Did you know that July 4th is Venice, California’s birthday?
The Venice Sign will shine red, white and blue this July 4 -8.
The legendary Abbot Kinney introduced the world to Venice in 1905 on the 4th of July. Spanning across Windward Avenue at Pacific (then Trolley Way), 3-foot high letters spelling VENICE glowed to electric life! In 2007, the Venice Sign Restoration Project recreated and installed the contemporary version of this historic sign. Since that time, the Venice Chamber has been responsible for taking care of the Sign and for protecting its trademark.
Today this lasting legacy is restored across Windward Avenue as a tribute to the celebrated Venice of years past and a modern day gateway to the world famous Venice Beach. The Venice Chamber will celebrate the 111th Birthday of “Venice of America” with the annual changing of the historic VENICE Sign to red, white and blue bulbs.
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Thing to do is snap a selfie under the iconic VENICE SIGN and #VeniceSign and #VeniceCAFun!
After, eat, dine and celebrate at Danny’s, Barlo Kitchen and Cocktails, Hama Sushi, High Rooftop Lounge, The Sidewalk Cafe, On the Waterfront Cafe, Simmzy’s, Cabo Cantina, James’ Beach, and the Canal Club.
LOCATION: Windward and Pacific Ave. Metered parking on Windward Ave. Parking lots on Windward Ave and Speedway.
Jeffrey Solomon, Jeff, Deborah and Daniel Samakow
About the Venice Sign:
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Spanning across Windward Avenue at Pacific, the VENICE Sign in lights is a modern day replica of the one originally installed in 1905 by the legendary Abbot Kinney.
In 2007, the Venice Sign Restoration Project recreated and installed the contemporary version of this historic sign. Since that time the Venice Chamber has been responsible for the Sign and for protecting its trademark. View photos of the the June 24, 2007 Venice Fest (the lighting of the restored Venice Sign for the first time.)
Today this lasting legacy is restored across Windward Avenue as a tribute to the celebrated Venice of years past and modern day gateway to the world famous Venice Beach.
Visitors are invited to photograph the sign for their personal use and enjoyment.
Be part of the Venice Sign!
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ADOPT A BULB & BE PART OF THE VENICE SIGN!
Continuing year-round, the Venice Chamber of Commerce raises funds to support the maintenance of the VENICE Sign. Through the Adopt-a-Bulb program, direct donations and license fees we are able to provide for inspections and repairs, ensuring that the VENICE Sign remains a safe and beautiful symbol for all to enjoy. If you would like to sponsor a bulb on the Venice Sign, please contact Venice Chamber of Commerce at [email protected]. Click here for more info! –
For more Venice Sign info, visit www.VeniceChamber.net
CHECK OUT PAST VENICE SIGN LIGHTING EVENT GALLERIES.
- 06.13.16 Orlando Strong Candlelight Vigil in Venice, California.
- 4th annual Venice Sign holiday lighting block party.
- 12.05.14 Venice Sign Holiday Lighting
- 07.03.13 Venice Sign Summer Lighting and 108th Happy Birthday Cake & Sing-A-Long
- 12.30.12 1st Annual Venice Sign Holiday Lighting.
- 06.24.07 VENICE FEST. 100 Year Celebration of the Venice Chamber of Commerce and the lighting of the Venice Sign.
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