Santa Monica buzzed with activity. The city welcomed 2024 with a dual celebration. Valentine’s Day offered romance. President’s Day weekend brought more events. A wide variety of activites filled the coast. These happenings drew locals and visitors alike.
Valentine’s Day Romance Blossoms
Love was truly in the air. Santa Monica’s restaurants presented special menus. Gladstone’s served a four-course prix fixe dinner. It featured fresh seafood with oceanfront views. Crudo e Nudo also offered a Venus Tasting Menu. This highlighted local fish. Many dining spots created intimate settings. Citrin provided a special prix-fixe menu. It offered early-week and Valentine’s Day options. Meat on Ocean presented a four-course dinner. The Penthouse at Huntley Santa Monica Beach offered elegant meals. Fitoor Santa Monica provided a warm atmosphere. Its menu encouraged sharing. LouLou Santa Monica combined romance, music, and food. It featured live performances.
Galentine’s Gatherings and Unique Experiences
Friendship also found its celebration. Galentine’s Day gatherings offered fun for friends. 1212 Santa Monica featured a brunch. It included bottomless mimosas and a DJ. The Witches of Westside comedy show added laughs. It promised matchmaking and humor. Pacific Park embraced the spirit. The Pacific Wheel lit up in red and pink. It displayed hearts from February 12 to 16. A heart-themed photo experience captured memories. It was available on the Ferris wheel and in photo booths. The Surfing Fox hosted a “No Labels, Just Love Weekend.” This celebrated connections in all forms.
President’s Day Weekend Activates the City
The long weekend offered even more. Santa Monica hosted diverse events. Block Fest Vol. III transformed the Third Street Promenade. Downtown Santa Monica Inc. partnered with Yappy Studios. This free festival spanned three blocks. It featured live DJs and custom stages. Pop-up bars added to the nightlife. Mardi Gras and Valentine’s Day themes were woven in. Los Angeles-based music collectives hosted dedicated stages. Beat Repeat, Product Pluto, and Yappy Studios were featured. The event offered house music and vinyl sets.
Art, Music, and Community Connection
ATTUNE at Tongva Park provided a unique experience. This was a Los Angeles-wide sound and light art platform. It aimed to connect Angelenos through coordinated art. The free event took place at sunset on Valentine’s Day. Tongva Park was one of several locations across Los Angeles County. This initiative sought to amplify love. It fostered community connectedness through art.
Broader Los Angeles Area Events
The region offered many other activites. The Los Angeles area hosted various events for President’s Day weekend. These included art shows and night markets. Pasadena held a Black History Parade and Festival. San Gabriel featured a Lunar Lantern Festival. These festivals and events highlighted the cultural richness of Los Angeles. They provided options for families and individuals. The events encouraged engagement and celebration.
A Weekend of Diverse Offerings
Santa Monica certainly delivered in 2024. The city provided a blend of romantic dinners and lively festivals. Valentine’s Day brought intimate dining. President’s Day weekend activated public spaces. These activites drew people together. They supported local businesses. The events showcased Santa Monica’s vibrant spirit. It was a successful weekend of romance and community. The city continues to be a hub for memorable celebrations and festivals.
