12 Tips for Choosing the Right Summer Camp
March 10, 2022 12:32 pm Leave your thoughtsSummer camps are one of the best ways to keep kids engaged and learning outside of school. Here’s our best tips for finding the right camp for your family!
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10 Things You Need to Know About the New Wildlife Explorers Basecamp at San Diego Zoo
March 7, 2022 11:23 pm Leave your thoughtsThe new Wildlife Explorers Basecamp is divided into four innovative nature play areas, each designed around unique habitats. Kids (and grown-ups!) get to feel what it’s like to be wild!
Sheep Shearing Family Fun Returns to Highland Springs Ranch!
March 1, 2022 8:13 pm Leave your thoughtsThe 11th Sheep Shearing Festival returns to Highland Springs Ranch & Inn located in Cherry Valley. Visitors can get a close-up view of how sheep are shorn and how wool is processed. Families can enjoy sheep feeding, herding demonstrations, scavenger hunt, crafts, and lamb-themed dishes!
Upcoming Live Shows Your Family Will Love!
February 24, 2022 11:15 am Leave your thoughtsCheck out these fun performances coming up around LA & Orange County for families and kids. From basketball trick shots and princesses to high-flying bugs and circus science — there’s something out there for every family!
Wonderous Whales & Fin-tastic Festivals Return to Southern California
February 22, 2022 9:51 am Leave your thoughtsIt’s that time of year for the California Gray Whale to make their annual migration from the frigid waters of the Arctic seas to the warm lagoons of Baja California. With the return of these big, beautiful whales, comes the return of Southern California whale festivities!
13 Things To Do this Presidents’ Day Weekend with Kids in Southern California
February 17, 2022 9:43 am Leave your thoughtsWho’s excited for the long weekend ahead? Here’s fun things to do with the whole family this Presidents’ Day weekend. Celebrate California history at an actual old West ghost town, go on a model train ride, enjoy symphonies made just for kids, and more!
Free Admission Days to Southern California’s Best Gardens
February 15, 2022 9:15 am Leave your thoughtsFree admission days at Descanso Gardens, The Huntington, South Coast Botanic Garden, and more. Plus, a list of gardens and nature centers that are always free!
Super Bowl Activities for Kids
February 10, 2022 11:59 am Leave your thoughtsKeep the kids entertained during your Super Bowl watch party with these fun games and activities! Plus, check out the official Rams Kids website for even more activities including coloring pages for SoFi Stadium and Rams quarterback, Matthew Stafford.
Family-Friendly February Events We’re Excited About!
February 1, 2022 11:27 am Leave your thoughtsFebruary is jam-packed full of fun! Lunar New Year, Black History Month, Valentine’s Day, Presidents’ Day — there’s lots of events for kids happening!
All About Sesame Place, SoCal’s Newest Theme Park
January 26, 2022 12:17 pm Leave your thoughtsHere’s everything you need to know about Sesame Place San Diego including the rides, water attractions, ticket pricing, and other fun things to do. It’s opening in March 26th and we can’t wait!
Super Bowl Experience, NFL’s Interactive Football Theme Park Comes to LA
January 25, 2022 11:17 am Leave your thoughtsCalling football fans of all ages! Experience the glory of the NFL through interactive games, autograph sessions, and awesome attractions.
The School Tour: Things to Look For & Questions to Ask
January 10, 2022 3:43 pm Leave your thoughtsPlanning to go on a school tour? Here’s tips on what to do before you go, things to look for, and questions to ask.
Must-See Family Holiday Performances
December 3, 2021 3:37 pm Leave your thoughtsThere’s something about being in the audience of a live performance that makes the holiday season extra special. Here’s a round up of holiday shows, musicals, and plays showing all around Southern California. We’re also including all-time favorites, A Christmas Carol and The Nutcracker.
Christmas Boat Parades in LA & Orange County
November 30, 2021 12:24 pm Leave your thoughtsSouthern California loves to celebrate the holidays with one the best ways we know how — on the water! See hundreds of festively decorated boats and ships and they light up the harbors of LA & Orange County.
8 Cool Places To Go Ice Skating in LA & OC
November 22, 2021 11:39 pm Leave your thoughtsPublic Skating at The RinksLocations: Anaheim Ice, Great Park Ice, Lakewood Ice, Poway Ice, Westminster Ice, and Yorba Linda IceEnjoy ice skating on NHL and Olympic-sized rinks. They have over 1,000 pairs of professionally maintained hockey and figure skates for rental, plus skate mates for new skaters. Must register online. Visit their website for public… View Article
5 Ways to Prepare Kids for Daylight Saving Time
November 4, 2021 12:08 pm Leave your thoughtsFall back, spring forward, get an hour, lose an hour — no matter what time of the year it is, a Daylight Saving Time Sunday is bound to feel “off.” Here’s some tips to help ease the transition and avoid sleep-deprived meltdowns (from kids or parents), long school days, and routine changes.
10 Things Parents Forget to Bring When Trick-or-Treating
October 28, 2021 12:23 pm Leave your thoughtsGot everything you need for a cool night of candy and chaos? Here’s a checklist to make sure you’re prepared for whatever the night brings! Plus: a few tips and tricks on what to do before and after.
Where to Go Trick-or-Treating on Halloween Weekend
October 26, 2021 12:06 pm Leave your thoughtsBesides strolling through your own neighborhood this year, how about trick-or-treating in a neighborhood of haunted Victorian mansions or a spooky ghost town?
Win Tickets to Day Out With Thomas
October 14, 2021 6:01 pm Leave your thoughtsWin a family 4-pack of tickets to Day Out With Thomas: Trains, Games, & Miles of Smiles.
Kidsguide Fall/Winter 2021
October 11, 2021 10:54 am 2 CommentsThis issue contains the top goodies we’ve found that make parenting easier, kids (and parents) happier, life better. Plus, we’re backing it up with 161 fun outing ideas to have in your pocket, along with a list of people and organizations that can help when you need it.
Southern California Pumpkin Patch Guide 2021
October 8, 2021 10:46 am Leave your thoughtsIt’s not officially Fall until you’ve walked around a pumpkin patch! Get lost in a corn maze, feed the farm animals, play games, go on rides, and hunt down the perfect pumpkin. Here’s a list of nearby pumpkin patches and pumpkin displays.
Aquariums & Marine Centers Kids Can Visit for $5 or Less in Southern California
September 23, 2021 10:45 am Leave your thoughtsLooking for a practically free family outing? Check out these aquariums and marine centers where kids can visit for a donation of $5 or less!
Things To Do With Kids This Labor Day Weekend 2021
August 31, 2021 11:26 am Leave your thoughtsWhat’s there to do this Labor Day weekend? Besides firing up the grill, you could join the circus, taste food from around the world, go sunflower picking, or watch a super cool plane take to the skies!
72 Clever Questions to Get Kids Talking About Their School Day
August 24, 2021 12:31 pm Leave your thoughtsKids tend to be more descriptive about their day when asked specific, engaging questions. Here’s a list of unique questions to get the conversation started!
35 After School Activities
August 19, 2021 12:18 pm Leave your thoughtsLooking for ways to keep your kids engaged after school? We’ve got you covered! And we’re not just talkin sports—here’s a whole list of ideas you can do at home or within your neighborhood.
8 High-Flying Places to Jet Off to for National Aviation Day!
August 17, 2021 11:50 am Leave your thoughtsTo celebrate National Aviation Day, we’ve rounded up a list of Southern California aviation-themed places you could take off to with your kids!
Things to Do with Kids in LA & OC Before Summer Ends
August 12, 2021 2:33 pm Leave your thoughtsCheck out all the fun things to do before summer ends and school starts!
15 Reasons to Enroll Your Kid or Teen in a Theatre Class
August 10, 2021 10:40 am Leave your thoughtsLooking for a great after school activity? Start with theatre arts!
Top 10 Reasons for Kids to Join a Chorus
August 4, 2021 12:22 pm 1 CommentDoes your child love to sing? Have them try singing in a choir or chorus! Stan DeWitt, Executive Director of the Long Beach Youth Chorus, talks to us about the positive impact choral singing has on kids and teens. He also answers your most frequently asked questions.
Family-Friendly Events Happening in August You Can’t Miss
August 3, 2021 11:48 am Leave your thoughtsArt, music, and nature highlight this month’s most exciting events for kids and families in LA & Orange County.
Where Kids Can Try a Summer Olympic Sport
July 27, 2021 9:26 am Leave your thoughtsIf your kids are inspired to try out a new Olympic sport, we’ve got you covered! Here’s how to find a team/league in your area, plus a few of our favorite local organizations.
8 Tips for Attending an Outdoor Movie with Kids
July 22, 2021 10:33 am Leave your thoughtsOutdoor movies are always a fun summertime tradition. Here’s a few tips to make sure you have a fun night out with the kids!
Build-Your-Own Toddler Summer Camp at Home!
July 20, 2021 2:46 pm Leave your thoughtsSummer is here and school is out! Camps are booked for the older kids, but wait…what am I going to do with my little ones that are not old enough to attend summer camp? Good news is, there are plenty of easy and fun things you can do to give your toddlers and preschoolers a summer camp-like experience at home. Here are 3 of our top summer activities that will encourage your child to play, learn, and get messy!
Live Theatrical Shows for Kids & Families Playing This Summer
July 15, 2021 1:06 pm Leave your thoughtsCLUE! Live – A Walking Experience Westfield Century City in Los Angeles Now – August 8 www.cluewalkingexperience.com In this all-new immersive experience, guests become detectives to solve the mystery of who murdered the elusive Mr. Boddy. The newly minted detectives will be led by Mr. or Ms. Butler through the game board come to life…. View Article
Where to Watch Family Movies for a Few Bucks This Summer
July 8, 2021 1:30 pm Leave your thoughtsSummer heat gettin to ya? Grab the family to spend a couple of hours at the movies! Watch your family’s favorite film for just a few bucks, enjoy the air conditioning, and discounted popcorn too!
7 Reasons Why Every SoCal Kid & Teen Should Be a Junior Lifeguard
March 11, 2021 11:33 am Leave your thoughtsThe Junior Lifeguard program is a treasured summer tradition for many who live near the coast. Year after year, this popular program teaches valuable life lessons and skills to thousands of Southern California kids and teens.
5 Tips Before Going to ‘Taste of Boysenberry Festival’ at Knott’s Berry Farm
March 9, 2021 1:07 pm Leave your thoughtsKnott’s Taste of Boysenberry Festival is here! Here’s 5 tips you need to know before going and a review of the food and overall experience.
