Events
Weekly Signature Experiences at LouLou
Multiple Dates | Weekly Signature Experiences at LouLou, Level 3
Join us for weekly signature experiences!
Makers Hive Market
September 13th | 12pm - 5pm at Center Plaza
The Makers Hive Market brings curated local handmade goods, art, and vintage items to Santa Monica Place. This community-focused pop-up vendor market is free to attend, pet-friendly, and features live music and photo opps.
Date: September 13th | 12 PM – 5 PM
Where: Center Plaza
What to Expect:
Shop from 35+ incredible local makers and small businesses
Enjoy live music throughout the day
Family-friendly | Free Admission
Sounds of Santa Monica
Various Dates | Center Plaza, Level 1
Join us in Center Plaza for our free live music series!
Schedule:
September 4th
Cassandra May Lorance | 12PM - 3PM
DJ Bryy | 3PM - 6PM
September 5th
Jessica Vines | 12PM - 3PM
DJ J Rhythm | 3PM - 6PM
September 6th
Marcello Henrique | 12PM - 3PM
DJ Ohla | 3PM - 6PM
*In the event of rain, music will be cancelled.
Wellness on the Westside
August 23rd, 10am - 3pm | Center Plaza
Join us for a feel-good festival featuring wellness experiences, healthy living, and the best local brands on the Westside. From yoga and sound baths to massages, healthy food sampling, and Light Therapy, there's something for every mind, body, and soul. Collect stamps on your Wellness Passport as you explore the event and enter to win the Westside Wellness Package!
Sounds of Santa Monica
Various Dates | Center Plaza, Level 1
Join us in Center Plaza in August for our free live music series!
Makers Hive Market
August 9th | 12pm - 5pm at Center Plaza
The Makers Hive Market brings curated local handmade goods, art, and vintage items to Santa Monica Place. This community-focused pop-up vendor market is free to attend, pet-friendly, and features live music and photo opps.
Date: August 9th | 12 PM – 5 PM
Where: Center Plaza
What to Expect:
Shop from 35+ incredible local makers and small businesses
Enjoy live music throughout the day
Family-friendly | Free Admission
Makers Hive Market
July 12th | 12pm - 5pm at Center Plaza
The Makers Hive Market is coming back to Santa Monica Place, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate with the community.
Stella Artois Chalice Engraving Station
July 11th | 3:30 – 5:30PM
July 15th | 3:00 – 4:00PM
Located in Center Plaza
Don't show up to the soccer games empty handed. Get in on the action and pick up a FREE custom engraved Stella Artois chalice at our Stella Artois Chalice Engraving Station.
Free custom engraving, while supplies last*
Two sessions to choose from
Located in Center Plaza
*Offer valid during hours listed above, while supplies last
Cayton Children’s Museum Summer Friday Movie Nights
Fridays through August 28th | Cayton Children's Museum, Level 3
Join us for a very special after-hours museum experience, every Friday night this summer at Cayton Children's Museum! Through the end of August, we're bringing film, play, and hands-on activities together in one shared space where families can explore the museum, settle into a movie theater environment designed with kids in mind, and enjoy the film together in an unforgettable setting. Movie snacks and drinks included in all ticket packages.
Doors open at 5:30pm, movie starts at 6pm
The Schedule:
7/10 – Encanto
7/17 – Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
7/24 – Honey, I Shrunk the Kids
7/31 – Happy Feet
8/7 – Ratatouille
8/14 – Hook
8/21 – Coco
8/28 – Matilda
Looking for a unique birthday party, school event, or group gathering? Private movie screenings are also now available. Contact our events team at events@caytonmuseum.org to learn more.
Santa Monica USA Kick Off Celebration
June 12th, 11am-9pm | Center Plaza, Level 1
Join us for the Westside's ultimate USA Kick Off Celebration & Fan Festival! Santa Monica Place will come alive on Friday, June 12 for an electrifying, all-day fan festival bringing soccer fans together in the heart of Santa Monica.
Cayton Children’s Museum We All Play
May 31st, 2026, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM | Cayton Children's Museum, Level 3
Cayton Children's Museum's signature annual fundraiser returns as a museum-wide family pajama party — and this year is shaping up to be something truly special.
We All Play 2026, presented by Babyletto and hosted by the Women's Philanthropy Circle, will welcome 500 guests for a day of immersive play, live performances, and unforgettable moments across all 24 exhibit spaces.
Beloved children's book author Laura Numeroff will be on hand for a special reading of If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, joined by Marshall from PAW Patrol, a dance lesson led by choreographer Jennifer Hamilton, and a live performance from 10-year-old Isabelle. Guests are encouraged to come in their favorite pajamas and enjoy a full day of programming including a bubble experience, pancake art demos, a museum-wide scavenger hunt, PAW Patrol and Melissa & Doug activations, and more.
Proceeds benefit PLAY4ALL, Cayton's initiative to expand free and subsidized museum access for families across Los Angeles County facing financial barriers.
Tickets are limited to 500 guests..
SMPD Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
May 28th, 12pm | SMPD Substation, Level 1
YOU'RE INVITED
The Santa Monica Police Department Downtown Substation is coming to Santa Monica Place! This new addition brings a dedicated public safety hub to the heart of downtown, making it easier than ever for residents and visitors to connect directly with officers serving our community.
Stop by, meet the team, and show your support for a safer, more connected downtown Santa Monica.
Mats & Matcha
May 16th | 10am - 11am
Join us for a morning of movement and matcha at the new Club Studio Preview Center inside of Santa Monica Place.
We’re partnering with Club Studio and Gather Two for a complimentary Mat Pilates class paired with handcrafted matcha to kick off the weekend.
Recently opened as a temporary community showroom ahead of their June opening, Club Studio is giving guests an exclusive preview of the experience to come before the full studio launch later this summer.
Matcha will be generously served by Gather Two, the beloved LA pop-up coffee cart founded by friends Matt Oh and Jenna Jo.
• Complimentary event
• Limited to 100 RSVPs
• Please bring your own mat
Come move with us, meet the community, and get a first look at one of Santa Monica’s newest wellness destinations.
Cayton Children’s Museum Family Movie Night
Thursday, April 30th | Cayton Children's Museum, Level 3
Join us for a special after-hours Family Movie Night at Cayton Children's Museum, presented in partnership with Lionsgate.
The evening features Akeelah and the Bee — bringing film, play, and hands-on activities together in one shared space where families can explore the museum, settle into a movie theater environment designed with kids in mind, and enjoy the film together in an unforgettable setting.
Mats & Matcha
April 25th | 10am - 11am
Join us for a morning of movement and matcha at Santa Monica Place.
We’re partnering with Club Studio and Gather Two for a complimentary Mat Pilates class paired with handcrafted matcha to kick off the weekend.
Recently opened as a temporary community showroom ahead of their June opening, Club Studio is giving guests an exclusive preview of the experience to come before the full studio launch later this summer.
Matcha will be generously served by Gather Two, the beloved LA pop-up coffee cart founded by friends Matt Oh and Jenna Jo.
• Complimentary event
• Limited to 100 RSVPs
• Please bring your own mat
Come move with us, meet the community, and get a first look at one of Santa Monica’s newest wellness destinations.
Makers Hive Market
April 12th | 12pm - 5pm at Center Plaza
The Makers Hive Market is coming back to Santa Monica Place, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate with the community.
Pandora Garden of Dreams
April 2nd - April 5th | Pandora, Level 2
Stop by Pandora to celebrate the launch of their new Gardens of Dreams collection. Join the in-store event for exclusive offers, complimentary services, and a chance to win a special prize.
Event Highlights
New Gardens of Dreams collection launch with in-store styling sessions
Purchase 2 charms and receive 15% off a charm bracelet
Enter a raffle for a chance to win a special prize
Complimentary cleaning on all Pandora jewelry
Light refreshments will be provided on Saturday, April 4th and Sunday, April 5th.
Western Wednesday at Santa Monica Place
Every Wednesday in April, May, & August | Center Plaza, Level 1
Grab your boots, round up your friends, and learn to line dance at Western Wednesday, a free weekly dose of country on the coast from 6:00PM - 8:00PM. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned two-stepper, everyone is welcome.
March Madness Mania at Santa Monica Place
March 21st | Center Plaza, Level 1
The excitement of March Madness hits the court at Santa Monica Place with a high-energy, basketball-inspired game experience for fans of all ages. Shoot your shot and test your skills with four interactive, carnivalstyle challenges including Rim Shot, Hard drive, Alley Oop, and Bee Ball. Plus enjoy concession-style snacks to keep you fueled.
International Day of Happiness at Santa Monica Place
March 20th | Center Plaza, Level 1
Celebrate joy, connection, and fresh beginnings with us on International Day of Happiness, recognized globally by the United Nations as a reminder that well-being is a fundamental human goal.
We are inviting guests to stop by Concierge to pick up a special pin, a small token as a reminder to smile and share a little happiness.
Saint Patrick’s 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 a four-leaf clover sticker, a fun, festive way to spread good cheer and a bit of Irish luck.
Sounds of Santa Monica | Kid’s Club Edition
Multiple Dates | Center Plaza, Level 1
Join us in Center Plaza for Sounds of Santa Monica: Kids Club Edition — free family-friendly performances featuring singing, dancing, crafts, giveaways, and more!
Makers Hive Market
March 8th | 12pm - 6pm at Center Plaza
The Makers Hive Market is coming back to Santa Monica Place, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate with the community.
Sounds of Santa Monica
2nd weekend of every month | Center Plaza, Level 1
Join us in Center Plaza on the 2nd Friday of every month for our free live music series.
Lunar New Year at Santa Monica Place
Ring in the Year of the Horse at our festive Lunar New Year celebration.
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a festive Lunar New Year event featuring cultural performances, hands-on activities, and live entertainment.
When: February 21 | 2:00–5:00 PM
Where: Center Plaza
LOVE IS IN THE AIR at LouLou
February 14 | LouLou, Level 3
LouLou Santa Monica set the mood for Valentine’s Day with an intimate evening where Romance, Music, and Gastronomy met seamlessly, with Live Performances by DJ’s @colbygofficial and @nelson.de.corseaux, joined by a special appearance from French Singer @melanytoujas_, creating a Soulful, Elegant atmosphere from the first note. Guests enjoy a specially designed Prix-Fixe Valentine’s menu, celebrating Connection, Emotion, and Timeless Romance, The LouLou Way.
Big Feelings Weekend at Cayton Childrens Museum
February 14th-16th | Cayton Childrens Museum, Level 3
Emotional intelligence is often discussed as an abstract concept, but at Cayton Children's Museum, we treat it as a tangible skill set that requires practice. Our Big Feelings Weekend series is designed to move emotional development out of the theoretical and into a physical, play-based curriculum.
Sounds of Santa Monica | Valentine’s Day Edition
February 13th - 16th | Center Plaza, Level 1
Join us for free, live Valentine’s Day–themed jazz music at Santa Monica Place, February 13–16 from 2–5 PM.
Schedule:
February 13 - Bryan Lazar
February 14 - Scotty Bramer Trio
February 15 - Jessica Vines
February 16 - Roderick Chambers
Happy Hour at The Cheesecake Factory
Monday - Friday | Happy Hour at The Cheesecake Factory, Level 3
Happy Hour is on—Monday through Friday, 4–6 PM in the bar area.
The Gourmandise School Series Classes
Ongoing | The Gourmandise School, Level 3
Master the Art of Cooking & Baking with Gourmandise Series Classes. Level up your culinary skills with our upcoming Baking & Pastry Series—a deep dive into the chemistry of baking. Learn everything from muffins to pies in our hands-on classes.
Labubu at Tokyo Japanese Lifestyle
Ongoing | Tokyo Japanese Lifestyle, Level 2
The popular little mischievous monsters, LABUBU, are at Santa Monica Place. Tokyo Japanese Lifestyle has the 'Have a Seat' and the 'Exciting Macaron' available in store now.