Events
Din Tai Fung Holiday Collection
November 6th-December 31st | Din Tai Fung Level 3
Starting November 6, guests can celebrate the holidays with a touch of Din Tai Fung charm. The 2025 Holiday Collection features a new Limited-Edition Ornament Set, festive Gift Card and eGift Card, plus the return of fan favorites — the Bao Bao Hat and Clip-On Bao Bao Plush.
Photos with Santa
Santa returns to Center Plaza for photos in a cozy holiday setting! The Plaza also features a 50-foot Christmas tree, oversized gift boxes, and twinkling lights throughout for more photo-ops!
November 14 – December 24 | Hours vary
Sounds of Santa Monica: Holiday Edition
November 28th - January 4th | Center Plaza, Level 1
Enjoy live performances from emerging musicians and local DJs. Join us in Center Plaza and sing to holiday-inspired sets all season long.
Holiday Carolers at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7 | 3 – 6 p.m.
Enjoy traditional holiday carolers spreading cheer throughout the center.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
Holiday Carolers at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7 | 3 – 6 p.m.
Enjoy traditional holiday carolers spreading cheer throughout the center.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
Holiday Carolers at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7 | 3 – 6 p.m.
Enjoy traditional holiday carolers spreading cheer throughout the center.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
Pet Photos with Santa
Bring your cats and dogs for festive photos with Santa! Pets must be on a leash or in a carrier.
December 10 & 11 | 4 – 7 p.m.
Pet Photos with Santa
Bring your cats and dogs for festive photos with Santa! Pets must be on a leash or in a carrier.
December 10 & 11 | 4 – 7 p.m.
Beach Belles at Santa Monica Place
Experience high-kick holiday dance performances from the Santa Monica Beach Belles!
December 12 – 14 & 19 – 23 | 3 – 7 p.m.
December 24 | 12 – 4 p.m.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
Beach Belles at Santa Monica Place
Experience high-kick holiday dance performances from the Santa Monica Beach Belles!
December 12 – 14 & 19 – 23 | 3 – 7 p.m.
December 24 | 12 – 4 p.m.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
Beach Belles at Santa Monica Place
Experience high-kick holiday dance performances from the Santa Monica Beach Belles!
December 12 – 14 & 19 – 23 | 3 – 7 p.m.
December 24 | 12 – 4 p.m.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
Beach Belles at Santa Monica Place
Experience high-kick holiday dance performances from the Santa Monica Beach Belles!
December 12 – 14 & 19 – 23 | 3 – 7 p.m.
December 24 | 12 – 4 p.m.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
Beach Belles at Santa Monica Place
Experience high-kick holiday dance performances from the Santa Monica Beach Belles!
December 12 – 14 & 19 – 23 | 3 – 7 p.m.
December 24 | 12 – 4 p.m.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
Beach Belles at Santa Monica Place
Experience high-kick holiday dance performances from the Santa Monica Beach Belles!
December 12 – 14 & 19 – 23 | 3 – 7 p.m.
December 24 | 12 – 4 p.m.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
Snowfall at Santa Monica Place
December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Introducing Snowfall at Santa Monica Place! A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.
The Gourmandise School Series Classes
Ongoing | The Gourmandise School, Level 2
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.
Weekly Signature Experiences at LouLou
Multiple Dates | Weekly Signature Experiences at LouLou, Level 3
Join us for weekly signature experiences!
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.
Sunrise Yoga Series with Sweat Yoga
November 22nd | East Court, Level 1
Join us in East Court for a 60-minute sunrise flow with Sweat Yoga.
Makers Hive Market
November 5th | 10am-7pm 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.
Ksubi x Pieces Event
November 1st from 1pm-4pm | Level 1
PIECES x KSUBI: Live Custom Airbrush Event at Santa Monica Place
Join PIECES Santa Monica for an exclusive in-store experience on Friday, November 1 from 1–4 PM.
Trick or Treat Downtown Santa Monica
October 31st | Downtown Santa Monica
Kids, parents, and pups in costume, get ready for FREE treats, games, and Halloween fun on Third Street Promenade!
Sunrise Yoga Series with Sweat Yoga
October 25th | East Court, Level 1
Join us in East Court for a 60-minute sunrise flow with Sweat Yoga.
Makers Hive Market
October 5th | 10am-7pm at Center Plaza
The Makers Hive Market is coming to Santa Monica Place for the very first time, and we couldn’t be more excited to celebrate with the community.
Pandora Style Your Story
September 13th & 14th | Pandora, Level 2
Join Pandora for an afternoon of:
The launch of the new Talisman Collection
Complimentary treats while you shop
A chance to connect with the Pandora Santa Monica team
Date: Saturday, 9/13 & Sunday, 9/14
This event is their way of saying thank you for being part of the Pandora family. Celebrate with them and discover the new collection in person.
Sounds of Santa Monica | Kids Edition
Now - Sept. 30th, 2025 | Center Plaza, Level 1
Join us on Fridays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM for kid-friendly singing and dancing in Center Plaza.
Western Wednesday
Every Wednesday through October | Center Plaza, Level 1
Santa Monica Place presents Western Wednesday
Giddy up & get down!