Landmark pumpkin patches and farms in California offer a ton of fall fun for the family.
The Spirit Halloween store in Santa Monica is on Wilshire Boulevard.
See which grocery stores in Santa Monica will keep or alter their hours for the upcoming Monday holiday.
Target, GAP and Nordstrom will be among the major chains open for business on the worker holiday.
Find a corn maze, pumpkin patch, gourds and other autumn activities near Santa Monica.
People in Santa Monica are planning Juneteenth events as more places have made June 19 a holiday.
People in Santa Monica can support gay pride at parades, virtual ceremonies and other local events.
Publish a photo of pops on the Santa Monica Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.
Southern California beaches were bustling with families barbecuing and children playing in the sand and surf.
Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Santa Monica Patch.
Pacific Park's Ferris wheel goes “Green” with a variety of green and blue colors, patterns, and icons, along with a spinning globe
The short-term rental company will block one-night reservations during the Fourth of July weekend to discourage unauthorized parties.
If you forgot something for your Easter celebration, then these grocery stores and pharmacies are open. Check out the list.
Easter traditions will be held mostly virtual, with some in-person events, in Santa Monica and Los Angeles County.
HoneyBaked Ham Co. has set an early deadline for shipping orders at a number of its locations, including its Westside store.
See where Ash Wednesday services are held in Santa Monica.
Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Christmas dinner additions in Santa Monica.
Public health officials are calling on Americans to stay home this Christmas. If you can’t, here are a few tips to enjoy the holiday safely
Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Christmas dinner additions from grocery stores in Santa Monica.
Many U.S. kids could go without gifts this Christmas. The Postal Service’s Operation Santa program invites you to keep Santa’s magic alive.
Despite the pandemic, it may still be possible to safely find your ideal Christmas tree this year near Santa Monica.
Providence mental health experts share tips on how to handle pandemic fatigue this holiday season.
Find out when you can pick up those last-minute Thanksgiving staples from Whole Foods, Ralphs and Vons in Santa Monica.
Public health officials are calling on Americans to stay home this Thanksgiving. Here are a few tips to stay safe.
Santa Monica locals can donate or volunteer with the Holiday Food Pantry at Virginia Avenue Park.
Check out these spooky spots in Santa Monica on Halloween.
The Santa Monica Pier's Pacific Wheel will feature ghosts and a sugar skull design on the 90-foot tall attraction.
If you visited a pumpkin patch, you have some carving and cooking to do. Here's our favorite seed recipe and how to preserve your pumpkin.
The Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica opened in 1933 and some say that some guests have never left.
Patch is compiling its 2020 guide to the Santa Monica-area's Best Halloween Yard Displays. Submit your yard haunt.
Enter to win two unlimited ride wristbands, two scoops of ice cream, $50 in game-play at Pacific Park and dinner for two at The Lobster.
See photos of Santa Claus and Santa Monica firefighters visiting young patients at the Mattel Children's Unit at UCLA Medical Center.
Dip your toes, take a plunge or go for a 300-yard or 500-yard buoy swim in the great Pacific, then warm up in the heated Beach House pool.
From sorting toys like an elf, to assembling survival kits, there are plenty of ways to lend a hand and spread some cheer this month.
The toy drive will benefit CHOC Children’s, Barbara Sinatra Center for Abused Children, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and more.
Find out where the registered sex offenders are living in Santa Monica and nearby before the kids go out trick or treating.
Find yourself stuck at a party, unable to drive home? Call AAA's free Tipsy Tow Service to get you, and your car, home safe and sound.
The luck of the Irish will be at Pacific Park this weekend with special green lights and shamrocks to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.
Whether you're a couple in need of a romantic dinner, or best friends in need of a fun night out, there's plenty to do on Valentine's Day.
Jolly old Saint Nicholas will feel nice and cozy when he visits Santa Monica.