Regular Events

Venice Beach has an exciting night life, and every Thursday is the Twilight Dance Series and sees a free outdoor concert held at the Santa Monica Pier. On the third Thursday of every month, Venice is turned into a living art gallery as local businesses and residents host art exhibits and live music. It’s a unique experience created to bring the community together.

Venice Beach is famous for its sporting activities, and The Venice Beach Basketball league plays every Sunday at the famous basketball courts. It’s the most intense streetball league in the world, so come along and support your favorite team.

Summer Events – Sports

Activities in Venice Beach step up a gear in the summer. From late July to early September, there is a different event happening. Venice Beach is never short of activities, but during the summer there is so much to do that you won’t know where to start!

On August 13th and 14th, the Handball 3 Wall Big Ball Doubles tournament is held. This is handball in an outdoor court with no back wall and is a tricky twist on the regular four wall handball courts.

The ASA Super Girl Jam comes to Venice Beach on August 17th-22nd as 100 of the top female athletes in the world will compete at the skate park. They will compete in both skateboarding and snowboarding competitions, and the Super Girl Jam is the biggest and most testing event of its type.

High school basketball takes over Venice Beach on August 25th to 28th, as the ESPN Rise basketball events come to town. Come and see the future stars of the NBA battling it out on the Venice Beach courts.

One of the most activities in Venice Beach is the bodybuilding of Muscle Beach. Arnold Schwarzenegger found fame there, and the tradition of bodybuilding on the beach continues with the Labor Day Figure and Body Building championships. Is there anywhere better for a bodybuilding competition than Venice Beach, in the shadows of the world famous Gold’s Gym?

On September 8th and 9th, the United States Paddle Tennis Association will hold its US Open Singles Championship. Paddle tennis is played on a smaller court than regular tennis and with paddles instead of string rackets. The smaller court produces a faster paced, reaction based game and is exciting to watch.

Summer Events – Music

In early August is the Venice Beach Music Festival. Music of all genres, from bluegrass to heavy metal are represented and it’s a free day full of fun, music and sun. Previous years have also seen art shows, dancers and belly dancers entertain the visitors to the festival. It is funded purely by the local businesses in Venice Beach and is fun for all the family.

If you like your music to be more gospel then the Disciples on the Move ministry will be holding a rally in Venice Beach on August 11th.

Whatever your interests are, there are plenty of activities in Venice Beach to cater to everyone. Whether it is sports, music or simply lazing on the beach, there is something for every visitor.

Venice was once named the Venice of America because of its miles of man-made waterways. It was founded by local developer Abbot Kinney in 1905. Since then Venice has been the ultimate place for extra ordinary summer getaway. Undeniably, Venice beach has something to offer to anyone any time of the day other than its long stretch beach.

Furthermore, Venice beach is an awesome place for people watching. This is where you all races and nationalities come together and have fun; Asians, Mexicans, Afro-Americans, Whites and all minorities. There are tons of shops where you can buy souvenirs and interesting stuff.  Also, there are nearby restaurants and cafes offering different foods to suit varying dining pleasures.

With so many exciting things to do in Venice Beach, this place is always busy. Take a walk at the sidewalk and feed your sight with hip and funky entertainment such as magicians, palm readers, singers, musicians, belly dancers, jugglers and more. Don’t forget to visit Abbot Kinney boulevard where shops, boutiques and specialty stores are located. Likewise, nicer and better restaurants can be found in this newest hip spot.

If you want to experience funky Venice fun, then start looking for a Los Angeles Hostel now. Booking at Venice Beach Cotel will help you save time, by being so close to the beach, and money. The Cotel at Venice Beach will match your budget without compromising comfort.

1. Malibu Lagoon is home of Hollywood Celebrities and Superstars

Private beaches and stunning homes stretches out in Malibu. It is worth your while to find exclusive beaches where you can spend some of your vacation time,

2. Santa Monica’s Pier is the Oldest in the West Coast of United States

Free to visit the pier, great to eat in restaurant and tons of street performances to enjoy, Santa Monica Beach is a good place to start for your vacation.

3. Venice Beach is the Wackiest Beach in Los Angeles

This is where you can find the awe-inspiring performances that turned to silhouettes as you watch the stunning sunset. You will also find many crazy personalities, beach stands, local artists and musicians. Arnold Schwarzenegger frequented this beach before he became governor of California.

4. Manhattan Beach is the haven for bike and roller blade riders

This is where you will find the beach house from the popular TV show 90210 at the end point of the beach. The TV show filmed the scene when the 90210 cast celebrated beach summer.

5. Leo Carrillo is best for Hyperactive Kids

Keep hyperactive kids busy by going to this summer camp style beach full of tide pools, nature trails and cliff kids. They’re going to tire out by the end of the day.

6. Paradise Cove is Brad and Angelina’s getaway

The two Hollywood celebrities were spotted strolling down the scenic sands.

7. Will Rogers is the Baywatch

This is the beach where David Hasselhoff and Pamela Anderson filmed the popular TV show “Baywatch.”

It is interesting to note that all of these beaches are accessible from Venice Beach Cotel.