Dia de los Muertos at the Santa Monica Pier — Santa Monica, CA

Dia de los Muertos at the Santa Monica Pier — Event Details

📍 Venue: Santa Monica Pier — Santa Monica, CA
📅 Dates: November 1, 2026
🕐 Hours: See santamonicapier.org
🎫 Price: Free
👶 Ages: All ages
🚗 Parking: On-site / street parking — check the official event page for details
⏱ Plan for: 2–3 hours
🏢 Organizer: See official event page

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Best for: Everyone — families, photographers, and anyone who loves a good street celebration.

💡 Know Before You Go

🎃 Claim your spot early — prime viewing fills up 1–2 hours before step-off; bring chairs or a blanket.

🎃 Check the route map — the official page posts the route; pick a spot near the start to beat the crowds leaving.

🎃 Dress warm — October evenings cool off fast once the sun drops.

🎃 Bring cash — street vendors cluster along parade routes.

🎃 Plan parking or transit — streets close hours before; transit or a distant garage beats circling the block.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Can I participate in the parade?
Many Halloween parades accept community entries — check the organizer’s site for registration deadlines and costume rules.

When and where is Dia de los Muertos at the Santa Monica Pier?
Dia de los Muertos at the Santa Monica Pier runs November 1, 2026. The route and step-off time are posted on the official page — check it before you go, as routes occasionally change.

Is Dia de los Muertos at the Santa Monica Pier free to watch?
Yes — watching the parade is free. Some VIP viewing areas may be ticketed if offered.