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Free Spring Events Across LA | LA Recreation & Parks
March - April: Join free spring egg hunts, arts & crafts, games, jumpers, face painting, and more at recreation centers across Los Angeles. Events run citywide through all 15 council districts. FREE!
Tanaka Strawberry Festival | Tanaka Farms, Irvine
March 21 - April 26: Enjoy free admission to Tanaka Farms' annual Strawberry Festival. Free activities include wagon rides, Easter Bunny photos, barnyard animals, and a 30-minute all-you-can-eat Strawberry Feast. U-Pick Strawberry Tours are also available with paid reservations. FREE!
The Lizard & El Sol | Parks Across Pasadena & Altadena
April 4–May 3: A bilingual outdoor theater show for ages 0–5 with music, storytelling, and crafts in local parks. FREE!
Spring Carnival | La Puente
April 9–12: Enjoy rides, games, food, live bands, and a car show. FREE!
Heritage House Tours | Arboretum & Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton
April 10–11: Tour a historic home, enjoy a scavenger hunt, and grab snacks. FREE!
Amazing Art Expo: Anime, Game & Pop Culture Event | Hilton Long Beach
April 10–12: Meet voice actors from popular series like Sailor Moon and Naruto, and special guest appearance by the voice actor of Jinu from Kpop Demon Hunters. Also explore pop culture art and join in on a cosplay contest. FREE!
Cambodian New Year Event & Community Resource Fair | Long Beach
April 10: Celebrate Cambodian New Year with a blessing ceremony, live band music, and a community resource fair. Connect with local resources and enjoy traditional cultural festivities throughout the day. FREE!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Sounds of Santa Monica: Kids Club Edition ft. The BeatBuds | Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica
April 10: Santa Monica Place hosts a free Kids Club performance in Center Plaza featuring The BeatBuds, an interactive duo show with singing, movement, handheld percussion, and rhythmic exploration. Enjoy crafts and giveaways. Activities are suitable for kids of all ages. FREE!
Yuri’s Night Los Angeles | Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles
April 11: Meet astronauts, explore exhibits, and enjoy space science programming. FREE-ish!
Imaginology | OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa
April 11-12: Imaginology is a free family event that focuses on STEAM education featuring unique experiences for all ages including makeshops, demonstrations, competitions, hands-on activities and entertainment, as well as food and fun. FREE
LA County UbeFest | Cerritos
April 11–12: Celebrate Filipino culture and ube-themed food at this two-day outdoor festival with 200+ vendors. Browse ube creations and Filipino cuisine as the event brings together 120,000+ festival-goers to normalize Filipino food for a wider audience. FREE!
Day Out With Thomas | Southern California Railway Museum, Perris
April 11–12 & 18–19: Ride with Thomas, enjoy the historic trolley ride, bounce houses, petter zoo, photo ops, and more.
Cherry Blossom Festival | Barnes Park, Monterey Park
April 11–12: Experience taiko drums, cultural performances, crafts, and food. FREE!
Cars, Bikes & Coffee | American Honda Collection Hall, Torrance
April 11: See cars, bikes, racing demos, and enjoy coffee and giveaways. FREE!
National Pet Day Celebration | Vin Scully Centennial Park, La Habra
April 11: Celebrate National Pet Day with animal adoptions, a live dog training demo, community games, raffles, and interactive fun with the Mobile Museum from The Children's Museum at La Habra. Meet adoptable animals, connect with local shelters and rescue organizations, and explore pet-focused vendors and community partners. FREE!
Earth Day 2026 | Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, Whittier
April 11: Explore green exhibits, earth-friendly crafts, live music, and family activities like magic show and face painting. FREE!
Ventura County Farm Day | Ventura County
April 11: Tour local farms, meet growers, and enjoy hands-on activities during this self-guided countywide agriculture event. FREE!
Whale of a Day Festival | Point Vicente Interpretive Center, Rancho Palos Verdes
April 11: Celebrate the Pacific Gray whale migration at this free, cliff-side festival on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Watch for whales, tour the Point Vicente Lighthouse and Interpretive Center, and enjoy kids' games, crafts, inflatables, face painting, live music, and food trucks. FREE!
The Big Play Date at The Village | Westwood Village, Los Angeles
April 11: Head to Westwood Village for a free afternoon of outdoor play, animals, and hands-on activities. Kids can visit the petting zoo, try pony rides, get faces painted, and explore activity stations. FREE!
Family Science Sunday | Marine Mammal Care Center, San Pedro
Sundays: Hands-on marine science workshops let kids explore rescue techniques, ocean animals, dissections, climate science, and more at this free MMCC family program. FREE!
Kids Beach Cleanup | Dockweiler Youth Center, Playa del Rey
April 12: Join a beach cleanup with crafts, tidepools, and eco activities. FREE!
Antique Aircraft Display Days at Fullerton Airport
2nd Sunday of the Month: Owners of classic aircrafts are invited to display their aircrafts and visitors are invited to view the displays.
Family Flicks Series | Hammer Museum, LA
February - April: The Secret Life of Pets, Feb 1 | Inside Out, March 22 | Singin' in the Rain, April 12. FREE!
Annual Parade & Carnival | Hawaiian Gardens Downtown
April 17–19: Enjoy live music, youth performances, and a full weekend carnival vibe. Kids can watch shows, cheer on performers, and join community festivities. FREE!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Short Dawgs in Da House | Ventura Harbor Village, Ventura
April 18: Watch adorable dog races, contests, and waterfront festival fun. Kids can cheer on pups, explore vendors, and see the Biggest Weenie Race. FREE!
Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival | William S. Hart Park, Santa Clarita
April 18–19: Step into the Old West with live music, history demos, and cowboy fun. Kids can pan for gold, meet farm animals, and try frontier crafts. FREE!
Spring Native Gathering and Powwow | Cal State Dominguez Hills
April 18: Experience traditional Native dances, drums, and cultural performances. Kids can try beading, explore crafts, and enjoy youth activities. FREE!
Free Miniature Train Rides at Fairview Park in Costa Mesa
THIRD WEEKEND OF EVERY MONTH: The Orange County Model Engineers offer public ride days every third full weekend of each month. To ride the trains, children must be able to walk and be at least 31" tall. A typical trip takes about 12 minutes and covers two loops of the park.
Day Out With Thomas | Southern California Railway Museum, Perris
April 11–12 & 18–19: Ride with Thomas, enjoy the historic trolley ride, bounce houses, petter zoo, photo ops, and more.
Dragon Ball Games Battle Hour | Los Angeles
April 18–19: Explore Dragon Ball games, panels, and live competitions at this fan event. Kids can join interactive booths and collect limited-edition items. FREE!
Lowe’s Kids Workshops
MyLowe’s Rewards Kids Workshops are free, hands-on DIY experiences designed just for kids. Feb 21: Birdhouse / Mar 21: Lawn Mower / Apr 18: Terrarium / May 16: Garden Basket / Jun 13: Trophy Cup / Jul 18: Mini Toy Box / Sep 12: Haunted House / Oct 17: Firefighting Plane / Nov 14: Holiday Engine / Dec 12: Holiday Trolley Car / Jan 16, 2027: Winter Play Lodge
Open Space Celebration | Quail Hill Trailhead, Irvine
April 18: Enjoy a pancake breakfast, outdoor exhibits, and a guided nature hike. Kids can meet mounted police horses and explore hands-on activities. FREE!
Earth Day Beach Clean Up & Educational Fair | San Clemente Pier & Parque Del Mar
April 18: Join a beach cleanup and explore an educational fair by the ocean. Kids can see city vehicles, play games, and grab free giveaways. FREE!
Good To Go Fair | Pretend City Children’s Museum, Irvine
April 18: Enjoy a variety of activities, resources, and services designed to support your child’s development and overall well-being. Attend free health screenings for children ages 0–5, including developmental, vision, dental, and social-emotional screenings. Complete 3 screenings and earn a free ticket to Pretend City Children's Museum. FREE!
Easy Mornings | Gloria Molina Grand Park, Los Angeles
April 4 & 18: Join two free mornings of nature-inspired activities at a Los Angeles park, including family yoga, arts & crafts, face painting, storytelling, and a sensory break space. On April 18, a free outdoor festival across the street adds live music, dance performances, and interactive art-making to the day. FREE!
Community Arts Festival | Central Park, Rancho Cucamonga
April 18: Celebrate local art, live performances, and creative exhibits. Kids can try hands-on activities and explore interactive art experiences.
CMA Grand Opening | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
April 18: Celebrate Earth Day at the grand opening of a newly renovated Exhibit Hall and new Collections Room. Join a beach cleanup, ribbon cutting, tours, puppet shows, films, and food trucks throughout the day. FREE!
CMA Grand Opening | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
April 18: Celebrate a grand reopening with tours, puppet shows, and ocean exhibits. Kids can explore marine life and enjoy hands-on activities and a beach cleanup.
Earth Day at the Bay | Peter and Mary Muth Interpretive Center, Newport Beach
April 18: Celebrate Earth Day with crafts, science activities, and live music by the bay. Kids can complete a scavenger hunt and win prizes. FREE!
Earth Day Celebration | The Shops at Rossmoor, Seal Beach
April 18: Celebrate Earth Day with ocean-themed crafts, games, and hands-on fun. Kids can touch sea animals and take photos with a shark character. FREE!
Ascot Hills Park Kite Festival | Los Angeles
April 18: Fly kites, try kids' crafts, and enjoy live entertainment at this free annual community festival marking 20 years of Ascot Hills Park. Free kites are available while supplies last, and LA residents can pick up a tree, rain barrel, or compost pail. FREE!
Children’s Day Fun Fair | Barton Park, Anaheim
April 18: Enjoy games, crafts, and a fun-filled community fair at the park. Kids can grab popcorn, win prizes, and play all afternoon. FREE!
Family Science Sunday | Marine Mammal Care Center, San Pedro
Sundays: Hands-on marine science workshops let kids explore rescue techniques, ocean animals, dissections, climate science, and more at this free MMCC family program. FREE!
Avocado Festival in Fallbook
April 19: Celebrate all things avocado with food, contests, and festival fun. Kids can race in the Avo 500 and explore hands-on activities. FREE!
Centennial Farm Discovery Days
September 30 - June 1: During a Discovery Day, “farmers” are stationed around the farm available to answer questions and provide information.
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Riverside Insect Fair | Main Library, Riverside
April 25: Explore the world of insects at this free, family-friendly fair featuring cockroach races, a bug collection workshop, storytime, art, and 50+ vendors. FREE!
City of STEM Festival & LA Maker Faire | Exposition Park South Lawn, Los Angeles
April 26: Explore SoCal’s largest science festival with hands-on exhibits, demos, and maker experiences. Kids can build, experiment, and meet real creators. FREE!
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