spring at the pier
third thursdays | april 16, 2026
Event Summary
Spring has officially sprung on the Pier.
On April 16, Locals' Night transforms Santa Monica Pier into an open-air art market and live music destination from 3:30 to 10PM. Browse and shop from local artists, vintage vendors, makers, and more while the music plays all night long. Free, all ages, and all vibes welcome.
Event Schedule
Merry Go-Round Building
3:30 & 4:30 PM - Books & Cookies Musical Storytime
Pier Parking Deck
4:00 - 8:30 PM - Spring Art Mart
Shop local artists, vintage finds, handmade goods, and one-of-a-kind pieces. Support your community and find something you'll actually love.
Punk Stage
4:00 PM - DJ URL
6:30 PM - NO REACTION
8:30 PM - SECRET HEADLINER
Harvelle’s Stage
5:30 PM - NO CHASERS
7:30 PM - ALLIGATOR BEACH BAND
Classic Car Show
4:00 - 8:00 PM
Patio 66 at Pacific Park (Across from Coffee Bean)
6:00 - 9:30 PM - Salsa Way
Salsa Dance Lessons by Courtney Parisi
Salsa Shows: Milton Martinez, Abela Pena, Gasia Thompson, Braydon Romero
DJ Picoso & DJ Ronnie
Live Music by Sangre Nueva
Pier’s West End (behind Mariasol)
8:00 - 9:00 PM - Save the Pier! Play
Catch this special live performance celebrating the iconic home we all share.
Location
Santa Monica Pier
Merry Go-Round & Parking Deck
200 Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica, CA 90401
TrANSPORTATION
Rideshare
If coming to the Pier, set your destination to 1550 Appian Way to be dropped off by the beach.
Metro
Walk to the Pier from the Downtown Santa Monica Expo Station, head west on Colorado Avenue and walk down the Pier bridge for amazing views and fun.
Bus
Public transportation like the bus is an important step in managing sustainability. Find up-to-date times and schedules at bigbluebus.com.
Bike
Take the Marvin Braude Bike Trail Bikes are allowed on the Pier.
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