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Maya: The Exhibition at California Science Center
APRIL 2 - JANUARY 15: Through priceless artifacts and hands-on exhibits, discover how the ancient Maya built and sustained complex cities in the heart of the rainforest.
Exhibition: Pokémon x Kogei | Playful Encounters of Pokémon and Japanese Craft
JULY 25 - JANUARY 7: Pokémon x Kogei presents the historic collaboration between Pokémon and some of Japan's most talented artists.
Limited-Time Exhibit | Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Secrets of the Sewer at Discovery Cube OC
SEPTEMBER 16 - FEBRUARY 19: Experience the first-ever museum exhibit featuring the four heroic ninjas in training— Nickelodeon’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Leap to the rescue and learn teamwork, collaboration, and problem-solving as you work your way through puzzles, mazes, and obstacles. Explore the sewer-like lair, where good guys win and bad guys lose!
Free Family Events at Lincoln Park in Long Beach
NOVEMBER - DECEMBER: Join the City of Long Beach for free family events at Lincoln Park. Weekly activities include Tuesday Walking Group, Wednesday Intro to Fitness with Park Equipment, Friday Play Date in the Park, and Friday Come & Dance. Game Night on November 28 and December 21. Movie Night on December 28.
The Dr. Seuss Experience at Santa Monica Place
NOVEMBER 11 - JANUARY 31: Immerse yourself in imaginative spaces that bring to life nine of your favorite Dr. Seuss books. Enjoy meet and greets and story time moments with The Cat in the Hat, The Grinch, The Lorax, and more.
CoComelon Party Time at Santa Monica Place
NOVEMBER 17 - DECEMBER 30: An immersive experience that takes you inside the colorful world of CoComelon where children can explore their way through a variety of interactive party experiences including party games, dance floor, pretend ride in a hot air balloon, snack bag, coloring center, story time, and a meet and greet!
Lightscape at LA Arboretum
NOVEMBER 17 - JANUARY 2, 2024: The reimagined Lightscape merges nature and art in the Fire Garden, Arch of Light, Feast of Light, Dancing Palms, and other installations. Fan favorite, the Winter Cathedral, returns!
Holidays at Legoland
NOVEMBER 18 - JANUARY 7: Experience Holidays at Legoland featuring a 30-foot, fully decorated, LEGO Christmas tree with over 400 LEGO ornaments, holiday character meet-and-greets, seasonal shows, and treats.
Dog Man: The Musical at Kirk Douglas Theatre
NOVEMBER 21 - JANUARY 7: Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious and heartwarming new production following the chronicles of Dog Man, who with the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture.
Lighting of the Bay at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort
NOVEMBER 24 - DECEMBER 31: The waveless bay will transform each evening into a winter wonderland featuring more than fifty lighted holiday decorations and Christmas trees.
Frosty’s Village at the Pumpkin Factory in Corona
NOVEMBER 24 - DECEMBER 31, 2023: Enjoy rides and attractions including carousel, coaster, pony rides, and an ice skating rink! Shop for trees, garlands, and bows for the holidays.
LA Kings Holiday Ice at L.A. Live
DATES TBA: Skate your way into the holiday season and enjoy the outdoor ice skating rink right in front of Crypto.com Arena.
Winter Wonderland at the El Dorado Frontier in Long Beach
NOVEMBER 25 - DECEMBER 23: The El Dorado Frontier will be all decked out for the holidays, with lights and snow! Kids can enjoy rides and a meet and greet with Santa.
Pirates Take Christmas
DECEMBER 1 - JANUARY 1: This yuletide adventure combines audience participation, heart-pounding action and the spirit of the season; along with a hearty 3-course Feast.
Santa Ana Winter Village
DECEMBER 2 - 31: This month-long event includes family friendly events and activities throughout its entirety. Participants are able to enjoy ice skating, a holiday light show, food vendors, and more.
Holidayz at Great Park in Irvine
DECEMBER 2 - JANUARY 7: The Great Park transforms into a winterscape of holiday-themed art, music, and lights. Visit the Palm Court Arts Complex to enjoy interactive displays and festive photo backdrops.
Holly Jolly Festival! at the Anaheim GardenWalk
DECEMBER 3-30: Enjoy holiday photos, meet holiday characters, play at the game zone. Ride on the Christmas train or have the kids race at the Giddy Up Raceway!
A Christmas Story the Musical at the Ahmanson Theater in LA
DECEMBER 5-31: Enjoy a live musical adaptation of the classic holiday movie 'A Christmas Story'!
A Cinderella Christmas at Laguna Playhouse
DECEMBER 7-29: A wild, wacky, and interactive holiday event featuring all of your favorite characters, A Cinderella Christmas sets the age-old fairytale of Cinderella to modern music, with a comical twist and incredible magic!
Santa’s Circus – Montalbán Theater in LA
DECEMBER 8-23, 2023: Enjoy this 90 minute cirque-style acrobatics holiday family show happening at the Montalbán Theater. Kids will be wow-ed by the stunts, and even get to interact during the show when they are invited to deliver their Santa letters to Mrs. Claus.
Babes in Toyland – Immersive Experience in Pasadena
DECEMBER 8-23: Step into a delightful world with Babes in Toyland, a magical immersive experience based on the beloved story of the same name. See your favorite storybook characters and visit the four lands of Merry Lane - Storybook Land, Candyland, Gingerbread Land, and Toyland.
Free Ice Skating in Santa Monica
SELECT DATES, DECEMBER 8-26: Guests can visit Ice at Santa Monica for Netflix Family Nights for complimentary skate sessions featuring family favorite films and shows.
Thomas Dambo Trolls: Save the Humans at South Coast Botanic Garden in Palos Verde
NOW - JANUARY 14: Journey through the gardens and encounter larger-than-life troll sculptures created by Thomas Dambo.
Holiday Spectacular at The Pasadena Playhouse
DECEMBER 14-23, 2023A brand-new holiday show that’s sure to leave you feeling merry and bright from Tony nominee, Sam Pinkleton. It’s holiday hijinks as only the Playhouse can do. For ages 6 and up.
Ice Rink at Paséa Hotel in Huntington Beach
DECEMBER 14 - JANUARY 2: The 4th annual Ice Rink at Paséa Hotel & Spa returns in 2023 with oceanfront ice skating, reserved firepit experiences, theme nights, holiday cocktails and bites, group skate sessions, performances, and more holiday delights.
Twas the Week Before Christmas Holiday Camp at Lil’ Chef School
DECEMBER 18-22: Get ready, set, COOK! All kiddos on deck! Kids will have fun cooking amazing holiday creations while you put the finishing touches on your family’s holiday plans. If you can’t join for the full camp, come on the days you can.
Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
DECEMBER 19-24: Discover the magic of Dr. Seuss’ classic holiday tale as it comes to life on stage. Featuring the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas,” The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he bargained for in this heart-warming holiday classic.
Candlelight Evening at Nixon Library
DECEMBER 19: The Nixon Library will light up after dark with an indoor and outdoor experience featuring festive lights, Christmas music, reindeer, and Santa Claus!
Nochebuena: Christmas Eve in Mexico in Orange
DECEMBER 20-21: Music and dance from across Mexico's diverse regions blend the traditions of Indigenous cultures, Spanish heritage, and diverse cultural influences in an exciting night of festive family fun.
Summertime Explorers Kids Club at 2nd & PCH in Long Beach
WEDNESDAYS, AUGUST 3-31: Bring your little ones to 2nd & PCH for a FREE weekly exploring! Each week offers a different theme with fun activities, games & prizes, crafts, and more!
West Coast Customs presents Cruis’n the Park Car Show at Six Flags
FRIDAYS - SUNDAYS, FEBRUARY 26 - MARCH 14: Cruise through the park from the comfort and safety of your own car for a drive-thru auto show experience where you will see more than 100 of the world’s best automotive displays, presented by world-famous West Coast Customs.
Drumline Live Holiday at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
DECEMBER 22: Drumline Live’s soulful renditions of favorite holiday songs will include chart-topping holiday classics with a marching band twist of Gospel, Jazz, Soul, Motown, and Hip-Hop.
The Nutcracker Ballet at La Mirada Theatre
DECEMBER 23: This production of The Nutcracker is suitable for audiences of all ages, and can include numerous local dance students. The sets, complete with a gloriously gigantic Christmas tree, came all the way from Russia.
December Cooking Events at Lil’ Chef School
DECEMBER 8, 23 & 29: Enjoy fun Adult & Me Workshops, Cookie Baking & Exchange, plus a New Year's Eve Party.
Family Magic Matinee at Illusion Magic Lounge in Santa Monica
DECEMBER 23: Enjoy a 45 minute magic show in a 150 seat theater, crafted to entertain kids of all ages.
Winter Family Fun Zone at Santa Anita Park
DECEMBER 26, 30, 31 and JANUARY 1: Experience a day at the races! Enjoy inflatable jumpers, pony rides, baby goats, crafts, face painting, and mini carnival games.
My Gym Long Beach’s Winter-Break Camp
DECEMBER 27-29 and JANUARY 2-5: Experience the ultimate camp adventure right in your town! With a hassle-free drop-off, flexible pay-by-the-day choices, and unbeatable multi-day discounts, My Gym Long Beach ensures unforgettable action for both kids and parents!
Winter Camps at Lil’ Chef School
DECEMBER 27-29 & JANUARY 2-5: Come and enjoy creating sweet and savory dishes that give the warm fuzzies, and nostalgic vibes, and recipes that are always family favorites during the winter season! If you can’t join us for the full camp, come on the days you can.
Last Chance to See Space Shuttle Endeavor at California Science Center
NOW - DECEMBER 31: This is your last chance to see Endeavor on exhibit for several years until the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center opens to the public.
Noon Year’s Eve Pajama Party at Brewitt Library in Long Beach
DECEMBER 29: Ring in the New Year with a dance party, balloon drop, noisemakers, bilingual story time, and themed activities.
Noon Year’s Eve Dance Party at Billie Jean King Main Library in Long Beach
DECEMBER 29: Join the Noon Year's Eve celebration, enjoy a dance party, crafts, and balloon drop to ring in the New Year.
NYELA New Year’s Eve LA at Grand Park
DECEMBER 31: Grand Park's NYELA is the West Coast's largest, free New Year's Eve event! The celebration encompasses the six city blocks that comprise Grand Park. Enjoy live performances, musicians, and food from LA's favorite gourmet food trucks.
Kids’ New Year’s Eve at LEGOLAND
DECEMBER 31: Celebrate the New Year early with rides, activities, and a whole lot of fun. Enjoy an early fireworks display at 6pm.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show on the Long Beach Waterfront
DECEMBER 31: Celebrate with two free firework shows in Downtown Long Beach! The skies will light up around 9pm and again at midnight to ring in the new year.
Noon Year’s Eve at Pretend City Children’s Museum in Irvine
DECEMBER 31, 2023: Countdown around the world and welcome the new year early with Pretend City.
New Year’s Eve at Ice at Santa Monica
DECEMBER 31: Experience ice skating under the stars, delicious food and drinks and the excitement of a countdown to midnight (East Coast time).
New Year’s Eve at Winter Fest OC
DECEMBER 31: Ring in the new year with a special countdown, confetti canons, live performances, and all of the winter festivities offered with general admission at Winter Fest OC.
New Year’s Eve Bash at Cayton Children’s Museum in Santa Monica
DECEMBER 31: Craft noisemakers and party hats, there will be lively parades, confetti countdowns, and bubbly celebrations, join them for a full day as fun and ring in the New Year!
LA Zoo Lights: Family New Year’s Eve
DECEMBER 31: Ring in the new year at the zoo - celebrate with dinner, a dance party, and apple cider toast! After the party, explore the zoo until closing.
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