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As Santa Monica joins communities across the nation in celebrating the 100th anniversary of historic Route 66, Main Street's beloved Summer Soulstice Festival
returns on Saturday, June 20, transforming the neighborhood into a vibrant, car-free celebration of music, community, local businesses, and Southern California beach culture.
From noon to 7 p.m., Main Street will be closed to vehicle traffic between Strand Street and Pier Avenue, creating a walkable festival corridor filled with live music, family activities, outdoor experiences, local food and drinks, classic Volkswagen displays, pickleball, pet-friendly programming, and interactive activations.
While Route 66 is known as America's most famous highway, Summer Soulstice Festival
celebrates the destinations, local businesses, and communities that made the Mother Road an American icon. For one day, Main Street trades traffic for people, inviting residents and visitors to experience one of Santa Monica's most vibrant neighborhoods in a uniquely festive setting.
"Summer Soulstice Festival is all about bringing people together to celebrate everything that makes Main Street special," said Jenny Rice, event producer for the Main Street Business Improvement Association. "From live music and local businesses to family activities and community experiences, the festival captures the spirit of Main Street while creating an unforgettable day for residents and visitors alike."
Presented by Gerber Kawasaki, Summer Soulstice Festival
will feature live performances on two stages throughout the day:
-The Strand Stage lineup includes Noble Creatures from 1 to 2 p.m., This Whole Time from 3 to 4:30 p.m., and Black Sage Burn from 5 to 6 p.m.
-The Pier Stage lineup features Brig Band from 1 to 2:30 p.m., Westside Crew from 3 to 5 p.m., and fan-favorite Petty Theft from 5 to 7 p.m.
In recognition of the Route 66 Centennial, festivalgoers can visit the Route 66-inspired Roadhouse Beer Garden, featuring country house music, a variety of refreshing beverages, giveaways, and activations from Santa Monica Brew Works, Divine Vintage Wines, JuneShine, Sokē &amp; Soula, and Tap Truck Beach Cities. DJ MOZO will provide music throughout the afternoon. Children accompanied by adults are admitted free to the beer garden area.
Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier is a sponsor of Kids’ Zone. Families can enjoy the popular Pump Station Kid Corner, presented in partnership with Pump Station &amp; Nurtury. Activities from noon to 5 p.m. include the Ten Women Craft Station, Sunnyside Music &amp; Kids Entertainment, Rainbow Painted Smiles Face Painting, Super Soccer Stars, Do, Say, Play, and Musical Story Time with Books &amp; Cookies.
Additional Summer Soulstice Festival Experiences
-SUPERGIRL Intergalactic Rest Stop Tour
featuring immersive photo opportunities, giveaways, beauty activations, snacks, and branded experiences as part of a national promotional tour.
-Volo Sports Pickleball offering public play and community programming throughout the afternoon.
-VW Classic Car Show celebrating automotive culture and the upcoming Route 66 Centennial.
-VCA Pet Party featuring pet-friendly activities and a photo booth by Venice Paparazzi.
-Edgemar Day Rave bringing outdoor DJ performances and dance programming to the festival.
Throughout the day, Main Street restaurants, bars, retailers, fitness studios, and local businesses will activate storefronts and outdoor spaces along the festival corridor. Attendees can purchase beverages from participating businesses and enjoy them throughout designated festival areas.
Summer Soulstice Festival attracts thousands of attendees annually and has become one of Santa Monica's signature summer traditions, serving as a major economic driver for local businesses, a showcase of local culture and entertainment, and a celebration of the community spirit that defines Main Street.

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The Culver City Symphony Orchestra concludes its 2025-26 season on Saturday, June 20th with A Tribute to Our Roots in Black America, as Maestro Clyde Mitchell and the Orchestra present a powerful Juneteenth celebration featuring works by Florence Price, George Walker, William Grant Still, and Scott Joplin—honoring the enduring influence of Black composers on American music, their notable "firsts", and their links with the history of our Orchestra and of Los Angeles.Featured works include William Grant Still's "Afro-American Symphony" which, in 1931, became the first complete work by an African American composer to be performed by a major Symphony Orchestra. In 1936, Stll conducted the LA Phil at the Hollywood Bowl, becoming the first African American to conduct a major orchestra.&nbsp;

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The Santa Monica “Pier 360” Beach Festival returns June 27–28, 2026, bringing two action-packed days of ocean sports, live entertainment, beach culture, and community celebration to the iconic Santa Monica shoreline. The free, all-ages festival transforms the beach and Pier into the ultimate Southern California summer experience, welcoming thousands of locals and visitors for competition, music, food, interactive experiences, and nonstop good vibes.
Tracing its roots back to the 1930s, when paddleboard racing first took hold at the Santa Monica Pier, Pier 360 celebrates the rich traditions of California beach life while showcasing today’s most exciting sand and sea competitions. Festival activities begin at 9 a.m. daily, with festivities continuing throughout the Pier and beach until 5 p.m.
“Pier 360” Main Attractions
-Paddleboard Races - Celebrate the birthplace of paddleboard racing with multiple competition formats open to athletes of all levels.
-Ocean Swims - Open-water swim competitions featuring multiple distances, divisions, and age categories.
-Beach Volleyball Tournaments - Pier 360 Beach Festival partners with Volo Sports
to present a recreational 4-on-4 beach volleyball tournament, continuing Santa Monica's proud tradition as one of the world's most celebrated beach volleyball destinations with top athletes competing all weekend. 
-Santa Monica Strongman Classic - One of Pier 360’s signature attractions returns with elite male and female athletes competing in high-energy strength events directly on the beach.
-Lifeguard Competitions - Historic surfboat races, Junior Guard events, and ocean safety competitions celebrate Santa Monica’s lifeguard legacy.
-Ghost Jam Skate - An energetic showcase of skateboarding culture featuring free skate, demos and skate lessons, clinics, competitions for cash prizes, and top regional skaters.
-POP SK8 Roller Rink - The popular community roller rink returns to the Pier deck with free skating and all-day sessions overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
-Beer &amp; Spirits Garden - Festivalgoers 21-plus can relax with cold alcohol beverages while enjoying music, ocean views, and festival energy.

<h3>- Main Stage Entertainment - Live music and performances throughout the weekend keep the Santa Monica Pier energized with a soundtrack worthy of a California summer.</h3>
<h3>-Museum of Beach Life - An immersive exhibit exploring the history of surf culture, Muscle Beach, paddleboard racing, and Santa Monica’s enduring connection to the ocean.</h3>
<h3>-Family Activities &amp; Interactive Games - Kids activities, beach games, brand activations, and hands-on experiences create a fun environment for guests of all ages.</h3>
<h2>-Beach Festival Experiences - While general admission is free, guests can upgrade with a Pier 360 Festival Pass, a $25 add-on that includes an official festival T-shirt, swag bag, one Pacific Park ride and one complimentary beverage ticket.</h2>

“Pier 360” Beach Festival is produced by Santa Monica Pier Corporation, along with these great community partners and sponsors including Toyota, Michelob Ultra, UCLA Health, Lifeway, Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier, NEFT Vodka, Santa Monica Travel &amp; Tourism, Hot Dog on a Stick, Costco, Gatorade, Ryze, C4 Energy, Kinda Fit Kinda Fat, Sure Stay by Best Western, Volo Los Angeles, Sparkling Ice Caffeine, Raising Cane’s, Natalie’s and Bovita Health.
While many enjoy the magic of “Pier 360”
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.
Free to attend with some competitions requiring advance registration and entry fees. Beach activities begin at 8 a.m. Pier deck opens at 10 a.m. For full details, athlete registration, volunteer opportunities, vendor inquiries, and festival passes are now available online at<a href="https://www.santamonicapier.org/pier360" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.santamonicapier.org/pier360</a>
Arrive by Rideshare, Metro, Bus or Bike. The Santa Monica Pier is located at 200 Santa Monica Pier, Suite A, Santa Monica, CA 90401.

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Hollywood Bowl

From the Hollywood Bowl:
"It's a celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday! The Beach Boys perform chart-toppers from throughout their career, including 'Surfin’ USA,' 'I Get Around,' and 'Fun, Fun, Fun,' and pay tribute to the 60th anniversary of their seminal album 'Pet Sounds.' Plus, Thomas Wilkins&nbsp;leads the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and&nbsp;it’s all topped off by a huge fireworks show."
Additional shows July 2 and 4.
<a href="https://www.hollywoodbowl.com/events/performances/4249/2026-07-02/july-fourth-fireworks-spectacular-with-the-beach-boys" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">More info and tickets here.</a>
— Photo by Chris Lindahl/Patch

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From the Hollywood Bowl:
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From the Hollywood Bowl:
"It's a celebration of the United States’ 250th birthday! The Beach Boys perform chart-toppers from throughout their career, including 'Surfin’ USA,' 'I Get Around,' and 'Fun, Fun, Fun,' and pay tribute to the 60th anniversary of their seminal album 'Pet Sounds.' Plus, Thomas Wilkins&nbsp;leads the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra, and&nbsp;it’s all topped off by a huge fireworks show."
Additional shows July 2 and 3.
<a href="https://www.hollywoodbowl.com/events/performances/4249/2026-07-02/july-fourth-fireworks-spectacular-with-the-beach-boys" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">More info and tickets here.</a>
— Photo by Chris Lindahl/Patch

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