𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗢𝗘𝗦 𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗘: Santa Monica Police and Superheroes Team Up at Pacific Park’s ‘Heroes Day’

SANTA MONICA, CA – The Santa Monica Police Department participated in Heroes Day at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier, an event that celebrated local heroes and promoted safety awareness on Saturday, March 1. Families and visitors gathered for an afternoon of community engagement, emergency preparedness activities, and superhero fun. The free event featured family-friendly entertainment, including face painting and interactive demonstrations focused on safety. Guests also had the chance to meet Spider-Man, Iron Man, and Ghost-Spider, who posed for photos and interacted with attendees, adding to the excitement of the day. As part of the activities, the Santa Monica Police Department hosted ‘Coffee with a Cop’ from 3-5 p.m. in front of Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf. Community members met local officers, asked questions, and discussed public safety concerns over refreshments. In partnership with the American Red Cross, officers helped distribute free emergency preparedness kits at a booth in the park. The kits provided essential supplies and information to help families stay prepared for potential emergencies. Heroes Day served as a valuable opportunity for the community to connect with first responders and law enforcement while enjoying a lively afternoon at one of Santa Monica’s most popular destinations.