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Sparkling Watercolor Creations at Bower’s Museum in Santa Ana
March 16: Make your own art inspired by the colorful flowers and playful animals in The Eternal Garden: Titanium Art by Aka Chen.
Holi: Festival of Color at Carlsbad Flower Fields
March 16: A vibrant Holi celebration with music, dancing, food vendors, and color throwing at The Flower Fields!
Purim Celebration in Long Beach
March 16: Celebrate Purim at the Alpert Jewish Community Center with music, bounce houses, games, prizes, sing-along and more.
Joyful Celebration of Holi in Artesia
March 16: Enjoy music, color throwing, and festive fun at this lively Holi celebration.
Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Day at SCCM in Pasadena
March 16: Meet Gabby from Gabby’s Dollhouse at this magical event featuring open play, themed crafts, and unforgettable moments.
Summer Camp Fest at Sports Basement OC
March 16: Meet local camp providers, enjoy kids’ crafts, enter giveaways, and get discounts on summer gear at this family-friendly summer camp fest!
International Peace & Diversity Festival & Concert in Long Beach
March 16: Celebrate music, culture, and community at this free, family-friendly festival featuring live performances, crafts, and treats. Enjoy a diverse lineup of performances.
Kiddle Karoo’s Monster House Party at Soka Performing Arts Center
March 16: A high-energy musical puppet show filled with catchy songs, comedy, and interactive fun. Kids sing, laugh, and join in on the playful antics of rock and roll monsters!
LAZERDOME- Mousical Movie Magic at OCC Planetarium
March 18: A laser light show featuring songs from The Lion King, Star Wars, Encanto, Frozen, Moana, and more.
Game Night at Sports Basement in Long Beach
March 19: A monthly game night featuring trivia, puzzle challenges, board games, prizes, and free snacks. Family-friendly and open to all!
El Otro Oz at La Mirada Theatre
March 20-21: A bilingual musical blending The Wizard of Oz with Latin music as Dora navigates tradition, self-expression, and a magical journey.
LAZERDOME – Taylor Swift: Party Playlist at OCC Planetarium
March 21: A laser light show featuring Taylor Swift’s biggest hits, including Love Story, Anti-Hero, and Shake It Off.
Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon: The Super Live at The Music Center in LA
March 22: A 2.5D musical adaptation of Sailor Moon with live performances, dynamic choreography, and an immersive anime-inspired stage experience!
The Venice Fest in Venice Beach
March 22: Shop local artists, enjoy live entertainment, hands-on workshops, and great food during this community festival.
Elmo’s Eggstravaganza at Sesame Place San Diego
March 22 - April 20: Join Sesame Place for an Easter Celebration. Take photos with the Easter bunny, participate in a scavenger hunt, and enjoy a Bunny Hop dance party.
The Magic of Jen Kramer at the Carpenter Center in Long Beach
March 22: Experience award-winning magician Jen Kramer as she brings mind-blowing illusions, sleight of hand, and jaw-dropping fun for all ages.
Rivian Kids Craft Session in Irvine
March 22: Enjoy storytelling and “stained glass” art project using contact paper, spring colors, and natural elements.
Celebrating 65 Years at Neff Park in La Mirada
March 22: Celebrate La Mirada’s 65th anniversary with historic tours, exhibits, a craft fair, food vendors, and family fun at Neff Park!
Neighbor to Neighbor Spring Kickoff Event in Long Beach
March 22: Celebrate community and connection at the Neighborhood Spring Kickoff with arts, crafts, games, and family-friendly activities—free for all to enjoy!
Girls in STEM Day at La Brea Tar Pits in LA
March 22: Girls in STEM Day invites girls ages 8-18 to explore hands-on STEM activities, meet professionals, and enjoy live music, exhibits, and inspiring talks at this interactive celebration of science and innovation!
Summer Camp Fest at Sports Basement in Long Beach
March 22: Meet local camp providers, enjoy kids’ crafts, enter giveaways, and get discounts on summer gear at this family-friendly summer camp fest!
Mermaid Month at Ventura Harbor
March 22: Meet mermaids, enjoy live music, dance parties, and ocean-themed activities at the Mermaid Festival! Free admission, with select experiences available for a fee.
Omnium Circus presents I’m Possible at La Mirada Theatre
March 23: A thrilling, inclusive circus experience featuring breathtaking performances, diverse talent, and family-friendly fun!
Fairest One of All Tea at The Cookie Element in Yorba Linda
March 26: Enjoy snacks, treat making, and a special guest appearance. Princess attire is encouraged!
Into the Woods Musical at the Carpenter Center in Long Beach
March 28 - April 13: A darker twist on classic fairy tales in this PG-13 musical exploring wishes, consequences, and storytelling.
Fancy Nancy the Musical at Chance Theater
March 28 - April 13: Bring the family and watch as Fancy Nancy and her friends Bree, Rhonda, Wanda, and Lionel get ready to perform in their very first show.
International Children’s Festival at Aquarium of the Pacific
March 29-30: A special festival celebrating the amazing talents of children of many cultures, this festival features cultural presentations and performances by children.
Holi on the Beach in Redondo Beach
March 29-30: A vibrant beachside Holi celebration with Bollywood DJs, color play, food vendors, and complimentary drinks from Sprite. All ages welcome!
Easter Egg-stravaganza at MainPlace in Santa Ana
March 29: Enjoy face painting, crafts, treats, a bunny dance party, and a scavenger hunt at this festive Easter celebration!
Skatedogs Spring-Break Camp – Irvine
MARCH 31 - APRIL 4: Make new friends, advance your skills, play games, and most importantly, have fun! From games, competitions & prizes to quarter pipes, launch ramps, fun boxes, rails, and other fun obstacles Skatedogs will work with your individual skill level to ensure you have fun and help you be the best skateboarder you can be! Ages 5-13.
Earth Day Presentation at OC Public Libraries
April 1-22: Enjoy activities and demonstrations with OC Waste & Recycling. Earth Day Kits are available at all branches *while supplies last.
Lil’ Chef April Spring Break Camp, Workshop, Parent’s Night Out
April 2025: A fun, exciting atmosphere for kids to develop hands-on skills and techniques in the kitchen. Spring Break Camp, Workshops, and Parent's Night Out.
April Events at Pretend City Children’s Museum in Irvine
April 2025: Join Pretend City this month for plenty of fun events like Kidstock Music Festival (4/16-4/19, 4/23-4/27), Good to Go Fair (4/5), Cooking in the City (4/10), STEM Up to the Challenge (4/12), World Dolphin’s Day Celebration (4/13), and more.
iLUMINATE at Cerritos Center of the Performing Arts
April 1: Go on a mesmerizing journey with iLuminate, a groundbreaking spectacle where technology and dance intertwine! As the lights dim, dancers adorned in custom LED suits transport you to another dimension, delivering dynamic routines and illusions set to an eclectic musical backdrop from rock to pop to hip-hop.
Sawdust Festival Spring Fling in Laguna Beach
April 4-6: Shop handcrafted art by local artisans and experience live music, complimentary festival classes, art demos, and more.
Monster Truck Wars & Ride Alongs in the City of Industry
April 5: Monster Truck Wars puts on America's wildest monster truck show. Kids can also be part of the action by participating in their own Powerwheels Race (bring your own Powerwheel) or get the chance to ride in a real monster truck.
Santa Ana Family Game Night with LA Clippers at Intuit Dome
April 5: Santa Ana residents can cheer on the LA Clippers with your teen through the Teen Excursion Program—includes tickets for up to four family members!
The Paper Escaper at The Wallis in Beverly Hills
April 5: A puppet’s journey to escape a pop-up book and follow their dreams—full of heart, humor, and friendship.
Bunka-Sai Japanese Cultural Festival in Torrance
April 5-6: Enjoy Japanese cultural performances, Bonsai and Ikebana demos, kids’ art, hands-on origami and calligraphy, games, food, and Asian-themed crafts for sale.
Spring Carnival at Santa Anita Park
April 5-6: Two days of rides, inflatables, games, crafts, pony rides, face painting, and more.
Renaissance Pleasure Faire in Irwindale
April 5 - May 18: Step out of the modern world and join a different time in history. Dress up and join the festivities including plays, music, magic, skills of glassblowing and blacksmithing, jousting, and activities like archery and axe throwing.
Easter Wonderland Tea Party at 2nd & PCH in Long Beach
April 5: Enjoy a morning tea party with the Easter Wonderland special characters and the Easter Bunny. Come Tea-Party ready and enjoy a special experience and menu from the Noble Bird Rotisserie.
Pet Expo in Brea
April 5: Check out pet products and services, educational opportunities, K-9 demonstrations, and the chance to adopt a new family member from local rescues and shelters.
Downey Unified Mariachi Music Festival
April 5: Join Downey Unified School District for a vibrant day of live mariachi performances, Folklorico dancers, and cultural celebrations at the Mariachi Music Festival! Enjoy incredible talent from students across Southern California, plus delicious eats from local food trucks. Don’t miss this free, family-friendly event!
Family Fest at The Wallis in Beverly Hills
April 5: A free day of family fun with live music, puppetry, interactive performances, and a ticketed puppet show (The Paper Escaper).
Spring Harvest Festival at Tanaka Farms
Weekends, thru April 20: Join in for Spring and Easter inspired food, games, and activities.
Spring Fest: Open House in Santa Ana
April 5: The city of Santa Ana is having their annual Spring Fest at the El Salvador Community Center, learn about their recreation classes, programs, and resources. There will be activities, food trucks, kid zone, scavenger hunt, raffle prizes, and more. Pre-register to receive additional raffle tickets.
Egg-A-Pool-Looza in Irvine
April 5: Throw on your swimsuits and celebrate spring with a poolside egg hunt, Easter bunny photos, bounce houses, family splash time, spring crafts and games, and face painting.
Art is Education Festival in Long Beach
April 5: A community-wide showcase demonstrating the power of learning through arts. Each Spring children and families have the opportunity to share their process that are expressed in works of art.
Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival at Bowers Museum
April 6: Celebrate spring with Japanese dance, taiko drumming, candy sculpting, art projects, and mochi samples.
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!
