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Holiday Fun
Where to Cut Your Own Christmas Treein Southern California
Want to start a new family tradition? Discover local tree farms that let you pick and choose your perfect tree!
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Holiday Fun
Kick Off the HolidaysTree Lighting Ceremonies Across SoCal
It's officially time for Santa to flip the switch! Discover 60+ Christmas kick-off events happening all across the region.
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Family Fun
A Parent's Guide toIndoor Play Spaces Near Long Beach & OC
Ball pits, slides, obstacle courses, rock climbing – here's where to take the kids!
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Don't Miss Out
Limited-Time Experiences Happening Now
Discover fun exhibits, pop-up museums, immersive experiences, and seasonal events happening now or coming soon!
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WeSegerstrom CenterDon't Miss This Weird & Wonderful Wordless Show
Milo the Magnificent is a dazzling, wordless puppet show that follows an aspiring young magician with a big heart.
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WeekendGuide
November 6-8, 2026Fun Things To Do This Weekend
We've rounded up some of the best events for kids this weekend! Save this page and check back every week.

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Your go-to discovery guide to kid-friendly events, activities, and services for families in Long Beach, Orange County, Los Angeles and beyond!

things to do

Discover hundreds of family events near you. Our calendar is filled with boredom-busting attractions, live shows, festivals, free events and more!

places to go

Explore top family outing ideas in Southern California, including museums, aquariums, zoos, fun centers, museums, indoor play spaces and lots more.

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the magazine

Kidsguide publishes a free, bi-annual magazine filled with resources to make family life sweeter!

In this latest issue, discover our Top 40 Holiday Hits, plan visits to pumpkin patches, Día de los Muertos celebrations, fall festivals, holiday lights, ice rinks, snow play, and find fun places to explore all season long.

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