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15 Apr
Inaugural Venice Beach Half Marathon & 5K to Debut on Sunday, May 18, 2025
We’re celebrating our longtime client: Generic Events! Co-founders Michelle and Brennan Lindner, the husband and wife power team behind some of your favorite award-winning races across LA, are bringing one of their annual marathons to the heart of their own community: Venice Beach. The Venice Beach......
01 Apr
Rebuilding LA: Women, Wellness & Wine Sold-Out Event Raised Money for LAFD and Honored Influential Female Leaders
Our Women, Wellness & Wine Women’s History Month Celebration and Wildfire Benefit in collaboration with Community Collective at Viceroy Santa Monica Hotel was a huge success! The sold-out event brought together 200 members of the community, provided healing wellness services, and inspired us all through......
13 Mar
🍀 WESTSIDE GUIDE: St. Patrick’s Rooftop Party, Women Wellness & Wine, Venice Fest, & More! 🎡
Ye Olde St. Patrick’s Day Rooftop Party at the Beach / Friday, March 14-Monday, March 17 / Hotel Erwin, Venice Get lucky all weekend at Hotel Erwin’s Ye Ole St. Patrick’s Day on the Beach! 🍀 Enjoy Irish-inspired cocktails and craft brews sponsored by Jameson Whiskey, festive......
06 Feb
Santa Monica College Foundation Raises $714K for Fire Disaster Relief
When the devastating Southern California wildfires broke out, Santa Monica College Foundation immediately jumped into action to provide essential aid to displaced students, employees and community members including children, staff and families in the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District. Thousands of generous donations – including......
17 Dec
Thousands of Runners and Walkers Trotted For A Cause on Thanksgiving Morning at the 12th Annual Turkey Trot Los Angeles
The 12th annual Turkey Trot Los Angeles returned to Downtown Los Angeles on Thanksgiving morning. Approximately 6,500 runners and walkers dressed as Thanksgiving turkeys, pilgrims, and pies, raised an incredible $75,000 for those experiencing homelessness for The Midnight Mission. The Turkey Day charity run has become a holiday tradition for many Angelenos to......
30 Nov
16th Annual Santa Monica Pub Crawl Raised Money for 32K Meals!
🎅 The Ultimate SANTA Monica Pub Crawl Was a Huge Success! 🎉 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14 Over 20 of the best bars and restaurants in Santa Monica participated including The Bungalow, The Victorian, Jameson’s, Barney’s Beanery, LuLa Cucina Mexicana, Santa Monica Whaler, Mon Ami, Tavern on Main, Ashland......
05 Nov
Off the Hook Santa Monica Seafood Festival was o-fishally the best time ever!
Here is a message from Off the Hook event producer Kim Koury! A massive shout-out from all of us at Spin PR and Heal the Bay for making this year’s OFF THE HOOK Seafood Festival an unforgettable splash! . With nearly 600 people in attendance,......
01 Nov
NOVEMBER WESTSIDE GUIDE: Dia De Los Muertos, Turkey Trot DTLA & More!
Dia de los Muertos Halloween PartySaturday, November 2 / Nalu Vida, Venice / 8pm-2am / Free Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, dancing, and non-stop vibes at Día de Los Muertos party at Venice’s hottest new bar and restaurant Nalu Vida! With live sounds from the......
05 Sep
OFF THE HOOK SEAFOOD FESTIVAL RETURNS TO THE ICONIC SANTA MONICA PIER ON OCTOBER 13
WHO: OFF THE HOOK Santa Monica Seafood Festival, Heal the Bay, and Spin PR Group EVENT DATE: Sunday, October 13, 2024 EVENT TIME: 4pm – 7pm (VIP 3pm entry) WHERE: Santa Monica Pier Parking Deck WHAT: After a 5-year hiatus, OFF THE HOOK Santa Monica Seafood Festival is returning......
02 Sep
NEW CLIENT ALERT: THE LOBSTER IN SANTA MONICA
Exciting News! We’re thrilled to welcome our newest client, **The Lobster**—a Santa Monica icon known for its spectacular views, delicious seafood, and award-winning cuisine since 1999! 🦞✨ Acclaimed Chef Govind Armstrong and team are celebrating 25 years of excellence all year long. Make sure you......
30 Aug
🌴 🎡WESTSIDE GUIDE: The Day of the Dog, Off The Hook Seafood Fest, Roll at Santa Monica, The Lobster’s New Happy Hour & More
🌴 Get the inside scoop and invites on the latest happenings on the Westside & beyond 🌴 The Day of the Dog Festival Returns to Main StreetSaturday, September 7 / Main Street, Santa Monica Celebrate the special bond between humans and canines at the largest festival for......
07 Aug
ROLL @ SANTA MONICA
Let’s Roll, Santa Monica! Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. is excited to announce the grand opening of Roll @ Santa Monica, their new outdoor roller skating rink and go-to spot for nostalgic fun in the sun! Join us for the Grand Opening Celebration:with festive kickoff featuring......
06 Aug
WESTSIDE GUIDE: JULY 2024
🌴 ☀️ 🌊Get the inside scoop and invites on the latest happenings on the Westside & beyond! RSVP HERE MORE INFO PURCHASE TICKETS MORE INFO PURCHASE TICKETS VISIT WEBSITEVISIT WEBSITE...
02 Jul
Kim Koury: The Brains Behind Your Favorite Westside Events
https://www.westsidecurrent.com/lifestyle/kim-koury-the-brains-behind-your-favorite-westside-events/article_ee9b59f6-34e6-11ef-9ca6-53af1ebaef1e.html...
02 Jul
SANTA MONICA’S ICONIC FAIRMONT MIRAMAR LAUNCHES NEW WEEKLY SUMMER PROGRAMMING
SANTA MONICA’S ICONIC FAIRMONT MIRAMAR LAUNCHES NEW WEEKLY SUMMER PROGRAMMING Further amplifying the hotel’s commitment to supporting the community, Fairmont Miramar’s weekly experiences & activations are designed to celebrate the unique culture, flavors, and individuals of Los Angeles This summer, iconic Santa Monica staple Fairmont......
27 Jun
Westside Guide: Pier 360 Beach Fest, Summer SOULstice, Rock for Hunger and More 🎡🌴
WESTSIDE GUIDE🌴 Get the inside scoop and invites on the latest happenings on the Westside & beyond 🌴 Pier 360 Beach FestivalSanta Monica Pier, June 29 – June 30 (10am-5pm) Join us this weekend for the annual Pier 360 Beach Festival!Get ready for the ultimate summer kick-off event with......
02 Jun
FLY THE COOP THIS SUMMER TO THE PERCH AT TWIN PEAKS FOR A WHIMSICAL MOUNTAIN RETREAT EXPERIENCE
FLY THE COOP THIS SUMMER TO THE PERCH AT TWIN PEAKS FOR A WHIMSICAL MOUNTAIN RETREAT EXPERIENCEExperience Adult Summer Camp Vibes at This Quaint and Spacious 12-Cabin Destination in the San Bernardino Mountains Introducing the New Workaway Package for ThoseLooking to Work Remote Mountain High (LAKE......
21 Mar
Disco, Drag, and Drinks!
There’s a new Disco & Drag party in Santa Monica launching tonight at the stunning LouLou rooftop restaurant & lounge in Santa Monica every Thursday night! Disco Queen pays homage to the (in)famous Disco Queen nights in Paris, and is guaranteed to be filled with......
20 Feb
NEW CLIENT ALERT!!!
LouLou Santa Monica is a French & Californian restaurant that combines food, music, entertainment, fashion, and art into one destination! From the exquisite open air outdoor patio, to Pacific Ocean views, LouLou offers an unparalleled dining experience on the 3rd Floor of Santa Monica Place.......
28 Jan
Congrats to 44!
Congrats to our client 44- The unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL for taking home SEVEN Broadway World Awards including Best Musical, Best Ensemble, Best Direction of a Musical (Eli Bauman), Best Choreography (James Alsop), Best Music Direction (Anthony Brewster), Best Performer (T.J. Wilkins), and Best Supporting Performer(Chad......

16 Jan Locals’ Night!

Looking for something fun to do this Thursday? Visit our iconic Santa Monica Pier for the Winter Edition of Locals’ Night this Thur, Jan. 18 from 5-10pm! Curated for locals, by locals, this fun, indoor/outdoor community event is designed for locals of all ages, with...

04 Jan 15th Annual SANTA Monica Pub Crawl Recap!

THANK YOU to all of the Santas, Elves & Naughty Reindeer who attended the 15th Annual SANTA Monica Pub Crawl in support of the Westside Food Bank! Over 1,500 crawlers filled the streets with merry and good cheer this year and helped raise enough to provide 52,000 meals for those in need for...

27 Nov 11th Annual Turkey Trot LA benefiting The Midnight Mission

The year’s Turkey Trot Los Angeles was an overwhelming success! Thank you to everyone who joined us to help raise $100,000 for The Midnight Mission to help those experiencing homelessnes in LA. Over 4,500 runners and walkers of all skill levels dressed as Thanksgiving turkeys,...

24 Oct Little Amal is coming to the Santa Monica Pier!

In the spirit of hope and solidarity, we are honored to help welcome Little Amal, the internationally celebrated 12-foot-tall puppet of a 10-year-old Syrian refugee girl, to the Santa Monica Pier on Thursday, November 2nd from 5pm - 6pm as part of her acclaimed 6,000-mile...

31 Aug 44 – THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED Obama Musical Returns to The Bourbon Room Hollywood

Back by popular demand, 44 – THE unOFFICIAL, unSANCTIONED Obama Musical (As Told Through the Hazey Recollection of Joe Biden) is a musical satire running for a limited time at the Bourbon Room (a cool dinner club in Hollywood). The show stars T.J. Wilkins (NBC’s “The Voice”) as Barack Obama and Shanice (Award-winning R&B...

09 Aug Join us at Endless Summer C.A.M.P.

Join us for the first-ever Endless Summer C.A.M.P. (Community | Art | Music | Picnic) at Tongva Park celebrating community, arts and culture. Attendees are encouraged to pack a picnic, blankets, and beach chairs and enjoy four Saturday afternoons of free programming showcasing music and dance...

03 Aug Day of the Dog Festival: Coming to Santa Monica!

The largest pet festival in North America is headed to Santa Monica on Saturday, September 9th! The Day Of The Dog Festival is a celebration of the extraordinary bond between humans and canines. This event is a not-to-be-missed opportunity for dog lovers and pet enthusiasts...

02 Aug Inaugural Rosé on Rose Wine Fest

Rose Avenue pulled out all the stops to commemorate National Rosé Day this year, hosting a remarkable celebration of everything pink at the inaugural Rosé on Rose Wine Fest. This vibrant event, held in support of the Venice Family Clinic, attracted an impressive turnout of...

20 Jul 8th Annual MAINopoly: A Taste of Main Street

The 8th Annual MAINopoly was a big success, selling out with over 500 attendees. Players came dressed as inmates, bankers, and policemen and enjoyed food and drinks from over 20 Main Street restaurants, bars, and eateries including Ashland Hill, Holey Grail Donuts, Alfalfa, JuneShine, Library...

13 Jul St. Patrick’s Day at The Penmar Golf Course

Spin PR produced the inaugural St. Penmar’s Day! In case you missed it, here’s a recap: https://youtu.be/qp_Ifg-GY2Q. The St. Penmar’s Day: Festival on the Green took place on Saint Patrick’s Day, Friday, March 17th at The Penmar Golf Course in Venice. The inaugural community gathering...

28 Dec Looking for NYE Plans in Santa Monica?

We've got you covered! Join us as we ring in 2023 in extravagant fashion. Wear your classiest white and/or cocktail attire and celebrate amazing dance music vibes over delectable cocktails, the taste-making sounds of DJ L.I.T. Cullen and live performance by international pin-up darlings The Satin Dollz, along with fire pit...

28 Dec 14th Annual SANTA Monica Pub Crawl

THANK YOU to all of the Santas, Elves & Naughty Reindeer who attended the 14th Annual SANTA Monica Pub Crawl in support of the Westside Food Bank! Thousands of crawlers filled the streets with merry and good cheer this year and helped raise $10,000, enough to provide 80,000 meals for those in need for the holidays....

16 Nov Turkey Trot Los Angeles

The 10th annual Turkey Trot Los Angeles, presented by UAE-USA United, returns to Downtown Los Angeles on Thanksgiving morning, November 24, 2022. The popular turkey day charity run has become a holiday tradition for many Angelenos and helps raise money for those in need through...

13 Oct Drag: The Musical Carpet Premiere!

Thank you to Paula Abdul, Lisa Loeb, Chris Cofner, Courtney Stodden, Felix Solis, and Jeff Lewis for coming to The Bourbon Room for the Red Carpet Premiere of Drag: The Musical! It was a star-studded night with DRAG-tastic entertainment and the perfect celebration kicking off...

15 Jul Bourbon Room in Variety, Forbes & KTLA

The Bourbon Room in Hollywood has been CRUSHING it. Hollywood's hottest new live music, entertainment venue and dining destination on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame has been hosting a plethora of live music, comedy shows and much more! Check out some of the great...

15 Jun THE 10TH ANNUAL PEDAL ON THE PIER RAISED $400,000 DOLLARS

The 10th annual Pedal on the Pier spin-a-thon fundraiser raised $400,000 for The Harold Robinson Foundation on Sunday, June 5 on the historic Santa Monica Pier. The high energy, four-hour outdoor cycling event was hosted by actor, TV host, and comedian Ben Gleib, and included...

31 May Santa Monica hosts ‘Mainopoly’ to highlight Main Street businesses

An all-ages streetwide event is highlighting the taste and culture of Santa Monica’s Main Street. It’s called Mainopoly: A Taste of Main Street, and it’s in its seventh year in downtown Santa Monica. The interactive event takes inspiration from the classic board game and instructs participants to...

24 May Pedal on the Pier Featured on KTLA LAUnscripted

The Harold Robinson Foundation’s Pedal on the Pier fundraiser is on June 5, 2022 ...

18 May SPIN PR is Partnering with Bucket Listers to Promote MAINopoly Taste of Main Street

Celebrate Memorial Day weekend with Main Street’s best restaurants, bars, coffee shops, ice cream shops, and eateries at the 7th Annual “MAINopoly: A Taste of Main Street.” This all ages event is an interactive take on the classic board game, where every participating location you...

27 Apr Nostalgia Bar & Lounge by The Herbal Chef™ Chris Sayegh Now Open in Santa Monica

Kickin’ it old School is revered at the new Nostalgia Bar & Lounge, by The Herbal Chef founder, Chris Sayegh. The New American eatery and watering hole in Santa Monica is now open, giving Otter Pops, PB&J’s, and Yoo-Hoos a whole new meaning with playful sophistication. Granted, Nostalgia patrons will not find...