Venice Beach Pride Block Party

The 2026 U.S. Open of Freestyle Skateboarding at Venice Beach, Saturday, June 13th.

The Venice Beach department of Recreation and Parks in coordination with the USA Freestyle Skateboarding Association presents the U.S. Open of Freestyle Skateboarding! Join the best freestyle skateboarders in the world for a Pro/Am freestyle showdown at the iconic Venice Beach Roller Dance Plaza!

Celebrate the opening of the Malibu Skate Park at Go Skateboarding Day in partnership with XCLA. Participate in a skate jam, watch pro demos, enjoy food trucks, and purchase merchandise from local skate vendors. The first 100 children (ages 14 and under) who visit the City of Malibu Community Services Department booth will get free ice cream. Parking will be available at Malibu Bluffs Park and in the designated area along Malibu Canyon Road in between Pacific Coast Highway and Civic Center Way. There will be crossing guards at the corner of Malibu Canyon Road and Pacific Coast Highway.

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Los Angeles police officers respond to another malicious hoax call to the area of the Venice Beach Boardwalk at Westminster which is right under the live webcam. There has been a surge of fake calls to police to this area for various emergencies.

Zuma Cars and Coffee brings every type of person to share the passion of the automobile and motorsports. You will often find the world’s rarest, most expensive and fastest cars displayed here. A community event where celebrities and us regular folk walk around, take pictures and visit with fellow enthusiasts. And we really aren’t snobs!!

Cars on display include hyper-cars, exotic cars, race cars, classic cars as well as the unusual. This is where auto enthusiasts gather to share their amazing vehicles and camaraderie.

Zuma Cars and Coffee is a monthly event beginning at 9:00 AM and ending at 11:30 AM. It takes place on the first Sunday of selected months. The location is at Perry’s Beach Cafe, 2400 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica.

The inaugural Pacific Palisades Motor Classic brings 200+ curated vehicles to the heart of Pacific Palisades on Saturday, June 13th, 2026. From vintage roadsters to exotic supercars to the latest in EV technology, this event will have something for everyone and has been designed to help revitalize the community. Every ticket, partnership, and entry supports the Lowe Family YMCA as it rebuilds from the Palisades Fire.



Palisades Village
15225 Palisades Village Lane
Los Angeles, CA 90272

Experience a three-block festival featuring DJs, 20+ local food vendors, a World Cup viewing hub, and Pride Month programming!

On Saturday, June 13, Santa Monica Block Fest (SMBF) Vol. IV takes over the Third Street Promenade for its biggest edition yet! Dance to live electronic music featuring Bijou, Surf Mesa, Autograf, and more, with stages showcasing house, bass, and melodic electronic sounds. Between sets, discover the brand-new food night market on Arizona Avenue, packed with local eats, drinks, and plenty to explore. With the World Cup kicking off and Pride Month in full swing, SMBF Vol. IV is bringing both celebrations to the heart of Downtown Santa Monica. Expect World Cup energy throughout the event and a lineup featuring LGBTQ+ artists across multiple stages. The party starts long before sunset, with Downtown Santa Monica, Inc.'s Pride celebration leading directly into Block Fest for a full day and night of music, community, and celebration.

Presented by the City of Santa Monica and Downtown Santa Monica, Inc., SMBF Vol. IV kicks off a new monthly summer series and expands the festival experience with new attractions across the district. Arizona Avenue will come alive with a brand-new night market featuring more than 20 local food vendors, while merch pop-ups throughout the Entertainment Zone will showcase Santa Monica and Los Angeles-based small businesses. Festivalgoers can fuel up with favorites including Villas Tacos, Sevan Kebab House, Yakitori Yado, Tao's Bao, Shake Ramen, and more while exploring everything the event has to offer.

Sat, Jun 13, 2026 5:00 PM

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Golden Hour on the Third Street Promenade is a recurring activation that transforms the Promenade into a vibrant, pedestrian-focused gathering space during World Cup season. Running from Broadway to Wilshire, the experience builds from afternoon energy into an evening social atmosphere.

Designed to complement Pier-based match viewing, Golden Hour focuses on pre and post match gathering rather than live broadcast, creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and families. The series establishes a consistent rhythm that drives foot traffic and reinforces Downtown Santa Monica as the city's central World Cup destination.

June 12, June 27 & July 10

2:00 PM – 10:00 PM

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Santa Monica Place will come alive on Friday, June 12 for the USA Kickoff Celebration, an electrifying viewing event bringing soccer fans together in the heart of Santa Monica. Festivities begin at 11 AM with a dynamic pre-game atmosphere in Center Plaza featuring a 30-foot LED wall for prime match viewing, DJs, giveaways, games, trivia, interactive activations, and photo moments — ahead of the featured live broadcast of the FIFA World Cup 26™ USA vs. Paraguay match at 6 PM.

Festivities begin at 11 a.m. with a dynamic pre-game atmosphere in Santa Monica Place’s Center Plaza featuring large LED screens for prime match viewing, along with DJs, giveaways, games, trivia, interactive activations, and photo opps, and live match coverage of FIFA World Cup 26™ Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina at 12 p.m. ahead of the featured live broadcast of the FIFA World Cup 26™ USA vs. Paraguay match at 6 p.m.

Sponsored by Michelob ULTRA, Stella Artois and NUTRL, the event will feature immersive brand visibility throughout the property. From high-energy beer gardens and multiple activations to premium lounges and interactive fan engagement zones.

There will be free WiFi, workspace lounges, and interactive programming designed to encourage guests to spend the day onsite connecting, working remotely, and networking with fellow soccer fans and members of the local business community across Los Angeles.

Beginning at 11 a.m., Santa Monica Place will come alive with a range of interactive, high-energy programming designed to engage fans throughout the day, leading up to the USA kickoff match.

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