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Oshogatsu Family Festival | Japanese American National Museum, LA
January 11: Make mochi, see candy art demonstrations, craft Year-of-the-Horse keepsakes, and enjoy a day of cultural performances at this free New Year festival. FREE!
Orange Unified School District New Student Enrollment Begins!
JANUARY 12: New and open enrollment begins for OUSD. The District offers parents a range of educational options for children of all ages including dual-language programs in Spanish/ English and Mandarin/English. They have also received many awards, including Golden Bell Awards from the California School Board Association, National Forum Schools to Watch, California Civic Learning Awards, 25 Gold Ribbon and 23 Distinguished School Awards from the California Department of Education.
Lights of Korea: Jinju Silk Lanterns | Korean Cultural Center Los Angeles
Jan 15 - Feb 28: Explore luminous Jinju silk lanterns inspired by Korean heritage and the iconic twelve-panel skirt. FREE!
Westerly School Community Tour | Long Beach
January 15: Tour the Westerly campus and experience their learning spaced during the school day!
Experience The Dream: MLK The Musical | Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
January 16-18: Follow the moving love story of Dr. King and Coretta Scott King in a new musical that blends history, song, and powerful storytelling.
San Diego Rodeo
Janaury 16-18: Get ready for three days of action-packed, family-friendly excitement featuring the world's top rodeo athletes. Presented by C5 Rodeo Co. and Outriders Presents in partnership with the Padres, this unforgettable event brings an authentic rodeo experience to the heart of downtown San Diego.
Wild Tales | Upper Newport Bay, 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!
Lunar New Year in Rancho Cucamonga
January 17-18: Enjoy a day of cultural celebration with lion dances, martial arts performances and more! The event features foods from local vendors and carnival rides. Check out the Artisan Marketplace and where local artisans showcase their crafts.
Asian American Expo | Pomona Fairplex
January 17-18: Explore lion dances, taiko drumming, and 1,400+ vendors at America’s biggest Lunar New Year festival.
LEGO NINJAGO Weekends | LEGOLAND, Carlsbad
January 17 - February 16: Families can step inside the world of NINJAGO with high-energy shows, interactive challenges, hands-on LEGO building activities, Path of the Ninja Scavenger Hunt, Ceremony of the Ninja, and fan-favorite attractions.
Solar System Encounter | Discovery Cube Orange County, Santa Ana
January 17 – February 22: Explore 360° planet models, meteorite labs, and rover adventures at this immersive space exhibit.
MLK Day Parade & Celebration | Gardena
January 17: Celebrate Dr. King with a lively community parade and festival featuring bands, entertainment, booths, and food trucks. FREE!
OCSA Connects Community Arts Festival | OCSA Campus, Santa Ana
January 17: This free, annual community festival, hosted on the campus of Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA), offers arts-minded children a full day of play! Kids (ages 5-11) and their families are invited to come take part in arts play areas and experiences while enjoying live performances by OCSA's talented students.
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade | Long Beach
Saturday, January 17: The parade kicks off at the intersection of MLK and Anaheim St., followed by a park celebration with performances, kid zone, food and merchandize vendors, and more. FREE!
Symphonies for Youth: Sensory Symphony | Walt Disney Concert Hall, LA
January 17 & 24: Experience a sensory-forward concert where kids feel sound through rhythm, light, and a 6,000-pipe organ.
The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac | The Wallis, Beverly Hills
January 17: Discover how zodiac animals earned their place through movement, music, and martial arts.
Family Fest: Lunar New Year | The Wallis, Beverly Hills
January 17: Enjoy lion and dragon dances, martial arts demos, and hands-on crafts celebrating the Year of the Horse. FREE!
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Celebration | Veterans Memorial Auditorium, Culver City
January 17: Celebrate MLK’s legacy with live performances, community exhibits, and a day of service-focused activities. FREE!
Swan Lake, Jr. at La Mirada Theatre
JANUARY 17: Introduce children to the magic of ballet and the story of Swan Lake in a reimagined way that kids can relate to! Designed for young audiences, this shortened and simplified adaptation of the classic fairy tale invites them to experience selected excerpts of Tchaikovsky’s famous composition and the beauty and diversity of dance.
MLK Jr. Concert | Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles
January 17: Don't miss the return of the Inner City Youth Orchestra of Los Angeles—the largest Black majority orchestra in the nation—performing their MLK Jr. tribute concert.
The Peking Acrobats | CSULB Carpenter Center, Long Beach
January 17: Marvel at gravity-defying stunts and centuries-old acrobatic artistry with The Peking Acrobats.
Slack Key Festival in Redondo Beach
JANUARY 18: Enjoy Hawaiian music, food, and shop island themed goods at the Island Marketplace.
Dancing in the Light: Healing with the Arts | Debbie Allen Dance Academy, LA
January 18: Take free dance classes, enjoy an aerial demo, and join a live sculpture talk at Debbie Allen Dance Academy’s MLK community celebration. FREE!
Kidical Mass Bike Ride | Bixby Knolls
January 18: Kidical Mass returns! Join us as we celebrate what “community” looks like and enjoy a fun neighborhood bike ride this Sunday, January 18.
LA Kites and Friends | Long Beach
January 18: Watch kites fill the sky and join a casual community fly-day with LA Kits and Friends. FREE!
CAAM Scavenger Hunt: King Day | California African American Museum, LA
January 18: Hunt for clues through CAAM’s galleries in a King Day–themed scavenger challenge, with prizes for the first teams to complete their boards. FREE!
January Sunset Sail with Los Angeles Maritime Institute
January 18: Sail the San Pedro Bay and watch the sunset from the deck of a tall ship. Sit back and relax or become part of the crew – your choice!
King Day 2026 | California African American Museum, LA
January 19: Honor Dr. King through music, hands-on art, and a community book drive at this daylong celebration of service and reflection. FREE!
MLK Jr. Day of Service: Outdoor Volunteer Day | White Point Nature Preserve, San Pedro
January 19: Help plant natives, clear trails, and restore wildlife habitat at White Point Nature Preserve for MLK Day of Service. FREE!
MLK Day Pizza Party with Skatedogs
JANUARY 19 - Kids, ages 5-13, will enjoy lessons, games, pizza, and prizes! Skaters should know the basic fundamentals for this event.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Ceremony | Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
January 19: Celebrate the legacy of Dr. King with comments by the Cerritos City Council, special guest speakers, a poetry presentation, and musical performances. Light refreshments will be served.
MLK Day Parade | Los Angeles
January 19: Celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King. FREE!
Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Pretend City Children’s Museum, Irvine
January 19: Celebrate MLK Day at Pretend City with hands-on activities and kid-friendly learning honoring Dr. King’s legacy.
Dog Man: The Musical | Long Beach Terrace Theater
January 22: Cheer on Dog Man as he battles cyborg fish, Beasty Buildings, and one very evil cat in this musical made for giggle-loving kids.
Free Family World of Magic & Wishes Event | The Shops at Mission Viejo
January 23: Make wands, get magical face paint, and enjoy a whimsical live magic show with Mr. Bear. FREE!
Festival of Human Abilities at the Aquarium of the Pacific
January 24-25: Join the Aquarium of the Pacific for its annual Festival of Human Abilities, a celebration highlighting the creative talents and abilities of people with disabilities.
Riverside Lunar Festival
January 24-25: The Riverside Lunar Festival offers a mix of cultural performances, including K-Pop and lion dances and carnival rides. Kids can engage in hands-on workshops like calligraphy, tea ceremonies, and Lunar New Year crafts, while families explore an artisan market and enjoy gourmet street food.
LAM Kids! Studio | Laguna Art Museum, Laguna Beach
Select days, January - March: Enjoy a sensory-friendly art session at 9am, and then another hands-on kids’ art workshop exploring museum galleries at 11am.
Meet Me in the Garden | The Huntington Library, San Marino
January 24: Explore sensory-based plant activities and Braille-inspired learning at this inclusive garden program.
History on the Flightline | Lyon Air Museum, Santa Ana
January 24: Explore historic warbirds, meet reenactors, and enjoy coffee on the museum flightline. Admission required.
Westerly School Open House | Long Beach
January 24: Tour the Westerly campus and experience their learning spaced during the school day! FREE!
Snow Day | City of Commerce Transportation Center
January 24: Play in real snow and enjoy sledding, treats, and music at this family winter event. FREE!
Astronaut Commemoration | Columbia Memorial Space, Downey
January 24: Come remember the astronauts of the Challenger, Columbia, and Apollo I, all of whom we lost on our trek to the stars. FREE!
Lunar New Year Celebration | Whittier Narrows Nature Center, South El Monte
January 24: Celebrate Lunar New Year with zodiac storytelling, lantern crafts, and festive snacks at this free family event. FREE!
MAUM: Lunar New Year Block Party | Los Angeles
January 24: Ring in the Year of the Horse with lion dances, fan dance, electric cello, live calligraphy, hanbok try-ons, Yutnori, Korean tea tasting, and hands-on craft stations for all ages. FREE!
ROAR! Neighborhood Market | The Hangar, Long Beach
January 24: Meet a live-action dinosaur, enjoy a free reptile show, and explore bilingual kids’ books at this dino-themed family market. FREE!
Weather Hunters ft. Al Roker | Natural History Museum, Los Angeles
January 24: Explore hands-on weather science, meet Weather Hunters characters, and catch special screenings with a Q&A featuring Al Roker.
Star Party | Madrona Marsh Preserve & Nature Center, Torrance
January 24: Explore the night sky with telescopes and hear the latest discoveries from the James Webb Space Telescope. FREE!
Classic Car Show for Kids | Jordan Family Classic Cars, Santa Ana
January 25: Enjoy a kids-only classic car show with music, games, face painting, and judging categories just for kids. FREE!
Family Concert: OC Youth Symphony | Soka Performing Arts Center, Aliso Viejo
January 25: Enjoy a free family concert with narrated music and hands-on lobby activities before showtime. 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!
