The Santa Monica Pier Carousel is the premiere site in Southern California for special events like fundraisers, parties and dinners.
If you have any questions, please email Jim at jim@santamonicapier.org or call (310) 458-8901 to start planning!
CAROUSEL RENTAL GUIDELINES
The Carousel Building is a National Historic Landmark and its preservation is of critical importance to the City of Santa Monica. The following guidelines contain specific rules regarding private rental of the Carousel.
OCCUPANCY
250 People for a sit-down dinner
500 People for a stand-up buffet
The deck area immediately outside the southeast entrance of the Carousel may be rented for an additional fee and accommodate up to 100 people. Events attended by more than 300 people must have a Fire Marshal present at a base rate.
All events and activities must end by midnight and the facility VACATED BY 1:00 A.M.
INSURANCE
Individuals, groups, corporations, or non-profit organizations hosting an event are required to provide a certificate of insurance. The City of Santa Monica can provide insurance for the day of the event for an additional fee. All caterers, rental supply companies, private security and any other service companies must also provide the City of Santa Monica a certificate of insurance prior to the event.
$1,000,000.00 combined single limit
Include the City of Santa Monica and Pier Restoration Corporation, Roth Management as additional insured
Signed Hold Harmless Agreement
Signed Carousel Rules & Regulations Agreement
If alcohol is to be served at the event, Liquor Liability Insurance is also required.
SECURITY
Events with more than 50 participants must hire two (2) private security officers
Events with more than 150 participants are required to hire three (3) security officers
Events with more than 250 participants are required to hire four (4) security officers
Carousel Marketing can refer you to a licensed, bonded security company
Santa Monica Police Department reserves the right to require off-duty officer(s) to be hired by the renter based on the nature and date of the event, and number of guests.
Carousel staff operators are not considered security.
ALCOHOL SERVICE
Alcohol service is permitted in the Carousel Building only during private parties when the Carousel is closed to the public.
The Alcohol Beverage Control Board can be contacted at 310/412-6311, and a temporary alcohol permit is secured if required.
Responsible alcohol service must be practiced including ID of anyone who looks under 30 years of age, and refusal of service to intoxicated persons.
If the above guidelines are not adhered to, the Carousel Staff and/or Santa Monica Police Department shall advise the host, failure to correct the problem may result on the event termination and possible police action.
BUSINESS LICENSE
The City of Santa Monica requires all caterers, rental companies, florists, etc., hired for an event to obtain a business license from the City.
Licensing Supervisor, Debby Sowers, can be reached at 310/458-8745.
FILMING PERMIT
The City of Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Pier requires all videos, photography, still and filming to obtain a Filming License, at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to the event. Call 310-458-8737 to obtain a permit.
SMOKING & FLAMMABLE MATERIALS
Smoking is not permitted in the Carousel
Candles and other flammable materials are not permitted in the Carousel or on the deck
On-Site cooking equipment must be approved by Carousel Marketing
A Santa Monica Fire Department permit may be required. Call 310/458-8669 for information.
PARKING
Parking is available on the Pier (very limited parking) and in the 1550 Beach Lot, north of the Pier
Rates vary with the season
Pre-paid parking may be arranged through City of Santa Monica Parking Office 310/458-8295.
There is no free parking or reserved parking
Vehicle weight limits are 20,000 lbs. on the Municipal Pier roadway and 6,000 lbs. on the deck and deck parking area
EVENT PLANNING / CATERING SERVICE
Carousel Marketing will work with you on referrals for caterers, rental companies, florists, etc. Note: Helium balloons are NOT allowed in the Carousel.
Banners, signs, decorations, etc. may NOT be attached in any way to any part of the exterior or interior building at any time.
When using a Catering Company for your event, please note that a representative of your party MUST be present upon arrival of the caterer, equipment rental companies, etc. Carousel Marketing is NOT responsible for the coordination of your event.
All host/hostess are responsible for the clean-up of all food and beverage items brought into the carousel.
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