All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Laguna Playhouse Acting and Improv Camp – Spring Break
APRIL 8-12: Students, ages 4-19, will learn to play and build self-confidence using text and improv games. The camp will culminate in a showcase for friends and family.
Cool Crafts Roundup at Rancho Los Alamitos
SECOND THURSDAYS, APRIL 11 - AUGUST 8: Families are invited to get creative at Rancho Los Alamitos! Drop-in for a craft project and story time.
Movie Fridays at Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica
APRIL 12: Enjoy a free outdoor film series every second Friday of the month from April through June. Event includes photo ops, complimentary popcorn, and DJ before the film starts.
Movie Fridays on Third Street Promenade: High School Musical in Santa Monica
APRIL 12: Enjoy a night of sign-along fun and nostalgia. Dress up as your favorite High School Musical character and snap some photos at themed booths, enjoy complimentary snacks and goodies. Before the movie starts watch a Q&A with Bart Johnson (aka Coach Bolton from the movie)!
Kids Krazy Krafts Day at International Printing Museum in Carson
APRIL 13: Join the Printing Museum for a creative day of printing and crafts for the whole family including paper marbling, letterpress printing, screen printing, and more.
Bob Baker Marionette Theater: Hooray LA
SELECT DAYS, APRIL - JUNE: See the people and places of the City of Angels come to puppet life during this performance. The production features marionettes that showcase the history of LA, from the 1933 earthquake to Griffith park, as well as a revised set to more accurately represent the culture and community of LA.
Kids Fun Zone 2.0 at Anaheim Town Square
APRIL 13: Enjoy a Spring afternoon with activities, performances, face painting, storytelling, and more. Let kids craft gardening pots, listen to Cool Beans Band, and transform into springtime creatures with painting artist!
Family Workshop Ceramic Making at the Getty Center
APRIL - JUNE: Create and decorate your own clay vessel using ancient techniques.
Dinosaur Encounters Sensory Friendly Show at the Natural History Museum in LA
APRIL 13: Fun, educational, and interactive, 20-minute presentation featuring life-size dinosaur puppets. Each presenter focuses on a different topic, including theories on dinosaur behavior, extinction, adaptation, and the relationship between birds and dinosaurs.
Gyotaku at the Birch Aquarium
APRIL 13: Practice this traditional Japanese art technique and scientific practice! Since the 1800s, Japanese fishers have used gyotaku (pronounced Gee-oh-tak-oo) to record the size and species of their catches.
Robo-Tech Fest in Long Beach with Shared Science
APRIL 14: Shared Science is hosting their annual Robo-Tech Festival in celebration of National Robotics Week at Long Beach City College (LAC Campus). Parents and children of all ages are invited to participate in short, fun workshops that explore STEM topics.
Family Workshop: Sun Print at the Getty Center
SELECT SUNDAYS, APRIL - JUNE: Make one-of-a-kind photographic prints with the sunlight, called cyanotypes by arranging flowers, leaves, and stencils on light-sensitive material.
Drum Tao at the Cerritos Center for Performing Arts
APRIL 14: Enjoy the 30th anniversary of Drum Tao with performances and melodies that merge Wadaiko drums and Japanese flutes and harps.
Spring Fling – Guinea Pig Adoption & Education Event at Wallis Annenberg PetSpace
APRIL 15: Join in for a day of fun, learning, and love dedicated to all things Guinea Pig! Meet a variety of adorable guinea pigs available for adoption through SoCal Guinea Pig Rescue and learn everything you need to know about providing a loving and healthy environment for your new pet. Fun activities for the whole family, including guinea pig-themed crafts and more.
Driver’s Day: Pato O’Ward | Kids Free All Day at Petersen Automotive Museum
APRIL 18: Join Petersen Museum for Pato Day! At this special event you'll hear from the renowned professional driver, Pato O'Ward, there will be photo opportunities and activities for kids to celebrate motorsports and the accomplishments of a true racing icon.
Thunder Thursday at The Pike Outlets
APRIL 18: Free to the public, the evening is a preview of the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach featuring freestyle motocross, pit stop competitions, a car show, beer garden, live music and more!
Movies in the Park: Encanto at El Modena Park in Orange
APRIL 19: Bring your picnic basket, chairs and blanket and enjoy a night with a free movie under the stars.
Healthy Kids Day with YMCA Orange County
APRIL 20: Bring the whole family along for YMCA's Healthy Kids Day & Summer Kick-Off event. Activities include fitness demos, bounce house, inflatable obstacle courses, LEGO STEM activities, fitness challenges, food, drinks, and vendors.
Wild for the Planet – Celebrating Earth Day at LA Zoo
APRIL 20-21: Celebrate Earth Day with fun, inspiring activities, entertainment, and presentations. Enjoy nature-inspired entertainment such as musical and dance performances, book readings, and art demonstrations with our community cultural partners.
Strawberry Street Fair at Tanaka Farms in Irvine
APRIL 20-21: Join Tanaka Farms for a day filled with strawberry-infused delights and festive activities. Watch culinary artisans showcase the versatility of strawberries - from succulent desserts to savory dishes.
Ocean Encounter at Discovery Cube Orange County
APRIL 20 - SEPTEMBER 2: An interactive exhibit that show different aspects of ocean life and threats they face from human activity. Guests will learn about ocean conservation efforts and engage with hands-on activities to learn about the ocean.
Rover 2-Day Camp (STEM Explorers) at OCC Planetarium
APRIL 20-21: Children (grades 7-12)will be able to get creative and explore engineering while they build rovers from scratch with LEGOs during OCC Planetarium's robotics competition. They will watch their ideas come to life as they design, construct, code, and compete with their creations. This camp requires commitment for both Saturday and Sunday, each day will comprise of different tasks that build on each other.
Earth Day Celebration at Eaton Canyon in Pasadena
APRIL 20: Enjoy a day of Earth Day crafts, games, and download the "Agents of Discovery" app to complete missions and collect prizes!
Family Workshop: Spring Flower Printed Socks
APRIL 20: Spend the morning natural dyeing with flowers collected from the grounds at The Huntington. Participants will utilize the flowers potent natural color to create vibrant prints on cotton socks and will learn the accessible, fun technique of eco-printing–creating lasting prints with plant material–and each participant will leave with their own colorfully printed pair of socks.
Peacock Day at the Los Angeles Arboretum and Botanic Garden
april 20: Celebrate the beautiful peacock at the LA Arboretum. Enjoy interactive activities including discovery tables, guided peacock walk, colorful crafts, DIY face painting, complimentary photo booth, and more.
Earth Day Chalkfest on the LA Waterfront
APRIL 20: Create family-friendly art with an Earth Day theme. Free chalk will be provided or bring your own biodegradable chalk. Activities include a succulent plant activity (while supplies last) and games.
Earth Day Family Celebration in Cerritos
APRIL 20: Enjoy a day at Don Knabe Community Regional Park celebrating Earth Day with family and friends. See and test drive electric vehicles, take part in workshops and crafts. There is a kids play area and raffle and prizes!
Bugs, Bees, and Butterflies Day at The Muckenthaler
MARCH 20: Stroll the ground and gardens, create free bug art projects, speak with local beekeepers and entomologists, shop the artist vendor village, and learn about amazing insect friends.
OC Acting Academy – Casting Workshop
APRIL 20: Join Orange County Acting Academy for an exclusive opportunity to discover what it takes to land roles in top television shows and movies alongside esteemed Casting Director, Harriet Greenspan!
70th Anniversary Family Movie Night: Back to the Future in Lakewood
APRIL 20: Celebrate Lakewood's 70th birthday with a free family movie night, with free popcorn, giveaways, carnival games, and photo ops.
OC Soccer Club: Gnarly’s Birthday in Irvine
APRIL 20: The Orange County Soccer club is celebrating their mascot, Gnarly's birthday! There will be a kid's carnival, bubble activations, a Mascot party, DJ, and more!
Earth Day at Pretend City
APRIL 21: Celebrate Earth Day as we gather and take a moment to appreciate the caretaking of our planet, our home. Join Pretend City for recycling activities, Earth science, and art!
Earth Day Extravaganza at Lewis MacAdams Park in LA
APRIL 21: Celebrate Earth Day by learning about the local ecosystems in the LA River, the event features learning activities like making seedballs, eco arts and crafts, interactive exhibits, food trucks, live music, an eco-friendly marketplace, and raffles & giveaways.
Earth Day with Rebbie Rye! at The Arboretum & Botanic Gardens in LA
APRIL 21: Come sing-along and dance with Rebbie Rye in celebration of Earth Day! Her original songs and stories encourage children’s curiosity, expand their horizons, and teach the importance of keeping the arts alive. There will be cool giveaways for those in attendance—button pins, posters, seed cards, and more during this interactive concert.
Healthy Kids Day with YMCA Los Angeles at The Coliseum
APRIL 22: The LA Clippers, LA Galaxy, and LA Kings will all be hosting interactive sports clinics, plus DJ, live music, a gaga pit, rock climbing, digital graffiti wall, STEAM activities, archery, photo booths, teen zone, family fitness, lawn games, interactive inflatable games, and more.
Spring Fest in Downey
APRIL 21: Enjoy an afternoon in Downtown Downey with petting zoo, pony rides, train rides, food trucks, small business vendors, and more!
Disney on Ice: Mickey’s Search Party in Long Beach
APRIL 25-28: Join Mickey Mouse and his friends at Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party, a brand-new adventure filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics, and unexpected stunts!
Kids and Cops Paint Night – City of Lakewood
APRIL 26: Kids (ages 6-17) can practice their artistic skills alongside the Deputy Sheriff's and Community Safety Officers who serve the City of Lakewood. Pre-registration required.
The Boy Who Cried Wolf at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa
APRIL 27-28: A famous fairytale comes to life at Segerstrom Center for the Arts and tickets are just $20! All set in a village of knitters, this wintery reimagining of a classic tale follows a young boy who learns that nobody believes a liar, even when they’re telling the truth.
Centennial Celebration & Drone Show in Signal Hill
APRIL 27: The City of Signal Hill is proud to celebrate 100 years in 2024! Join the city for a series of events and activities including a Color Fun Run, pancake breakfast, games, crafts, live entertainment, and drone show at 8pm.
Earth Day Teen Climate Fest at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach
APRIL 27-28: Celebrate Earth Day and the future of sustainability with an event created by young leaders. The event will feature displays, activities, and presentations with an emphasis on sustainable art.
Steam Expo 2024 at Long Beach Convention Center
APRIL 27: An excellent opportunity for all Southern California residents to enjoy a day full of STEAM projects, maker faire, demonstrations, family challenges, visual and performing arts performances, and robotics competitions.
Celebration of the Young Child at Billie Jean King Main Library
APRIL 27: Enjoy read-aloud story times, sensory exploration area, and other activities. There will be fun entertainment, like performance by Latin Grammy-winner, Lucky Diaz and Wacko the Museum. Event showcases vendors who provide services and resources for children up to 8 years old.
AnaCon: Comics & Sci-Fi at Anaheim Central Library
APRIL 27: Sci-fi, comics, and pop culture take over the Central Library with dozens of artists, creators, and enthusiasts. Make fandom-inspired crafts and more.
Jamfest & Summer Camp Expo in Aliso Viejo
APRIL 27: Live music, balloon twister, airbrush tattoos, rock wall, photo ops, camp instructor meet and greets and more.
Cherry Blossom Festival at 2nd & PCH in Long Beach
APRIL 27-28: The festival features anime mascots, Japanese cultural performances, crafts and treats and handcrafted goods from local vendors.
Spring Fling & Fireworks Spectular in Cerritos
APRIL 27: Enjoy a day filled with entertainment, food trucks, performances and fireworks show at night. There will be games and crafts for the kids!
Long Beach Touch-A-Truck Event
APRIL 28: Explore about 100 large trucks, tractors, military, public safety, and construction vehicles.
Family Celebration Day for Kids’ Mental Health in Glendale
APRIL 28: Kick off Mental Health Awareness Month with a fun, impactful, purpose-filled day. The festival will feature games, crafts, brand activations, live entertainment, raffles and more. They will also offer resources for parents, teachers, and coaches to help everyone understand and support mental health for little ones.
Lightsaber Training, Family Force Experience & Star Wars Fun at Cerritos Library
MAY 1-4: Enjoy a Darth Vader scavenger hunt, register for Star Wars crafts, painting party, lightsaber training, and drawing class. Bring the family for The Force Experience to watch a live-action show by Jedi and Sith (registration not required).
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!
