All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Opening Day | The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
March 1: The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch reopen for the 2026 season, running through May 10. Admission required.
March Events | Pretend City, Irvine
March: Interactive spaces that support early development, social skills, and problem-solving where little ones can explore a miniature city designed for them.
Lunar New Year Celebration | Irvine Spectrum Center
March 1: Enjoy 15+ cultural performances, face painting, balloon art, and festive mocktails at Irvine Spectrum’s Lunar New Year celebration. FREE!
Purim Carnival | Alpert JCC, Long Beach
March 1: Celebrate Purim with an afternoon of festive fun, dress up in family-friendly costumes and enjoy a lively community celebration filled with games, attractions, food, and traditional hamantaschen.
Girl’s Day | CSULB Japanese Garden
March 1: Girl's Day or "Doll Festival" is celebrated every March 3 in Japan to pray for the health and happiness of young girls in Japan.
The U.S. Army Field Band in Concert | Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, Cerritos
March 1: Enjoy a free concert by The U.S. Army Field Band and Soldiers’ Chorus at 3 PM at the Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts. FREE!
Swift Nation + Sabrina Carpenter Tribute | Garden Amphitheatre, Garden Grove
March 1: A family-friendly tribute concert featuring fan-favorite hits, celebrating the music of Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter.
Eggstravaganza | Disneyland Resort, Anaheim
March 3 – April 6: Search for hidden character-themed eggs tucked around Downtown Disney District as part of Disney's Eggstravaganza. Maps and sticker sheets are available for $11.99 plus tax at select merchandise locations, and completing the map earns one of 6 themed keepsakes.
Holi Festival Youth Program | North Torrance Library, Torrance
March 3: Enjoy music, crafts, and colorful fun during this Holi youth celebration at the library. FREE!
Water Lantern Festival | Heritage Park, Cerritos
March 3: Decorate and release lanterns during this illuminated community celebration at Heritage Park. FREE!
Elephant Valley Grand Opening | San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Escondido
March 5: Walk alongside African elephants in this immersive new savanna habitat opening at noon. Admission required.
Pacific Coast Sportfishing Show | OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa
March 5-8: Sportfishing show with 7 halls of fresh/salt water fish tackle, boats, travel, and more. Activities for kids include, trout fishing ponds, wildlife education, interactive activities, fish printing, and get up close to critters and reptiles.
LEGO® Galaxy Grand Opening | LEGOLAND California Resort, Carlsbad
March 6: Explore the all-new LEGO® Galaxy at LEGOLAND California Resort featuring the indoor Galacticoaster, interactive spacecraft customization, and space-themed rides and attractions. Admission required.
Free First Fridays | Kidspace Children’s Museum, Pasadena
March 6: Explore interactive exhibits, outdoor play, and hands-on fun during this FREE monthly museum afternoon. FREE!
55th Annual Festival of Whales | Dana Point Harbor
MARCH 7-9: Whale watching, carnival, crafts, music, and more - enjoy a weekend of coastal fun at the Festival of Whales! FREE-ish!
Disney Pixar’s Hoppers Fan Event | El Capitan Theatre, Los Angeles
March 6: Attend a special Hoppers Fan Event at 7 PM featuring a live animal showcase before the movie and themed ticket packages. Admission required.
First Fridays: Honoring Women’s History Month | Bixby Knolls, Long Beach
March 6: Celebrate Women’s History Month from 6:30–9:30 p.m. at First Fridays in Bixby Knolls. FREE!
Noche de Estrellas | Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
March 6: Dance to live Latin music, explore the Aquarium after hours, and enjoy cultural performances and ocean encounters. Admission required.
Dinosaur Express | Southern California Railway Museum, Perris
March 7-8: Meet Buddy the Dinosaur, ride the train with resident dinos, and explore Lego build zones and STEAM activities during this two-day Dinosaur Express event.
Dragon Boat Festival | Burton Chace Park, Marina Del Rey
March 7: Features 40 local and out-of-state dragon boat teams and clubs competing to be the fastest on the water. Enjoy arts and crafts, entertainment, and food trucks. FREE!
Flashlight Safaris | Wildlife Learning Center, Sylmar
February 21, 28 and March 7: Peek into the lives of elusive nocturnal animals during guided group tours with only a flashlight to guide you.
Kite Party | Huntington Beach Pier
March 7–8: Watch professional kite demonstrations and colorful open flying along the Huntington Beach Pier. FREE!
Katie Wheeler Library Grand Opening | Katie Wheeler Library, Irvine
March 7: Celebrate refreshed library spaces with lawn games, hands-on activities, and live music during this community grand opening. FREE!
Basketball Bonanza: Adaptive Sports for Every Body | Kidspace Children’s Museum, Pasadena
March 7: A day of basketball-themed fun designed for all ages and abilities. Families can participate in skills workshops, free play sessions, and hands-on opportunities to try wheelchair basketball.
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck | The Shoppes at Chino Hills
March 7: A one-day pop-up filled with adorable treats and exclusive limited Hello Kitty merchandise.
Free Saturday Family Theatre: Aesop’s Fabulous Fables | Beverly O’Neill Theater, Long Beach
March 7: Enjoy a free performance of Aesop’s Fabulous Fables at 11 AM as part of the Free Saturday Family Theatre Series. Reservations required. FREE!
RHC STEAM Festival | Río Hondo College, Whittier
March 7: Join the free RHC STEAM Festival for hands-on science, arts, and engineering activities, exciting demos, and prizes—fun for students of all ages. FREE!
STEAM Festival 2026 | Río Hondo College, Whittier
March 7: Enjoy hands-on science experiments, arts demos, and interactive STEAM activities for kids ages 5+ during this FREE family festival. FREE!
The Inland Empire Strikes Back | North Park, Riverside
March 7: A one-day Star Wars fan celebration with celebrity guests, vendors, cosplay, and hourly collectible raffles.
Holi & The Beach | Seaside Lagoon, Redondo Beach
March 7: Throw vibrant colors on the beach with Bollywood DJs, live entertainment, and nonstop spring festival fun. Admission required.
Holi | Victory Park, Pasadena
March 8: Families and community members are invited to gather outdoors for an afternoon of music, color, and cultural celebration. FREE!
Happy Holi Festival | Artesia Park
March 8: Celebrate Holi with live music, DJs, color play, and authentic Indian cuisine in this vibrant spring Festival of Colors. Admission required.
52nd Annual Festival of the Kite | Redondo Beach Pier
March 8: Watch colorful kites soar above the pier with live music, face painting, and family-friendly fun. FREE!
Beetlejuice | Pantages Theatre, Los Angeles
March 10–22: Experience the hilarious Broadway musical based on Tim Burton’s film, packed with outrageous humor and spectacular stage effects. Admission required.
Mary Poppins | Rose Center Theater, Westminster
March 12–14: Enjoy a student-led production of the beloved Broadway musical filled with classic songs, choreography, and heartwarming family themes. Admission required.
Cherry Blossom Festival | Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum, San Diego
March 12-15: Stroll beneath blooming cherry blossoms, enjoy cultural performances, family activities, food vendors, and a festive beer and sake garden in Balboa Park. Admission required.
Game Night: Animal Crossing Aquarium Tour | Birch Aquarium, La Jolla
March 12: Explore the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Aquarium Tour during a special after-hours Game Night with character meet-and-greets, a stamp rally, gaming lounge, and themed photo spots. Tickets required.
Dragon Ball Pop-Up Tour | The Shops at Santa Anita
March 13–15: Explore themed zones, photo backdrops, game demos, and Dragon Ball collectibles during a limited-time pop-up at The Shops at Santa Anita. FREE!
Springtime | South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa
March 13 – April 4: Celebrate spring and Easter with character photos, springtime crafts, and a seasonal carousel experience. Meet the Easter Bunny at two locations, and hop on the Bunny Carousel featuring larger-than-life bunnies and floral carriages.
Butterfly Season | Kidspace Children’s Museum, Pasadena
March 13–May 17: Dress up with monarch wings, explore bug safaris, and adopt live caterpillars during this spring pollinator celebration. Included with admission.
Sounds of Santa Monica: Kids Club Edition ft. Twinkle Time | Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica
March 13: Santa Monica Place hosts a free Kids Club performance in Center Plaza featuring Twinkle Time. Enjoy a bilingual pop-rock-hip hop concert for families. Enjoy singing, dancing, crafts, and giveaways. Activities are suitable for kids of all ages. FREE!
Astronomy Night | Columbia Memorial Space Center, Downey
March 13: Attend Astronomy Night from 7:00–9:00 pm with a guest speaker, telescope viewing, and space science talks at Columbia Memorial Space Center. FREE!
KCRW PieFest & Contest | The Autry Museum of the American West, Los Angeles
March 14: Celebrate Pi Day with a massive pie festival featuring 25+ vendors, baking demos, a pie contest, celebrity judges, and free museum access. FREE!
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.
Bubblefest | Discovery Cube OC, Santa Ana
March 14 – April 12: Discovery Cube OC in Santa Ana celebrates 30 years of Bubblefest during Spring Break. The Mega Bubblefest Laser Show runs 40 minutes and blends bubble artistry with lasers and music. Special days include a Sensory-Friendly Morning on March 15 and an after-hours Family Night on April 10.
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!
