Lately | Santa Monica Goes Car-Free
On July 19, Santa Monica is shutting down the streets and opening them up to something better. COAST 2026 is the grand finale to six weeks of FIFA World Cup activations, transforming the city into a massive pedestrian festival spanning the Promenade, Metro stations, Ocean Avenue, Colorado, Arizona, and the iconic Pier. Expect live art installations, immersive performances, family-friendly zones, global food trucks, and expansive beer gardens spread across multiple city blocks. It is the largest community festival of the year in Santa Monica and the ultimate send-off to one of the most electric summers the city has seen in years.
