locals’ night

third thursdays | DECEMBER 19, 2024

Event Summary

🎉✨ December 19 | 3:30 PM - 8 PM 🎉✨

Let’s wrap up the holiday season in true Santa Monica style with a night packed full of festive fun, music, and community vibes!

🎶 Rockin’ the Night Away Outside on the Pier Deck

Live Music: Feel the groove with Squad Harmonix and The Jane Fonda's bringing their holiday hits.
DJ Proper: Our Santa Monica fave will keep the holiday vibes spinning!

🎶 Sandy Cane Lane: Holiday Car Competition + Show

Join us from 5–8 PM to experience the magic of Sandy Cane Lane, where you'll find the most dazzling, holiday-decked cars you've ever seen. These cars don't just drive—they dazzle, twinkle, and spread holiday cheer like no other.
🎄 The Ultimate Showdown at 7 PM
At 7 PM, the spotlight shines on our holiday car contestants as a panel of judges crowns the Best Holiday Car! Marvel at the creativity and spirit that transforms these vehicles into rolling holiday masterpieces.
🚗 Calling All Car Lovers and Clubs!
Think your car has what it takes to steal the show? We’re inviting car enthusiasts, clubs, and anyone with a passion for festive decor to join the competition!
- Grand Prize: $400 cash, proudly sponsored by Genesis 1 Auto Concepts.
- Runner-Up Prizes: Exciting surprises you won’t want to miss!
  Deck out your car in its most spectacular style—think twinkling lights, whimsical themes, and eye-catching designs—and let your creativity shine!

🎠 Cozy Cheer Inside the Carousel Building

Musical Storytime with Books & Cookies: A whimsical treat for the little ones (and the young at heart!).
Photos with Santa: Snap a pic with the big guy himself! He’s here from 4–7 PM—don’t forget your wishlist!
Bob Baker Marionette Shows: These puppets are bringing the magic with performances at 5 PM and 6:30 PM.
Mayoral Transition Celebration: At 5:30 PM, join us in honoring our city’s leadership with this special holiday moment.
Letters to Santa: Drop off your holiday wishes at our special station, and we’ll make sure they head straight to the North Pole!

🎟️ Win Big with Our Raffle!

Throughout the night, we’ll be giving away amazing prizes from Pier businesses to lucky winners. Stay tuned for details on how to enter—you won’t want to miss it!

This is the ultimate night to soak up the holiday magic on the Pier. Bring your friends, family, and festive spirit for a celebration to remember. See you there! 🎄🎁

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Books & Cookies | 3:30-4:15pm

Join the fun with Books & Cookies' musical storytime for kids in the charming Merry Go-Round building at the Santa Monica Pier! This lively session blends playful stories and sing-along songs to create an engaging, unforgettable experience. Perfect for little ones and their families, it's all about sparking joy, laughter, and a love for reading in a magical, historic spot by the sea. Come make some happy memories!

Instagram: @booksandcookiesla

Bob Baker Marionette Theater | 5:00pm & 6:30pm

Get ready for some string-pulling fun as the Bob Baker Marionette Theater takes over the historic Merry-Go-Round Building! Since 1963, these puppets have been wowing crowds with their quirky moves and playful antics. Join us at 5 PM or 6:30 PM for a holiday-themed show packed with laughs, music, and plenty of charm. It’s a perfect way to add some festive cheer to your night—don’t miss the magic!

Website: bobbakermarionettetheater.com

Letters to Santa | 3:30-8:00pm

Santa’s mailbox is officially open! Stop by the letter-writing desk inside the historic Merry-Go-Round Building and share your holiday wishes with the big guy himself. Whether it’s a heartfelt note or a last-minute wish list, we’ll make sure your letter gets mailed straight to the North Pole. Don’t miss your chance to send some festive magic to Santa—he’s waiting to hear from you! 🎅✉️