New Santa Monica music festival canceled due to beach erosion from Hurricane Marie
ABC7 Los Angeles • • entertainment
Key Points:
- The inaugural Ocean Way Festival, scheduled for September 26-27 in Santa Monica, has been canceled due to damage caused by recent tropical weather and Hurricane Marie.
- Storm surf and runoff eroded a large portion of the festival site near the Santa Monica Pier, making the area unsafe for both production and attendees.
- Performers such as Olivia Dean and The Killers were set to appear at the event before its cancellation.
- Organizers are automatically processing refunds, and ticket holders do not need to take additional steps.
- The city of Santa Monica plans to bring back the Ocean Way Festival in 2027.
