All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Pretend City Children’s Museum, Irvine
January 19: Celebrate MLK Day at Pretend City with hands-on activities and kid-friendly learning honoring Dr. King’s legacy.
Dog Man: The Musical | Long Beach Terrace Theater
January 22: Cheer on Dog Man as he battles cyborg fish, Beasty Buildings, and one very evil cat in this musical made for giggle-loving kids.
Free Family World of Magic & Wishes Event | The Shops at Mission Viejo
January 23: Make wands, get magical face paint, and enjoy a whimsical live magic show with Mr. Bear. FREE!
Festival of Human Abilities at the Aquarium of the Pacific
January 24-25: Join the Aquarium of the Pacific for its annual Festival of Human Abilities, a celebration highlighting the creative talents and abilities of people with disabilities.
Riverside Lunar Festival
January 24-25: The Riverside Lunar Festival offers a mix of cultural performances, including K-Pop and lion dances and carnival rides. Kids can engage in hands-on workshops like calligraphy, tea ceremonies, and Lunar New Year crafts, while families explore an artisan market and enjoy gourmet street food.
Storytime Adventures | Lakeshore Learning (Multiple Locations)
January 10 & 24: Make story-themed crafts, explore hands-on activities, and spark imagination at this free walk-in event for little learners. FREE!
LAM Kids! Studio | Laguna Art Museum, Laguna Beach
Select days, January - March: Enjoy a sensory-friendly art session at 9am, and then another hands-on kids’ art workshop exploring museum galleries at 11am.
Meet Me in the Garden | The Huntington Library, San Marino
January 24: Explore sensory-based plant activities and Braille-inspired learning at this inclusive garden program.
History on the Flightline | Lyon Air Museum, Santa Ana
January 24: Explore historic warbirds, meet reenactors, and enjoy coffee on the museum flightline. Admission required.
Westerly School Open House | Long Beach
January 24: Tour the Westerly campus and experience their learning spaced during the school day! FREE!
Snow Day | City of Commerce Transportation Center
January 24: Play in real snow and enjoy sledding, treats, and music at this family winter event. FREE!
Astronaut Commemoration | Columbia Memorial Space, Downey
January 24: Come remember the astronauts of the Challenger, Columbia, and Apollo I, all of whom we lost on our trek to the stars. FREE!
Symphonies for Youth: Sensory Symphony | Walt Disney Concert Hall, LA
January 17 & 24: Experience a sensory-forward concert where kids feel sound through rhythm, light, and a 6,000-pipe organ.
Lunar New Year Celebration | Whittier Narrows Nature Center, South El Monte
January 24: Celebrate Lunar New Year with zodiac storytelling, lantern crafts, and festive snacks at this free family event. FREE!
MAUM: Lunar New Year Block Party | Los Angeles
January 24: Ring in the Year of the Horse with lion dances, fan dance, electric cello, live calligraphy, hanbok try-ons, Yutnori, Korean tea tasting, and hands-on craft stations for all ages. FREE!
ROAR! Neighborhood Market | The Hangar, Long Beach
January 24: Meet a live-action dinosaur, enjoy a free reptile show, and explore bilingual kids’ books at this dino-themed family market. FREE!
Weather Hunters ft. Al Roker | Natural History Museum, Los Angeles
January 24: Explore hands-on weather science, meet Weather Hunters characters, and catch special screenings with a Q&A featuring Al Roker.
Star Party | Madrona Marsh Preserve & Nature Center, Torrance
January 24: Explore the night sky with telescopes and hear the latest discoveries from the James Webb Space Telescope. FREE!
Classic Car Show for Kids | Jordan Family Classic Cars, Santa Ana
January 25: Enjoy a kids-only classic car show with music, games, face painting, and judging categories just for kids. FREE!
Family Concert: OC Youth Symphony | Soka Performing Arts Center, Aliso Viejo
January 25: Enjoy a free family concert with narrated music and hands-on lobby activities before showtime. FREE!
New Year Sekku | CSULB Japanese Garden
January 25: Welcome the Year of the Horse with crafts, activities, and live music.
Orizomegami Workshop: Pattern & Color | Great Park Studio, Irvine
January 25: Explore Japanese fold-dyeing as you create vibrant patterned papers in this free, hands-on workshop. FREE!
Year of the Horse: Lunar New Year Celebration | McGroarty Arts Center, LA
January 25: Celebrate the Year of the Horse with hands-on crafts, cultural performances, and family-friendly festivities. FREE!
The Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show | Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
January 25: Watch rescue dogs perform frisbee tricks, agility races, and stunts in this high-energy show.
Urban Kids Consignment Sale | Tustin
January 27-31: Shop and save 50-90% off retail on over 40,000 gently used and new items, from 350 sellers under 20,000 sq. ft of space! You'll want to shop early for the best selection and prices.
Mermaid Story Time with Once Upon an Island in Newport Beach
Nov 5 - Jan 28, 2026: Enjoy mermaid story time with bubbles, puppets, and story time magic, plus a free latte for moms. RSVP required. FREE!
20 Years of Los Angeles Ballet | The Wallis, Beverly Hills
January 29-31: Experience a landmark evening of Balanchine brilliance, Van Manen artistry, and a brand-new world premiere celebrating 20 years of Los Angeles Ballet.
LEGOLAND® Junior Galaxy Explorers | Kidspace Museum, Pasadena
January 30–31: Kids build LEGO spacecraft with a Master Model Builder and can enter a contest to be among the first riders of LEGOLAND’s new Galacticoaster.
Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach
Every Friday: Wild tales is offered every Friday and include an outdoor story time in the newly-renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in the classroom. FREE!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Lunar New Year Celebration | Morning Lavender, Tustin
January 30: Celebrate Lunar New Year with a themed kids’ tea party, a community night market, and a special Mommy & Me Áo Dài fashion show.
Family Nite | Columbia Memorial Space Center, Downey
January 30: Explore the Space Center after hours with hands-on exhibits and kid-friendly talks about astronomy. FREE!
Tanzanite African Acrobats | Irvine Barclay Theatre
January 31: Watch East African acrobats perform towering human pyramids, rhythmic drumming, and dazzling stunts in a high-energy cultural showcase.
Youth Woodworking Class | The Gamble House, Pasadena
January 31: Kids ages 5–15 can learn sanding, sawing, and other beginner woodworking skills in this free hands-on workshop. FREE!
Weekend Train & Trolley Rides | Southern California Railway Museum, Perris
Select Weekends: Take a ride on the Museum Railway on a real operating trolley or behind a locomotive every weekend. Parking, entry to grounds, and entry to open exhibits are free (except during special ticketed events).
Lunar New Year Festival in Monterey Park
January 31 - February 1: Enjoy a day celebrating the Lunar New Year with performers, delicious food, live entertainment, family activities, and more!
The Great Race: A Chinese New Year Adventure | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa
January 31 & February 1: Join characters, Po Po and Kung Kung, as they celebrate Chinese New Year by making dumplings and sharing the story of The Great Race with their grandkids, Freddie and Ivy. The show weaves a family celebration with a re-telling of one of the most beloved tales in Chinese folklore - the origin story of the Chinese Zodiac.
Chino Lunar New Year Festival
January 31–February 1: Enjoy lion dances, street food, live entertainment, and hands-on cultural fun at the Chino Lunar Festival. FREE!
Vernal Pool Walk | Fairview Park, Costa Mesa
January 31: Explore rare vernal pools with an ecologist and learn how these seasonal wetlands support endangered species. FREE!
DodgerFest | Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles
January 31: Enjoy games, live music, player meet-and-greets, and a Dodgers memorabilia fundraiser supporting community programs. FREE!
Miyawaki Forest | Gloria Molina Grand Park, Los Angeles
January 31: Explore the groundbreaking of L.A.’s first urban Miyawaki Forest with cultural performances and hands-on workshops. FREE!
Children’s Day Celebration | Ability First Educational Center, Long Beach
January 31: Enjoy free crafts, activities, and toy giveaways at a family celebration full of hands-on fun. FREE!
Koreatown Lunar Night Market | Los Angeles
January 31: Enjoy lion dancing, Korean drumming, AAPI vendors, and a chance to snag a $15 food voucher at this lively Lunar Night Market. 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!
Lunar New Year Celebration | Casa Romantica, San Clemente
February 1: Enjoy free admission to Casa Romantica with lion dance, festive crafts, and activities celebrating the traditions of Lunar New Year. Lucky red envelopes will be given out to the first 100 attendees.
Whale Fiesta | Cabrillo Aquarium, San Pedro
February 1: Celebrate the migration of the Pacific gray whale and the beginning of the whale watch season. It's a family day filled with activities and exhibits for all including games, arts and crafts, puppet shows, expert guest lecturers, and festive music.
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!
Lunar New Year Festival | Bowers Museum, Santa Ana
February 1: Celebrate Lunar New Year with a Dragon Dance, crafts, face painting, and treats at this free family festival. FREE!
Family Style Dance Class | Glendale Central Library
February 1: Join a fun family dance class with warm-ups, games, and group choreography for kids and their grownups.
Valentine’s Kids Club | 2nd & PCH, Long Beach
February 3: Dance with Clubhouse Characters, make Valentine crafts, and enjoy a festive morning of hugs and photo ops. FREE!
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!
