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The OC Super Show | Great Park Live, Irvine
March 14: A one-day Orange County music festival featuring Story of the Year, LIT, Fenix TX, MEST, Tunnel Vision, and more, plus an optional craft beer festival experience for guests 21+.
A Fast & Furious Legacy Exhibit Opening | Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles
March 14: Celebrate the opening of a Fast & Furious exhibition with a multi-level car show, Tokyo Drift–inspired vehicles, special guests, and legendary movie cars on display.
Doodle POP | Segerstrom Center, Costa Mesa
March 14-15: Doodle POP is a playful, non-verbal show that uses live musicians who perform the accompanying score and sound effects, stunning interactive animation projections and live whiteboard drawings, and an abundance of theatrical imagination.
Pow Wow at Puvungna | California State University, Long Beach
March 14–15: Experience one of Southern California’s largest American Indian gatherings with traditional dancing, cultural presentations, Native foods, and artisan vendors. FREE!
Fairy Fest | Old World Village, Huntington Beach
March 14–15: Step into a whimsical fairy festival with crafts, storytime, author talks, magical games, and a Saturday night market with live music. FREE!
Overland Expo SoCal | OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa
March 14–15: Explore a massive overlanding expo with 300+ gear exhibitors, adventure travel classes, vehicle demos, and a kids RC driving course.
Kids Fishing Derby | Carbon Canyon Regional Park, Brea
March 14: Supervisor Doug Chaffee hosts a Kids Fishing Derby at Carbon Canyon Regional Park for Fourth District residents. Kids ages 6–15 can fish from 8:00–11:00 AM, with prizes for top catches, free bait, and loaner rods available. A free hot dog lunch is provided and a food truck will be on site. FREE!
Monarch Day of Action | Willow Springs Park, Long Beach
March 14: Willow Springs Park hosts the Monarch Day of Action, a community event focused on Monarch Butterfly habitat expansion. Attend a bilingual storytime with the Long Beach Public Library, a Monarch Habitat Introduction with the Xerces Society, and a Narrowleaf Milkweed planting. Registration is available on the City of Long Beach website. FREE!
Little Explorers | Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge
March - April: Explore, play and create under the oaks on the Main Lawn. Families with young children (ages 2-5) will enjoy doing arts and crafts and nature exploration together each month.
Sensory Friendly Saturdays | GRAMMY Museum, LA
2nd Saturdays: Explore the GRAMMY Museum in a calmer, sensory-friendly environment with softer lighting and reduced noise levels.
Earth Walk | Lakewood
March 14: 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.
Orange County Fire Authority Open House | Irvine
March 14: Enjoy junior firefighter activities, live demos, fire engine rides, and more! FREE!
Open House | Tanaka Farms, Irvine
March 14-15: Visit Tanaka Farms for wagon rides, barnyard animals, local vendors, games, and photos with the Easter Bunny. Admission policies may apply.
Walk ‘n Roll Festival | Jesse Brewer Jr. Park at Exposition Park, Los Angeles
March 14: Enjoy a community bike festival with a kids skills course, free helmets and tune-ups, skateboard demos, music, and bike-themed prize drawings. FREE!
Truck-A-Palooza | Mission Ave., Downtown Riverside
March 14: The Junior League of Riverside hosts Truck-A-Palooza, a free, hands-on vehicle event in Downtown Riverside. Kids of all ages can climb on and explore fire trucks, police cars, trash trucks, street sweepers, and more service vehicles. Meet the crews who operate them on Mission Inn Avenue between Orange and Lime Streets. FREE!
Spring Jam | Mountain High, Wrightwood
March 14: Mountain High in Wrightwood hosts Spring Jam 26, a snow party open to all ages. The day includes a snowball toss, rail jam, tug of war, frozen t-shirt contest, and live DJs from 11am–3pm. Win swag from Vans, Raskals, PSD, One Ball Jay, and more at the rail jam — helmets required.
Comics Art and Literacy Expo (CALE) | Natural History Museum, LA
March 14: Celebrate comics and creativity with free books, art workshops, live screen printing, raffles, and appearances by local artists and organizations. FREE!
Tomatozania | CPP Kellogg Ranch, Pomona
March 14: Enjoy a day of gardening, farm animals, artisan vendors, and family activities at CPP Kellogg Ranch. FREE!
Planetarium and Aquarium Open House | OCC Planetarium & Dennis Kelly Aquarium, Costa Mesa
March 14: Explore aquariums, touch tanks, feeding demos, free planetarium shows, and the premiere of a Polynesian navigation planetarium film during this hands-on science open house. FREE!
10th Annual Montebello ArtFest | St. Benedict Parish, Montebello
March 14: Browse 75+ vendors, watch live art, explore Artist Alley, enjoy food trucks, music, a car show, and family activities at this community art festival. FREE!
St. Joseph’s Day and Return of the Swallows Celebration | Mission San Juan Capistrano
March 19: Celebrate the annual return of the famous swallows to Capistrano with live Mariachi music, Flamenco dance, Native American storytelling, and a lecture by swallows expert Dr. Charles Brown. Ring the historic bells, tour Serra Chapel, and enjoy crafts including bracelet and trucker hat making.
The SpongeBob Musical | Cypress College Campus Theater, Cypress
March 13–22: Watch SpongeBob and friends try to save Bikini Bottom in this colorful stage adaptation of the Nickelodeon series. Tickets are $25 general admission or $15 for students and seniors.
BrickCentric LEGO® Fan Convention | LA Marriott Burbank Airport Hotel
March 20-22: A three-day LEGO fan convention with panels from LEGO Masters builders, live build competitions, workshops, a swap meet, and a LEGO film festival.
FUN-Tastic Family Night | The Centre, Lakewood
February 20, March 20, April 24: FUN-Tastic Family Night at The Centre in Lakewood includes a light dinner and themed show.
Swallows Day Parade in San Juan Capistrano
March 21: 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. FREE!
Cirque Kalabanté | CSULB Carpenter Performing Arts Center
March 21: Vibrant and energetic show with acrobatics, live Afro-Jazz, percussion, and kora that is inspired by the daily life in Guinea, West Africa.
San Gabriel Lunar Lantern Festival
March 21-22: Experience lantern displays, live performances, street food, shopping, and more!
Free Miniature Train Rides at Fairview Park in Costa Mesa
THIRD WEEKEND OF EVERY MONTH: The Orange County Model Engineers offer public ride days every third full weekend of each month. To ride the trains, children must be able to walk and be at least 31" tall. A typical trip takes about 12 minutes and covers two loops of the park.
Elemeno Kids Vintage Market | West Hollywood
March 21–22: Shop a curated kids vintage market featuring sustainable fashion, a kids zone, and a clothing customization station for young creators.
KASSO Fest Skate & Sound | Old Hall Plaza, Long Beach
March 21–22: Watch pro skaters tackle the legendary Railcoaster course while live music, art, and festival experiences bring skate culture to life.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Lowe’s Kids Workshops
MyLowe’s Rewards Kids Workshops are free, hands-on DIY experiences designed just for kids. Feb 21: Birdhouse / Mar 21: Lawn Mower / Apr 18: Terrarium / May 16: Garden Basket / Jun 13: Trophy Cup / Jul 18: Mini Toy Box / Sep 12: Haunted House / Oct 17: Firefighting Plane / Nov 14: Holiday Engine / Dec 12: Holiday Trolley Car / Jan 16, 2027: Winter Play Lodge
Mermaid Month | Ventura Harbor Village
March 7 & 21: Meet real mermaids, enjoy bubble shows, pirate encounters, crafts, and ocean-inspired fun along the waterfront. FREE!
Venice Oceanview Playground Grand Opening | Venice Beach, Venice
March 21: Celebrate the grand opening of the Venice Oceanview Playground with a ribbon cutting ceremony at Venice Beach. Enjoy food, games, crafts, live music, a caricature artist, and more. FREE!
Hello Kitty & Friends Pop-Up | Los Cerritos Center, Cerritos
March 21: Meet Hello Kitty and Cinnamoroll, snap photos, and enjoy this limited Sanrio pop-up experience at Los Cerritos Center.
Hello Kitty & Cinnamoroll Meet & Greet | Los Cerritos Center, Cerritos
March 21: Meet Hello Kitty and Cinnamoroll at MINISO's first-ever Hello Kitty and Friends Pop-Up in North America.
Rancho Days | Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum, Rancho Dominguez
March 21: Try butter making, leather crafting, gold panning, and watch blacksmith demonstrations during this hands-on rancho history festival. FREE!
Discovery Zone | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Third Saturday: Explore a hands-on space where kids can touch feathers, match animal tracks, build food webs, and learn how wetlands support plants, animals, and people. Through simple science activities and real marsh artifacts, young explorers discover why protecting nature matters. FREE!
Spring Bark Bash | TeWinkle Park, Costa Mesa
March 21: Head to TeWinkle Park for a free pet adoption event with music, K9 Unit demonstrations, face painting, a caricature artist, a photo booth, food truck, and pet supply vendors. Dogs are welcome on a non-retractable 6-foot leash. FREE!
Venice Love Fest | Venice Beach, Los Angeles
March 21: A beachside community festival under the Venice sign featuring live music, food trucks, art, a kids stage, fitness classes, and shopping. FREE!
STEAM Family Day | La Brea Tar Pits, Los Angeles
March 21: Explore hands-on STEAM activities, meet scientists, see fossils, and enjoy live presentations and storytime at this interactive museum event.
March Madness Basketball Event | Santa Monica Place
March 21: Shoot your shot with interactive basketball games, DJ music, and snacks at this high-energy March Madness event. FREE!
LAZERDOME: K-Pop Demon Hunters & Mousical Movie Magic | OCC Planetarium, Santa Ana
March 21: A planetarium laser show pairing favorite movie songs with a high-energy K-Pop Demon Hunters soundtrack and immersive dome visuals.
Star Party | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
March 21: Join Paul Livio and the Riverside Astronomical Society for an evening of stargazing, including a lecture, telescope viewing of double stars and deep sky objects, and a constellation tour. FREE!
Cirque Kalabanté | The Soraya, Northridge
March 22: Cirque Kalabanté performs Afrique en Cirque, a gravity-defying acrobatic show inspired by daily life in Guinea, West Africa. Acrobats are accompanied by live kora, percussion, and Afro-jazz music.
Bump to Baby Expo | The District in Tustin
March 22: Celebrate pregnancy and motherhood at the Bump to Baby Expo with expert resources, prizes, samples, and more for expecting and new parents!
Free LEGO Star Wars Pop-Up Experience | Target, Los Angeles
March 22: Explore a free LEGO Star Wars pop-up featuring a giant SMART Brick installation, life-size Star Wars builds, and hands-on demos of LEGO's new SMART Play™ technology. Kids make and take home their own LEGO Star Wars mini-build. FREE!
Family Flicks Series | Hammer Museum, LA
February - April: The Secret Life of Pets, Feb 1 | Inside Out, March 22 | Singin' in the Rain, April 12. FREE!
Ebell + LA Festival: Powered by Women | The Ebell, LA
March 22: Celebrate Women’s History Month with live performances, puppet theatre, crafts, flower crown making, art exhibits, and a Girl Scouts scavenger hunt. FREE!
SpringFest | Westpark Plaza, Irvine
March 22: Visit a live butterfly garden, shop 50+ small businesses, take Easter Bunny photos, and enjoy food vendors and live performances. FREE!
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!
