Venice Winter Fest

Shop local at this free, pet-friendly celebration of small businesses, held not in Venice but in downtown Mar Vista, along Venice Boulevard. The arts and music festival—which promises “retro ski lodge meets surfside holiday groove” vibes for the holidays—brings together over 300 local brands and artists three times a year, attracting thousands of shoppers. You’ll also find live music, DJ sets and food trucks on Venice between Centinela Avenue and Inglewood Boulevard. The winter edition is offering free fitness classes and photos with Santa.