After a year's hiatus, the party is back on!

UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital’s annual Party on the Pier returns to Santa Monica Pier, celebrating its 25th year in 2025.

The day's highlights include carnival games with prizes from Mattel toys (can you say Barbie!), UCLA People-Animal Connection therapy dogs, unlimited rides for all attendees, and a Power of Play kids' activity tent with creative crafts and activities.

Celebrity appearances and photo booths add a touch of star power to the day.  Among the celebs scheduled attend are Courtney & Mario Lopez, Heidi Montag & Spencer Pratt, Whitney Port, Raini & Rico Rodriguez, Anna Maria Perez de Tagle-Kline, and Christine Chiu, with more names to be announced!

General admission tickets are $150 for adults and $75 for children ages 3 to 12; children under 3 are admitted free. Meal vouchers and carnival treats are included.Note: Tickets for carnival games sold separately.This is a cashless event; only cards accepted. Tickets can be purchased in advance online; limited General Admission Tickets will be available for sale on site during the event.

This fun-filled day benefits the UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital and its mission to provide world-class pediatric care.