All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
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.
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.
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!
Pageant of the Masters: Open Casting Call for All Ages
JANUARY 10-12: Sign up at the Open Casting Call for a behind-the-scenes look at the Pageant, meet the creative team, and get a sneak peek at the artwork that will be re-created in the 2025 production “Gold Coast: Treasures of California.” Plus, join the Pageant for a Family Fun Fest featuring food trucks, art activities, games, and more on January 12.
Brick Convention: LEGO Fan Event at the OC Fair & Event Center
JANUARY 11-12: Enjoy a day filled with everything LEGO! The event features building areas, hundreds of displays, professional LEGO® artists and vendors offering new/rare/exclusive sets.
Encanto Sing-Along
January 11, 2025: We "don't talk about Bruno" but everyone is talking about the Encanto Sing-Along! Dress up as your favorite character and sing along to the on-screen lyrics. Enjoy fun choreography, trivia questions, and a free Fun Pack with goodies and props.
The Peking Acrobats in Segerstrom Center in Costa Mesa
JANUARY 18: See masters of agility and grace display their artful athleticism, pushing the limits of human ability and defying gravity with their amazing acts of contortion and control.
Celebrating 30 Years of STOMP!
January 18-19: Matchboxes, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, and more fill the stage with energizing beats at STOMP: the inventive and invigorating stage show that’s dance, music, and theatrical performance blended together in one electrifying rhythm for the enjoyment of anyone at any age!
BYOBucket on National Popcorn Day at Cinemark Theaters
SUNDAY, JANUARY 19, 2025: Got a bucket or container handy? Swing by any Cinemark on National Popcorn Day (1/19) and they'll fill ‘er to the brim with buttery popcorn. Literally anything can be a bucket! Get creative and bring in any container, tote, or bag. They'll load it up with the good stuff for just $5 —up to 400oz (equivalent of 2 XL popcorns).
Skate For LA with Skatedogs
JANUARY 19 - Join Skatedogs this Sunday as they Skate for LA. They will be raising funds for the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation. Event includes lessons, games, and free skate, for ages 5-13.
Astronaut Commemoration at Columbia Memorial Space Center
January 25, 2025: Join Columbia Memorial Space Center in commemorating the astronauts of the Challenger, Columbia, and Apollo 1. Explore the space center and engage in presentation and activities celebrating their legacy.
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