During the free event, many diverse L.A.-based artists and community groups showcase their talent, artistry and traditions on The Music Center’s iconic Dorothy Chandler Pavilion stage. The free three-hour live production features instrumental music, choral music and dance performances.

Calling all inspired builders and creators! Enjoy building with the Libraries large LEGO and DUPLO collections to make fun creations.

Can't stay up late but still want to celebrate? Come to the Newport Central library for their Noon Year's Eve Celebration with crafts and fun as you count down to noon!

Join the Cabrillo Beach Polar Bears for the first swim of the year, plus the crowning of their new king and queen.

Join the Auto Club for a free class on the proper use of car seats, including how to select the right seat for your child and tips on car seat installation.

Join Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in learning about the Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in Southern California. These areas, like parks on land, protect underwater marine resources for future generations to enjoy. Speakers, presentations, interactive activities and handouts will be available so visitors can learn more.

Join Code Ninjas for their grand opening celebration in Los Alamitos. Enjoy refreshments, raffles to win a Chromebook, Kindle Tablet and hourly giveaways.

Join the Hammer Museum for Family Flicks. As Ben Gates (Nicholas Cage) tries to find and decipher ancient riddles that will lead him to the legendary Knights Templar treasure, he’s dogged by a ruthless enemy, and must steal the Declaration of Independence or let it, and a key clue to the mystery, fall into dangerous hands.

Kids are invited to a fun morning of fishing at Irvine Regional Park! Trophies will be given to the participants who catch the largest fish!

Join the City of Inglewood to celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration.

It will be a fun afternoon for the whole family with a face painter, a balloon twister, crafts, stilt walkers, calligraphy artist, Wishing Tree, Lion Dances, giveaways and more!

In celebration of Lunar New Year, Westfield Santa Anita is hosting live performances including a special Lion Dance performance by the Ane Thanh Lion Dance Troupe.

See Carbon Canyon Regional Park in a completely different setting - in the dark! Park rangers will lead a starlit hike showcasing the natural wonders that can only be seen at night. Plus hot cocoa and cookies!

In recognition and celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., join (or watch) the parade.

Tweens ages 9 - 13 can record their own sound and mix audio components for podcasts, oral histories and music!

January 25-26: Celebrate Lunar New Year, the Year of the Rat, at Citadel Outlets!

Celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Rat at the USC Pacific Asia Museum! Enjoy free admission to the galleries, live performances, art-making workshops, food trucks, and more!

The free family festivities will feature performances including Lion Dances throughout the promenade, family activities, kid's crafts, glitter body art, balloon twisting, and a Lucky Red Envelope giveaway to the first 500 guests*.  

You and the kids (3-14) are invited for a Saturday of fun and learning, at Robotics Lab Open House. Join them for food, prizes, and a hands-on tour of their fun, amazing lab.

Celebrate the Year of the Rat! Enjoy traditional cultural performance, arts & crafts, and enjoy special offers from participating stores & restaurants at Santa Monica Place. 

Join the Port of Los Angeles in celebrating the sixth annual Lunar New Year Festival.

January 26: Make, look, and talk about art at Andell Family Sundays! This weekly family event features artist-led workshops and friendly gallery tours and activities thematically based on special exhibitions and LACMA’s permanent collection. Create memories together and have fun!

Join the Southern California Children's Museum for their Wild California exhibit grand opening. This exhibit highlights Southern California’s diverse natural landscape, teaching about its ecology and recreational opportunities offered within each biome.

January 30: Patrons, birth to 3 years, and caregiver can join in on storytime fun.

First weekend of every month: Bank of America is helping its customers become "cultured" through their program "Museums on Us," giving bank cardholders free admission to cultural venues in Southern California.

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA). Festivities include a traditional lion dance, prizes, and refreshments. Be one of the first 200 people attending their Irvine Station celebration and receive a free round trip Metrolink ticket to the Los Angeles Golden Dragon Parade

February 1: HUT-HUT-HIKE. Get into the spirit of Superbowl weekend with your little one. Reserve your spot on the team at 714-886-2811 or email us at cypressca@gymboreeclasses.com.

February 1: The Summer Opportunities Fair (SOF) is a community service event that provides a venue for parents and children to learn about summer programs. This event is free, open to the general public, and fun-filled with food vendors and activities for kids!  

Celebrate Lunar New Year with a street festival covering five full city blocks, with lion dances, kung fu demonstrations and other ethnic performances. Young and old alike enjoy fun giveaways, games and ethnic foods.

This free event will include two Chinese Lion Dance performances, Kid's Crafts, Balloon Art, Lunar New Year Specials, and the first 500 people will receive Lucky Red Envelopes.

Celebrating the Year of the Earth Rat, the festival features entertainment, family workshops, food and craft vendors. The Golden Dragon Parade is the oldest celebration of its kind in America.

February 1: BOOM! POW! WHAM! Bring your ideas for a comic to life with free session on character development and design at Atomic Basement Comic Store.

Join the Hammer Museum for a free screening of The Great Muppet Caper. Reporting on a British jewel heist, intrepid journalists Kermit, Fozzie, and Gonzo settle in at the raucous Happiness Hotel in England and seek the victim of the theft. When Miss Piggy is framed for the crime, Kermit and company work to clear... View Article

Celebrate the Year of the Rat with dance, music and art from China, Vietnam and Korea. Dragon and lion dances by JC Culture will welcome in the new year.

Meet representatives from each of ABC Unified School District's 21 magnet schools and view highlights from each program.

March 7: As the sun goes down, watch Argyros Plaza light up! Enjoy an evening of art, technology, and fun with the latest in interactive art and a silent disco.

February 8: Share the love with some furry, four-legged friends this Valentine's Day. Kids the chance to win a pizza party for their class. You may end up falling in love with a new friend or critter!

February 8: Celebrate America's 16th President at the Lincoln Memorial Shrine's 48th Annual Open House.

Celebrate the year of the rat with a traditional lion dance, red envelope giveaway, learn the art of Chinese calligraphy and more!

February 9: Help the professor celebrate his birthday at his free party! Learn all about science and more. (Free with admission.)

February 9: Let your little ones' inner Picasso shine at the free art event in Los Angeles.

February 10: Enjoy this free Valentine's Day craft and card workshop.

February 12: Learn the ins-and-outs of how to keep your little ones safe. Instructed by certified safety technicians, parents will learn all about California's child passenger safety seat regulations and more.

February 14: Spend Valentine's Day with your little love at Gymboree Play & Music in Fullerton. Explore your babies senses, skills and abilities while having some fun one-on-one time.