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Valentine’s Day | Shoreline Village, Long Beach
February 14: Shoreline Village hosts a Valentine's Day celebration with waterfront views and live entertainment. Enjoy performances by Sarah Daye and DJ Rome, visit the photo flower wall, and explore romantic specials at shops and restaurants. FREE!
Lunar New Year Celebration | The Citadel, Los Angeles
February 14–15: Celebrate Lunar New Year at Citadel Outlets with traditional dancers and festive performances throughout the center. FREE!
Tiny Tribe: Rigs & Coffee | Tiny Rig Co., Westminster
February 14: Tiny Tribe: Rigs & Coffee at Tiny Rig Co. features a family-friendly car meet with free pancakes, kids’ crafts, and coffee by La Taza Mia from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. FREE!
Nature Club | White Point Nature Preserve, San Pedro
February 14: Learn about being a geologist and paleontologist while doing fun activities and crafts. FREE!
Lunar New Year | The District at Tustin Legacy
February 14: Enjoy lion dancing, martial arts demos, glitter tattoos, and crafts at this free family celebration, plus lucky red envelopes for early arrivals. FREE!
Frogtown Heart Walk – Love + Art | Frogtown Arts, Los Angeles
February 14: Frogtown Arts presents a car-free Valentine's Day celebration along the LA River with over a dozen venues. Explore art exhibits, live music, craft vendors, food trucks, a treasure hunt, Valentine's card making, and kitten adoptions from noon to 5pm. FREE!
Bulldog Beauty Contest in Long Beach
February 15: During this fun, annual community event, hundreds of bulldog contestants gather to compete for coveted titles. Dogs will parade down a 60-foot red carpet runway, flanked by hundreds of gawkers and a panel of real-life beauty queen judges.
Lunar New Year at USC Pacific Asia Museum
February 15: Ring in the Year of the Snake with live performances, hands-on crafts, and tasty treats. Don’t miss the lion dancers, storytelling, and a special exhibition. FREE!
Origami Day Festival at Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden
February 16: Join the Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden at CSULB for a day of origami, crafts, music, and fun for all ages.
Lunar New Year | One Colorado, Pasadena
February 15: Celebrate the Year of the Horse with live music, a traditional Lion Dance, and complimentary festive treats in The Courtyard. Guests who spend $75 or more at any One Colorado shop or restaurant can redeem a Lucky Red Envelope with a $5 gift card and special offers while supplies last.
Kinderkarneval | German School Campus, Huntington Beach
February 15: Enjoy music, games, costumes, and German carnival fun for kids at this free Kinderkarneval celebration. FREE!
Massing of the Colors 2026 | Forest Lawn Cemetery Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles
February 15: Sons of Liberty Chapter hosts a patriotic tribute honoring George Washington's birthday and the U.S. Armed Forces at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Watch color guards, ROTC units, and military displays, plus a Warbirds fly-by with missing man formation and ceremonial salutes. FREE!
Annual Presidents’ Day Celebration | Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley
February 16: The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library hosts its Annual Presidents’ Day Celebration with crafts, storytelling, live music, and presidential look-alikes. Activities are free and open to the public, with museum admission required for exhibit access.
Drop-in Workshop for Families: Animation inspired by Ponyo | Academy Museum, Los Angeles
February 7, 14, and 21: Academy Museum hosts a stop-motion animation workshop inspired by the film Ponyo. Families create their own animations depicting stories of friendship. Workshops are free with general admission on a first-come, first-served basis. Museum admission is free for youths ages 17 and under. FREE!
Family Art Workshop: Multi-Colored Bubbles & Silly Faces | Angels Gate Cultural Center, San Pedro
February 21: Create expressive faces using watercolor and simple shapes at this free Family Art Workshop for all ages. FREE!
Tết Parade | Westminster
February 21: Celebrate the Lunar New Year and the vibrant Vietnamese-American community at the Westminster Tet Parade in Little Saigon. FREE!
Kids’ Pet Parade | Historic Town Center Park, San Juan Capistrano
February 21: Kids and their pets can join the parade.
Lunar New Year Celebration | Manhattan Village, Manhattan Beach
February 21: Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a Lion Dance, crafts, and live calligraphy in The Plaza at Manhattan Village. FREE!
Black History Festival | Pasadena
February 21: Pasadena's 44th Annual Black History Festival celebrates community culture at Robinson Park with youth performances, live entertainment, a classic car show, food trucks, and community resource booths from 10 am to 3 pm. Grand Marshal Walt Butler, a local sports legend, will be honored. FREE!
Lunar New Year at The Shops at Mission Viejo
February 21: Explore artwork exhibits and special performances by students from the Mandarin Immersion Program at Marian Bergeson Elementary School and Fred Newhart Middle School! FREE!
Fiesta in Lomita | Kiwanis Hall, Lomita
February 21: Enjoy Filipino food, shopping, karaoke, Zumba, and live entertainment at Fiesta in Lomita. FREE!
Lunar New Year | The Market Place, Tustin
February 21: Enjoy lion dances, martial arts, drum performances, and festive activities for families celebrating the Year of the Horse. FREE!
Dog Day Afternoon | Artesia Park
February 21: Dog Day Afternoon at Artesia Park features doggie costume contests, a talent show, a LA County Sheriff’s K-9 demonstration, food, music, and pet vendors. The event runs from 11 am to 1 pm.
Lunar New Year at Cerritos Towne Center
February 21: This free event will include Lion Dance performances, kids' crafts, photo opportunities, stilt walkers and Lucky Red Envelope Giveaway*!
Lunar New Year Celebration | 2ND & PCH, Long Beach
February 21: 2ND & PCH hosts a Lunar New Year Celebration on Seaport Way with traditional performances and cultural activities to welcome the Year of the Horse. The family-friendly event runs from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. FREE!
Westwood Village Lunar New Year Celebration | Broxton Plaza, Los Angeles
February 21: Celebrate Lunar New Year at Broxton Plaza with a Lion Dance, kids’ crafts, zodiac photo moments, and festive activities from 12–5 PM. FREE!
Simply Crafted Markets: Puppy Love Pop Up | The Hangar at LBX, Long Beach
February 21: Adopt, foster, or cuddle pups at this pet-friendly market with 50 vendors, food, and free parking. FREE!
Golden Dragon Lunar New Parade | Los Angeles
February 21: This colorful celebration along North Broadway in Chinatown has become the premiere cultural event in the Southern California Asian-American Community.
Lunar Fest | Irvine Heritage Park Library
February 21: Gallop into the new year with lion and dragon dances, Chinese yo-yo, special performances, beverage samples, calligraphy and origami stations, mini lantern decorating, paper fortune cookies, and more. FREE!
Lunar New Year | Santa Monica Place
February 21: Celebrate Lunar New Year at Santa Monica Place with lion dances, live music, and festive activities. Meet a Chinese dough artist, a balloon artist, and enjoy hands-on crafts for kids! FREE!
Port of Los Angeles Lunar New Year Festival
February 21: More info coming soon!
Lunar New Year Festival | CRAFTED at the Port of LA, San Pedro
February 21: Celebrate the Year of the Horse with performances, food trucks, a petting zoo, and a festive wishing wall at the Port of LA. FREE!
Torrance Antique Street Faire | Downtown Torrance
February 22: Shop antiques and vintage treasures in Downtown Torrance at this laid-back monthly street fair featuring 200+ vendors, historic charm, and open-air browsing.
Lunar New Year Celebration | Larchmont Village, Los Angeles
February 22: Celebrate LNY in the heart of Larchmont with lion dances, kung fun show, children's book readings, mahjong, calligraphy, performances, and more. FREE!
Afro-Latinx Festival | Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA), Long Beach
February 22: Experience live music, dance, art workshops, and cultural celebrations honoring the Afro-Latinx community.
Lunar New Year Celebration | The Point, El Segundo
February 22: Enjoy lion dances, crafts, photo ops, and festive surprises as The Point celebrates the Year of the Horse.
Woodbury Night Market: Lunar New Year Edition | Irvine
February 22: Featuring more than 30 food stalls, K-POP DJs, and an evening drone show display beginning at 6:45 PM. FREE!
Elementary Education Expo | Downey Unified School District, Downey
February 26: Downey Unified School District hosts an Elementary Education Expo showcasing elementary programs. Watch students demonstrate Innovation Labs, robotics, coding, technology integration, and music instruction. Complimentary refreshments and translation services available.
Lunar New Year Celebration | Paséa Hotel & Spa, Huntington Beach
February 27: Celebrate Lunar New Year at 6:00 p.m. on the Ocean Lawn at Paséa Hotel & Spa in Huntington Beach.
Lunar New Year Celebration | Paséa Hotel, Huntington Beach
February 27: Celebrate Lunar New Year with live lion dancing, food tastings, hands-on crafts, and a wishing tree in a festive coastal setting. Families can explore traditions, performances, and interactive activities throughout the evening. FREE!
WagonFest: WonderFold Annual Warehouse Sale | WonderFold HQ, Irwindale
February 28: Shop stroller wagons at deep discounts and enjoy family-friendly activities at WonderFold Headquarters from 8 AM to 3 PM. FREE!
Kids Markets: Community Art Show | The Pavilion, Rancho Mission Viejo
February 28: Explore handmade crafts and creative booths by young entrepreneurs from 9 AM–1 PM at The Pavilion in Rancho Mission Viejo. FREE!
Lunar New Year in Alhambra
February 28: Enjoy a full day of cultural performances, food vendors, live art, and family activities at the Alhambra Lunar New Year Festival.
Anniversary Bash: Bricks & Minifigs | Bricks & Minifigs, Whittier
February 28: Celebrate Bricks & Minifigs Whittier’s 3 Year Anniversary from 10 AM–8 PM with LEGO raffles, entertainment, and free hot dogs with purchase. FREE!
Children’s Family Learning Festival | Torrance Cultural Arts Center
February 28: Connections for Children hosts its 2nd Annual Family Learning Festival celebrating Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse. Enjoy horse-themed arts and crafts, games, and live DJ. Every child receives two free books. Sign up for free LACMA children's memberships, meet childcare educators, and learn about childcare resources. FREE!
Lunar New Year | MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana
February 28: Enjoy Lion and Dragon Dances, kids crafts, and festive giveaways during MainPlace Mall’s Lunar New Year celebration. FREE!
Lunar New Year Celebration | Fashion Island, Newport Beach
February 28: Craft a Blessings Bracelet, enjoy calligraphy demos, and catch the Lion Dance during Fashion Island’s Lunar New Year celebration. FREE!
Lunar New Year Festival | SteelCraft Garden Grove
February 28: Pop-Up Market, Lion Dancers, Korean Dancers, Sensory Play, Kids Crafts, and Live Music.
Lunar New Year at Bella Terra
February 28: Enjoy a Lion Dance, cultural performances, character meet-and-greets, and giveaways during Bella Terra’s Lunar New Year celebration. FREE!
World Wildlife Day Celebration | Newport Beach Civic Center
February 28: Celebrate World Wildlife Day from 2–5:30 PM at the Newport Beach Civic Center with art exhibits, conservation talks, pollinator planting, and hands-on wildlife activities. FREE!
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