The Inaugural Brentwood Bash Comes to San Vicente Boulevard

There is something undeniably special about the Westside’s commercial corridors, where world-class dining and high-end retail seamlessly mix with a tight-knit, small-town neighborhood feel. This Saturday, September 26, one of our most iconic thoroughfares will officially host a new …

Making History on the Sand: Join the World’s Largest Beach Cleanup in Venice

There is a distinct pride that comes with living along coastal Los Angeles. The ocean isn’t just our backdrop—it’s the heart of our community, our playground, and a defining element of our daily lifestyle.

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43 Years of Tradition: The Malibu Chili Cook-Off Returns for Labor Day Weekend

For over four decades, Labor Day weekend along the coast has meant one thing: the Malibu Chili Cook-Off®.

What began in 1982 as a humble, grass-roots gathering of local chefs and residents sharing …

Coastline & Custom Chrome: The 6th Annual Santa Monica Classic Car Show Takes Over the Pier

There is something singular about West Coast automotive culture. When you pair world-class custom builds with the ocean air, you get a scene that defines the Southern California lifestyle.

This weekend, …

Community, Craftsmanship, and Classics: Cars & Coffee Returns to Swarthmore Avenue

Following the grand reopening of Palisades Village, the community’s favorite morning tradition is officially back on the calendar. This Sunday, August 23rd, local automotive enthusiasts, families, and neighbors are invited to gather on Swarthmore Avenue for …

Welcome Home: Palisades Village Reopens This Saturday

This Saturday, August 15, marks a meaningful milestone for Pacific Palisades. Following months of recovery and rebuilding after the fires, Palisades Village is officially reopening its doors—bringing back the town’s centerpoint.

More than just a destination for shopping and …

The 2026 AVP Manhattan Beach Open Hits the Sand This Weekend

Beach volleyball’s most storied tradition is back. Established in 1960, the AVP Manhattan Beach Open returns to the South Bay starting Friday, August 14 through Sunday, August 16, 2026.

Often called the "Wimbledon of Beach …

Beat the Heat: Dinner is Covered at First Friday on Abbot Kinney This Friday, August 7th

Who wants to turn on the stove in this August heat? Skip the kitchen prep and head out to Venice Beach. First Friday on Abbot Kinney is back this Friday, August 7, …

The 192-Acre Canvas: What the Santa Monica Airport Transformation Means for Westside Living

When you look at a map of Los Angeles, green space is a rare luxury. Coastal land, in particular, is essentially fixed in stone. That is precisely why the pending closure of the Santa Monica …

Goldenvoice Brings Big Sound Back to the Shore: Ocean Way Festival Debuts in Santa Monica

If you’ve lived on the Westside long enough, you know its relationship with live music runs deep. From legendary late-night sets at the old Santa Monica Civic Auditorium to the iconic Twilight Concert …