
All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Family Fest: Día de los Muertos at The Wallis in Beverly Hills
November 1: Celebrate Día de los Muertos with altar-building, dance, face painting, and story time for all ages at The Wallis. FREE!
Día de Muertos Celebration at Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum
November 1: Watch live performances from mariachi to baile folklorico, enjoy our traditional food options, and browse vendors.
Shōya House Rice Harvest at the Huntington Library in San Marino
October 4 & November 1: Bundle, tie, thresh, and winnow rice with garden experts; curator talks run all afternoon.
Dia De Los Muertos & Pop-up at Wilmington Cemetery
November 1: There will be 35 booths and a variety of vendors, informational, various food, dessert, and refreshment items for everyone's palate, arts and crafts specialty gift items, and much more.
ArtLab at Hammer Museum
SATURDAYS: Drop by Art Lab for hands-on creative activities inspired by artworks on view at the museum.
Dia De Los Muertos in San Clemente
November 1: Enjoy live performances, including folklorico dancing, traditional Mexican music, and storytelling. Local food vendors will also offer delicious Mexican cuisine and sweet treats. FREE!
Día de los Muertos: Magic of the Altars at Roosevelt-Walker Community Center in Anaheim
November 1: Create altars, crafts, and celebrate loved ones with art, games, and community workshops at Magic of the Altars. FREE!
LAFD Fireboat 2 Centennial Celebration in San Pedro
November 1: Celebrate the 100th birthday of LAFD’s Old Fireboat 2 with tours, fire apparatus, live music, food, and family fun. FREE!
Día de los Muertos at the Santa Monica Pier
November 1–2: Celebrate Día de los Muertos at Santa Monica Pier with altars, live mariachi, Aztec dancers, and a community procession. FREE!
Country Night at Barnyard Buddies in Lakewood
November 1: Enjoy line dancing, a petting zoo, photo booth, and food truck fun at Country Night in Lakewood. Best for ages 13+
Día de los Muertos Celebration at the City of Gardena City Hall Lawn
November 1: Celebrate Día de los Muertos in Gardena with live performances, food, games, and a community ofrenda honoring loved ones. FREE!
Events at Long Beach Public Libraries
Ongoing: Explore free events at Long Beach Public Libraries, including storytimes, workshops, book clubs, and hands-on activities for all ages!
Day Out With Thomas at Southern California Railway Museum
November 1–2, 8–9, & 11: Ride with Thomas, meet Percy, and celebrate 80 years of railway fun with rides, games, petting zoo, and more at the Southern California Railway Museum.
The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System at Irvine Barclay Theatre
November 2: Blast off with Ms. Frizzle and her class on a musical field trip through the solar system. Expect songs, science, and teamwork in this fun, family-friendly show for ages 4–10.
Dinosaur Dash in Fullerton
November 2: Run, walk, or bike to support Tustin schools at the 34th Annual Dino Dash, featuring races, bike tours, trophies, and a free family Expo.
Día de los Muertos at Gloria Molina Grand Park in LA
Oct 25–Nov 2: A 9-day exhibition to celebrate Día de los Muertos. Special ceremonies with glowing altars, live music, and art honoring immigrant legacies on 10/25 and 11/2. FREE!
Community Day at Back Bay Science Center in Newport Beach
Sundays: Tour labs, touch sea creatures, wander the trails, and watch animal feeding during this free drop-in open house. FREE!
25th Annual Día de los Muertos Family Festival on Main Street Canoga Park
November 2: Enjoy folklórico dances, altars, classic cars, and live music at Canoga Park’s Día de los Muertos Family Festival. Celebrate culture and community with food, art, and family fun. FREE!
Hug & Groom Horses with Free Rein Foundation
FIRST SUNDAYS: Come learn, hug and groom rescue and therapy horses. You may meet playful mustangs, a feisty thoroughbred, or a big white mule.
Mexican Day of the Dead Family Festival at Bowers Museum
November 2: Enjoy live performances, art making, face painting and complimentary treats at every festival.
Día de los Muertos Celebration at the Natural History Museum of LA
November 2: Celebrate Día de los Muertos at the Natural History Museum with live mariachi, calavera mask-making, storytime, and a floral altar honoring loved ones.
Downey Día de los Muertos Art Festival
November 2: Celebrate with live music, cultural performances, altars, food and more. FREE!
Barnyard Afternoon: A Family Program at Rancho Los Alamitos in Long Beach
November 2: Enjoy games, Día de los Muertos crafts, and live music. Also meet animals in the petting zoo and explore the historic gardens.
Exploring Your Universe at UCLA
NOVEMBER 2: Exploring Your Universe (EYU) at UCLA will be hosting science booths and science talks with subjects ranging from astronomy, biology, geology, chemistry, sustainability, psychology, and more.
2025 Dodgers Parade & Championship Celebration
November 3: Celebrate the Dodgers’ back-to-back World Series win with a downtown parade and stadium event featuring live entertainment, player appearances, and team-themed fun.
Up Up & Away Consignment Sale – Kids & Baby Items 40-90% Off!
November 5-9: Score big discounts on kids’ and adult clothing, toys, and baby gear at this five-day consignment pop-up! A great opportunity shop for holiday gifts!
Mermaid Story Time with Once Upon an Island in Newport Beach
Nov 5 - Jan 28, 2026: Enjoy mermaid story time with bubbles, puppets, and story time magic, plus a free latte for moms. RSVP required. FREE!
Free Day at The Huntington Library
EVERY FIRST THURSDAY: The first Thursday of every month is Free Day. Admission is free of charge with advance reservation.
Christmas Nights at 123 Farm
November 6 – January 4: Stroll through lavender fields aglow with over a million lights, visit Santa’s Workshop, and sip organic cocoa at 123 Farm’s Christmas Nights celebration.
Astra Lumina at South Coast Botanic Garden
Nov 6 - Dec 31: Wander through glowing gardens and cosmic installations in this 1-mile immersive night walk, where the South Coast Botanic Garden transforms into a field of stars.
Ice at Santa Monica
November 7 - January 19, 2026: Daily skating 12–10 PM with fire pits, private party tents, Tuesday themed nights, Classical Sundays, Taylor’s b-day skate (Dec 13), and an NYE East Coast Countdown (Dec 31).
Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay in 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!
Fun Fridays Market: Día de los Muertos at Lakewood Center
November 7: Shop, eat, and dance to live mariachi at Lakewood Center’s Día de los Muertos Market. FREE!
Día de los Muertos: Noche con la Familia at Cerritos College
November 7: Celebrate life and remembrance with live music, art, food, and a screening of “Coco” at Cerritos College’s Día de los Muertos: Noche con la Familia. FREE!
Shark Lagoon Nights at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach
SELECT FRIDAYS, JANUARY - NOVEMBER, 2025: Get up close with the ocean’s ultimate predators and have a chance to touch smaller sharks such as bamboo sharks. You will also see rays and large sharks in the Aquarium’s Shark Lagoon. Coffee, hot cocoa, and snacks are available for purchase. Shark Lagoon Nights are weather-dependent and can be canceled due to inclement weather.
Ice at Santa Monica Grand Opening Celebration
November 7: Grand Opening with free skating (first come, first served), on-ice performances, live DJ sets, giveaways, and a holiday “snow” moment from 6–10 PM. FREE!
Citadel Outlets Tree Lighting Concert
November 8: Celebrate the lighting of the World’s Tallest Christmas Tree with live performances by SZN4, Pressley, Full Circle Boys, and OCSA students at Citadel Outlets. FREE!
Family Hike at Black Star Canyon | Irvine Ranch Open Space
March–April (Saturdays): Take a guided 3–4 mile family hike along a flat canyon trail with wildlife spotting and interpretive stops. Registration may be required.
Symphonies for Youth: Melody & Pitch at the Walt Disney Concert Halls
November 8 & 22: Discover the LA Phil’s woodwinds through kid-friendly concerts, art activities, and musical fun at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Sonia De Los Santos: Bilingual Songs of Hope at The Wallis in Beverly Hills
November 8: Sing, dance, and celebrate with Sonia De Los Santos in a bilingual family concert filled with joyful rhythms and playful stories.
Day Out With Thomas at Southern California Railway Museum
November 1–2, 8–9, & 11: Ride with Thomas, meet Percy, and celebrate 80 years of railway fun with rides, games, petting zoo, and more at the Southern California Railway Museum.
Día de los Muertos 5K & Youth 1K at Wilmington Waterfront Park
November 8: Run or walk through scenic Wilmington Waterfront Park during this Día de los Muertos 5K & Youth 1K celebration.
Rail Giants Train Museum in Pomona
2nd Weekends: Climb aboard historic locomotives and explore rail history at RailGiants Train Museum in Pomona.
Anime Pasadena 2025 at the Convention Center
November 8-9: Meet 400+ artists, 60+ celebrities, and thousands of fans at Anime Pasadena 2025—two full days of cosplay, panels, and fandom fun!
Kenneth Hahn Youth Fishing Derby in Los Angeles
November 8: Kids ages 5–15 can enjoy a morning of fishing, food, and fun at Kenneth Hahn Park’s annual Youth Fishing Derby. FREE!
Scout-O-Rama 2025 at Irvine Ranch Outdoor Education Center
November 8: Explore archery, gold panning, camping, and more family-friendly adventures at Scout-O-Rama in Irvine. FREE!
Veteran’s Day Celebration in Artesia
November 8: Celebrate local heroes with breakfast, guest speakers, displays, and family fun at Artesia Park. FREE!
Holiday Faire at Great Park in Irvine
November 8: Shop handcrafted gifts, art, and holiday décor while enjoying live festive music at Irvine’s annual Holiday Faire. FREE!
Open Cockpit Squared at Lyon Air Museum in Santa Ana
November 8: Tour two historic aircraft—the C-47 Willa Dean and DC-3 Flagship Orange County—during Lyon Air Museum’s Open Cockpit Squared event.
Welcome Home! Veterans Day Celebration at OC Fair & Event Center
November 8: Honor veterans with live music, exhibits, and free hot dogs at Heroes Hall’s Veterans Day Celebration in Costa Mesa. 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!


