Earth Walk in Lakewood

March 15: Visit Monte Verde Park in Lakewood for a fun and educational Earth Day celebration. Enjoy hands-on learning stations, meet Woody the Tree, and enjoy a nature walk lead by a knowledgeable guide.

Dates:
Location:
Monte Verde Park - Lakewood 4626 North Shadeway, Lakewood, CA
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Cost:
Free

Rancho Days at Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum

March 15: Experience the 1800s with butter making, blacksmithing, and hands-on history at this free community event!

Dates:
Location:
Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum 18127 South Alameda Street, Rancho Dominguez, CA
Cost:
Free

Drones Day at Columbia Memorial Space Center

March 15: Get ready for an exciting day, see drone races, learn how to fly a drone, see a drone soccer game, and more drone-related activities throughout the facility, indoors and outdoors!

Dates:
Location:
Columbia Memorial Space Center 12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA
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Cost:
Free

RHC STEAM Festival in Whittier

March 15: Join the free RHC STEAM Festival for hands-on science, arts, and engineering activities, exciting demos, and prizes—fun for students of all ages!

Dates:
Location:
Rio Hondo College 3600 Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA
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Kidtopia at Pico Rivera Sports Arena

March 15: A festival for kids ages 2-12 with live shows, character meet-and-greets, inflatables, a petting zoo, face painting, and more!

Dates:
Location:
Pico Rivera Sports Arena 11003 Sports Arena Dr., Pico Rivera, CA
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SoCal Museums Annual Free-for-All Day

Dozens of museums presenting art, cultural heritage, natural history, and science will open their doors and invite visitors to attend their museums free of charge.

Dates:
Location:
Cost:
Free

Santa Ana Zoo Birthday Party

March 16: Join Santa Ana Zoo for their birthday party celebration with an all-zoo scavenger hunt with animal education activities. Plus, see the animals get "birthday enrichment treats!"

Dates:
Location:
Santa Ana Zoo 1801 E. Chestnut Ave., Santa Ana
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Free Soccer Fun in Long Beach

March 16: ids ages 2-10 can enjoy a free, fun-filled soccer session with skills training, games, and character-building activities.

Dates:
Location:
Sports Basement Long Beach 2100 North Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA
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Cost:
Free

Purim Celebration in Long Beach

March 16: Celebrate Purim at the Alpert Jewish Community Center with music, bounce houses, games, prizes, sing-along and more.

Dates:
Location:
Alpert JCC 3801 E. Willow Street, Long Beach, CA
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Cost:
$10 – $15

Joyful Celebration of Holi in Artesia

March 16: Enjoy music, color throwing, and festive fun at this lively Holi celebration.

Dates:
Location:
Artesia Park - City of Artesia 18750 Clarkdale Avenue, Artesia
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Cost:
$10

Summer Camp Fest at Sports Basement OC

March 16: Meet local camp providers, enjoy kids’ crafts, enter giveaways, and get discounts on summer gear at this family-friendly summer camp fest!

Dates:
Location:
Sports Basement Orange County 10800 Kalama River Ave., Fountain Valley, CA
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Cost:
Free

Game Night at Sports Basement in Long Beach

March 19: A monthly game night featuring trivia, puzzle challenges, board games, prizes, and free snacks. Family-friendly and open to all!

Dates:
Location:
Sports Basement Long Beach 2100 North Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA
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El Otro Oz at La Mirada Theatre

March 20-21: A bilingual musical blending The Wizard of Oz with Latin music as Dora navigates tradition, self-expression, and a magical journey.

Dates:
Location:
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada, CA
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Noche de Estrellas at Aquarium of the Pacific

March 21: Dance under the sea stars to the sounds of salsa, rock en Español, mariachi, cumbia, and other rhythms. Enjoy live bands, DJ, Mexica drumming and dance, and educational programming in English and Spanish.

Dates:
Location:
Aquarium of the Pacific 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA
Cost:
$24.95

Swallows Day Parade in San Juan Capistrano

March 22: Enjoy the parade and Mercado Street Fair with family-friendly activities including a kid's play zone, live entertainment, vendors and merchants, food, and more.

Dates:
Location:
Downtown San Juan Capistrano - Historic Town Center 31872 El Camino Real, San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Cost:
Free

The Venice Fest in Venice Beach

March 22: Shop local artists, enjoy live entertainment, hands-on workshops, and great food during this community festival.

Dates:
Location:
Venice Beach 12257 Venice Blvd., Venice Beach, CA
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Cost:
Free

Spring Fling at L.A. Zoo

March 22-23: Celebrate spring with live music, animal feedings, crafts, and hands-on activities exploring pollinators, butterflies, and nature at the Zoo!

Dates:
Location:
LA Zoo 5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA

Easter Eggstravaganza at Irvine Park Railroad

March 22 - April 19: Ticketed activities include Easter egg hunts, train rides, paint party, egg basket toss, face painting, cookie decorating, moon bounce, hay rides, mini diggers, and more. Event entrance is free, however park entrance fee applies. Easter bunny visits also available for purchase.

Dates:
Location:
Irvine Park Railroad 1 Irvine Park Rd., Orange, CA
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Cost:
$7 – $80

Elmo’s Eggstravaganza at Sesame Place San Diego

March 22 - April 20: Join Sesame Place for an Easter Celebration. Take photos with the Easter bunny, participate in a scavenger hunt, and enjoy a Bunny Hop dance party.

Dates:
Location:
Sesame Place San Diego 2052 Entertainment Circle, Chula Vista, CA
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Springtime Easter Festival at Underwood Family Farms in Moorpark

March 22 - April 21 Celebrate springtime on the farm with more than 50 acres to visit and numerous activities. Enjoy photo ops, entry to the animal center, tractor-drawn wagon rides, hay pyramids, barrel horses, country store and more.

Dates:
Location:
Underwood Family Farms in Moorpark 3370 Sunset Valley Road, Moorpark
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Cost:
$14 – $20

Rivian Kids Craft Session in Irvine

March 22: Enjoy storytelling and “stained glass” art project using contact paper, spring colors, and natural elements.

Dates:
Location:
Irvine Spectrum Center 670 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine
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Celebrating 65 Years at Neff Park in La Mirada

March 22: Celebrate La Mirada’s 65th anniversary with historic tours, exhibits, a craft fair, food vendors, and family fun at Neff Park!

Dates:
Location:
Neff Park - La Mirada 14300 San Cristobal Dr, La Mirada, CA
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Cost:
Free

Neighbor to Neighbor Spring Kickoff Event in Long Beach

March 22: Celebrate community and connection at the Neighborhood Spring Kickoff with arts, crafts, games, and family-friendly activities—free for all to enjoy!

Dates:
Location:
Martin Luther King Jr. Park - Long Beach 1950 Lemon Ave., Long Beach, CA
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Cost:
Free

Girls in STEM Day at La Brea Tar Pits in LA

March 22: Girls in STEM Day invites girls ages 8-18 to explore hands-on STEM activities, meet professionals, and enjoy live music, exhibits, and inspiring talks at this interactive celebration of science and innovation!

Dates:
Location:
La Brea Tar Pits 5801 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

Golden Dragon Lunar New Parade in Los Angeles

March 22: This colorful celebration along North Broadway in Chinatown has become the premiere cultural event in the Southern California Asian-American Community.

Dates:
Location:
Golden Dragon Lunar New Year Parade Broadway to Hill St., Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
Free

Summer Camp Fest at Sports Basement in Long Beach

March 22: Meet local camp providers, enjoy kids’ crafts, enter giveaways, and get discounts on summer gear at this family-friendly summer camp fest!

Dates:
Location:
Sports Basement Long Beach 2100 North Bellflower Blvd., Long Beach, CA
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Cost:
Free

Mermaid Month at Ventura Harbor

March 22: Meet mermaids, enjoy live music, dance parties, and ocean-themed activities at the Mermaid Festival! Free admission, with select experiences available for a fee.

Dates:
Location:
Ventura Harbor Village 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA
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César Chávez Family Day in Los Angeles

March 23: Enjoy music and dancing, workshops, and guest performances like the Folklorico Y Arriba, Folklorico Tierra Blanca and more. Celebrate and learn about the activist leader César Chávez.

Dates:
Location:
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes 501 N. Main St., Los Angeles, 90012
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Cost:
Free

Eggstravaganza at Downtown Disney District

MARCH 25 - APRIL 21: Celebrate spring with a special "egg" search around Disneyland Resort. Pick up your map and stickers ($9.99), search for hidden "eggs" and place corresponding stickers on your map

Dates:
Location:
Downtown Disney District 1580 Disneyland Dr., Anaheim, CA
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Cost:
$9.99

WonderCon at the Anaheim Convention Center

March 28-30: A massive pop culture convention with comics, exclusive merch, panels, autographs, gaming, and the fan-favorite Masquerade!

Dates:
Location:
Anaheim Convention Center 800 West Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA
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Fancy Nancy the Musical at Chance Theater

March 28 - April 13: Bring the family and watch as Fancy Nancy and her friends Bree, Rhonda, Wanda, and Lionel get ready to perform in their very first show.

Dates:
Location:
Chance Theater 5522 E La Palma Ave., Anaheim
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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!


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