Welcome to the Holidays at Santa Monica Place!

Photos with Santa and Holiday Décor

Santa returns to Center Plaza for photos in a cozy holiday setting. Pet lovers can bring their four-legged friends for Pet Nights. The Plaza also features a 50-foot Christmas tree, oversized gift boxes, and twinkling lights throughout.
November 14 – December 24 | Hours vary
Closed Thanksgiving Day; Christmas Eve hours: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m

Strike a pose

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.

Reserve your spot

Sounds of Santa Monica: Holiday Edition

Live performances from local musicians and DJs with holiday-inspired sets.
November 28 – January 4 | Thursdays – Sundays, 12 – 6 p.m.

Let's dance

Carolers

Enjoy traditional holiday carolers spreading cheer throughout the center.
December 5 – 7 | 3 – 6 p.m.

Spread cheer

Beach Belles Performances

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.

Showtime

Snowfall at Santa Monica Place

A new seven-to-ten-minute immersive snowfall experience with music and lighting effects.


December 5 – 7, 12 – 14, 19 – 24 | Shows at 6 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Let it snow

The Gourmandise School Holiday Classes

Seasonal baking kits and specialty cooking classes, from cookie decorating to the annual Yule Log Bake & Take.
November 25 & December 7 | Various Times

Explore the schedule

Holiday Experiences

Seasonal fun for all ages with The Gourmandise School and Cayton Children’s Museum offering hands-on holiday activities and creative play.
November – December | Times vary

The Views in Santa Monica