“We take photographs, as a return ticket to the moment that was otherwise gone”. For anyone who wants to linger on a moment for long, there are lessons you can take for photography in Santa Monica. You can enroll yourself into one of the photography workshops in Santa Monica and get to master the art. Once you learn this, you can exhibit them or turn this learning to a professional business. There is a lot to learn in terms of techniques and otherwise which you can, through the long list of classes, workshops and photography courses.
Keep an eye on all the upcoming photography events in Santa Monica here!
## Photography Events in Santa Monica - **Event Name**: Own a Nice Camera but Don't Know How to Use It? | Beginner Photo Class - **Description**: Bring your expensive camera and finally understand how to use it. Learn manual mode through hands on practice in Santa Monica.About this EventThe purpose of this fun class 2 hr outdoor walking class in Santa Monica is to - **Date**: Sun Sep 27 2026 at 10:00 am (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-monica/own-a-nice-camera-but-dont-know-how-to-use-it-beginner-photo-class/100001988252004267 - **Venue**: Santa Monica Pier - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9iMGNiYWZhNzFmMWE5MzE3OTVjOTYxMjZiYjhjYTcwY2Q0MTdkMDMxNzI4YzRmYTU4OTA5NTAzZjZjODEyODEyLXJpbWctdzgwMC1oNTM0LWRjZDliYmE4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc3NzM4MTU5OA.avif - **Price**: USD 44 to 88 - **Categories**: fitness, Workshops, Art, Photography, Sports - **Event Name**: 📸 Make friends & Photowalk Meetup ($2.50 - Registration is mandatory) - **Description**: 📸 GLOBAL PHOTOWALK MEETUP 🌍 Meet new people, make friends & explore the city through photography! .......... Bring your phone or camera — beginners and professionals are all welcome. This is above all a social event to meet new people while enjoying a - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 126 - **Date**: Sat Dec 26 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Dec 26 2026 at 10:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-monica/make-friends-and-photowalk-meetup-$250-registration-is-mandatory/200030461389313 - **Venue**: Meeting point: Espresso Cielo Santa Monica - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9kNjEyZmQ3YmM1ODIzYTkwOWIyNWJiZTY2NWRiMmU5MDZkMDYxY2ZjNzk0ODcxZjBiY2JmN2IwYzJmNGE2MGY3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODI4MzE5NA.avif - **Categories**: photography, meetups - **Event Name**: ROUTE 66 100th Anniversary - **Description**: https://www.californiaphotographyworkshops.com/LOSTNEWMEXICO This marks the 100th year of Route 66! Many buildings and signs have vanished over time but there is still good things to see and photograph. I always wonder how long they will last though so - **Date**: Mon Nov 30 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat Dec 05 2026 at 12:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/santa-monica/route-66-100th-anniversary/200030497244419 - **Venue**: Route 66 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9mNWQ2MGMwZGY0NzE0N2IzOWE0MTEwYmI5YWEzMjcxOTUxZDg0YmQ5OWM3MmQ3ODM5ZTNjNGJhMDBmNjliY2ZjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDc3OS1kYzI4MzgzOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODMwMzA4MA.avif - **Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures ## Trending Events in Santa Monica - **Event Name**: OFF THE HOOK Santa Monica Seafood Festival Returns till the Santa Monica Pier - **Description**: The 8th annual OFF THE HOOK Santa Monica Seafood Festival returns to the iconic Santa Monica Pier on Sunday, October 11, 2026, for a one-day celebration of seafood, sustainability, and Southern California coastal culture.Santa Monic - **Venue**: Santa Monica Pier - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6ab0162459e48.jpg - **Event Name**: Hot Chip in Santa Monica - **Description**: 🎤 Join Hot Chip LIVE at The Beach at Santa Monica on Saturday, September 26, 2026! 🎤 Here is the moment you've been waiting for! Hot Chip is coming to The Beach at Santa Monica on Saturday - **Venue**: The Beach at Santa Monica - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/86c354b0-8df8-11f1-a33a-f7150662a5aa-rimg-w1200-h675-dc080808-gmir.webp?v=1785623397 - **Event Name**: Montana Avenue Art Walk - **Description**: This fall, Montana Avenue becomes part of history.On Saturday, October 3, 2026, the Montana Avenue Art Walk returns for an extraordinary celebration marking 100 years of Route 66. As one of the City of Santa Monica’s official Route 66 Centennial - **Venue**: Montana Avenue - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6aa1d03c70e6b.jpg - **Event Name**: DAY OF THE DOG - SANTA MONICA - **Description**: Day Of The Dog is coming back to Santa Monica This free and pet friendly event will feature: 🐶A spooky themed dog event 🐶Costume Contest 🐶Haunted House for Dogs 🐶NEW* V.I.P area! B.Y.O.D (Bring your own dog) we'll take care of the rest!) 🐶Dog pie eating - **Venue**: 2327 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405-2219, United States - **Event Name**: Hiromi: The Trio Project at The Broad Stage - **Venue**: The Broad Stage - **Event Name**: Monolink in Santa Monica - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Monolink Live at Santa Monica Pier Fishing Platform on Saturday, October 3, 2026! 🎤 Ready to experience the night of your life? Monolink is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Return - **Venue**: Santa Monica Pier Fishing Platform - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/94b509a0-6d5b-11f1-b2b1-8fb527b733a7-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf6c190-gmir.webp?v=1782037553 - **Event Name**: MAIN STREET BLOCK PARTY + DAY OF THE DOG - **Description**: Bring your pups and your party vibes for a fun day filled with music, food, and furry friends!About this EventMain Street closes to cars for one of Santa Monica’s biggest days of the year! Day of the - **Venue**: Main Street - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/a0c88e50e643af55af9bc37623d85a0d00cdf8c8d5e816e93fd720efd7a87b5d-rimg-w1200-h800-dcf8f8e8-gmir.jpg?v=1789000276 - **Event Name**: PIER PLAY RETURNS TO THE SANTA MONICA PIER FOR AN EXPANDED 2-DAY IMMERSIVE - **Description**: Four consecutive sell-outs, redefining your typical boardwalk afternoon. October 3 + 4 • Santa Monica Pier • 21+About this EventEvent Dates & Times:October 3rd from 2:30pm to 10:30pmOctober 4t - **Venue**: Santa Monica Pier - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/e2ec135e9ddfb70305156c4785f91e33e769f560591a18fb13169bbf05b34199-rimg-w1200-h800-dc090713-gmir.jpg?v=1783358245 - **Event Name**: Hiromi - **Venue**: Broad Stage At Santa Monica - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/32a7e290-b933-11f1-b7ac-09eee28799fe-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf88808-gmir.jpg?v=1790376496 ## Browse Photography Events by Date - [Photography Events Today in Santa Monica](https://allevents.in/santa-monica/photography--today) - [Photography Events This Weekend in Santa Monica](https://allevents.in/santa-monica/photography--this-weekend) - [Photography Events in September in Santa Monica](https://allevents.in/santa-monica/photography--september) - [Photography Events in October in Santa Monica](https://allevents.in/santa-monica/photography--october) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Photography events in Santa Monica? - **A:** Own a Nice Camera but Don't Know How to Use It? | Beginner Photo Class (Sun Sep 27 2026 at 10:00 am at Santa Monica Pier), 📸 Make friends & Photowalk Meetup ($2.50 - Registration is mandatory) (Sat Dec 26 2026 at 10:00 am at Meeting point: Espresso Cielo Santa Monica), ROUTE 66 100th Anniversary (Mon Nov 30 2026 at 09:00 am at Route 66). - **Q**: What Photography events are happening in Santa Monica this weekend September 25–27, 2026? - **A:** Own a Nice Camera but Don't Know How to Use It? | Beginner Photo Class (Sun Sep 27 2026 at 10:00 am at Santa Monica Pier). - **Q**: What Photography events are happening in Santa Monica in September 2026? - **A:** Own a Nice Camera but Don't Know How to Use It? | Beginner Photo Class (Sun Sep 27 2026 at 10:00 am at Santa Monica Pier). - **Q**: How can I find Photography events in Santa Monica? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Photography events in Santa Monica on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Photography events in Santa Monica? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Photography events in Santa Monica? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Photography events in Santa Monica include Santa Monica Pier, Meeting point: Espresso Cielo Santa Monica, Route 66. - **Q**: What is the price range for Photography events in Santa Monica? - **A:** Prices for Photography events in Santa Monica range from USD 44 to USD 88. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Photography events in Santa Monica? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Photography events in Santa Monica include Bob Fang Daring Ninja Photographer, Photo walk events, Keith Douglas Skelton. - **Q**: Are there any online Photography events available? - **A:** Yes, many Photography events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Photography events in Santa Monica? - **A:** Follow the Photography category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Photography events are listed in Santa Monica. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/40/a1fdec2d51482291e2464475753c47/Photography.jpg - **Mobile Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/53/08baa7584449ad9073ee77c5c7c725/Maskgroup-7.webp ## Photography events from nearby cities - [Photography events in Pacific Palasaides](https://allevents.in/pacific-palasaides/photography) - [Photography events in Culver City](https://allevents.in/culver-city/photography) - [Photography events in Beverly Hills](https://allevents.in/beverly-hills/photography) - [Photography events in El Segundo](https://allevents.in/el-segundo/photography)