Winterlit in Santa Monica

Winterlit, Santa Monica’s holiday celebration, transforms Third Street Promenade and Downtown Santa Monica into an immersive experience for the whole family. Tens of thousands of colorful lights, decor, and garland will deck the Third Street Promenade, 2nd and 4th Streets, illuminating convenient shopping and festive outdoor dining experiences.

Ice at Santa Monica
November 16th Grand Opening! 6-10 pm

Join us for an evening of FREE skating, music, food, and fun!

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 – JANUARY 16, 2023
OPEN DAILY, 12 NOON – 10 PM
Corner of 5th Street and Arizona Avenue
Skate under the stars at the only 8,000-square-foot outdoor ice rink on the Westside. No timed sessions, and no limits. Our all-day skate pass includes re-entry. Learn more.

Photos with Santa
NOVEMBER 19 – DECEMBER 24
Santa Monica Place, 395 Santa Monica Pl.
Visit Santa at his beachside residence for the holiday season, just steps from Third Street Promenade. Learn more.

Official City of Santa Monica Holiday Tree Lighting
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 6-8 PM
Third Street Promenade @ Santa Monica Boulevard
Santa comes to the Promenade for the annual lighting of the official City of Santa Monica 24-foot-tall holiday tree. Join us for performances by local school groups, FREE photos with Santa, and a snowy surprise.

Breakfast with Santa
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3
Santa Monica Place, 395 Santa Monica Pl.
The whole family is invited to breakfast with Santa! Bring the kids for crafts and activities. RSVP Here.

Conscious Holiday Market
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10
Third Street Promenade
Shop 40+ local vendors with a focus on elevated and sustainable brands at Downtown Santa Monica’s favorite artisanal pop-up market. Learn more.

Pet Night with Santa
DECEMBER 14 & 15
Santa Monica Place, 395 Santa Monica Pl.
Bring your furry friends to take special photos with Santa. Learn more.

Menorah Lightings
DECEMBER 18-25
Third Street Promenade
Nightly menorah lightings will take place on the 1400 block of Third Street Promenade as we celebrate Hanukkah.