All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Spring Citrus Fair in La Habra
May 2-4: A 3-day fair that includes carnival rides, kiddie rides, food, entertainment a car show and vender booths.
Circus Vargas presents “Hollywood Dreams” in San Clemente
May 2-12: Step into the spotlight with Hollywood Dreams, Circus Vargas’ newest Big Top show inspired by the glitz of old Hollywood, packed with aerialists, acrobats, and world-class stunts.
LA County Fair in Pomona
MAY 2-26: The LA County Fair features over 60 carnival rides, 30 games, and kid zones. Plus, , Flower & Garden Pavilion, America's Great Outdoors, Haunt Super Show, Lumberjack Show, TreeCircus, and more.
Cinco De Mayo Mercado in San Gabriel
May 2: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with music and entertainment, foods, crafts and kid's activities! There will be a free photo booth and other fun activities and giveaways.
Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl
May 3: Enjoy Pasadena’s rich Latino culture and traditions through music, sports, art, and film.
Great Big Family Play Day in Los Angeles
May 3-4: Featured activities include character meet and greets, interactive play spaces, foam party, bike course, sports zone, face painting, family lounge, and carnival rides and inflatables.
Wheels, Tracks, and Wings at Planes of Fame Air Museum
May 3-4: “Wheels, Tracks, and Wings” brings together military vehicles, historical re-enactors, live demonstrations and presentations, and aircraft flyovers.
LEGO Festival at LEGOLAND in Carlsbad
Weekends, May 3 - June 9: Celebrate the power of play! Rock out, game, dance, build, and relax across five interactive zones, plus enjoy exclusive entertainment and surprises along the way.
Fusion Fest | Japanese Children’s Day & Cinco De Maya at Tanaka Farms in Irvine
May 3-4: Celebrate Japanese Children’s Day and Cinco de Mayo with a weekend of food, games, barnyard animals, and cultural performances like taiko drumming, mariachi, and folklorico dancing.
CHOC Wellness Fair at MainPlace im Santa Ana
May 3: Explore free health resources, kids’ activities, live performances, and a bike safety zone with free helmets at this family-friendly wellness fair.
Wildlife Baby Shower in Huntington Beach
May 3: See baby birds and mammals, participate in games & activities, learn about human wildlife conflict, check out booths, and enjoy treats!
LAUSD Arts Fest at The Music Center & Gloria Molina Grand Park in LA
May 3: Celebration of student art with live performances, hands-on activities, visual art galleries, film festival, and creative career inspiration.
Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festivities in Gardena
May 3: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a fun parade, food, entertainment, and festivities!
Groundwater Festival in Lakewood
May 3: The Water Replenishment District (WRD) is proudly bringing the Groundwater Festival back featuring more than 40 educational booths, family-friendly activities, food, face painting, and prizes.
Car Show & Fair in Long Beach
May 3: Enjoy games, food trucks, cars, music, and family-friendly activities!
Cinco de Mayo Parade & Festival in Venice
May 3: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Venice with a festive parade, live performances, food trucks, and fun activities for the whole family.
Dia de Los Ninos Day at the LA Zoo
May 3-4: Enjoy special activities and performances honoring the Mexican tradition.
Family Matinees at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles
Saturdays: Films for families of all ages! All movies in this series are rated G or PG, unless otherwise noted. 5/3 March of the Penguins, 5/10 Wall-E, 5/24 Ice Age: The Meltdown, 5/31 Elemental.
Very Special Arts Festival Community Day at The Music Center
May 3: This free, inclusive one-day festival is perfect for children of all abilities and their families to enjoy free performances and art making activities.
Rancho Days Fiesta at Heritage Hill Historical Park
May 3: Celebrate the rancho era with cultural performances, Charro demonstrations, historic tours, and hands-on crafts at this free, family-friendly fiesta.
CicloIrvine an Open Streets Event
May 3: Streets are closed to cars and people will be able to bike, skate, stroll through the car-free streets. There will be two stages at either ends of the route with entertainment, engaging community booths, interactive activities, and food trucks.
Kodomo no Hi (Children’s Day) Celebration at Isamu Noguchi Plaza in LA
May 3: Celebrate with hands-on crafts, traditional games, live performances, and sweet treats for the whole family.
Boone Children’s Gallery: Pop Up Art Workshop at LACMA
Saturdays, May: Create something special during an all-ages art workshop inspired by the exhibition Zheng Chongbin: Golden State.
Cinco de Mayo at Steelcraft in Garden Grove
May 3: Join Steelcraft for a festive Cinco de Mayo with food, live music, folklorico performance, and more.
Cinco de Mayo at Citadel Outlets
May 3-4: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with hourly folklorico performances, tacos, aguas frescas, and community fun.
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta in San Clemente
May 3: The festivities include live entertainment, a vendor pavilion, and activities for kids like inflatables, giant slides, and face painting.
Children’s Day at Japanese Friendship Garden in San Diego
May 4: Make special koinobori, play games, and eat kashiwamochi. Performances will run throughout the day. Guests can also enjoy wearing yukatas.
May the 4th Celebration at the Academy Museum in LA
May 4: Celebrate Star Wars Day with droids, Jedi demos, mural making, cosplay science, and movie screenings all day long.
Chili Cook Off, Car Show, & Brew Festival in Thousand Oaks
May 4: Chili, classic cars, live music, and a free Kid Zone make this annual festival a community favorite.
Family Rave: Star Dance in Santa Ana
May 4: Glow sticks, confetti, and cosmic beats—this all-ages family rave is going to space!
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.
Cinco de Mayo at Bowers Museum in Santa Ana
May 4: Celebrate early with mariachi, folklorico, student art, crafts, and more at this Cinco de Mayo-themed family festival.
Children’s Day at CSULB Japanese Garden
May 4: Join Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden for Children's Day with free activities and fun.
¡2025 Cinco de Mayo on the Promenade in Santa Monica
May 4: Celebrate Cinco de Mayo weekend with live mariachi, folklórico dance, Latinx vendors, and delicious outdoor dining.
Annie at the Dolby Theatre
May 7-8: Little Orphan Annie returns in a fresh production of the beloved musical, reminding us that brighter days are always just ahead.
Pan Am Fiesta in Lakewood
May 8-11: Enjoy carnival rides, live music, cultural booths, food trucks, and more during this four-day community celebration.
Open Farm Tour at Oasis Camel Dairy
May 10 & 24 This two-hour encounter includes a tour of the farm, bird/camel live show, plus an hour to enjoy favorite farm attractions. Admission includes treats to feed the camels and sheep.
Mother’s Day Hilltop Luncheon at Tanaka Farms
May 10-11: Join them for a Mother's Day Weekend Celebration! Details TBA.
Collage Making: Family Workshop at Getty Center in LA
May 10: Celebrate World Collage Day with a free hands-on workshop for all ages—create your own wearable art!
Mother’s Day Tea at Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum
May 10: Enjoy wonderful entertainment, finger sandwiches, and scones on the historical veranda. Plus, raffles, adobe tours, and more.
Comic Orange at the Tustin Library
May 10: A celebration of libraries, graphic novels, cosplay, animation and more! Activities include Cosplaying 101 where kids learn how to make their own cosplay and artist talks.
Spring Fling: Think Pink Soiree at Discovery Cube in LA
May 10: Make friendship bracelets and paper flowers to honor the amazing women and caregivers in your life, plus enjoy pink-themed snacks and meet special guests.
Beach Streets: Open Street Event in Long Beach
May 10: For a single day the streets to people walking & bicycling. Participants of all ages will enjoy family-friendly entertainment at our festival hubs located at Houghton Park and the east end of Artesia. Opportunity for participants to discover a new business, try a new restaurant, and explore a new retail store.
Downey Street Faire
May 10: Featuring live entertainment, food trucks, shopping, kids zone and more. Presented by the Downey Chamber of Commerce on Brookshire Avenue.
NCL Sea Craft Hour at Roundhouse Aquarium in Manhattan Beach
May 10 - August 23: Get crafty with free hands-on projects for kids and families during this creative afternoon at the aquarium. All supplies provided!
Mariachi Festival in Artesia
May 10: Enjoy musical and cultural performances at Artesia Park. There will be food trucks, beer garden, vendors, and more!
Mother’s Day Brunch at LA County Fair
May 11: Celebrate Mother's Day with brunch, live music, and photo ops at the LA County Fair—includes fair admission, concert ticket, and a return visit.
Mother’s Day at The Flower Fields
May 11: Enjoy performances and colorful ballet folklorico dancing. Pop-up picnic experience also available.
Mother’s Day at California Botanic Garden
May 11: Celebrate Mother's Day with free admission to CalBG for your favorite mom! Reserve a free ticket ahead of time for mom and additional tickets must be purchased.
Mother’s Day at South Coast Botanic Garden
May 11: Spend Mother’s Day at South Coast Botanic Garden with picnic options, butterfly encounters, and a bamboo bird adventure—plus extended hours and plenty of blooms.
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!
