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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.
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.
City of Bell Carnival | Bell
November 5-8: Enjoy four days of family fun with carnival rides, games, and entertainment at the Bell Carnival.
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!
Luminaria Nights | California Botanic Garden, Claremont
December 4-19: Wander through glowing luminarias and illuminated gardens while enjoying live music, art installations, food, drinks, and festive nighttime scenery.
Santa’s Arrival & Tree Lighting Ceremony | Victoria Gardens, Rancho Cucamonga
November 6: Welcome Santa and watch a 45-foot live Christmas tree light up alongside a choreographed light show, laser experience, and live music from Harbor Party. 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.
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!
Celebrating Diwali | Pretend City Children’s Museum, Irvine
November 7: Celebrate Diwali with upbeat Indian music, joyful movement, and a hands-on diya decorating activity at Pretend City. Included with museum admission.
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!
Corita Day Festival | SCI-Arc, Los Angeles
November 7: Make art, see Bob Baker Marionette Theater, and enjoy live music and a KCRW DJ set at this all-ages celebration inspired by artist Corita Kent. FREE with advance registration!
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.
El Poder de La Cultura Morelense: Día de Muertos | Downtown Santa Ana
November 7: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with live music, food, vendors, Chinelos de Morelos, and a colorful parade of Chinelos and Catrinas. FREE!
Drop-in Workshop: Día de Muertos with Lil’ Libros | Academy Museum, LA
November 7: Create your own Catrina inspired by the zodiac and Little Astrology Catrinas during a family workshop with Lil' Libros author and illustrator Mariana Galvez. Youth 17 and under get FREE museum admission!
30th Anniversary Air Fair & F/A-18 Super Hornet Dedication | Palm Springs Air Museum
November 7: See the dedication of a Top Gun: Maverick F/A-18 Super Hornet plus historic aircraft, family activities, live entertainment, veteran tributes, and more at Palm Springs Air Museum's 30th Anniversary Air Fair.
ArtLab | Hammer Museum, Los Angeles
November 7: Drop by Art Lab for hands-on creative activities inspired by artworks on view at the museum.
Merry Little Village Tree Lighting Ceremony | Long Beach Exchange, Long Beach
November 7: Kick off the holidays with Santa, gingerbread characters, Sugarplum Fairy performances, crafts, festive photo ops, artisan vendors, and a magical tree lighting at Long Beach Exchange. FREE!
$5 Play Day | The Children’s Museum at La Habra
February - December: The Children's Museum at La Habra hosts its first $5 Play Day with full access to all exhibits. Ride the carousel, explore the Dino Garden, and hop aboard the historic train car.
Artist-at-Work: Serigraphy | Getty Center, Los Angeles
November 8 & 22 & December 13: Meet artist Alfonso Aceve and watch the art of silkscreen printing come to life during bilingual, drop-in family demonstrations at the Getty Center. FREE!
Community Chanukah Celebration | Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, Yorba Linda
November 8: Celebrate Chanukah with a Grand Menorah Lighting, traditional songs, children's performances, and a community sing-along at the Nixon Library. 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. FREE!
Latin Music Appreciation Day | GRAMMY Museum, Los Angeles
November 8: Celebrate Latin music and culture with Lucky Diaz, salsa and bachata lessons, a live performance, DJ set, and more at the GRAMMY Museum.
STEAM Day | MUZEO Museum and Cultural Center, Anaheim
November 8: Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math with music, hands-on activities, vendors, and unique STEAM experiences at MUZEO. FREE!
Exploring Your Universe | UCLA
November 8: Exploring Your Universe (EYU) at UCLA will be hosting science booths and science talks with subjects ranging from astronomy, biology, geology, chemistry, sustainability, psychology, and more. FREE!
Kids Market | The District, Tustin
November 8: Shop a community market where the vendors are kids, selling their own handmade goods and creative products.
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting | The Old Globe, San Diego
November 8: See The Old Globe's Grinchmas tree light up, catch a special performance from the cast of How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, and enjoy a magical holiday snowfall. 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.
Shark Lagoon Nights | Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
Sep 22, Oct 6, Oct 20, Nov 10, Nov 24: Touch bamboo sharks, see rays, and get up close with large sharks during free after-hours evenings at the Aquarium of the Pacific. Only Shark Lagoon is open; event is weather-dependent. FREE!
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