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Earth Day at MainPlace Mall in Santa Ana
April 19: Free Earth Day fun with mini terrariums, seed ball giveaways, and a recycled-material selfie station—perfect for the whole family!
Open Space Celebration at Quail Hill Trailhead in Irvine
April 19: Free pancake breakfast, family activities, and a guided 1.8-mile hike—perfect for a morning in nature!
Egg-Citement in Costa Mesa
April 19: Join Torelli Realty for an egg-citing event with egg hunts, face painting, bounce houses, photos with the Easter Bunny, and more.
Brunch with the Bunny – City of Downey
April 19: Free community activities include carnival games, photo booth, information booths, prize walk, and family fun.
Earth Day at Natural History Museum
April 19: Celebrate Earth Day with live music, SpongeBob meet & greets, hands-on science, museum collections, crafts, plants, and more at NHM!
Earth Day Celebration at Roundhouse Aquarium
April 19: Enjoy Earth Day activities to like fish feeding observation, plankton races, search for dolphins, Shark Shack, face painting, crafts, and more!
Easter at the International Printing Museum in Carson
April 19: A day filled with the creative fun of letterpress printing, screen printing, paper marbling, sublimation printing, origami, special Easter surprises, and much more! Special guests include Type Writer Connection and Society For Calligraphy.
Anime Festival with Anifest at Torrance Cultural Arts Center
April 19: AniFest brings cosplay, live shows, guest meet-and-greets, 100+ anime vendors, and more—plus free parking and low-cost entry!
Storytelling at ENC in Newport Beach
April 19: Storytime with author Diane Lang, live animals, fire recovery learning table, book signing, and a chance to support local nature centers.
Earth Day at The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College
April 19: Celebrate Earth Day at The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College
Sow, Grow, Celebrate! Earth Day at Bella Terra in Huntington Beach
April 19: Celebrate Earth Day with crafts, live music, plant potting, giveaways, and eco fun for the whole family—free and open to all!
Spring Carnival at Promenade Palos Verde in Rolling Hills
April 19: Rides, food, activities, super egg hunt with tons of eggs hidden throughout the mall. Search for super rare golden tickets hidden inside eggs for big prizes and eggs falling from the sky.
Events at Long Beach Public Libraries
Ongoing: Explore free events at Long Beach Public Libraries, including storytimes, workshops, book clubs, and hands-on activities for all ages!
Orange May Parade in Historic Old Towne Orange
The parade began in 1933 to mark the beginning of the Valencia orange packing season. It has now evolved into a showcase of the many organizations that call the City of Orange home.
Spring Harvest Festival at Tanaka Farms
Weekends, thru April 20: Join in for Spring and Easter inspired food, games, and activities.
Earth Day Celebration at reDiscover Center in LA
April 20: Make art using recycled materials with us to celebrate Earth Day!
Five Day Spring Break Camp at Sewing Lab
APRIL 21-25: Beginners ages 8 and up are welcome and returning students too. Sewing Lab has a long list of projects to choose from and students can pick according to their interest and skill level.
Spring Art Camp at Colorz Kidz
APRIL 21-25: Get creative with Colorz Kidz fun and engaging Spring-Break Art Camp. Sign up for one day or the week!
Party for the Planet at Birch Aquarium
April 22: This family-friendly event celebrates our ocean planet's biodiversity and features live music, earth-friendly crafts, conservation presentations, a community art project, scavenger hunt, interactive stations, and more.
Earth Day Presentation at OC Public Libraries
April 1-22: Enjoy activities and demonstrations with OC Waste & Recycling. Earth Day Kits are available at all branches *while supplies last.
Earth Day Celebration at Pacific City in Huntington Beach
April 22: Picnic with ocean views, live music, marine life presentations, Earth Day crafts, and healthy bites—RSVP for craft supplies!
Children’s Water Education Festival at UC Irvine (for School Groups)
April 23-24: Orange County 3rd-5th grade teachers and their students are invited to attend the Children's Water Education Festival to learn about local water issues and the environment.
Santa Ana Zoo Park Pop-Ups
February 7 - May 23: Explore nature with Zoo Staff at parks throughout Santa Ana. Walk-ups welcome. No reservations required.
Lil’ Chef April Spring Break Camp, Workshop, Parent’s Night Out
April 2025: A fun, exciting atmosphere for kids to develop hands-on skills and techniques in the kitchen. Spring Break Camp, Workshops, and Parent's Night Out.
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!
FUN-tastic Family Night in Lakewood
February 21, March 21, April 25: Each event includes a light dinner followed by family-friendly entertainment. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Doors open at 6 p.m.
OC Día del Niño in Fullerton
April 26: Día del Niño features fun and interactive activities and performances by professional artists, arts organizations, schools and community groups that can be enjoyed by the whole family and children of all ages and skill levels.
Family Hike at Black Star Canyon | Irvine Ranch Open Space
March–April (Saturdays): Take a guided 3–4 mile family hike along a flat canyon trail with wildlife spotting and interpretive stops. Registration may be required.
Celebration of the Young Child in Downtown Long Beach
April 26: A free celebration for kids up to 8 with performances, crafts, sensory play, screenings, and resources for families.
Baby Shark at SeaWorld in San Diego
April 19 - June 22: Meet Baby Shark and Pinkfong, catch a short live show, and find themed food and merch on select weekends.
LEGO Shipbuilding Contest at the LA Maritime Museum
April 26: Build your own ship and compete for prizes at this free family-friendly Lego event on the waterfront.
South County Pet Expo in Lake Forest
April 26: Find pet products, live demos, and adoptable animals at this pawsome expo—plus free pet tags and shelter info from OC Animal Care.
Arts & Literacy Festival in Santa Monica
April 26: Celebrate dinosaurs with storytime, a costume parade, free book giveaways, live performances, and hands-on early learning activities at this free festival for young children and families.
Day at the Rocks at Vasquez Rocks County Park in Agua Dulce
April 26: Enjoy crafts, cultural booths, live music, local vendors, and animal meet-and-greets at this community day in the park.
Arbor Day in Los Alamitos
April 26: Eco-crafts, free mulch and compost, kids' activities, and a tree planting celebration in honor of Arbor Day.
Earth Day at ENC Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary
April 26: Celebrate Earth Day with frog-themed crafts, story time, amphibian games, and live animal encounters.
Earth Day at the Bay in Newport Beach
April 26: This free, family-friendly event features environmental-themed exhibits, booths, arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, and educational information.
SoCal API Festival at the Oceanside Civic Center Plaza
April 26: Celebrate 20+ ANHPI cultures with live art, martial arts, hands-on activities, community vendors, and family fun at this free all-ages festival.
Storytime in the Galleries at Bowers Museum
April 26: Celebrate Earth Day with a kid-friendly reading about Yosemite’s endangered mountain frogs, conservation, and the power of resilience.
Día de los Niños Celebration in Santa Ana
April 26: Enjoy a day of books, music, games, and kid-friendly fun with author readings, crafts, and free treats.
Festival of Nations in La Palma
April 26: Parade, cultural performances, carnival rides, games, petting zoo, and food trucks—celebrate La Palma’s diverse community!
Spring Fling at Discovery Cube in LA
April 26: Learn about pollinators, plant native seeds, and explore how UV rays affect our world in this hands-on celebration of California’s environment.
Riverside Tamale Festival
April 26: A vibrant celebration of culture, community, and cuisine. It features a wide variety of delicious tamales, live music, artisan vendors, cultural performances, kids zone, and family-friendly activities.
Earth Day Celebration at the District in Tustin
April 26: Celebrate Earth Day with eco-friendly crafts, face painting, balloon twisting, a planting station, and live garden bugs with Doodlebugs Animal Adventures.
Kite Festival at Ascot Hills Park in Los Angeles
April 26: Enjoy a kite festival with free kites (while supplies last), tree giveaway, kids crafts and activities, DJ sets, and eco-friendly booths.
Cambodian Heritage Month Market Pop Up at 2nd & PCH in Long Beach
April 26: Celebrate Cambodian culture with traditional dance, crafts, live music, and more family fun at this festive community event.
AMP Festival at Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica
April 26: Celebrate art, music, and community with live performances, an interactive kids' Paint Lab, and a public art installation on the Promenade.
Día del Niño at Plaza de la Raza in LA
April 26: Live music, puppet shows, hands-on art workshops, a petting zoo, and free family fun celebrating creativity and the joy of childhood.
Cherry Blossom Festival in West Covina
April 26: Celebrate spring with Japanese food, music, taiko drums, shopping, and giveaways at this Cherry Blossom Festival.
The Eclectic Music Festival and Arts Crawl in Pasadena
April 26: Enjoy a day of music, featuring 8 stages, over 50 musicians! The festival includes interactive experiences & activities, a kids zone, photo ops, artisans alley, and food trucks.
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!
