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Spring Carnival in Los Alamitos
April 19: Families can participate in egg hunts, photo area with Peter Rabbit, game booths, vendor booths, carnival games, crafts, food, and more.
Earth Day at Natural History Museum
April 19: Celebrate Earth Day with live music, SpongeBob meet & greets, hands-on science, museum collections, crafts, plants, and more at NHM!
Egg-citement Hunt in Yorba Linda
April 19: Petting zoo, crafts, games, egg hunt, and photos with the bunny.
SpringFest: A Pirate Adventure in Costa Mesa
April 19: Enjoy a fun-filled day for a Treasure Egg Hunt, take photos with the Pirate Bunny, inflatables, live entertainment, games, and more!
Spring Eggstravaganza at the Hunt Library in Fullerton
April 19: Enjoy arts and crafts, egg hunts, bounce houses, vendors, face painting, photos with the Spring Bunny and more.
Earth Day Celebration at Roundhouse Aquarium
April 19: Enjoy Earth Day activities to like fish feeding observation, plankton races, search for dolphins, Shark Shack, face painting, crafts, and more!
Easter at the International Printing Museum in Carson
April 19: A day filled with the creative fun of letterpress printing, screen printing, paper marbling, sublimation printing, origami, special Easter surprises, and much more! Special guests include Type Writer Connection and Society For Calligraphy.
Anime Festival with Anifest at Torrance Cultural Arts Center
April 19: AniFest brings cosplay, live shows, guest meet-and-greets, 100+ anime vendors, and more—plus free parking and low-cost entry!
Storytelling at ENC in Newport Beach
April 19: Storytime with author Diane Lang, live animals, fire recovery learning table, book signing, and a chance to support local nature centers.
Spring Eggstravaganza & Public Safety Expo in Artesia
April 19: Play areas for children, face painting, food, music, and the annual egg hunt. Plus, see SWAT vehicles and Search & Rescue trucks and get an up close look at K-9 Search and Jaws of Life demo.
Earth Day at The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College
April 19: Celebrate Earth Day at The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College
Sow, Grow, Celebrate! Earth Day at Bella Terra in Huntington Beach
April 19: Celebrate Earth Day with crafts, live music, plant potting, giveaways, and eco fun for the whole family—free and open to all!
Eggscavation at Atlantis Play Center in Garden Grove
April 19: Event activities include egg hunts, a petting zoo, inflatable obstacle courses, glitter tattoos, carnival games, balloon twisters, train rides, and crafts!
Spring Carnival at Promenade Palos Verde in Rolling Hills
April 19: Rides, food, activities, super egg hunt with tons of eggs hidden throughout the mall. Search for super rare golden tickets hidden inside eggs for big prizes and eggs falling from the sky.
Easter Farm-to-Table Luncheon at Tanaka Farms
April 20: This special luncheon includes a visit from the Easter Bunny, tractor ride, games, activities, photo ops, and each child receives a ticket to the Easter Egg Hunt in the festival area.
Easter Celebration at Calico Ghost Town
April 20: Take a photo with the Easter Bunny, search for the Easter Bunny’s eggs, and enjoy the live entertainment throughout the day. Scheduled activities include crafts, blacksmithing, pancake breakfast, games, gunfight show, competitions, and more.
Orange May Parade in Historic Old Towne Orange
The parade began in 1933 to mark the beginning of the Valencia orange packing season. It has now evolved into a showcase of the many organizations that call the City of Orange home.
Earth Day Celebration at reDiscover Center in LA
April 20: Make art using recycled materials with us to celebrate Earth Day!
Five Day Spring Break Camp at Sewing Lab
APRIL 21-25: Beginners ages 8 and up are welcome and returning students too. Sewing Lab has a long list of projects to choose from and students can pick according to their interest and skill level.
Spring Art Camp at Colorz Kidz
APRIL 21-25: Get creative with Colorz Kidz fun and engaging Spring-Break Art Camp. Sign up for one day or the week!
Party for the Planet at Birch Aquarium
April 22: This family-friendly event celebrates our ocean planet's biodiversity and features live music, earth-friendly crafts, conservation presentations, a community art project, scavenger hunt, interactive stations, and more.
Earth Day Celebration at Pacific City in Huntington Beach
April 22: Picnic with ocean views, live music, marine life presentations, Earth Day crafts, and healthy bites—RSVP for craft supplies!
Children’s Water Education Festival at UC Irvine (for School Groups)
April 23-24: Orange County 3rd-5th grade teachers and their students are invited to attend the Children's Water Education Festival to learn about local water issues and the environment.
WOW Festival at UC San Diego
April 24-27: Discover 20+ immersive and interactive performances at the four-day WOW Festival, including outdoor adventures, live theatre, comedy, and family-friendly fun.
California Poppy Festival in Lancaster
April 25-27: The California Poppy Festival is three days of live entertainment, amusement park rides, displays, festival food, live animal exhibits, and countless activities for all ages.
Universal Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios
Select Nights, April 25 - May 18: Explore fandoms like Star Trek, Back to the Future, Dungeons & Dragons, and more during this new after-hours event.
OC Día del Niño in Fullerton
April 26: Día del Niño features fun and interactive activities and performances by professional artists, arts organizations, schools and community groups that can be enjoyed by the whole family and children of all ages and skill levels.
Celebration of the Young Child in Downtown Long Beach
April 26: A free celebration for kids up to 8 with performances, crafts, sensory play, screenings, and resources for families.
LEGO Shipbuilding Contest at the LA Maritime Museum
April 26: Build your own ship and compete for prizes at this free family-friendly Lego event on the waterfront.
Festival of Books in Los Angeles
April 26-27: The nation’s largest literary event is back on the lovely campus of the University of Southern California. Children's events include storytime and author readings on the Children's Stage.
The Gruffalo’s Child at Segerstrom Center
April 26-27: Follow the Gruffalo’s Child on her adventurous mission in Tall Stories’ enchanting adaptation of the much-loved picture book.
South County Pet Expo in Lake Forest
April 26: Find pet products, live demos, and adoptable animals at this pawsome expo—plus free pet tags and shelter info from OC Animal Care.
Arts & Literacy Festival in Santa Monica
April 26: Celebrate dinosaurs with storytime, a costume parade, free book giveaways, live performances, and hands-on early learning activities at this free festival for young children and families.
Day at the Rocks at Vasquez Rocks County Park in Agua Dulce
April 26: Enjoy crafts, cultural booths, live music, local vendors, and animal meet-and-greets at this community day in the park.
Arbor Day in Los Alamitos
April 26: Eco-crafts, free mulch and compost, kids' activities, and a tree planting celebration in honor of Arbor Day.
Earth Day at ENC Tucker Wildlife Sanctuary
April 26: Celebrate Earth Day with frog-themed crafts, story time, amphibian games, and live animal encounters.
Earth Day at the Bay in Newport Beach
April 26: This free, family-friendly event features environmental-themed exhibits, booths, arts and crafts, scavenger hunts, and educational information.
SoCal API Festival at the Oceanside Civic Center Plaza
April 26: Celebrate 20+ ANHPI cultures with live art, martial arts, hands-on activities, community vendors, and family fun at this free all-ages festival.
Storytime in the Galleries at Bowers Museum
April 26: Celebrate Earth Day with a kid-friendly reading about Yosemite’s endangered mountain frogs, conservation, and the power of resilience.
Día de los Niños Celebration in Santa Ana
April 26: Enjoy a day of books, music, games, and kid-friendly fun with author readings, crafts, and free treats.
Festival of Nations in La Palma
April 26: Parade, cultural performances, carnival rides, games, petting zoo, and food trucks—celebrate La Palma’s diverse community!
Spring Fling at Discovery Cube in LA
April 26: Learn about pollinators, plant native seeds, and explore how UV rays affect our world in this hands-on celebration of California’s environment.
Riverside Tamale Festival
April 26: A vibrant celebration of culture, community, and cuisine. It features a wide variety of delicious tamales, live music, artisan vendors, cultural performances, kids zone, and family-friendly activities.
Earth Day Celebration at the District in Tustin
April 26: Celebrate Earth Day with eco-friendly crafts, face painting, balloon twisting, a planting station, and live garden bugs with Doodlebugs Animal Adventures.
Kite Festival at Ascot Hills Park in Los Angeles
April 26: Enjoy a kite festival with free kites (while supplies last), tree giveaway, kids crafts and activities, DJ sets, and eco-friendly booths.
Cambodian Heritage Month Market Pop Up at 2nd & PCH in Long Beach
April 26: Celebrate Cambodian culture with traditional dance, crafts, live music, and more family fun at this festive community event.
AMP Festival at Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica
April 26: Celebrate art, music, and community with live performances, an interactive kids' Paint Lab, and a public art installation on the Promenade.
Día del Niño at Plaza de la Raza in LA
April 26: Live music, puppet shows, hands-on art workshops, a petting zoo, and free family fun celebrating creativity and the joy of childhood.
Cherry Blossom Festival in West Covina
April 26: Celebrate spring with Japanese food, music, taiko drums, shopping, and giveaways at this Cherry Blossom Festival.
The Eclectic Music Festival and Arts Crawl in Pasadena
April 26: Enjoy a day of music, featuring 8 stages, over 50 musicians! The festival includes interactive experiences & activities, a kids zone, photo ops, artisans alley, and food trucks.
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!
