The following is a submission from the City of Santa Monica.
Underwater listening sessions, a cardboard yacht regatta, pride events, summer solstice moments, special adults-only swims, along with a variety of sand and beach recreation is set for a summer of fun for all ages at the Annenberg Community Beach House.
On Sunday, June 2, dublab sets the tone for a chill summer with Ocean of Sound, (age 18+), a curated evening of artists providing restorative listening – above and below the water.
For a more raucous kick-off to a Beach House summer the 12th annual all-ages Cardboard Yacht Regatta on Saturday, June 15 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. makes waves as two-person teams race themed cardboard and duct tape yachts across the historic pool while spectators cheer them on. Teams must pre-register, and the fee is $20 per team.
The pool will open for daily recreation swimming on Sunday, June 16, through Labor Day, Monday, September 2. Pool hours will be Monday through Thursday from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, July 4 and September 2, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Special events celebrating June’s SaMo PRIDE will include Family PRIDE, free with RSVPs encouraged, on Friday, June 14 and PRIDE Sunset Swim (age 18+) on Friday, June 21.
New this year, Summer Solstice: Big Talk Sunset Picnic on June 20 offers a communal way to connect and revel in solstice energy. This free event is for all ages. RSVPs encouraged.
July and August events include Sunset Swim (age 18+) on Fridays July 12, & 26 and August 9 & 23.
Free events open to all ages include Sunset Picnics on Thursdays July 18 and August 15, and Santa Monica Public Library on August 9. RSVPs are encouraged.
Summer-inspired recreation classes include stand-up paddleboard, Floating Fitness Workout, yoga, and volleyball for youth and adults, and for youth there is Bounce and semi-private swim lessons and Bounce summer camp.
For more information, visit annenbergbeachhouse.com.
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WHAT:
dublab Ocean of Sound
an evening of restorative listening–above and below the water. Lay back and lounge poolside, beneath the setting sun, or dive beneath the surface to experience our underwater speakers, resonating with meditative performances from Colloboh and Inkarose, a vocal sound healing meditation guided by Odeya Nini, and a mindful and environmental DJ set from Noah Klein. Join us by the Pacific, and float along on our sound waves. Pool admission is included with registration.
WHEN:
Sunday, June 2, 2024, 5 – 8 p.m.
WHERE:
Annenberg Community Beach House, 415 Pacific Coast Hwy
MORE INFO:
Register here.
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WHAT:
Cardboard Yacht Regatta
The 12th annual all-ages Cardboard Yacht Regatta makes waves as two-person teams race fancifully themed yachts made of cardboard and duct tape across the historic pool while spectators cheer them on. Teams must pre-register, and the fee is $20 per team.
WHEN:
Saturday, June 15, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
WHERE:
Annenberg Community Beach House, 415 Pacific Coast Hwy
MORE INFO:
Pre-register here.
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WHAT:
Family PRIDE
Join a fun-filled morning celebrating love and diversity with friends, family and community members. Trailblazing Queer Chicana graphic novelist Kayden Phoenix will host “Draw Your Own Superhero and Princess.” Pickle, the first Drag Laureate of the City of West Hollywood, returns to host an interactive Drag Storytime that delightfully challenges restrictive gender stereotypes and encourages self-expression. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to create lasting memories with your family and friends. Free with RSVP.
WHEN:
Friday, June 14, 10:00 a.m.
WHERE:
Annenberg Community Beach House, 415 Pacific Coast Hwy
MORE INFO:
Free RSVP here.
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WHAT:
Summer Solstice: Big Talk Sunset Picnic
Pack a picnic and gather together to celebrate the longest day of the year. Enjoy the sunset, meet new friends, and engage in Kalina Silverman’s global movement, Big Talk, where you’ll talk about life, love, and everything in between. Get a fresh, homemade cookie with edible crystals, with energy readings from Jodi Mannis, the New Age Mamaprenuer behind Good Vibes Cookie Co.
WHEN:
Thursday, June 20, 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Annenberg Community Beach House, 415 Pacific Coast Hwy
MORE INFO:
Free RSVP here.
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WHAT:
PRIDE Sunset Swim
Enjoy a queer, safe, accessible, judgment-free space for every, and all bodies, with fabulous pool floats and s’mores at the historic Beach House pool. PRIDE Happy Hour at the adjacent Back on the Beach Café will be hosted from 5 – 7 p.m.
WHEN:
Friday, June 21, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
WHERE:
Annenberg Community Beach House, 415 Pacific Coast Hwy
MORE INFO:
Free RSVP here.
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WHAT:
Sunset Swim
Take a swim in the historic pool of the former oceanfront estate of actress Marion Davies. Swim, hang out with friends and make new friends poolside S’mores and pool floaties provided.
WHEN:
- Friday, June 21, 6 – 9 p.m. (PRIDE edition)
- Friday, July 12, 6 – 9 p.m.
- Friday, July 26, 6 – 9 p.m.
- Friday, August 9, 6 – 9 p.m.
- Friday, August 23, 6 – 9 p.m.
WHERE:
Annenberg Community Beach House, 415 Pacific Coast Hwy
MORE INFO:
Event is 18+. Pool admission is included with registration. Register here.
