All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
April 17–19: Experience a three-day festival combining world-class racing and family-friendly activities. The Family Fun Zone features rock climbing walls, games, simulators, and mini race cars.
Lil’ Chef April Cooking Events
APRIL 10, 17 & 24: Lil’ Chef School provides a fun, exciting and unique atmosphere for Lil’ Chefs to develop hands-on skills and techniques to be creative within a safe and controlled environment. This month: Chocolate Chip Pizookies, Pizza Night Workshop, Spring Sushi Rolling Workshop, and Breakfast for Dinner.
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!
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.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
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
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!
Inglewood STEM Fest | Edward Vincent Jr. Park, Inglewood
April 18: Explore STEM through sports with hands-on activities and demos. Kids can meet professional sports teams, try STEM activity stations, and learn while playing. 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!
Caterpillar Adoption & Earth Day Festival | The Children’s Museum at La Habra
April 18: Adopt a live caterpillar and watch it transform into a butterfly at home. Kids can explore bee exhibits, crafts, and hands-on Earth Day activities.
One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure | OCC Planetarium, Santa Ana
Select Dates, March - April: Explore the night sky with your favorite friends from Sesame Street and learn about the Big Dipper, the North Start, the Sun, and the Moon.
Grunion Runs | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
April 3 – June 30: Watch grunion come ashore during a staff-led beach observation at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Each evening includes entry to the aquarium, a short film, a hatching experience, and a beach-side grunion watch.
Touch-A-Truck™ | Westfield Fashion Square, Sherman Oaks
April 19: Explore fire trucks, construction vehicles, and hands-on play zones. Kids can meet local heroes and take photos with Paw Patrol characters.
Wildlife Wonders | Sherman Library & Gardens, Corona del Mar
April 19: Meet birds of prey, zoo animals, and wildlife experts in the gardens. Kids can create owl crafts and explore hands-on nature activities.
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.
Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures | Long Beach Arena
April 23–26: Watch Mickey and friends skate through magical Disney adventures. Kids can see favorite characters, music, and stories come to life on ice.
New Owner | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa
April 25-26: Watch a story of love, loss, and new beginnings unfold through a blend of puppetry, live-action, and animation. Performances are paired with a pet adoption and treat drive, giving families a chance to meet adoptable dogs and support a local shelter.
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!
YMCA Healthy Kids Day | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
April 26: Get active with sports, games, and hands-on activities at a stadium-wide playground. Kids can run, play, and explore wellness programs. FREE!
Skirball Puppet Festival | Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles
April 26: Discover puppetry performances, live music, and playful characters across the campus. Kids can design their own puppets and explore Noah’s Ark experiences.
$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.
13th Annual Long Beach Robo-Tech Fest and STEM Activities
MAY 16: Join them on May 16 for the Robo-Bowl Jr. finale, featuring student showcases and interactive STEM booth activities for all ages. eRp! is for 4th and 5th grade students: their after-school robotics club inspires kids to experiment and grow their critical thinking, coding, and design skills through fun, hands-on STEM learning and robotics. This program is a team sport for the mind.
Family Friday Nights at Splash in La Mirada! $5 Admission!
Friday, June 26 and July, 24! Enjoy Family Friday Nights at Buccaneer Bay Waterpark with only $5 admission!
Orange County Children’s Book Festival
September 20: Come join the fun at Orange Coast College! Meet and get autographs from some of your favorite superstar authors and illustrators. Enjoy professional storytellers, family-friendly entertainment, FREE admission and parking, and so much more.
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!
