opera at the beach
Live from the LA Opera Stage to the Big Screen at
the Santa Monica Pier
Check back soon for information about our 2027/28 season.
Santa Monica Pier: 200 Santa Monica Pier Santa Monica, CA 90401
Gather your blankets and lawn chairs, pack your picnic, and come experience the music and drama of opera under the stars.
This event is free to attend and open to all ages.
Event Details
Arrive early to enjoy fun pre-show activities, including:
- Explore your artsy side and make family friendly crafts with LA Opera Connects
- Enjoy free balloon art, caricature portraits, face-painting, and cornhole
- Experience live performances by local artists before the show starts
- Pick up some free LA Opera merchandise*, spin the prize wheel, and enter a drawing for a luxury gift basket
- Stop by our food vendors and other booths for preshow treats and fun
- and more!
What to Bring: Bring your own blankets, low lawn seats, and cushions. Don't forget your sweaters and jackets. Outside food and non-alcoholic beverages are allowed.
What Not to Bring: Large coolers, canopies, tents, or sun umbrellas. Sorry, no pets. There will be a bag check at the event entrance.
Parking and Arrival: Due to construction at the Pier, there may be altered traffic patterns and limitations on parking. Carpooling, rideshare, and public transit are highly encouraged.
Click here for more information on alternate parking lots and public transit.
*while supplies last
LA Opera's Opera at the Beach is made possible by generous support from
Los Angeles County and
LA County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath, Third District
Opera at the Beach is an annual Signature Event of the City of Santa Monica
Special thanks to
City of Santa Monica and
Staff of the Santa Monica Pier Corporation