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Celebration of the Young Child: Fall Festival in Pasadena
September 20: Celebrate early childhood with activities, learning, and community fun.
Nikkei Children’s Book Festival at JANM in LA
September 20: Storytimes, activities, and a pop-up bookstore at the Nikkei Children’s Book Festival.
Train Festival at Union Station in Los Angeles
September 20–21: Celebrate trains with tours, exhibits, and family fun at Train Festival 2025. FREE!
Zero to Three Jamboree at the Autry Museum in Los Angeles
September 20: Celebrate LA’s littlest kids with crafts, games, food, a photo booth, and gift bags for the first 125 children. FREE!
Cosmic Campfire with Star Forest at the GRAMMY Museum
September 20: Join Star Forest at the GRAMMY Museum for a family program filled with music, storytelling, and animated adventures.
Alice in Wonderland Tea Party in Long Beach
September 20: Enjoy tea, costumes, crafts, and games in Wonderland style.
Free Youth Tennis Play Day at El Dorado Tennis & Pickleball Center
September 20: Free youth tennis day with games, pizza & more in Long Beach.
Thai Fest at the Santa Monica Pier
September 20-21: A celebration of Thai culture featuring Muay Thai demonstrations, celebrity fighter appearances, and authentic Thai food. Enjoy traditional dance and shopping with Thai vendors. FREE!
A Decade By the Sea Celebration at Pacific City
September 20: Celebrate Pacific City’s 10th anniversary with a free kids’ carnival and more activities.
I Love Downey Festival
September 20: Enjoy live music, art, community booths, and festival fun.
Glow Ride in Hermosa Beach
September 20: Light up Hermosa Beach with a night ride for a cause.
Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie Experience at the Grove in LA
September 21-28: Meet Gabby, paint nails, color with Crayola, and play the new video game. FREE.
Dodgers Kids Run the Bases
Select dates, June 22 - Sept 21: Kids Run the Bases gives children (ages 5-14) the chance to run the bases after most Sunday afternoon games.
Fantasia Festival at the Autry Museum in Los Angeles
September 21: Celebrate Disney magic with activities, entertainment, and photo ops at Fantasia Festival. FREE!
Scavenger Hunt at California African American Museum
September 21: Solve clues in the galleries during a themed scavenger hunt.
Fall Festival at the Westminster Civic Center Sunken Gardens
September 25-28: A weekend of family fun, including delicious food, exciting live entertainment, and carnival rides. FREE!
Movie Night: Moana 2 at USS Iowa in San Pedro
September 25: Watch Moana 2 on Battleship IOWA, snacks from Vicky’s Doghouse Café available.
Grand National Truck Show at Fairplex in Pomona
September 26-27: See classic and modern trucks compete for top awards.
Los Angeles Comic Con
September 26-28: The ultimate destination for comics, gaming, cosplay, anime & pop culture!
Disney and Pixar’s Coco at El Capitan Theatre
September 26: See Coco on the big screen with live mariachi and dance.
Mid-Autumn Festival at Great Park in Irvine
September 26: Enjoy cultural displays, entertainment, and moonlit festivities at Irvine’s Mid-Autumn Festival. FREE!
Family Nite at Columbia Memorial Space Center
September 26: Families can explore museum exhibits and chat with space experts during this monthly evening event. Features include themed talks, hands-on fun, and full museum access.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live: Glow-N-Fire at the Long Beach Arena
September 27-28: Watch glowing monster trucks crush, jump, and roar at Long Beach Arena.
Free Entrance Day to National Parks
Come experience the national parks! Mark your calendar for these free entrance days in 2025!
A Great Day in the Stoke at the Huntington Beach Pier
September 27: Enjoy surf competition, 5K, kids' zone, beach yoga, free surf lessons, double dutch competition and more. FREE!
Worldwide Day of Play at Southern California Children’s Museum
September 27: Play with bubbles, water, art, and music at this free event.
Ube Fest at the Cerritos of Performing Arts Center
September 27: Snack on purple ube treats, shop 70+ vendors, and enjoy live music. FREE.
Instrument Fair at PV Music House in Palos Verdes
September 13 & 27: Kids can test out band and orchestra instruments, from strings to brass, at this free hands-on music fair. FREE!
Opening Celebration at the Market Place in Tustin
September 27: Celebrate a new community space with food, music, and games.
Scout-O-Rama Community Event at Long Beach City College
September 27: Scout-O-Rama is a large community event open to the public. Enjoy a fun-filled day with free entertainment, games, activities, and leadership opportunities.
Salute to Firefighters Festival at Warner Center Park in Woodland Hills
September 27: Honor firefighters with food, cars, music, and community fun.
Puptoberfest in La Mirada
September 27: Bring your pup for adoptions, contests, food, and fun.
Annual Block Party at the Autry Museum in Los Angeles
September 27: Celebrate first responders with music, carnival rides, and family fun at the Autry’s Block Party.
Wild About North American Natives at Wildlife Learning Center
September 27: Learn about native wildlife with animal talks and crafts.
Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness Expo in Lakewood
September 27: See demos from the LA County Sheriff's Department and Fire Department, including search-and-rescue dogs. Get an up-close look at fire trucks, sheriff's patrol cars, and meet the pilot and see Lakewood's Sky Knight helicopter.s.
Family Fun Day at Lomita Railroad Museum
September 27: Enjoy trains, crafts, food, vendors, and live entertainment.
OC Pride: Revolutionary Festival at the OC Fair and Event Center
September 27: March, dance, and celebrate unity with activities, speakers, and shows at OC Pride in Costa Mesa.
San Juan Capistrano Greek Fest
September 27-28: Feast on gyros and baklava, dance to live music, and shop the Greek market.
Public Star Party at the Griffith Observatory in LA
August 2, 30 & September 27: Try dozens of telescopes and spot the Sun, Moon, and planets with help from local astronomers.
Mid-Autumn Festival at Asian Garden Mall in Westminster
September 27: Celebrate Tết Trung Thu with lanterns, food, and cultural performances. FREE!
Buena Park Culture Fest
September 27: Explore global cultures with food, performances, games, and a drone show.
Family Sunday Fundays at Sherman Library & Gardens
August 10 - November 9: The Gardens come alive after hours with an evening lineup of ongoing programming for all ages. Sunday Fundays are made for families, playful and memorable evenings spent in nature.
BMWs & Bretzels Cruise-In at Petersen Automotive Museum
September 28: See BMWs old and new with coffee and pretzels.
Bump to Baby Expo at The District in Tustin
September 28: Celebrate pregnancy and motherhood at the Bump to Baby Expo with expert resources, prizes, samples, and more for expecting and new parents!
Academy Museum Anniversary Free Day 2025
September 28: Enjoy free museum admission with performances, crafts, and dance.
Rams Junior Cheerleaders Program
September 28: Young cheerleaders learn choreography from LA Rams Cheerleaders and perform at SoFi Stadium before the Rams game.
Barclay Block Party in Irvine
September 28: Enjoy family fun and live swing music at Irvine Barclay Theatre. FREE!
Family Concert: Dan Brown Wild Symphony
September 28: Enjoy a free family concert festival featuring Dan Brown's Wild Symphony! Experience Maestro Mouse and his animal friends come to life through orchestral music, narration, and whimsical visuals. Kids get in free!
Family Rave: Kandi Quest in Catch One Los Angeles
September 28: Dance, craft, and game together at Family Rave: Kandi Quest.
Family Sunday Funday at the Sherman Library & Gardens
September 14: Pack a picnic for family fun at the Gardens.
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