UPDATE: Locals’ Night at the Pier Postponed Due To Weather, New Holiday Celebration Set For Dec. 18

Due to expected inclement weather, the Santa Monica Pier Corporation has postponed the November 20 Locals’ Night event out of an abundance of caution for guests, performers, vendors, and staff.

The popular community program will return Thursday, December 18, 2025, from 3:30 to 10 p.m., with a special holiday‑themed edition featuring Holiday Cheer on the Pier and Sandy Cane Lane, transforming the Pier into a festive winter waterfront experience for all ages.

The Santa Monica Pier Corporation will also host the unofficial mayor transition ceremony in the Merry Go-Round building.

Presented by Pacific Park, the December Locals’ Night will feature a Holiday Winter Art Mart, local makers offering handcrafted gifts, seasonal treats, Pier‑wide décor, and a lively lineup of live entertainment. Guests can stroll past illuminated displays, shop for last‑minute holiday presents, enjoy family activities, and experience the Pier’s year‑end transformation into a coastal holiday village featuring a special appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus, a Santa Sand Sculpture, Bob Baker Marionettes at Pacific Park, and Paint:Lab Kids Ornament Painting at the Merry Go-Round building.

While many enjoy the magic of Locals’ Night and other free events at the Pier, few realize that it’s made possible by Santa Monica Pier Corporation—a nonprofit that isn’t fully funded by the City of Santa Monica.

“Locals’ Night has grown into one of the Pier’s most meaningful traditions—an evening shaped by the community and for the community,” said Jim Harris, Executive Director and Historian of the Santa Monica Pier. “While weather occasionally changes our plans, our commitment to bringing people together never does. December’s holiday edition will be an incredible celebration of local artists, live music, and the season’s spirit of giving.”

Presented by Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier, Locals’ Night is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for residents to rediscover the magic of the Pier while connecting with their community. Whether dancing to live music, shopping local artisans, or enjoying the stunning ocean views, this event is designed to bring Santa Monicans and all Angelenos together in a fun and festive outdoor setting.

Arrive by Rideshare, Metro, Bus or Bike, the Santa Monica Pier is located at 200 Santa Monica Pier, Suite A, Santa Monica, CA 90401.

The Santa Monica Pier Corporation (SMPC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to preserving and enhancing the Santa Monica Pier experience for every visitor. Through impactful, location-specific programming offered year-round, SMPC ensures that the Pier remains a vibrant, world-class destination that is accessible to all. For more information on happenings at the Pier, please visit santamonicapier.org, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, or Threads.

Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier, LA’s only admission-free amusement park, offers 12 amusement rides, 14 midway games, Snackville with five fun food offerings and seaside retail shopping. Prices and operating hours are subject to change. For more information and operating hours, please call 310-260-8744, visit pacpark.com, and go to Facebook.com/pacificpark, Instagram.com/pacpark or X.com/pacpark.