Leprechaun Hunt at The Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo

SATURDAY, MARCH 12: Bring the “wee-ones” out for a morning in pursuit of the mischievous Irish faery - the Leprechaun. Learn about the Irish history of Rancho Mission Viejo, play games, make and take a St. Patrick's day themed craft, and go on a search for a leprechaun.

Dates:
Location:
The Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo 28811 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Cost:
$5

Outdoor STEM Fun at Rancho Los Cerritos

SATURDAY, MARCH 12: Join Shared Science at Rancho Los Cerritos to learn which types of food were produced at the Rancho, how to make your own butter, explore food preservation techniques, and more.

Dates:
Location:
Rancho Los Cerritos 4600 Virginia Road, Long Beach, CA
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Cost:
$12

Morning for Families at Rancho Los Alamitos

MARCH 12: Bring  the  entire  family  to  explore  the  environment  and  connect  with  nature.  Uncover  the  history  of  water  on  the  hilltop,  engage  in  an  interactive story time, and create a recycled craft project to take home.

Dates:
Location:
Rancho Los Alamitos 6400 East Bixby Hill Road, Long Beach, CA
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Earth Walk in Lakewood

MARCH 12: Children and adults will learn what they can do to help keep the earth beautiful and protected as they enjoy a nature walk lead by a knowledgeable guide. They will visit stations along the trail to get their passport stamped with specialty Earth Walk stamps. Completed passports earn participants a special Earth Walk gift. Free.

Dates:
Location:
Monte Verde Park - Lakewood 4626 North Shadeway, Lakewood, CA
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Mars in March at Columbia Memorial Space Center in Downey

SATURDAY, MARCH 12: Build and launch your own rocket and design your own Mars rover. Participate in fun Mars-related activities and enjoy visits from special guests.

Dates:
Location:
Columbia Memorial Space Center 12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA
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City of Cypress Lexington Park Grand Opening

SATURDAY, MARCH 12: The City of Cypress is excited to announce its new park. The grand opening ceremony will have food trucks games, giveaways, and concert.

Dates:
Location:
Lexington Park - Cypress Cerritos Ave. & Lexington Drive, Cypress, CA
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Story Pirates at The Wiltern

SUNDAY, MARCH 13: The Story Pirates are live on stage, featuring songs you love, personalities you know, ideas you provided, and pies thrown directly in the face of Pirates! Kids are encouraged to bring in stories that may be adapted live by the Story Pirates.

Dates:
Location:
The Wiltern 3790 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles
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Dinosaur World Live in Anaheim

SUNDAY, MARCH 13: See life-life dinosaurs in this interactive show for the family. After the show, get a chance to meet a dinosaur friend.

Dates:
Location:
City National Grove of Anaheim 2200 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim
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Cost:
$25 – $35

Toddler Treks: Spring into Green at Irvine Regional Park

MARCH 15: Spring is just around the corner and what better time to enjoy all things green! Wear your favorite green clothes and join this fun St. Patrick’s Day program in the park! This fun program is for ages 2 – 6 years. 

Dates:
Location:
Irvine Regional Park 1 Irvine Park Road, Irvine
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Cirque du Soleil OVO at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles

MARCH 17 - MAY 1, 2022: The show plunges the audience into the hidden universe alive at our feet; an ecosystem teeming with life and unseen beings - insects that work, eat, crawl, flutter, feast, fight and court among each other in an ongoing explosion of energy and movement.

Location:
Microsoft Theater 777 Chick Hearn Court, Los Angeles
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St. Patrick’s Day Hilltop Luncheon at Tanaka Farms

MARCH 19: Enjoy food and views of the farm while kids run and play on the lawn. For St. Patrick's Day, enjoy corned beef, bangers, fire-grilled chicken, cabbage, carrots, Irish soda bread, and lots more.

Dates:
Location:
Tanaka Farms 5380 3/4 University Drive, Irvine
Cost:
$39 – $59

Anniversary Celebration at Orange Coast College Planetarium

SATURDAY, MARCH 19: Take part in fun family friendly activities including free planetarium exhibits, science exhibits, demonstrations of rovers, rockets and drones, and special workshops with OCC alumni and fashion icon Paul Frank.

Dates:
Location:
Orange Coast College - Planetarium 2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA
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Cost:
Free

Norwuz Iranian New Year at UCLA

SUNDAY, MARCH 20: Celebrate Norwuz with musical performances, children's activities, arts and crafts, traditional musicians, stilt walker, and much more.

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Location:
UCLA Dickson Court 10745 Dickson Court, Los Angeles
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Cost:
Free

Baby & Kids Consignment Sale

MARCH 20-23: Find quality baby and kids gear, accessories. toys, clothes, books, outdoor play, etc. all in one place over four days! With an online format, shoppers can shop 24 hours a day during the event from the comfort of their own home, car, beach, vacation, bed, etc., Goodies are picked up curbside in Tustin when the event is over!

Dates:
Location:
Up Up and Away Kids Consignment Sale 79 Technology Dr. W, Irvine, CA
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Tall Ship Sail at Ocean Institute

TUESDAY, MARCH 22 & 28: Discover California from the perspective of an early tall ship explorer. Join the crew to help raise sail, handle lines, and steer the ship, or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy sailing the seas during sunset aboard a tall ship.

Dates:
Tall Ship Sail at Ocean Institute
Location:
Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA
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Cost:
$40 – $60

Tall Ship Tour at Ocean Institute

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23: Go on a dock side educational tour of the Exy and Irvine Johnson tall ships. Tours are happening every 15 minutes.

Dates:
Location:
Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA
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Cost:
$5 – $10

Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live in Anaheim

THURSDAY, MARCH 24: In this whimsical, family-friendly theatrical event, Daniel Tiger and his family and friends take audiences on an interactive and exciting adventure to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe. The show is filled with music, dancing, and wonderful surprises.

Dates:
Location:
City National Grove of Anaheim 2200 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim
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Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live in Los Angeles

SATURDAY, MARCH 26: In this whimsical, family-friendly theatrical event, Daniel Tiger and his family and friends take audiences on an interactive and exciting adventure to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe. The show is filled with music, dancing, and wonderful surprises.

Dates:
Location:
The Orpheum Theatre 842 S. Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
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Sheep Shearing Day at Tanaka Farms

SATURDAY, MARCH 26: Learn about sheep shearing and wool fiber arts. Visitors get to watch wool get spun into yarn.

Dates:
Location:
Tanaka Farms 5380 3/4 University Drive, Irvine
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Long Beach County Fair – First Fridays in Bixby Knolls

FRIDAY, APRIL 1: Enjoy a fun night with fair food, drinks, harvest competitions, live music, and more. Festivities at local businesses include corn hole games and prizes, face painting, and Easter Bunny meet and greet.

Dates:
Location:
Bixby Knolls Atlantic Ave. (between San Antonio & 36th), Long Beach, CA
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Daddy Daughter Date Night in Lakewood

FRIDAY, ARPIL 1: Enjoy a semi-formal affair featuring a fabulous dinner followed by an evening of dancing. There will be contests throughout the evening, including the crowning of a king and princess!

Dates:
Location:
The Centre in Lakewood 5000 Clark Ave., Lakewood, CA
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Disney’s Encanto at 2ND & PCH

FRIDAY, ARPIL 1: Enjoy a sunset screening of Disney's Encanto and pre-show entertainment with special guest, Mirabel, from 6:30-7:30pm.

Dates:
Location:
2nd & PCH 6400 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach
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Cost:
Free

April Events at Pretend City Children’s Museum

Embracing Autism Month (April 1), Kidstock (April 4-15), Baby Steps: Babystock (April 10), Easter (April 16), Earth Day (April 22), Ramadan (April 23), Arbor Day (April 29), National Super Hero Celebration (April 30).

Dates:
Location:
Pretend City Children's Museum 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA
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City of STEM Kickoff Festival in Downey

SATURDAY, APRIL 2: Meet science celebrities, explore wilderness and wildlife conservation, imagine an engineering design challenge, enjoy live entertainment, food trucks, and more.

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Location:
Columbia Memorial Space Center 12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA
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Cost:
Free

Spring Around the World in Irvine

SATURDAY, APRIL 2: A celebration of springtime cultural holidays and traditions with a wide variety of multicultural food options, interactive and educational spring activities, live performances, and art exhibitions.

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

All Stars Inclusive Play Event in Van Nuys

SATURDAY, APRIL 2: Experience a sports-themed inclusive play date at the Beilenson/Lake Balboa playground in Van Nuys. Rock gear from your favorite sports team, try youth and adaptive sports activities, enjoy refreshments, and more.

Dates:
Location:
Beilenson / Lake Balboa Playground 6300 Balboa Blvd., Van Nuys, CA
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Cost:
Free

Garden Grove Open Streets

SATURDAY, APRIL 2: Garden Grove streets turn car-free to walk, bike, and ride! Stroll your way through an afternoon of free activities including Lucha Libre wrestling arena, Ferris wheel, rock wall, touch-a-truck expo, outdoor archery, bike helmet giveaways, and lots more!

Dates:
Location:
Garden Grove City Hall 11222 Acacia Pkwy, Garden Grove, CA
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Cost:
Free

Blippi the Musical in Anaheim

SUNDAY, APRIL 3: See Blippi in his newest adventure, Blippi the Musical! Have fun singing, dancing, and meeting amazing new friends live on stage.

Dates:
Location:
City National Grove of Anaheim 2200 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim
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Lil’ Chef School Mini Spring Break Camp

APRIL 5-7: Lil’ Chef School has a Cooking Day Camp available while Irvine Schools & CUSD are celebrating Spring Break. 

Dates:
Location:
Lil' Chef School 15435 Jeffrey Road, #132, Irvine
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Cost:
$297

Circus Caballero at Del Amo Fashion Center

MARCH 31 - APRIL 10: The circus is back in town! See talented acrobats, brilliant dancers, motorcyclists, and more!

Dates:
Location:
Del Amo Fashion Center 3525 Carson St., Torrance
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Top Gun Movie Night on USS Midway Flight Deck

FRIDAY, APRIL 8: Calling all Top Gun movie fans! Don't miss a very special showing of this famous classic high-flying action film on the flight deck of the USS Midway. Tickets on sale March 23rd.

Dates:
Location:
USS Midway Museum 910 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
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City of Hawaiian Gardens Anniversary Carnival

APRIL 8-10: Celebrate the City of Hawaiian Gardens with carnival rides, live music, special performances, food, and games.

Dates:
Location:
Fedde Sports Complex 21409 Elaine Ave., Hawaiian Gardens, 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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