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Disney On Ice: Let’s Dance! | Long Beach Arena
January 1-4: Dance with Mickey, relive your favorite Disney stories on ice, and join a festive sing-along preshow during this high-energy family show.
Winter-Break Camps at My Gym in Long Beach
DECEMBER 19 - JANUARY 2: The ultimate camp adventure where kids dive into games, heart-racing relays, creative arts & crafts, music, and more! Hassle-free drop-off, flexible pay-by-the-day choices, unbeatable multi-day discounts.
Free Home Depot Kids Workshops
FIRST SATURDAYS: Join your local Home Depot on the first Saturday of each month between 9am - noon for free in-person Kids Workshops. While supplies last.
Animé Los Angeles | Long Beach Convention Center
January 8-11: Explore four days of cosplay, concerts, panels, and fandom fun at one of SoCal’s biggest anime conventions.
Centennial Farm Discovery Days
September 30 - June 1: During a Discovery Day, “farmers” are stationed around the farm available to answer questions and provide information.
Movie Night: Elio | Garfield Community Center, Santa Ana
January 9: Relax with snacks and a teen-only screening of Elio at the library. FREE!
Movies Under the Stars | Kelly Park, Compton
January 9: Watch an inspiring outdoor movie, enjoy free pizza, and celebrate community at this family-friendly film night. FREE!
Astronomy Night | Columbia Space Memorial Center, Downey
January 9: Each month, expert guest speakers dive into fascinating astronomy topics, sharing their knowledge and passion for the universe. After the talks, explore the night sky with our telescopes and witness celestial objects up close. FREE!
Snowfest | Lake Forest
January 10: Slide into the new year with Snowfest. Enjoy the snow, games, and a sled ride down Mount Pittsford. The event starts at 10:30am and offers 3 sessions for families.
Night Hike | Madrona Marsh Preserve, Torrance
2nd Saturday: Visit the Madrona Marsh Preserve as the sun sets, and day turns into night. Observe and listen to the sounds of animals and insects as they begin their nightly activities.
North Pole Plunge | Verdugo Aquatic Facility, Burbank
January 10: Make a splash at Burbank’s heated-pool North Pole Plunge with music, games, hot chocolate, and a meet-and-greet with Burr Bear.
Adventure Sail | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
January 10: Hoist the sails, learn navigation, and watch a live cannon demo aboard the Spirit of Dana Point.
Reptile Super Show | Pomona Fairplex
January 10-11: See and learn about your favorite reptiles, from slithering snakes to shell-dwelling tortoises and lots more. Kids will get to see animals up close, talk to professional breeders, and you may even bring home a new pet.
The Little Mermaid | Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center
January 10-11: See a re-imagined Little Mermaid filled with soaring movement, magical visuals, and all your favorite songs. Perfect for families and fans of the classic tale.
Making Scents of the Ancient World: Pylos Perfume Workshop at the Getty Center
September 21 - January 10: In this free, drop-in, perfume-making workshop, you can create your own perfume inspired by an ancient recipe from Pylos, in southern Greece.
Whale Watch Festival | Cabrillo National Monument, San Diego
January 10: Celebrate whale season with crafts, exhibits, expert talks, and guided gray whale viewing at Cabrillo National Monument.
SNOW Much Fun! | Rivian Laguna
January 10: Make snowy creations while learning how heat, ice, and salt work together in this kid-friendly winter science workshop. FREE!
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.
Movies in the Park: Disney’s Frozen 2 | Plummer Park, West Hollywood
January 10: Enjoy winter crafts, hot chocolate, and a cozy indoor screening of Frozen 2 at this family-friendly movie afternoon.
Kpop + Pop Family Dance Party | House of Blues Anaheim
January 10: Dance to Kpop hits, enjoy face jewels and photos, and party with the whole family at this high-energy Kpop event.
Silk Road Day | USC Pacific Asia Museum & SoCal Children’s Museum
January 11: Explore hands-on art, culture, and music during a free family day celebrating the Silk Road across two Pasadena museums. FREE!
Lunar New Year Festival | Torrance Cultural Arts Center
January 11: Celebrate Lunar New Year with lion dances, food vendors, cosplay, and family fun at this all-day cultural festival. FREE!
Oshogatsu Family Festival | Japanese American National Museum, LA
January 11: Make mochi, see candy art demonstrations, craft Year-of-the-Horse keepsakes, and enjoy a day of cultural performances at this free New Year festival. FREE!
Orange Unified School District New Student Enrollment Begins!
JANUARY 12: New and open enrollment begins for OUSD. The District offers parents a range of educational options for children of all ages including dual-language programs in Spanish/ English and Mandarin/English. They have also received many awards, including Golden Bell Awards from the California School Board Association, National Forum Schools to Watch, California Civic Learning Awards, 25 Gold Ribbon and 23 Distinguished School Awards from the California Department of Education.
Westerly School Community Tour | Long Beach
January 15: Tour the Westerly campus and experience their learning spaced during the school day!
Experience The Dream: MLK The Musical | Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
January 16-18: Follow the moving love story of Dr. King and Coretta Scott King in a new musical that blends history, song, and powerful storytelling.
San Diego Rodeo
Janaury 16-18: Get ready for three days of action-packed, family-friendly excitement featuring the world's top rodeo athletes. Presented by C5 Rodeo Co. and Outriders Presents in partnership with the Padres, this unforgettable event brings an authentic rodeo experience to the heart of downtown San Diego.
Wild Tales | Upper Newport Bay, Newport Beach
Every Friday: Wild tales is offered every Friday and include an outdoor story time in the newly-renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in the classroom. FREE!
Lunar New Year in Rancho Cucamonga
January 17-18: Enjoy a day of cultural celebration with lion dances, martial arts performances and more! The event features foods from local vendors and carnival rides. Check out the Artisan Marketplace and where local artisans showcase their crafts.
Asian American Expo | Pomona Fairplex
January 17-18: Explore lion dances, taiko drumming, and 1,400+ vendors at America’s biggest Lunar New Year festival.
MLK Day Parade & Celebration | Gardena
January 17: Celebrate Dr. King with a lively community parade and festival featuring bands, entertainment, booths, and food trucks. FREE!
OCSA Connects Community Arts Festival | OCSA Campus, Santa Ana
January 17: This free, annual community festival, hosted on the campus of Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA), offers arts-minded children a full day of play! Kids (ages 5-11) and their families are invited to come take part in arts play areas and experiences while enjoying live performances by OCSA's talented students.
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade | Long Beach
Saturday, January 17: The parade kicks off at the intersection of MLK and Anaheim St., followed by a park celebration with performances, kid zone, food and merchandize vendors, and more. FREE!
The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac | The Wallis, Beverly Hills
January 17: Discover how zodiac animals earned their place through movement, music, and martial arts.
Family Fest: Lunar New Year | The Wallis, Beverly Hills
January 17: Enjoy lion and dragon dances, martial arts demos, and hands-on crafts celebrating the Year of the Horse. FREE!
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration | Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Culver City
January 17: Celebrate MLK’s legacy with live performances, community exhibits, and a day of service-focused activities. FREE!
Swan Lake, Jr. at La Mirada Theatre
JANUARY 17: Introduce children to the magic of ballet and the story of Swan Lake in a reimagined way that kids can relate to! Designed for young audiences, this shortened and simplified adaptation of the classic fairy tale invites them to experience selected excerpts of Tchaikovsky’s famous composition and the beauty and diversity of dance.
MLK Jr. Concert | Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles
January 17: Don't miss the return of the Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles—the largest Black majority orchestra in the nation—performing their MLK Jr. tribute concert.
The Peking Acrobats | CSULB Carpenter Center, Long Beach
January 17: Marvel at gravity-defying stunts and centuries-old acrobatic artistry with The Peking Acrobats.
Slack Key Festival in Redondo Beach
JANUARY 18: Enjoy Hawaiian music, food, and shop island themed goods at the Island Marketplace.
Dancing in the Light: Healing with the Arts | Debbie Allen Dance Academy, LA
January 18: Take free dance classes, enjoy an aerial demo, and join a live sculpture talk at Debbie Allen Dance Academy’s MLK community celebration. FREE!
Kidical Mass Bike Ride | Bixby Knolls
January 18: Kidical Mass returns! Join us as we celebrate what “community” looks like and enjoy a fun neighborhood bike ride this Sunday, January 18.
LA Kites and Friends | Long Beach
January 18: Watch kites fill the sky and join a casual community fly-day with LA Kits and Friends. FREE!
CAAM Scavenger Hunt: King Day | California African American Museum, LA
January 18: Hunt for clues through CAAM’s galleries in a King Day–themed scavenger challenge, with prizes for the first teams to complete their boards. FREE!
January Sunset Sail with Los Angeles Maritime Institute
January 18: Sail the San Pedro Bay and watch the sunset from the deck of a tall ship. Sit back and relax or become part of the crew – your choice!
King Day 2026 | California African American Museum, LA
January 19: Honor Dr. King through music, hands-on art, and a community book drive at this daylong celebration of service and reflection. FREE!
MLK Jr. Day of Service: Outdoor Volunteer Day | White Point Nature Preserve, San Pedro
January 19: Help plant natives, clear trails, and restore wildlife habitat at White Point Nature Preserve for MLK Day of Service. FREE!
MLK Day Pizza Party with Skatedogs
JANUARY 19 - Kids, ages 5-13, will enjoy lessons, games, pizza, and prizes! Skaters should know the basic fundamentals for this event.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Ceremony | Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
January 19: Celebrate the legacy of Dr. King with comments by the Cerritos City Council, special guest speakers, a poetry presentation, and musical performances. Light refreshments will be served.
MLK Day Parade | Los Angeles
January 19: Celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King. FREE!
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