The SKECHERS Pier to Pier Friendship Walk brings thousands of families, friends and supporters together for a scenic 3.4-mile walk from the Manhattan Beach Pier to the Hermosa Beach Pier and back. This joyful South Bay tradition raises vital support for children with special needs, public education and college scholarships—all while celebrating community, inclusion and the power of every step. Event details and registration

Roll into one of Manhattan Beach’s most delightfully offbeat traditions as handcrafted pumpkin racers speed down Manhattan Beach Boulevard toward the pier. The free family festival transforms the pier area into Pumpkin Race Land with costumes, creative racers and Halloween fun for all ages; festivities begin at noon and races start at 2:00 PM. Event details

Downtown Manhattan Beach shines for the season during this festive evening of holiday music, shopping and dining, capped by the lighting of the Manhattan Beach Pier. Local shops and restaurants welcome the community for an easygoing celebration that marks the official start of the holidays by the coast. Event details

Celebrate the season in North Manhattan Beach with an afternoon of neighborhood shopping, dining and festive entertainment along Highland Avenue. The Holiday Stroll brings local businesses and the community together with family-friendly activities, seasonal treats and plenty of coastal holiday cheer. Event details

Gather near the Manhattan Beach Pier for one of the South Bay’s signature holiday traditions, featuring an afternoon of family entertainment followed by a spectacular fireworks show over the ocean. The annual celebration fills downtown and the beach with music, community spirit and a bright coastal finale to the season. Event details