Summer Soulstice Festival

20th Annual Summer Soulstice Festival Presented by LA County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath Returns to Main Street, Santa Monica with Live Music, Art, and Fun for All Ages!

Santa Monica, CA (July 13th) – Mark your calendars... After a four-year hiatus the Main Street Business Improvement Association is bringing back the beloved Summer Soulstice Festival for the 20th anniversary on July 13, 2024! This free, all-ages event promises a day filled with electrifying live music, stunning art, free activities for kids, and a special VIP experience – all celebrating two decades of summer fun.

Cypress Equity Investments proudly presents a stellar lineup of live music across two stages on the north and south ends of Main Street. Highlighting the lineup is the highly anticipated return of tribute bands, local musicians, and guest DJs including:

Hollister Stage

● 1:00 PM: Nick Kennerly

● 3:00 PM: Herway to Hell (The Female AC/DC Tribute)

● 5:00 PM: Jane Fonda's

Pier Stage

● 1:00 PM: Selfish Sons

● 2:30 PM: La Compañía

● 5:00 PM: Red Hot Tribute (Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute)

More than Music:

• Pop-Up Art Gallery: For the first time at the Summer Soulstice, art enthusiasts can explore a visual display of work from over 50 visual artists.

• VIP Honky Tonk: Saddle up for a premium experience in the VIP Beer Garden! Enjoy drink

tastings and a country music lover’s dream atmosphere with DJ Ariana Gavrilis. Tickets are $20 and include a complimentary keychain or koozie from Aviator Nation, plus tastings from

JuneShine Hard Kombucha, Easy Rider American Beer, Angelisco Tequila, Besa Wine, and

Yabai Japanese shochu.

Visit mainstreetsm.com for the link to purchase beer garden tickets or

linktr.ee/mainstreetsm.

• Kids Activities: Partnering with Pump Station & Nurtury, the festival offers face painting,

musical story time, interactive activities with Super Soccer Stars, a real recycle truck,

kid-approved vendors, and more, ensuring little ones won't be left out!

• The EdgeMar Courtyard: This centrally located satellite bar features a DJ spinning summer beats with delicious food and drink specials all day long. Don't miss this hidden gem during the Summer Soulstice!

• Pet Zone by Offleash’d & VCA: Bring your furry friend for a day of fun! Enjoy pet giveaways, meet vendors from past Main Street dog events, and celebrate your four-legged community.

Plus, don't miss the exciting pop-ups! Beyond the Board, a traveling skatepark experience, and Skate Hunnies, LA's largest female-founded roller skate community, will be there to empower people through skateboarding and build a strong community. A recycle party truck and a variety of street vendors round out this exciting day.

"After a four-year hiatus due to the pandemic, it’s great to bring the Summer Soulstice

celebration back to Main Street," says Hunter Hall, Executive Director of the Main Street

Business Improvement Association. "With so many exciting new businesses having joined us recently, it's the perfect opportunity for the community to rediscover Main Street and see what it has to offer."

Join the Summer Soulstice Tradition:

The Summer Soulstice Festival is a cherished annual tradition for Santa Monica residents and visitors alike. This year's 20th anniversary promises an unforgettable experience filled with music, art, community, and summer fun. Don't miss out – mark your calendars for July 13th,12:00PM - 7:00PM and join the celebration!

Event Sponsors: Presented by LA County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath. Sponsored by City of Santa Monica, Cypress Equity Investments, Santa Monica Travel & Tourism, Southland CreditUnion, Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management, Fairmont Miramar Hotel, VCA and Offleash’d.

The 20th Annual Summer Soulstice Festival is a free event open to all ages.

For more information, please visit www.mainstreetsm.com

Host or Publisher Kim Koury