All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Birding Opportunity at Rancho Los Cerritos
JANUARY 14: Stroll through the grounds of the historic rancho and watch both resident birds and seasonal migrants. Family friendly!
STEM Fun at Rancho Los Cerritos with Shared Science
FEBRUARY 15: Shared Science will be onsite at Rancho Los Cerritos for a Long Beach History and STEM Education lesson. This is a student/parent visit. Students will explore how water moves and learn why water was so important on a working ranch as they do a hands-on activity with herbs in the garden. Students will also build and test a simple machine that moves water up an incline.
Construction Instruction Fun – Shared Science at Rancho Los Cerritos
JANUARY 18: Shared Science will be onsite at Rancho Los Cerritos for a Long Beach History STEM education lesson. This is a student/parent visit. A Rancho Los Cerritos docent will guide students in an adobe construction activity. Then, alongside a Shared Science instructor, students will create a LEGO robotics earthquake simulator platform, further exploring structural stability.
๐ฅ Shared Science Valentine’s Day E-Card using Scratch Coding
JANUARY 21: Fun coding intro to Scratch and make an e-card for Valentine's Day! For grades K-5.
๐ฅ Virtual Hour of Code: Beginning Python with Shared Science
JANUARY 12 & 26: Learn how, why, and when to write python code functions, the powerhouses of the cell! Instructor Burk will guide students (3rd grade +) through the codesters.com lesson as a zoom-along.
๐ฅ Virtual Whalefest Monterey 2021
JANUARY 26-29: Donโt miss the award-winning 11th Annual Whalefest Monterey, a free virtual video event available for viewing from anywhere around the world with something entertaining and educational for all ages, especially for ages 15 and up and families who love marine life.
Inside Out: Dissections at Ocean Institute
Learn about a squidโs internal and external anatomy in this outdoor, socially distanced dissection. After, participants will be able to observe animals at the ocean institute including swell sharks, variety of fish and a California spiny lobster. Each booking willย receiveย their own individual squid to dissect.
Drive-In Movie Night Under the Stars – Irvine Spectrum Center
JANUARY 29 & 31: Admission is $60 per car and includes a $20 Irvine Spectrum Center gift card* to use toward dinner or snacks from one of their restaurants before the flick.
Hogs & Kisses – Tanaka Farms in Irvine
FEBRUARY 1-14: Visit Tanaka Farms' adorable and lovable piglets and sheep. Learn about these little farm cuties while touring the farm on a U-Pick Wagon Ride.
Museum of Dream Space – Beverly Hills
NOW OPEN - FEBRUARY 28: MODS is inspired by art design from Yayoi Kusama (famous of infinite rooms) and the development of digital art. The aim of MODS is to provide an immersive, magical and unique art appreciative experiences to the visitors.
Red Lantern Display at The District at Tustin Legacy
FEBRUARY 5-21: Bring your family for memorable group selfie at the Lunar New Year Photo Display under a sea of Red Chinese Lanterns in the Union Market Courtyard.
Glow in the Dark Pony Rides – Pony Time at Lakewood Equestrian Center
FEBRUARY 7: Join Pony Time after hours for a glow in the dark pony ride! Tickets will be available for purchase at the door starting at 5:15 pm. Last tickets will be sold at 6:15 pm. Ticket includes one glowing pony ride and a glow stick for the rider.
Lunar New Year Craft Kits – Santa Ana Library
FEBRUARY 8-12: Visit the library and receive a mystery craft grab bag and a special treats. Craft kids will be distributed at the Main and Newhope Library while supplies last. Limit one per child.
“Enchanted” – PCH Movies & Moonlight in Long Beach
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12: Celebrate Valentine's Day with 2nd & PCH and enjoy Disney's Enchanted. Movies are complimentary to the community; self-seating is available on a first come first serve basis. Seating will be limited due to social distancing. Feel free to bring your own lawn chairs and blankets.
Alice in Wonderland Valentine’s Day Tea Party – Play & Parties in Orange
FEBRUARY 13: Join Alice for a special Valentine's Day celebration full of sweet treats and fun games. Sessions at noon and 3 p.m. There are only 10 tickets per session.
Parent & Me Painting Class – Sherman Library & Gardens
FEBRUARY 13: Create your own nature journal and fill the first page with a flower! You will work together to observe the colors and qualities of a beautiful Camellia bloom from the garden and use simple watercolor techniques to create your own botanical portrait.
Electric Mile – A Drive-Thru Audiovisual Experience – Santa Anita Park
NOW - FEBRUARY 14: Journey through seven unique worlds of Insomniac's most iconic festivals and brands complete with music, lights, art, visual effects, installations, and more in a COVID-friendly environment. Electric Mile is an all ages, family-friendly affair, welcoming all from young to old.
Valentine’s Princess Photoshoot at Le Petite Princesse in Orange
FEBRUARY 14: Your princess will be getting a princess makeover and one-on-one time with Cinderella, Belle, and Aurora! Package includes princess dress up, glitter princess hairstyle, make up, meet and greet, and edited photographs emailed to you.
Rockin’ Tots Valentine’s Day Party at Rockin’ Jump OC
Sunday, February 14: Bring your little ones to jump and bounce for Valentine's Day! Enjoy arts and crafts, complimentary coffee and sweet treats, and a tattoo station. Price: $15, one child / $5 each for additional children. One parent jumps for free.
Valentine Picture Pony at Pony Time in Lakewood
FEBRUARY 6-7 and 13-14: Take a picture with a pony for Valentine's Day! Tickets for pictures are $6 and is available all day from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., no appointment needed.
Skateboard Education Series with Skatedogs in Huntington Beach & Long Beach
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15: Join Skatedogs on Presidents Day to learn about The History of Skateboarding. This skateboarding workshop is designed to help your child gain knowledge, find an appreciation, and develop a passion for skateboarding. Enjoy skateboarding lessons, games, and prizes.
Shared Science Workshop at Rancho Los Cerritos
FEBRUARY 15: Shared Science will be onsite at Rancho Los Cerritos for a Long Beach history and STEM lesson. Guided by an RLC educator, students will explore how water moves โ both naturally and by design โ around Rancho Los Cerritos and learn why water was so important on a working ranch while they do a hands-on activity with herbs in the garden.
Valentines Celebration Puppet Show – Pacific City in Huntington Beach
Tuesday, February 16: Join PC Grommets Kids Club for an outdoor Valentine's puppet show, story time, and take home craft. Pre-registration required.
๐ฅ Family Story Time & Collage Workshop – California African American Museum
FEBRUARY 17: CAAM is partnering with the Los Angeles Public Library to present a story time and workshop for families.
Explore the Marsh – Field Trip with Bionerds
FEBRUARY 21: Bionerds invites the public to join them on monthly field trips to different nature sites in Orange County. This month, take a field trip to the San Joaquin Marsh for students in K-8th grade. The trip includes a 1.5-hour guided tour of the marsh and Urban Forest. Plus, an organism scavenger hunt!
Sesame Parade of Lights Drive-Thru Experience – SeaWorld San Diego
SELECT DATES, JANUARY 15 - FEBRUARY 24: Journey through twinkling lights, dance to a lively Sesame Street soundtrack, and wave hi to your favorite furry friends. Venture under the illuminated SkyTower, drive under two different tunnels of lights, and cruise through Sesame Street Village.
๐ฅ Kids Virtual Cooking Classes – Chef Tech Cooking School
EVERY WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 3-25: Kids can follow along each week from the comfort of their own kitchen! Chef Tech provides all ingredients available for pickup or delivery (within 10 miles).
February Camps, Parent Night Outs & Workshops at Lil’ Chef School
FEBRUARY 12, 13, 15 & 26: Fun mini-camps will be held when the kids are off school on February 12 and 15. Kids can enjoy a Parents Night Out with a Valentine theme, February 13 and 26.
Roar & Snore Safari – San Diego Safari Park
February 13-14, 19-20, and 26-27: Spend the night at the Safari Park with your family! Campers of all ages are invited to experience a relaxing evening after hours, enjoying the Roar & Snore campground. Families will get a chance to relax at camp, visit nearby animal areas at their leisure, and enjoy camp activities.
๐ฅ Brave New World 2 Electric Boogaloo – Intermediate Python with Shared Science
FEBRUARY 7, 14, 21, 28: The team coding adventure continues. Join Shared Science to learn how to code graphical games in Python (using PyGame), plus how to write great storylines. For ages 10 and up.
Hands-On Kids Cooking Class – Chef Tech in Long Beach
SUNDAYS, FEBRUARY 7-28: Kids (ages 6-14) can get hands-on with cooking! Join Chef Tech for four classes this February for a Potato Lovers menu!ย
๐ฅ Bowers Virtual Family Festival
JANUARY 31 & FEBRUARY 28: Tune-in Sunday, at 11 a.m. for the next Virtual Family Festival presented by Bowers at Home! Enjoy live stream of performances, art projects and a food experience.
Weekend Tours at Ocean Institute
WEEKENDS, THROUGH FEBRUARY: Ocean Institute offers a Harbor Geology Tour on Saturdays, and Native Plant Garden Tour on Sundays. Book online.
๐ฅ Kids Virtual Cooking Classes with Chef Tech Cooking School
EVERY WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, MARCH 3-25: Kids can follow along each week from the comfort of their own kitchen! Chef Tech provides all ingredients available for pickup or delivery (within 10 miles).
Railroadiana Swap Meet at Southern California Railway Museum in Perris
SATURDAY, MARCH 6: Shop for and learn about railroadiana and railroad antiques at Southern Californiaโs largest outdoor railroadiana swap meet. Vendors will be selling railroad collectibles, art, books, models and toy trains.
Wonderful World of Worms for Tweens in Irvine
SATURDAY, MARCH 6: Learn the benefits of urban worm farming and how worms create ideal organic fertilizer. This make-and-take class includes a vermi-compost box and a starter set of worms for a $15 material fee (pay online or first day of class).
“The LEGO Movie” – Movie Night at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
Saturday, March 6: Join Segerstrom Center for the Arts on the Argyros Plaza for a movie night featuringย The LEGO Movie. Each viewing area will be separated by 8 feet of space from neighboring viewing areas.
Kids Workshop: Paint a Pot at OC Succulents in Irvine
SATURDAY, MARCH 13: Join OC Succulents for their first Kids Workshop! Kids will get to paint and design their own terracotta pot and pick out three succulents. One parent/guardian will be allowed to join the student during class.
Nature Detectives Spring Camp at El Dorado Nature Center in Long Beach
MARCH 16 - APRIL 15: Is your child up for the challenge to solve a Nature Center mystery? The City of Long Beach is offering an after school camp program called Nature Detectives, at El Dorado Nature Center for Kindergarten-5th Grade. As detectives, kids will use their observational skills, conduct research, and make new discoveries while exploring the trails.
๐ฅ Virtual Parent Webinar Series – Pretend City Children’s Museum
SELECT DATES, JANUARY 6 - MARCH 17: Join guest experts and Pretend City's Education Team in exploring hot topics in parenting today. Topics include parent self-care, family mental health, race conversations, STEM & number sense, etc.
Outdoor STEM Education at Rancho Los Cerritos with Shared Science
THURSDAY, MARCH 18: Shared Science will be onsite at Rancho Los Cerritos for a Long Beach History and STEM education lesson. Students will learn how to keep perishable foodsโlike milk and fruitโ from spoiling without refrigeration and also make their own butter. Students will explore different preservation techniques and discuss their ideas about food storage without electricity.
Easter Augmented Reality Experience at Fashion Island
MARCH 12 - APRIL 4: Visit Fashion Island this Easter for a safe, contactless - and FUN! - photo experience with augmented reality characters and backgrounds: Easter bunny, Easter eggs, and a chick.
Experience Spring at Roger’s Gardens in Corona del Mar
MARCH 19 - MAY 9: Celebrate the Spring season at Roger's Gardens! Discover the world of nature, gardening and home dรฉcor inspirations. Bring nature and beauty into your garden and home.
Easter Egg GLOW Hunt in Costa Mesa
SATURDAY, APRIL 3: Join South Hills Church in Costa Mesa for a Glow in the Dark Easter Egg Hunt. Hunts will be every 15-20 minutes. There will be glow goodies, cotton candy, photo booth, hidden eggs, glow in the dark face stamps, and more. Registration for time slot required.
SeaWorld San Diego Fireworks Show
MARCH 26 - APRIL 4: Celebrate Spring Break with a visit to SeaWorld and end your day watching fireworks light up the sky. Take in the spectacular presentation from a variety of physically-distanced viewing areas available around the park.
Batik Egg Dyeing at Corona Heritage Park & Museum
SATURDAY, MARCH 27: Learn the ancient art of Batik egg dyeing from the region of Ukraine. Seatings are 1.5 hours long and all materials are provided. Fun for all ages, but be advised, wax is melted over a candle flame, so supervision is required for children.
Easter Scavenger Hunt & Picture Pony in Lakewood
MARCH 27- APRIL 3: Join Pony Time at the Lakewood Equestrian Center for an Easter Scavenger Hunt and Easter Bunny Picture Pony. No reservations needed.
Mission: Spring Adventure at San Diego Zoo
MARCH 27 - APRIL 11: Join the San Diego Zoo for Mission: Spring Adventure. It's a mission to explore the world of wildlife, a mission to learn about conservation, and a mission to enjoy some well-earned, safe family time!
Easter Eggcitement Drive-Thru in Placentia
SATURDAY, MARCH 27: Join Placentia Library for this drive-thru event for the whole family, with fun treats and a picture with the Easter bunny. Don't forget your Easter basket!
Springo Bingo with City of Fountain Valley
SATURDAY, MARCH 27: The Easter Bunny needs your help with a secret mission! Crack a secret code to unlock a prize (while supplies last). Visit the Fountain Valley Recreation Center to receive the Mission Report File. The file will direct you to five local parks where you will need to exit your vehicle to locate the images with the codes to complete the bingo.
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