Bus Fest Long Beach

September 13: Check out buses, bikes, games, and giveaways at the first-ever Long Beach Bus Fest by the beach. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Granada Beach in Long Beach 5100 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA
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Cost:
Free

Boots on Main in Yorba Linda

September 13: Dance, shop, and enjoy live country music and food at Yorba Linda’s all-day Boots on Main festival. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Boots on Main Main St., Yorba Linda, CA
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Cost:
Free

Rosemead Moon Festival

September 13: Rosemead Moon Festival will encompass three city blocks for a massive street fair featuring live performances; it is familyfriendly & multicultural, with a festive celebration to bring in Moon Festival.

Dates:
Location:
Rosemead on Valley Blvd. (Between Ivar Ave. and Walnut Grove Ave.), Rosemead, CA
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Cost:
Free

Dino Fest at Natural History Museum

September 14: Spend the day with dinosaurs at NHM—see fossils, meet paleontologists, enjoy films, crafts, and dino-themed activities for the whole family.

Dates:
Location:
Natural History Museum 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

Spider Pavilion at Natural History Museum

September 14 - November 30: Walk among hundreds of orb weavers, see giant garden spider webs, and check out tarantulas, wolf spiders, and more.

Dates:
Location:
Natural History Museum 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
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Run, Walk, & Roll for Inclusion in Griffith Park

September 14: Come walk, roll, and run as to bring hope, inclusion, and interstellar joy to children of all abilities.

Dates:
Location:
Shane’s Inspiration Inclusive Playground / Griffith Park 4730 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
Free

East L.A. Mexican Independence Day Parade

September 14: Join thousands in East LA for the Mexican Independence Day Parade & Festival with food, culture, and tradition. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
East L.A. Mexican Independence Day Parade 1st St. & Mednik Ave., Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
Free

Family ArtMaking at LBMA Downtown in Long Beach

September 14: Join artist Angie Crabtree and the LBMA team for a free, all-ages artmaking session inspired by Garden of Eve. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
LBMA Downtown 356 E. 3rd St., Long Beach, CA
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Cost:
Free

Fiesta Latina at Great Park in Irvine

September 14: Enjoy music, food, and art at this Hispanic heritage celebration. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Great Park - City of Irvine 8000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine, CA
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Cost:
Free

Knott’s Scary Farm

September 18 - November 1: The fully transformed theme park features uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog and hiding in every corner of the park.

Dates:
Location:
Knott's Berry Farm 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park
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Los Angeles International Ukulele Festival in Torrance

September 19-21: The Marketplace is free and open to the public on Sept. 20, browse instruments, accessories, food vendors, Hawaiian-style shave ice, and more goodies. Nonstop ukulele music performances, unlimited workshop access, play-alongs, open mic, and more during the main festival event. Free for kids 12 and under.

Dates:
Location:
Torrance Cultural Arts Center 3330 Civic Center Dr., Torrance, CA
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Cost:
$60

Solvang Danish Days

September 19-21: Celebrate Danish culture with parades, pastries, music, and more.

Dates:
Location:
Solvang Visitor Center 1637 Copenhagen Drive, Solvang, CA
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Pasadena Greek Festival

September 19–21: Celebrate food, dance, and culture at Pasadena Greek Festival.

Dates:
Location:
Saint Anthony Greek Orthodox Church 778 S Rosemead Blvd, Pasadena, CA
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Cost:
$5 – $10

Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns | South Coast Botanic Garden

September 19–November 2: Stroll through glowing pumpkin displays, enjoy live entertainment, roast s’mores, and play in the Fun Zone at Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns.

Dates:
Location:
South Coast Botanic Garden 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula

Daniel Tiger at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum

September 19: Meet Daniel Tiger, join storytime, enjoy crafts, singalongs, and free book giveaways at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum.

Dates:
Location:
San Diego Model Railroad Museum 1649 El Prado, San Diego, CA
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Baja Splash Cultural Festival at Aquarium of the Pacific

September 20-21: Celebrate cultures from Mexico, Central and South America, and beyond with traditional dance, live music, educational programming in English and Spanish, and booths.

Dates:
Location:
Aquarium of the Pacific 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA

Vista Viking Festival

September 20-21: Step into Viking life with music, food, crafts, and combat.

Dates:
Location:
Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum 2040 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA
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Cost:
$5 – $27

Halloween Bash at Kidspace Children’s Museum

September 20 - October 31: March in costume parades, mix potions, bowl pumpkins, and create silly monsters at the Kidspace Halloween Bash in Pasadena, the cutest way to celebrate spooky season.

Dates:
Location:
Kidspace Children's Museum 480 North Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA
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RevTour Festival at Grand Park in DTLA

September 20: Dance, shop, and celebrate culture at Rev Tour Festival in DTLA.

Dates:
Location:
Gloria Molina Grand Park 200 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
$17.85

Heal the Bay presents L.A. County Coastal Cleanup Day

September 20: Join thousands of volunteers across Los Angeles to clean up beaches, parks, and neighborhoods while taking part in a statewide scavenger hunt with prizes. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Los Angeles County Los Angeles County, CA
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Cost:
Free

Pomona Children’s Festival

September 20: This Children's Festival offers fun activities for all ages, community sports sign ups, learning experiences, and much more.

Dates:
Location:
Ganesha Park Pool 1575 North White Ave., Pomona, CA
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Cost:
Free

Nikkei Children’s Book Festival at JANM in LA

September 20: Storytimes, activities, and a pop-up bookstore at the Nikkei Children’s Book Festival.

Dates:
Location:
Japanese American National Museum 100 N. Central Ave., Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
Free – $10

Train Festival at Union Station in Los Angeles

September 20–21: Celebrate trains with tours, exhibits, and family fun at Train Festival 2025. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Union Station Los Angeles 800 N Alameda St., Los Angeles
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Cost:
Free

Zero to Three Jamboree at the Autry Museum in Los Angeles

September 20: Celebrate LA’s littlest kids with crafts, games, food, a photo booth, and gift bags for the first 125 children. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Autry Museum of the American West 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
Free

Thai Fest at the Santa Monica Pier

September 20-21: A celebration of Thai culture featuring Muay Thai demonstrations, celebrity fighter appearances, and authentic Thai food. Enjoy traditional dance and shopping with Thai vendors. FREE!

Dates:
Location:
Santa Monica Pier 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica
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Cost:
Free

I Love Downey Festival

September 20: Enjoy live music, art, community booths, and festival fun.

Dates:
Location:
Downey Ave.
Cost:
Free

Glow Ride in Hermosa Beach

September 20: Light up Hermosa Beach with a night ride for a cause.

Dates:
Location:
Hermosa Beach Pier 1 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA
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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!


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