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Hallowe’en Spooktacular | Bob Baker Marionette Theater, Los Angeles
September 5 - November 8: Celebrate Halloween with 100+ spirited puppets, silly songs, spooky fun, a Día de los Muertos sequence, and costume parades in October.
Kids Free San Diego
October 1-31: During the entire month of October, kids 12 and under receive free admission with a paid adult to more than 70 of San Diego County's favorite museums, historic sites, aquariums, gardens and more. Many are even free for the whole family!
Brass Rubbing Medieval Arts Center | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Long Beach
October 13 - November 7: Learn about knights, armor, and medieval customs during a docent talk, then make a take-home brass rubbing using metallic waxes and replica brass plates from English churches. English tea is also available with a reservation.
Banana Ball 2027 Ticket Lottery | Southern California
Through October 31: Enter the Banana Ball Ticket Lottery for a chance to purchase tickets for 2027 games in San Diego, Los Angeles, or Anaheim. FREE to enter!
Los Angeles Fall Fair | La Prada Event Plaza, South El Monte
October 23 – November 1: Hop on carnival rides, play games of skill and chance, and browse local artisans at the largest fall festival in Los Angeles County. Live music takes the stage on weekends, and a food court rounds out the 12-acre fair.
The Music Man | Ahmanson Theatre, Los Angeles
October 27 – November 8: Follow a fast-talking salesman who cons a small Iowa town into buying instruments for a boys' band, until he falls for the town librarian. Hear classic songs like "Seventy-Six Trombones," "Trouble," and "Gary, Indiana" in this Tony Award-winning musical comedy for the whole family.
Fleurs de Villes THE GILDED AGE | Greystone Mansion, Beverly Hills
October 28 – November 4: Explore Greystone Mansion & Gardens transformed with thousands of flowers and floral mannequins inspired by the HBO series The Gilded Age. Catch live floral demonstrations and vote for a favorite design during this 8-day floral experience in Beverly Hills.
L.A. Comic Con | Los Angeles Convention Center, Los Angeles
October 30 – November 1: Explore three days of comics, gaming, cosplay, anime and pop culture with 200+ panels and 800+ exhibitors. Meet celebrity guests at photo ops and autographs, try hands-on gaming demos, and shop original art in Artist Alley. Kids can trick-or-treat indoors on Saturday.
Halloween STEMebration | Battleship IOWA, San Pedro
October 31: Celebrate Halloween aboard the Battleship IOWA with FREE trick-or-treating, hands-on STEM experiences, Halloween games and activities, costumes, candy, and spooky science.
7th Annual Boonion Station | Los Angeles Union Station, Los Angeles
October 31: Trick-or-treat, make Halloween crafts, get your face painted, dance with a DJ, enter costume contests, spot stilt walkers, and more at Union Station. FREE!
Día de los Muertos | Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, San Diego
October 31 - November 1: Celebrate Día de los Muertos in Old Town San Diego with colorful displays, ofrendas, art, and marigolds, plus a festival weekend October 31-November 1 with live music, performances, face painting, food, and kids' crafts. FREE!
International Food & Music Festival: A Taste of the Underworld | Embarcadero Waterfront Park, San Diego
October 31 - November 1: Celebrate Halloween and Día de los Muertos with international food, family attractions, local vendors, '80s funk, Spanish rock, Chicano soul, and more. FREE!
Halloween Day | Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge
October 31: Trick-or-treat through the gardens, dress up for Halloween, pick up a special Descanso sticker, and ride the Pumpkin Express through the fall foliage.
Halloween Celebration at Proud Bird | The Proud Bird Food Bazaar & Events Center, Los Angeles
October 31: Dress up for a Halloween afternoon with a kids costume contest, coloring activities, photo ops, pumpkin painting, prizes, and more. FREE!
Halloween Trick-or-Treating | Flight Path Museum & Learning Center, Los Angeles
October 31: Trick-or-treat beside the LAX runways while exploring vintage aircraft and aviation exhibits at Flight Path Museum.
Día de los Muertos Cultural Festival | Plaza Mexico, Lynwood
October 31: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a community altar, live music, Aztec dancers, Catrinas, face painting, artisan vendors, and traditional food. FREE!
FIGat7th’s Mad Lab Mayhem | FIGat7th, Los Angeles
October 31: Make slime, trick-or-treat, catch a Mad Scientist Show, get your face painted, and more during FIGat7th's Mad Lab Mayhem. FREE!
Old Pasadena Halloween | Old Pasadena, Pasadena
October 31: Dress up in costume and trick-or-treat store-to-store along Colorado Boulevard and nearby streets. Look for orange Treat Stop signs at more than 100 participating businesses to find the treats.
Halloween STEMebration | Battleship IOWA, San Pedro
October 31: Celebrate Halloween with trick-or-treating, interactive STEM experiences, and themed games and activities aboard a real battleship. Costumes are encouraged. FREE!
Yokai Masquerade | Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum, San Diego
October 31: Spend Halloween night among the spirits with yokai-themed décor, carnival games, music and dancing, tarot readings, a fire performance, and more.
Trick-or-Treat at Carved | Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge
October 31: Trick-or-treat among Carved's glowing displays, pick a mini pumpkin, decorate a treat bag, and dance under the lights at Descanso Gardens.
Sensory-Friendly Sunday | Children’s Museum, La Habra
May 3: Explore the museum with reduced noise, dim lighting, and a calm, sensory-friendly environment.
Dinosaur Dash | Fullerton
November 1: Run, walk, or bike to support Tustin schools at the 34th Annual Dino Dash, featuring races, bike tours, trophies, and a free family Expo.
Duck Pond by Circa | The Soraya, Northridge
November 1: Watch Swan Lake reimagined as a contemporary circus performance that collides with the story of The Ugly Duckling. Catch aerials and acrobatics in two tales of identity and discovery about finding your true self.
Día de los Muertos | Kidspace Children’s Museum, Pasadena
November 1: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with music, art, Aztec dance performances, and a community ofrenda honoring loved ones and pets at Kidspace.
Fleet Week in San Diego
November 1-15: Celebrate Fleet Week San Diego with free concerts, STEM activities, ship tours, military displays, a Veterans Day 5K and boat parade, family activities, and opportunities to explore active-duty Navy and Coast Guard vessels.
Dino Dash | The Market Place, Tustin
November 1: Run, walk, or bike during the 35th annual Dino Dash, plus enjoy a family Expo with interactive games, giveaways, and more.
Día de los Muertos Celebration | Natural History Museum, Los Angeles
November 1: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with ofrendas, calavera art, bilingual storytime, family dance classes, and Mariachi Las Catrinas at NHM.
7th Annual Día de los Muertos | Historic Wilmington Cemetery, Wilmington
November 1: Celebrate Día de los Muertos at the Historic Wilmington Cemetery with mariachi music, altars and ofrendas, and a pop-up mercadito.
Día de los Muertos Celebration | Portola Park, La Habra
November 1: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a community ofrenda, cultural performances, live music, crafts, games, and family activities. FREE!
Día de los Muertos | La Plaza Park, Dana Point
November 1: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with ofrendas, mariachi, folklórico dancing, crafts, chalk art, a Selena tribute, Banda AZ, and more. FREE!
Xantolo: Día de los Muertos Celebration | Progress Park, Paramount
November 1: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with art, live music, traditional food, ofrendas, and dance performances at Progress Park. FREE!
Día de los Muertos | Max Berg Plaza Park, San Clemente
November 2: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with a community altar, sugar skull crafts, face painting, Ballet Folklórico and Danza Azteca performances, art, music, vendors, and more. FREE!
Ocean Science Scholars | Birch Aquarium at Scripps, La Jolla
November 3 - December 15: Kids ages 6-10 explore kelp forests, amphibians, fish, tide pools, seabirds, marine debris, and more through hands-on aquarium activities on select Tuesdays.
Bluey’s Big Play | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa
November 4-5: See Bluey, Bingo, Mum, and Dad come to life with puppets, an original story, and music in Bluey's Big Play at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
Free Day at The Huntington Library
EVERY FIRST THURSDAY: The first Thursday of every month is Free Day. Admission is free of charge with advance reservation.
Anime Pasadena | Convention Center, Pasadena
November 6-8: Anime Pasadena brings together 400+ vendors and artists, celebrity guests, cosplay, panels, gaming, anime karaoke, photo ops, performances, and more.
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Christmas Tree Lighting Concert | Citadel Outlets, Commerce
November 7: Kick off the holidays with live performances, Santa lighting the World's Tallest Fresh Cut Christmas Tree, and a magical snow show at Citadel Outlets. FREE!
Repticon | OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa
November 7-8: Repticon Costa Mesa brings a two-day reptile and exotic animal expo to the OC Fair & Event Center. See live animals from around the world and shop pets and pet products directly from expert vendors.
Field of Valor | Handy Park, Orange
November 7-12: See more than 1,200 American flags honoring service members at the Field of Valor, with special ceremonies for the Marine Corps Birthday and Veterans Day.
STEAM Day | Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
November 7: Discover STEAM careers through special displays, meet partner organizations, contribute to a jumbo coloring project, and explore the Aquarium of the Pacific.
Saturday Mornings at the Opera: Open Door Days | LA Opera, Los Angeles
November 7: Discover opera with a kid-friendly performance featuring cowboys, bullfighters, a very sad clown, and a pair of (literal) lovebirds. Sing, dance, act, and craft one-of-a-kind souvenirs in interactive arts workshops before the show.
Veterans Day Remembrance Celebration | Artesia Park, Artesia
November 8: Celebrate local heroes with breakfast, guest speakers, displays, and family fun at Artesia Park. FREE!
Día de Muertos Celebration | Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum, Rancho Dominguez
November 7: Celebrate Día de Muertos with mariachi, baile folklórico performances, traditional food, vendors, and community ofrendas at the Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum. FREE!
Holiday Faire at Great Park in Irvine
November 7: Shop handcrafted gifts, art at Irvine’s annual Holiday Faire. FREE!
Sacred Path x The Autry Pow Wow | Autry Museum of the American West, Los Angeles
November 7: Celebrate Native culture with traditional powwow dancing and songs, Native arts and crafts, community booths, Indian tacos, fry bread, and more at The Autry. FREE!
Veterans Day Celebration | Houghton Park, Long Beach
November 7: Celebrate Veterans Day with a kids' zone, obstacle course, community resource fair, food trucks, DJ sets, and live performances. FREE!
Noche de Altares | Downtown Santa Ana
November 7: Explore community altars honoring loved ones, cultural performances, live music, face painting, and free kids' art workshops during Noche de Altares in Downtown Santa Ana.
Disclaimer: The Kidsguide team does their best to keep event details accurate at the time of posting, but information can change without notice! Be sure to double-check with the event organizer before heading out. Kidsguide is not responsible for any errors, omissions, or changes on our calendar—we’re just here to help you find the fun!
