Ice at Santa Monica presented by Disney+
Open Nov. 8 through January 20
Santa Monica's favorite ice rink is back! Lace up your skates and join us at the corner of 5th Street and Arizona Avenue for the ultimate holiday experience. To buy tickets and for more information, visit ICEATSANTAMONICA.COM.
1324 5th St. (Corner of 5th Street and Arizona Avenue)
Official City of Santa Monica Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
Thursday, November 21 | 6-8 p.m.
Santa will make a special appearance for the annual Holiday Tree Lighting, where he will illuminate the official City of Santa Monica holiday tree. Enjoy live performances from Westside Ballet, Samohi Choir, Lincoln Middle School's Madrigals, and SMC Emeritus Concert Band. After the lighting, Santa will take FREE photos with the public and make it snow! RSVP Here.
Third Street Promenade, 1300 Block (between Santa Monica Blvd. and Arizona Ave.)
Holiday Thursdays
December 5, 12 & 19 | 5-7 p.m.
Gather around the tree every Thursday in December 'till Christmas for festive fun! Hand deliver your letter to Santa, sip hot cocoa, shop local vendors, make holiday crafts and enjoy a special performance by Toyland Brass Band. Plus, there will be "snow"! Local Girl Scouts will be on hand to wrap gifts and the Promenade will be decked out in its holiday best. FREE RSVP.
Third Street Promenade, 1300 Block
Hanukkah in Santa Monica
December 25 - January 1 | Sundown
Celebrate the Festival of Lights during the Hanukkah season with nightly menorah lightings on the 1200 block of Third Street Promenade (located between Santa Monica Blvd. and Broadway). Each night is sponsored by a different group and features a different program.
1200 Block, Third Street Promenade
Ring in the New Year: East Coast Countdown Celebration
Sunday, December 31 | 8:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Ring in the New Year with a family-friendly East Coast Countdown Celebration. Ice at Santa Monica, presented by Netflix, invites guests to a heartwarming and unforgettable New Year's Eve celebration tailored for families and kids of all ages. Experience ice skating under the stars, indulge in delicious food and drinks, and join in the excitement of a countdown to midnight (East Coast time). Learn More.
Ice at Santa Monica, 1324 5th St.