What is New Year's Eve without fireworks? That is one of the best ways to ring in the new year! Santa Monica is the perfect spot for firework viewing because you don't just get one show you get two. Of course the iconic Santa Monica Pier lights up the sky with their fiery show of impressive fireworks, but if you are nestled on the beach you will definitely catch a glimpse of the fireworks from Marina del Rey and private fireworks from the houses in Malibu, making this spot the place to be on New Years Eve! The Pier is open until 12:30 am but our suggestion is to grab a towel, a couple of snacks and beverages, a blanket and head down to Santa Monica beach early and get settled into the perfect spot while you wait for this magnificent annual night show to begin.