5 things to do in Santa Monica, CA — Friday, August 28, 2026
Picked each day from verified Santa Monica-area event calendars. Every listing links back to the organizer.
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Tour of the Marion Davies Guest House
Community at Marion Davies Guest House, starting 12 p.m.
Step back in time as Santa Monica Conservancy docents share the rich history of the Beach House site from the 1920s onward. Free 20-minute docent tours are available on a walk-up basis, for groups of up to six people. J…
Details from the organizerSummer Beach Volleyball Camps
Community at Annenberg Community Beach House Volleyball Courts, starting 9 a.m.
Summer Beach Volleyball Camps in Santa Monica provide athletes with the opportunity to train, compete, and improve their skills in a high-energy beach environment. Led by experienced coaches from Sinjin Smith’s Beach Vo…
Details from the organizerThe Kids are Fine Not Great
Community at The Crow, starting 8 p.m.
LA's Only* College Comedy Show! Featuring 4 college comics and 4 pro comics.
Details from the organizerYouth Beach Volleyball Summer Camp at Ocean Park Tower 24
Community at Ocean Park Volleyball Courts, starting 9 a.m.
Train where the pros play! Join us at the historic Ocean Park beach volleyball courts (Tower 24) for a summer of skill-building and sand-filled fun. Our camps are open to boys and girls ages 7–18, covering everything fr…
Details from the organizerGarden Paths & Architectural Gems Friday Walking Tour
Community at Palisades Park Rose Garden, starting 3 p.m.
Explore a serene and lesser-known side of Santa Monica on the Garden Paths & Architectural Gems walking tour. This two hour guided stroll by Garden Safaris winds through hidden gardens, coastal trees and historic reside…
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