All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Día de los Muertos at Kidspace
November 1-2: Families can enjoy live music, dance performances, and hands-on art.
Holidays at Legoland
Nov 22 - Jan 4: 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.
New Year’s Eve | Knott’s Berry Farm, Buena Park
December 31: The countdown to the New Year is on at Knott’s Merry Farm with special fireworks, live entertainment, and special extended hours for the one-night event.
Free Tuesday at Descanso Gardens (and Ticket Release Dates)
THIRD TUESDAYS: Visit Descanso Gardens for free on the third Tuesday of each month. Free Tuesday tickets will be released on the first day of each month (or first Monday if the first day falls on a weekend).
Free Tuesday at Descanso Gardens (and Ticket Release Dates)
THIRD TUESDAYS: Visit Descanso Gardens for free on the third Tuesday of each month. Free Tuesday tickets will be released on the first day of each month (or first Monday if the first day falls on a weekend).
Free Tuesday at Descanso Gardens (and Ticket Release Dates)
THIRD TUESDAYS: Visit Descanso Gardens for free on the third Tuesday of each month. Free Tuesday tickets will be released on the first day of each month (or first Monday if the first day falls on a weekend).
Tricks and Treats at Six Flags Magic Mountain
September 26 - November 2: Six Flags Magic Mountain transforms for Tricks and Treats, a kid-friendly fall festival with a Trick-or-Treat Trail, live shows, and festive eats, no scares, just smiles.
Brick-or-Treat at LEGOLAND in Carlsbad
September 20 - November 1: Join the LEGO monsters for a not-so-scary Halloween celebration featuring trick-or-treating, live music, spooky rides, and a 17-foot LEGO Halloween Tree at LEGOLAND California.
Fall-O-Ween at Heritage Hill Historical Park in Lake Forest
October 10-12 & 17-19: Tour the decorated historical grounds during special park hours, enjoy Halloween-themed photo ops, find your way through the hay maze, and complete a scavenger hunt for ghoulish goodies.
Fleet Week in San Diego
November 2-9: Join in on inspiring events designed to honor and celebrate our military’s incalculable contributions as defenders of our nation and neighbors in our community. Public events including concert, Ship Tours, Innovation Zone, a cooking competition, Veteran's Day Boat Parade are part of Fleet Week.
Astra Lumina at South Coast Botanic Garden
Nov 6 - Dec 31: Wander through glowing gardens and cosmic installations in this 1-mile immersive night walk, where the South Coast Botanic Garden transforms into a field of stars.
Lil’ Chef – Veterans Day Camp, Parents Night Out & Black Friday Mini Camp
NOVEMBER 11, 21 & 28: Kids, ages 4, will enjoy making slider burgers and cupcakes on Veterans Day, a Thanksgiving meal on Parent's Night Out, and breakfast treats and sugar cookies on Black Friday!
Latino Comics Expo at MOLAA in Long Beach
December 7: Premiere event to connect with Latinx and Latin American comic artists and animators, experts, and fans. Enjoy comic book vendors, illustrators, food tucks, and children's chalk area.
Winter Fest OC at OC Fair and Event Center
Nov 28 - Jan 4: Winter Fest OC is a celebration that brings the magic of winter to Southern California. Over a million lights, holiday decor, and activities, including a thrilling 150-foot ice tubing slide, ice skating, snow play area, carnival fun, festive food, and more.
Science of Gingerbread | Discovery Cube OC & LA
Dec 6 – Jan 4: Check out hundreds of creative gingerbread entries! Enjoy cookie decorating, Santa Claus visits (select dates), and gingerbread demonstrations from a pastry chef (select dates).
Holiday Road | King Gillette Ranch, Calabasas
Select Dates, Nov 28 - Dec 27: Walk through dazzling light displays, snap festive photos, browse the Winter Market, and enjoy food trucks and holiday activities at Holiday Road.
Jungle Bells: Aurora at the San Diego Zoo
Dec 19 - Jan 4, 2026: This annual holiday event will treat guests through a wonderland of twinkling lights, live entertainment, festive music, views of wildlife and more holiday fun to get you into the spirit!
Events at Long Beach Public Libraries
Ongoing: Explore free events at Long Beach Public Libraries, including storytimes, workshops, book clubs, and hands-on activities for all ages!
Jurassic Quest at the Pasadena Convention Center
JANUARY 3-5: Adventure awaits at Jurassic Quest, the world's largest dino event. Experiences include excavating fossils, playing with baby dinos, even training a raptor while being surrounded by life-size dinosaur herds. The event also features rides, bounce houses, and soft play area for the littles!
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!
