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November 2019
Crate Label Paintings Workshop in Santa Ana
The crate labels of California were an important part of selling citrus fruits. The brightly colored crate labels shined a light on California as the land of opportunity and prosperity. Create your own idyllic part of California to take home.
Santa’s Arrival Parade at Westminster Mall
Join the the Westminster Mall to welcome Santa Clause as he arrives in style with some of his favorite holiday friends. Join carolers in parade and have your photo taken with the big guy! Plus free holiday crafts. The first 100 children in line will get a special goodie bag.
Digital Saturday at Newport Beach Library
Newport Beach Public Library invites the community to enhance their technological literacy at the third annual Digital Saturday.
Free Crafts for Kids at Lakeshore Learning
Kids (ages 3+) make fun crafts.
Tree Lighting and Snow Fall at Outlets at San Clemente
Hosted by Santa and his reindeer, this holiday event features a live reindeer meet-and-greet, roaming Christmas carolers, a photo booth, crafts, face-painting, balloon animals and tree lighting.
Kids Night Out at Alpert JCC in Long Beach
A night to give parents and guardians a night off while their little ones, ages 5-13, are in a safe and fun environment. Drop them off for an exciting Saturday night at the J! Kids will enjoy playing in the gym, eating a pizza dinner, arts and crafts, movies, and activities!
Daddy Daughter Hollywood Glamour Dance in Norwalk
Celebrate a glamorous night in Hollywood at the Norwalk Arts & Sports Complex. Dads and Daughters (3-12) will enjoy a magical evening of memories.
Roblox Night at Code Gauchos in Lake Forest
Enjoy a night out on your own while your kids (ages 8+) dive into the Lua programming language with ROBLOX. The night includes three hours of awesome games, code class, crafts, activities, pizza and drinks.
All Ages Astronomy Club at Columbia Memorial Space Center
Aspiring astronomers of all ages are invited to the monthly astronomy club meetings, which include a fascinating program about the night sky and a chance to talk about all things astronomy! Plus, use a telescope, build one and learn how to pick the proper telescope and identify different celestial objects.
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day in Costa Mesa
From the moment he wakes up with gum in his hair, to his broken nightlight at bedtime, things just do not go Alexander’s way. This delightful musical version of the popular book can turn around any bad day and put a smile on even the crabbiest of faces.
Moonlight Forest: Lantern Art Festival at LA Arboretum
A fantasy of light transforms the Arboretum into an evening wonderland. Magnificent lantern art depicting exotic animals, shimmering flowers, whimsical pandas, soaring dragons and other themes create the mesmerizing experience of Moonlight Forest.
25th Annual Down Syndrome Association Buddy Walk
The Buddy Walk program was established to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome and to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness.
Matilda The Musical at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
From the genius of Roald Dahl comes the Tony Award-winning MATILDA, the story of an extraordinary girl who — armed with a vivid imagination, a sharp mind and a love for books — dares to take a stand to stand against the tyranny of adults who seek to crush her imagination. Children (5+) and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the show, packed with high-energy dance numbers, catchy songs and featuring a gifted young actress.
The Polar Express Train in Fillmore
Celebrate Christmas with a one-hour ride aboard a vintage train. Enjoy cookies, hot chocolate and a reenactment of the The Polar Express! Wear your pajamas and dress warmly.
The Tale of Turnadot – A Modern Theatrical Puppetry Experience in Burbank
The Tale of Turandot is a modern and innovative theatrical puppetry experience that includes video projections and original music.
November Performances by Creative Kids Playhouse
Enjoy Snow White, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty From The Witches Point of View and Bye Bye Bird. Orange County performances.
Anastasia at Segerstrom Center of the Arts
Inspired by the beloved films, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA is on a journey to Orange County at last! From the Tony Award®-winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime, this dazzling show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past.
Jack and the Giant in Hollywood
With singing, dancing and fantastical characters, “Jack and the Giant” is a production full of fun and excitement for audiences of all ages.
Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas in San Diego
Visit The Old Globe for Dr. Seuss How the Grinch Stole Christmas! A wonderful, whimsical musical based upon the classic Dr. Seuss book.
Family Skate Night in Fountain Valley
Families that skate together, stay together! Join Fountain Valley Skating Center for Family night.
Mel Brooks Young Frankenstein in Santa Ana
Join JD Theatricals at The Attic for a performance of Mel Brooks Young Frankenstein.
November Events at the Autry Museum of the Amerian West
Join The Autry Museum of the West for fun family events throughout the month of November including guided tours, panning for gold, Western Music Association Showcase, and American Indian Arts Market place.
Food Drive and Hot Rod Happening in Long Beach
Join a food drive and help pack more than 1200 boxes for local families in need. Plus, check out the hot rod show and enter a special giveaway.
Autumn Festival at the Aquarium of the Pacific
Delve into the arts, cuisines, cultures, and marine environments of Asia during the Aquarium of the Pacific’s eighteenth annual Autumn Festival.
Kayaking the Upper Newport Bay
The Newport Bay Conservancy offers a tour of the Upper Newport Bay every Saturday and Sunday morning year-round. Trained naturalists conduct water tours that begin with a quick lesson on how to paddle and then lead participants into the Ecological Reserve.
Community Day at Back Bay Science Center in Newport Beach
Tour the facility, including the loop trail and marine life.
Whale and Marine Life Tour at Ocean Institute
Join the Ocean Institute’s marine educators in exploring the ocean from the top to bottom, while searching for some of the world’s largest and smallest creatures during our 2.5-hour long marine life exploration program.
Pacific Oaks Children’s School Fall Festival
Join Pacific Oaks Children's School for their annual fall festival and a marketplace of locally designed goods. Enjoy food, music, arts, and crafts.
Panning for Gold, Adobe Brick Making, and Arrowhead Necklace Craft at the Mission
Try your luck at finding the gold in the custom-designed Mission trough or make arrowhead necklaces and adobe brick while learning about the lifestyle of Mission Native Americans.
Patchwork Show in Long Beach
Fun family shopping with over 250 vendors displaying their handmade goods, plus kids' arts and crafts, food trucks and music. Pet-friendly event!
Acorn Festival in Claremont
This family event is a celebration of our connections to California native plants and the Native American peoples that tended California for millennia and offers dance, art and activities.
Sugar Plum Tea Party in Laguna Niguel
Enjoy sweets, tea, dancing, and photos with your favorite Nutcracker characters at the annual Sugar Plum Tea Party. Proceeds benefit at-risk youth and special needs children through song and dance.
Kids Free Fishing Clinic in Dana Point
Dana Wharf Sportfishing invites all children to come to our dock side fishing clinic and learn hands on techniques on fishing from the experts.
Andell Family Sundays – Animals of the Supernatural at LACMA
Join Los Angeles Museum of Art for Andell Family Sundays. This weekly free event features artist-led workshops where you can make your own mythical and supernatural animal-inspired creations! Learn about dragons, enchanted house cats, and tengu (hint—they are part crow and excellent at martial arts!)
Alice in Wonderland in Westminster
This remarkably delightful, musical version of Alice In Wonderland is a magical tale based on the much beloved stories of Lewis Caroll. With fun and energetic music and dialogue, audiences will recognize all their favorite characters: Alice, the Mad Hatter, Cheshire Cat, Queen of Hearts and more!
Legally Blonde Musical Jr. in Santa Monica
Based on the award-winning Broadway musical and the smash hit motion picture, Legally Blonde The Musical Jr. is a fabulously fun journey of self-empowerment and expanding horizons. The show's instantly recognizable songs are filled with humor, wit, and sass, leaving both the cast and audience seeing pink!
Winter is Coming Scavenger Hunt at Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary
Take the family outdoors and learn how animals and plants prepare for and survive winter months.
Children’s Etiquette Class in Newport Beach
Children (7-12) are cordially invited to expand their understanding of social, travel and dining etiquette with a fun and educational class.
Duck the Halls Tree Lighting in Tustin
Enjoy a spectacular tree lighting, family-friendly games, crafts, activities, entertainment and giveaways. Plus, you can visit and take a picture with Wild Wing and the Power Players.
Snow Day LA at Elysian Park
Hop on a tube and fly through twinkling light archways, decorated trees and falling snow, and much more- all five minutes from downtown Los Angeles!
Christmas at the Grove in Los Angeles
The Grove invites you to their 18th Annual Tree Lighting celebration to officially kick off the holiday season. Delight in the season’s first snowfall, a fireworks spectacular, and Santa’s grand arrival.
The Great Pumpkin Hunt at South Coast Botanic Garden
Celebrate autumn with this perfect fall excursion in the Garden! Search for pumpkins while enjoying the Garden’s 87 acres.
Enchanted Christmas at Rogers Gardens in Corona Del Mar
Experience the enchanted season of Christmas at Roger’s Gardens. Escape to an enchanted forest filled with sparkling toadstools, as the scent of pine lingers in the air...
Write a letter to Santa in Westminster
Children are invited to write a letter to Santa, and receive a personally answered response! Each year, more than 500 letters are received and answered.
Military Tribute Days at Knott’s Berry Farm
Active, Retired and Veteran U.S. Military Personnel receive free admission to Knott's Berry Farm for themselves and one guest from November 3 - 21 and December 2 - 19.
Pershing Square Holiday Ice Skating Rink
Glide into the holidays at Pershing Square! The Bai Holiday Ice Rink offers the quintessential winter activity in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Surrounded by art, lively activity and the impressive city skyline, the outdoor ice rink lets you enjoy entertainment and ice skating in Los Angeles under the sun and stars. Open daily starting November 14, 2019, until January 20, 2020, you won’t want to miss this magical winter wonderland that promises to delight all ages. Take a…
LA Kings Holiday Ice at Westfield Topanga & The Village
Join the LA Kings for the annual Holiday Ice! Make the most out of the holiday season by skating with your family and friends at The Promenade at Westfield Topanga. Open daily. $14-17 includes skate rental.
Outdoor Ice Rink at Irvine Spectrum Center
November 1 - January 5: Skate under the stars (and sun!) at the festive Holiday Ice Rink in the Giant Wheel Court at Irvine Spectrum Center. Skate rental is available or bring your own. Season passes also offered.
Fall Crafts in Newport Beach
Kids (3-8) are welcome to join in on an afternoon of fall fun crafts at the library.
L.A. Zoo Lights at Los Angeles Zoo
With the flick of a switch, the zoo is set aglow with breathtaking displays. Take a self-guided 60- to 90-minute stroll though a large area of the Zoo filled with animal-themed displays, dynamic lights and projections, and seasonal magic.