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Annie at Rose Center Theater in Westminster
2025-09-13 - 2025-09-28 | Rose Center Theater, 14140 All American Way, Westminster, CA, 92683
September 13-28, 2025
Experience the beloved Broadway classic Annie at the Rose Center Theater, featuring unforgettable songs, lovable characters, and a heartwarming story of hope and family. Follow spirited orphan Annie as she searches for her family, befriends billionaire Oliver Warbucks, and faces the comically cruel Miss Hannigan, all while reminding everyone that brighter days are ahead.

Plane Pull at JetZero Long Beach
2025-09-13 08:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | JetZero, 4150 Donald Douglas Drive, Long Beach, CA, 90808
Saturday, September 13, 2025
The Plane Pull challenges teams to see who can pull a jet 12 feet the fastest. Hosted by Special Olympics Southern California, the all-day event includes opening ceremonies, athlete pulls, the Legends Boarding Lounge, and plenty of cheering from the sidelines. Families can also enjoy food, entertainment, and a special Kids Zone for younger participants.
Highlights include:

Team plane-pulling competition
Opening ceremony and athlete pull
Legends Boarding Lounge
Katten Kid’s Zone with inflatables and games
Lunch service for participants

Katten Kid’s Zone (ages 13 and under) includes inflatables games, Plane Pull shirt, and the opportunity to participate in the CHP Kid’s Pull. It takes just 2-3 children to pull the plane! Wristbands for the Katten Kid’s Zone is $20.
Participants can register as a team or individual. Free for spectators.
The event runs 8am-3pm. Admission and parking are free. Proceeds benefit Special Olympics Southern California.

Celebrate Los Al in Los Alamitos
2025-09-13 08:30 - 22:00 | Los Alamitos, 10901 Pine Street, Los Alamitos, CA
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Enjoy the street fair and carnival, listen to live music, eat, drink and celebrate Los Al restaurants and make memories with the community. Explore the Public Safety Fair featuring Los Alamitos Police Department, OCFA, CERT, and so much more. The night ends with a Glow Run where more than 1,500 participants will unite in their most eccentric neon outfits and experience the magic of glow tunnels.
Event is free.

Health & Safety Fair at AV Ranch in Aliso Viejo
2025-09-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Aliso Viejo Ranch, 100 Park Ave., Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656, United States
Saturday, September 13, 2025
The Aliso Viejo Health & Safety Fair brings together community resources, activities, and hands-on fun. Families can take advantage of free health screenings, safety information, and giveaways, while kids explore emergency vehicles during the Touch-a-Truck portion.
Other offerings include safe disposal of expired medications and helpful information from local organizations and service providers.
Highlights include:

Free health screenings
Safety resources and information
Expired medicine disposal
Free giveaways
Touch-a-Truck experience

The fair runs 9-11am at AV Ranch, 100 Park Avenue. Admission is free.

Rolling Hills Estates City Celebration
2025-09-13 09:00 - 15:00 | Ernie Howlett Park (Rolling Hills Estates), 25851 Hawthorne Blvd., Rolling Hills Estates, CA, 90274
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Rolling Hills Estates marks 68 years of incorporation with a day of family fun at Ernie Howlett Park. The annual City Celebration features new inflatable attractions along with many returning favorites. Families can also grab a bite from food vendors serving barbecue, churros, and more.
Highlights include:

Pony Hops race game
80-foot obstacle course with slide
Sports championship games
Corn maze obstacle course
Corn pits
Rock climbing wall
Magician
Face painting
Games for all ages

The celebration runs from 9am – 3pm. Food available for purchase. Admission is free.

Learn & Grow Family Fair in Tustin
2025-09-13 10:00 - 15:00 | The District at Tustin Legacy, 2437 Park Ave., Tustin, 92782
Saturday, September 13, 2025
The Learn & Grow Family Fair is a one-stop resource event for parents looking into after-school activities, tutoring, enrichment programs, and special needs resources. Families can connect with organizations across Orange County that support education, development, and extracurricular opportunities for kids.
The fair runs 10am-3pm. Admission is free.

Annual Santa Monica Classic Car Show on the Pier
2025-09-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Santa Monica Pier, 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, 90401
September 13, 2025
The 5th Annual Santa Monica Classic Car Show returns to the Santa Monica Pier, showcasing over 200 classic cars from the 1930s and beyond.
Event is free to attend.

Los Angeles Libros Festival at LA Central Library
2025-09-13 10:00 - 16:00 | Los Angeles Central Library, 630 W. 5th Street, Los Angeles, 90071
Saturday, September 13, 2025
The 7th annual Los Angeles Libros Festival will offer a full day of entertainment featuring Spanish-language and bilingual storytelling, musical performances, authors, workshops, books, and community.
Free and open to the general public.

Ventura Art & Chalk Festival at Ventura Harbor Village
2025-09-13 10:00 - 2025-09-14 17:00 | Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, 93001
September 13-14, 2025
The Ventura Art & Chalk Festival brings a burst of color to the harbor promenade as more than 30 professional artists create large-scale chalk murals. Families can explore the walkway, watch the art take shape, and enjoy live music throughout the day.
An artisan marketplace showcases paintings, ceramics, photography, jewelry, and more. Kids can also join in at the Chalk Zone to draw their own creations.
Highlights include:

Live chalk mural creation
Artisan marketplace booths
Kids’ Chalk Zone
Live music and entertainment
Special appearance by Greg Wray, illustrator of the original Sonic the Hedgehog cover

The festival runs 10am-5pm both days. Admission is free.

Hispanic Heritage Celebration at MainPlace Mall Santa Ana
2025-09-13 12:00 - 15:00 | MainPlace Mall, 2800 N Main St. C, Santa Ana, CA, 92705
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Celebrate the vibrant traditions, culture, and flavors of Hispanic heritage. Enjoy an afternoon of live performances, cultural activities, and festive fun for the whole family.
Highlights include:

Live entertainment – Las Estrellas Dance Group, Relámpago de Cielo, and a Mariachi band
Giveaways – authentic Mexican wood toys for kids and handcrafted coin purses for adults
Tasty treats – complimentary samples of esquite, a popular Mexican street food
Kids craft station – design your own mini wood bowl with colorful fabrics

Event is free.

Westside Fest at Admiral Kidd Park in Long Beach
2025-09-13 12:00 - 16:00 | Admiral Kidd Park – Long Beach, 2125 Santa Fe Ave., Long Beach, CA, 90810, United States
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Westside Fest is back for its second year with an afternoon packed full of family fun. The festival brings music, dancing, food, and hands-on activities to Admiral Kidd Park for a community-wide celebration.
Highlights include:

Food trucks and free youth meals
Art workshops and resources
Bounce houses and face painting
Video game arcade pop-up
Build-your-own skateboard station

The festival runs from 12-4pm at Admiral Kidd Park. Admission is free.

Family Style Food Fest at LA State Historic Park
2025-09-13 12:00 - 20:00 | Los Angeles Historic Park, 1245 N Spring St., Los Angeles, CA, 90012
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Family Style Festival brings together food, fashion, and community for a one-of-a-kind day. Enjoy exclusive food and merchandise collaborations, live entertainment, a curated music lineup, a kid’s area, and top-tier restaurants.

Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture in San Pedro
2025-09-13 12:00 - 21:00 | Point Fermin Park, 807 W Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro, CA
Saturday, September 13, 2025
The 31st Festival of Philippine Arts and Culture (FPAC) returns to Point Fermin Park with a full day of Filipino food, dance, music, and community celebration.
This year’s theme, Kapit-Bisig (“Arm in Arm”), honors unity and resilience in the Filipino-American community.
Admission is free.

Fiestas Patrias Celebration at Citadel Outlets
2025-09-13 12:00 - 2025-09-14 15:00 | Citadel Outlets, 100 Citadel Drive, Los Angeles
Saturday & Sunday, September 13-14, 2025
Enjoy folkloric performances, mariachis, and traditional dance.
Event is free.

Instrument Fair at PV Music House in Palos Verdes
2025-09-13 13:00 - 15:00 | PV Music House, 550 Deep Valley Drive, Suite 261B, Rolling Hills Estates, CA, 90274
September 13 & 27, 2025
PV Music House invites elementary school students to try out a variety of band and orchestra instruments. Families can explore options from brass and woodwinds to strings, with instructors available to answer questions and offer guidance. The event is designed to help kids discover which instrument feels like the right fit.
Highlights include:

Hands-on instrument tryouts
Brass, woodwinds, and strings
Guidance from instructors

The fair is free to attend. RSVP online.

Bus Fest Long Beach
2025-09-13 14:00 - 17:00 | Granada Beach in Long Beach, 5100 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA, 90803
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Saturday, September 13, 2025
The first-ever Long Beach Bus Fest rolls in with an afternoon of buses, bikes, and beachside fun. Families can tour transit vehicles from across Southern California, explore interactive information booths, and enjoy games, giveaways, and family-friendly activities. Bike valet and free tune-ups will also be available for those arriving on two wheels.
Highlights include:

Bus tours and displays from SoCal transit agencies
Interactive booths and commemorative TAP cards
Swag, stickers, and giveaways
Bike valet and bicycle fix-it station

The festival runs 2-5pm next to Monty’s Dog Beach at Granada Beach. Admission is free!

Boots on Main in Yorba Linda
2025-09-13 14:00 - 22:00 | Boots on Main, Main St., Yorba Linda, CA, 92886
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Boots on Main brings live country music and small-town charm to Yorba Linda’s Main Street. The festival runs all afternoon and evening with line dancing, food, drinks, vendors, and plenty of space for families to enjoy.
Highlights include:

Live country music performances
Line dancing
Craft vendors
Food and drinks
Axe throwing
Kids acticities

The festival runs 2-10pm on Main Street in Yorba Linda.

Rosemead Moon Festival
2025-09-13 14:30 - 23:00 | Rosemead, on Valley Blvd. (Between Ivar Ave. and Walnut Grove Ave.), Rosemead, CA
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Rosemead Moon Festival will encompass three city blocks for a massive street fair featuring live performances, kids zone, food vendors; it is familyfriendly & multicultural, with a festive celebration to bring in Moon Festival.

Dino Fest at Natural History Museum
2025-09-14 | Natural History Museum, 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90007
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Dino Fest celebrates its 10th year with a full day of prehistoric fun at the Natural History Museum. Families can meet paleontologists, see rare fossils, explore the Dinosaur Hall, and learn about the modern descendants of dinosaurs—birds! The festival also includes live shows, hands-on activities, films, and plenty of dino-themed fun from morning to evening.
Highlights include:

Rare fossil specimens and Dinosaur Hall tours
Live bird flight demos
Hands-on art and science activities
Free screenings of Why Dinosaurs? and Walking with Dinosaurs
Puppet walkabouts and kids’ programs
Storytime, LEGO building, and screenprinting activities
Stage presentations and fossil demos

The event runs 10am-5pm. Admission is required, with some activities first come, first served.

Spider Pavilion at Natural History Museum
2025-09-14 - 2025-11-30 | Natural History Museum, 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90007
September 14 – November 30, 2025
The Spider Pavilion opens for the season with hundreds of orb weavers spinning webs in an open-air setting. Families can stroll through the pavilion, see spiders up close, and explore enclosed habitats featuring tarantulas, wolf spiders, and jumping spiders. Museum educators will also be on hand to share stories and answer arachnid questions.
Highlights include:

Hundreds of orb weavers on display
Garden spider webs up to 10 feet wide
Enclosed habitats with tarantulas, wolf spiders, and huntsman spiders
Educators sharing spider facts and pest-control tips

$10 per person. General admission also required.

Run, Walk, & Roll for Inclusion in Griffith Park
2025-09-14 07:00 - 11:00 | Shane’s Inspiration Inclusive Playground / Griffith Park, 4730 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Angeles, CA, 90027
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Blast off for a galactic-themed 4K Fun Run, Walk & Roll at Shane’s Inspiration Playground, raising funds for programs that unite children of all abilities through play.
Enjoy an exhibition fair, free t-shirts, raffle prizes, refreshments, goodie bags, and special guests.

East L.A. Mexican Independence Day Parade
2025-09-14 10:00 | East L.A. Mexican Independence Day Parade, 1st St. & Mednik Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90022
Sunday, September 14, 2025
The East LA Mexican Independence Day Parade & Festival draws more than 20,000 people each year for a community celebration of culture, history, and tradition. Families can enjoy the lively parade, delicious food, and a colorful display of heritage. As the oldest and largest Latin parade in the country, the event is also broadcast on ABC7.
The parade begins at 10am on Cesar Chavez and Mednik. Admission is free.

Family ArtMaking at LBMA Downtown in Long Beach
2025-09-14 11:00 - 13:00 | LBMA Downtown, 356 E. 3rd St., Long Beach, CA, 90802
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Spend the morning making art with exhibiting artist Angie Crabtree and the LBMA Education team. Inspired by her exhibition Garden of Eve, this drop-in session is free and open to all ages and skill levels. Kids just need to bring an adult along.
The program runs 11am-1pm at LBMA Downtown. Admission is free.

Fiesta Latina at Great Park in Irvine
2025-09-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Great Park – City of Irvine, 8000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine, CA, 92618
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with music, food, art, and cultural traditions at this family-friendly festival. Enjoy live entertainment, crafts, vendors, food trucks, demonstrations, and a pop-up art exhibition, plus resources from local community partners.
Event is free.

Fiestas Patrias Family Day at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes in LA
2025-09-14 12:00 | LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, 501 N. Main St., Los Angeles, 90012
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Fiestas Patrias Family Day honors Mexican Independence and Latin American heritage with music, workshops, and family activities. Kids can dive into hands-on projects, take part in cultural celebrations, and enjoy live entertainment. The day also features DJ sets and food for purchase.
Entertainment includes:

Mariachi Tierra del Sol Juvenil de Los Ángeles
DJ CUR8R

Workshops include:

Create your own estandarte
Cochineal pigment art
Tri-color pozole spice mix
Salsa de Bandera tostadas

Other activities:

Guided exhibition tours with Navegantes
Book giveaway for kids completing 3+ workshops
Community organization showcases

The event begins at 12pm. Admission is free. Food and beverages available for purchase.

Drum Circle at Kidspace Children’s Museum in Pasadena
2025-09-14 12:00 | Kidspace Children’s Museum, 480 North Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91103
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Kidspace wraps up its summer Campout with a campfire-style gathering and an interactive drum circle led by Rhythm Child. Families can head to Stone Hollow Amphitheater at 12pm for drumming fun, or join singalongs earlier and later in the day.
Singalong times: 11am, 1pm, and 3pm. The drum circle is included with admission and free for members.

Little Ethiopia Cultural Street Festival in Los Angeles
2025-09-14 12:00 - 20:00 | Little Ethiopia, Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles, CA, 90019
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Dive into the vibrant and festive celebrations that showcase the rich culture and traditions of Ethiopia. Event features cultural music and dance and offers a culinary experience with traditional Ethiopian dishes such as Injera, Doro Wats, Misir Wats, Ethiopian coffee, and honey wine for purchase. Enjoy arts & crafts, cultural performances, and workshops.
Event is free.

K-POP Demon Hunters Skate Party at Pigeon’s Roller Rink
2025-09-14 14:00 - 20:00 | Pigeon’s Roller Rink at 2ND & PCH, 6400 Pacific Coast Hwy., Long Beach, CA, 90803
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Fans of K-POP Demon Hunters are invited to skate, dress up, and join the fun at Pigeon’s Roller Rink. The day features themed music, photo ops with Huntr/x and Saja Boys, and a costume contest with prizes.
All ages can skate from 2-8pm, with an adults-only session from 8-10pm. Costume contests are scheduled for 4pm (all ages) and 9pm (adults).
Highlights include:

K-POP Demon Hunters theme night
Photo ops with Huntr/x and Saja Boys
Costume contests with prizes
Themed skating sessions

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Family Sunday Funday at the Sherman Library & Gardens
2025-09-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Hwy., Corona Del Mar
Sundays, September 14 & 28, 2025
Spend a magical Sunday evening in the Gardens with family-friendly fun, picnics at dusk, and playful activities designed for all ages. These evenings blend entertainment with a touch of education, making it a perfect way to enjoy nature together.

Knott's Scary Farm
2025-09-18 - 2025-11-01 | Knott’s Berry Farm, 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, 90620
Select Nights, September 18 – November 1, 2025
Knott’s Scary Farm is the largest and most haunting Halloween event in Southern California, with unimaginable scares and innovative thrills that can’t be found anywhere else.
The fully transformed theme park features uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog and hiding in every corner of the park.
These haunted attractions have the ingredients of a truly terrifying nightmare. But unlike most dreams, Knott’s Scary Farm is a nightmare you can’t wake up from — which makes it the thing to do for Halloween.
Knott’s Scary Farm is not recommended for children under 13. All guests, regardless of age, need to have their own paid admission ticket.
