All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Boone Children’s Gallery: Pop Up Art Workshop at LACMA
Saturdays, May: Create something special during an all-ages art workshop inspired by the exhibition Zheng Chongbin: Golden State.
NCL Sea Craft Hour | Roundhouse Aquarium, Manhattan Beach
May 9 & 23: Get crafty with free hands-on projects for kids and families during this creative afternoon at the aquarium. All supplies provided!
Mother’s Day Brunch at LA County Fair
May 11: Celebrate Mother's Day with brunch, live music, and photo ops at the LA County Fair—includes fair admission, concert ticket, and a return visit.
Mother’s Day at The Flower Fields
May 11: Enjoy performances and colorful ballet folklorico dancing. Pop-up picnic experience also available.
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!
Baby Shark at SeaWorld in San Diego
April 19 - June 22: Meet Baby Shark and Pinkfong, catch a short live show, and find themed food and merch on select weekends.
Lil’ Chef May Cooking Classes
MAY 2, 9, 11 & 23: Chocolate Workshop, Strawberry Shortcake Dump Cake, Mother's Day Brunch and Parent's Night Out. Ages 3+
Antique Aircraft Display Days at Fullerton Airport
2nd Sunday of the Month: Owners of classic aircrafts are invited to display their aircrafts and visitors are invited to view the displays.
Children’s Art Workshop: ¡Feliz Día de la Madre! at the MOLAA in Long Beach
May 11: Join us for a day of crafts and fun making gifts mother’s day! All materials provided.
Free Port of Long Beach Harbor Tours – Registration Dates
April - August: Go aboard a 90-minute narrated excursion and get close to operations at one of the busiest ports in the nation. Tours are held on select Saturday mornings and select Wednesday evenings. Due to extremely high demand, registration is on a lottery basis.
Lakewood Sheriff’s Station Tour
4/16, 5/14, 6/11, 7/9: Join public safety personnel for a free tour of the Lakewood Sheriff's Station.
Santa Ana Zoo Park Pop-Ups
February 7 - May 23: Explore nature with Zoo Staff at parks throughout Santa Ana. Walk-ups welcome. No reservations required.
Circus Vargas presents “Hollywood Dreams” in Buena Park
May 16 - June 9: Step into the spotlight with Hollywood Dreams, Circus Vargas’ newest Big Top show inspired by the glitz of old Hollywood, packed with aerialists, acrobats, and world-class stunts.
Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach
Every Friday: Wild tales is offered every Friday and include an outdoor story time in the newly-renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in the classroom. FREE!
Family Hike at Black Star Canyon | Irvine Ranch Open Space
March–April (Saturdays): Take a guided 3–4 mile family hike along a flat canyon trail with wildlife spotting and interpretive stops. Registration may be required.
Culture Fest: Block Party at The Ontario Museum of History & Art
May 17: Celebrate Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian Heritage Month with an evening of short films, hands-on crafts, and curated food experiences.
Spectrum Spring Cinema at Irvine Spectrum
April - May: Family-friendly movies on the Giant Wheel Lawn, every other Saturday in April and May. Bring your blankets, chairs, and snacks for an evening of movie magic. The Wild Robot (4/19), Inside Out 2 (5/3), Moana 2 (5/17)
Baby Shark at SeaWorld in San Diego
April 19 - June 22: Meet Baby Shark and Pinkfong, catch a short live show, and find themed food and merch on select weekends.
Touch A Truck in Newport Beach
May 17: Explore heavy trucks and equipment including trash trucks, backhoe, loader, street sweeper, and more.
Konamon Japanese Street Food Fest at the Santa Monica Pier
May 17-18: Celebrate Japan’s favorite street foods with takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and kids fun area.
Family Matinees at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles
Saturdays: Films for families of all ages! All movies in this series are rated G or PG, unless otherwise noted. 5/3 March of the Penguins, 5/10 Wall-E, 5/24 Ice Age: The Meltdown, 5/31 Elemental.
Boone Children’s Gallery: Pop Up Art Workshop at LACMA
Saturdays, May: Create something special during an all-ages art workshop inspired by the exhibition Zheng Chongbin: Golden State.
Community & Unity People’s Kite Festival at LA State Historic Park
May 17: Celebrate five years of the People’s Kite Festival with a day of kites, culture, and community at LA State Historic Park.
Monster Jam at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood
May 17: Massive trucks, jaw-dropping stunts, and high-energy fun for all ages.
Family Night Hike: Super Plants at The Arboretum & Botanic Gardens in LA
May 17: Hike and discover the super world of plants that inspired super heroes in our favorite comics to plants that have extraordinary powers.
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!
Baby Shark at SeaWorld in San Diego
April 19 - June 22: Meet Baby Shark and Pinkfong, catch a short live show, and find themed food and merch on select weekends.
Balboa Island Artwalk
May 18: Enjoy art exhibits, hand-crafted jewelry, blown glass, photography and more art along with music throughout the day.
CicLAvia Car Free Day in LA
May 18: CicLAvia turns city streets into car-free public spaces filled with biking, art, games, and community connection.
Shrek-Themed Market at Lakewood Barnyard Buddies
May 18: Shop local vendors, meet Donkey, ride a unicorn, and score a free Shrek enamel pin at this themed market.
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).
LA Fleet Week | LA Waterfront & Los Angeles
May 22–25: Tour Navy ships, enjoy live entertainment, and explore exhibits at LA Fleet Week. FREE!
Living Seas Opening at Birch Aquarium
May 22: Living Seas Opening! Explore the wonders of our ocean planet, from the vibrant Pacific Northwest and scenic Coastal California to the enchanting Tropical Pacific. Living Seas will feature expanded, sweeping views into habitats along with next-generation digital signage and projections that will immerse you into the world of our dynamic coast.
Santa Ana Zoo Park Pop-Ups
February 7 - May 23: Explore nature with Zoo Staff at parks throughout Santa Ana. Walk-ups welcome. No reservations required.
Lil’ Chef May Cooking Classes
MAY 2, 9, 11 & 23: Chocolate Workshop, Strawberry Shortcake Dump Cake, Mother's Day Brunch and Parent's Night Out. Ages 3+
Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach
Every Friday: Wild tales is offered every Friday and include an outdoor story time in the newly-renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in the classroom. FREE!
Family Hike at Black Star Canyon | Irvine Ranch Open Space
March–April (Saturdays): Take a guided 3–4 mile family hike along a flat canyon trail with wildlife spotting and interpretive stops. Registration may be required.
Baby Shark at SeaWorld in San Diego
April 19 - June 22: Meet Baby Shark and Pinkfong, catch a short live show, and find themed food and merch on select weekends.
Koroneburg Renaissance Festival in Eastvale
Weekends, May 24 - June 22: Watch a live trebuchet demo, get knighted, and meet a magic bubble pirate at one of SoCal’s only permanent Renaissance faires.
Scottish Fest at OC Fair & Event Center
May 24-25: Explore and enjoy two packed days of family fun with bagpipes, drums, highland dancing, Scottish clans and genealogy, Scottish athletics, shopping, food and so much more!
Family Memorial Day Camp Out & Barbecue | Gilchrist Farm, Santa Clarita
May 24–25: Camp overnight on a farm with animals, activities, BBQ, and a campfire experience.
Grand Opening – Coastal Kids Playspace in Long Beach
May 24-25: Explore the new indoor playspace featuring unique playhouses, Montessori-inspired toys, and a dedicated area for babies and crawlers.
Family Matinees at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles
Saturdays: Films for families of all ages! All movies in this series are rated G or PG, unless otherwise noted. 5/3 March of the Penguins, 5/10 Wall-E, 5/24 Ice Age: The Meltdown, 5/31 Elemental.
Boone Children’s Gallery: Pop Up Art Workshop at LACMA
Saturdays, May: Create something special during an all-ages art workshop inspired by the exhibition Zheng Chongbin: Golden State.
Groove & Gather: AANHPI Dance Fest at Segerstrom Center in Costa Mesa
May 24: Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with dance performances and workshops for all ages.
NCL Sea Craft Hour at Roundhouse Aquarium in Manhattan Beach
May 10 - August 23: Get crafty with free hands-on projects for kids and families during this creative afternoon at the aquarium. All supplies provided!
Memorial Candle Lighting in Irvine
May 25: In partnership with Northwood Memorial Committee, a special candle lighting ceremony will be held at the Northwood Gratitude and Honor Memorial.
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!
Baby Shark at SeaWorld in San Diego
April 19 - June 22: Meet Baby Shark and Pinkfong, catch a short live show, and find themed food and merch on select weekends.
Koroneburg Renaissance Festival in Eastvale
Weekends, May 24 - June 22: Watch a live trebuchet demo, get knighted, and meet a magic bubble pirate at one of SoCal’s only permanent Renaissance faires.
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!
