All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Water Lantern Festival | Hansen Dam Aquatic Center, Lake View Terrace
April 18: Watch glowing lanterns light up the water in a peaceful evening event. Families can create memories and enjoy a beautiful nighttime experience.
Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival | Bowers Museum, Santa Ana
April 19: Enjoy taiko drumming, dance, and cherry blossom crafts. Kids can make art, watch bonsai demos, and try a cherry pie treat. FREE!
Dinosaur World Live | Irvine Barclay Theatre
April 19: Watch life-like dinosaurs come to life on stage in this interactive show and meet a dinosaur after the performance.
Touch-A-Truck™ | Westfield Fashion Square, Sherman Oaks
April 19: Climb aboard trucks, meet local heroes, and enjoy hands-on fun. Kids can ride trains, explore vehicles, and play all day.
Touch-A-Truck™ | Westfield Fashion Square, Sherman Oaks
April 19: Explore fire trucks, construction vehicles, and hands-on play zones. Kids can meet local heroes and take photos with Paw Patrol characters.
Avocado Festival in Fallbook
April 19: Celebrate all things avocado with food, contests, and festival fun. Kids can race in the Avo 500 and explore hands-on activities. FREE!
Earth Day Celebration | Wilmington Waterfront Promenade
April 19: Enjoy live entertainment, a birds of prey show, and waterfront fun. Kids can do crafts, get face painting, and explore eco activities. FREE!
Palisades Earth Day & VegFest | Palisades Village Green, Pacific Palisades
April 19: Explore eco booths, native plants, and vegan eats at this community Earth Day fest. Kids can enjoy activities, face painting, and fun surprises. FREE!
Wildlife Wonders | Sherman Library & Gardens, Corona del Mar
April 19: Meet birds of prey, zoo animals, and wildlife experts in the gardens. Kids can create owl crafts and explore hands-on nature activities.
KPOP Guardians Live Show | Carson Event Center
April 20: Watch a live K-pop tribute with choreography, costumes, and concert-style performances.
Surf ‘N’ Science Night | International Surfing Museum, Huntington Beach
April 21: Explore ocean science with hands-on booths and exhibits. Kids can learn about sharks, surfing, and coastal conservation. FREE!
Vans Jack’s Surfboards Pro | Huntington Beach
April 22-26: Catch pro surfers, beach vibes, and 50+ vendors at this surf competition. Families can enjoy food, activities, and a lively coastal festival. FREE!
WOW Festival | UC San Diego, La Jolla
April 23–26: Explore immersive art, interactive performances, and walk-through installations across campus. FREE-ish!
Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures | Long Beach Arena
April 23–26: Watch Mickey and friends skate through magical Disney adventures. Kids can see favorite characters, music, and stories come to life on ice.
Universal Fan Fest Nights | Universal Studios Hollywood
Select nights, April 23–May 16: Step into Harry Potter, ONE PIECE, Nintendo, and more with immersive shows, themed food, cosplay, and after-hours park access.
Mothing Night | Fairview Park, Costa Mesa
April 24: Explore bugs after dark with lights and live observation. Kids can discover moths and help document local biodiversity.
Climate Dance Party | Birch Aquarium at Scripps, La Jolla
April 24: Dance to DJs, explore the aquarium at night, and meet a climate author.
New Owner | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa
April 25-26: Watch a story of love, loss, and new beginnings unfold through a blend of puppetry, live-action, and animation. Performances are paired with a pet adoption and treat drive, giving families a chance to meet adoptable dogs and support a local shelter.
Celebration of the Young Child | Billie Jean King Main Library & Lincoln Park, Long Beach
April 25: Enjoy performances like Cambodian dance, storytime, sensory play, and free kid screenings. FREE!
Panda Fest | Waterfront Park, San Diego
April 25-26: Explore over 300 Asian street food options at this large outdoor festival. Live performances like K-pop and traditional acts throughout the day as well as marketplace, live demonstrations, and 15-foot inflatable panda.
Earth Day Teen Climate Fest | Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
April 25–26: Explore a giant Earth globe, see teen-led exhibits, and learn how to help the planet.
Bluey & Bingo Meet & Greet | Check N’ Play, Brea Mall
April 25: Meet Bluey and Bingo, snap photos, and enjoy a special character experience.
Pet Adoption Expo | Mile Square Park, Fountain Valley
April 26: Find pet products, live demos, and adoptable animals at this pawsome expo.
12th Annual Arts & Literacy Festival | Virginia Avenue Park, Santa Monica
April 25: Collect stamps for a free book, enjoy storytime, and create puppets in the Pollinator Play Lab. FREE!
Day at the Rocks | Vasquez Rocks Natural Area, Agua Dulce
April 25: Enjoy storytelling, hikes, crafts, and cultural activities outdoors. FREE!
Whale of a Day Festival | Point Vicente Interpretive Center, Rancho Palos Verdes
April 25: Celebrate the Pacific Gray whale migration at this free, cliff-side festival on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Watch for whales, tour the Point Vicente Lighthouse and Interpretive Center, and enjoy kids' games, crafts, inflatables, face painting, live music, and food trucks. FREE!
Riverside Insect Fair | Main Library, Riverside
April 25: Explore the world of insects at this free, family-friendly fair featuring cockroach races, a bug collection workshop, storytime, art, and 50+ vendors. FREE!
Keep It Green, Keep It Clean Earth Day Celebration | Roundhouse Aquarium, Manhattan Beach
April 25: Spot dolphins, race plankton, and explore ocean-themed activities. FREE!
Fiber Arts Festival & Shearing Day | Hana Field, Costa Mesa
April 25: Watch sheep shearing and explore fiber arts demos and crafts.
Nature Festival | Madrona Marsh Nature Center & Preserve, Torrance
April 25: Go on bug tours, see puppet shows, and make seed balls at this nature fest. FREE!
Long Beach Pet Fair | Long Beach Exchange – The Hangar, Long Beach
April 25: Meet adoptable pets, shop vendors, and enjoy a pet-friendly day.
OC Día del Niño Festival | Hunt Branch Library & Event Center, Fullerton
April 25: Enjoy live music, performances from Twinkle Time, Kiddle Karoo and more. Explore 25+ hands-on art workshops like piñata making and painting for kids. FREE!
A Tribute to Dairy Valley | Cerritos Civic Center, Cerritos
April 25: Celebrate a public art dedication that honors Cerritos' agricultural roots with farm animals and kids activities. FREE!
Día de los Niños, Día de los Libros | Main Library Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana
April 25: Enjoy live performances, music, magic, and family activities. FREE!
Festival of Nations & Parade | Central Park & Walker Street, La Palma
April 25: Watch a parade, enjoy rides, games, and cultural performances. FREE!
Youth Day in the LBC | Long Beach City Hall, Long Beach
April 25: Hear Mayor Rex, try a branding workshop, and explore youth resources and activities. FREE!
Orange County Arts & Disability Festival | MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana
April 25: See live performances, explore art exhibits, and see Dani Bowman from Love on the Spectrum as MC. FREE!
Long Beach Cambodian Heritage Celebration | 2nd & PCH, Long Beach
April 25: Experience Cambodian dance, music, food, and cultural activities. FREE!
Pedal for the Planet Playdate | ROW DTLA, Los Angeles
April 25: Ride bikes through ROW, make crafts, see butterflies, and build your own binoculars. FREE-ish!
Spring Fest | Chinese American Museum, LA
April 25: Enjoy cultural performances, crafts, and family activities like paper lanterns and jade magnets celebrating AAPI heritage. FREE!
Día de los Niños Celebration | Ontario Town Square
April 25: Enjoy folklórico dance, books, crafts, and games for families.
SFS Art Fest | Heritage Park, Santa Fe Springs
April 25: Explore art, live music, food, workshops, and a drone show. FREE!
Spring Fling & Fireworks Spectacular | Cerritos Sports Complex
April 25: Enjoy live music, dance, food trucks, and a fireworks finale. FREE!
Irvine Nights: Be Like Blippi Tour | Great Park Live, Irvine
April 25: Sing, dance, and explore with Blippi and Meekah live on stage.
Cambodian Culture Show | CSULB
April 25: Celebrate Khmer culture at the Annual Cambodian Culture Show with traditional and modern Khmer dance performances, live music, Kun Khmer kickboxing, and a Khmer fashion showcase.
Orcas: Our Shared Future (Opening Day) | Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
April 26: See life-size orcas, immersive exhibits, and Indigenous art displays.
Earthchella Clean Up | Elysian Park, Los Angeles
April 26: Clean up the park, enjoy games, grab food, and connect with community. FREE!
CicLAvia—West LA | Santa Monica Blvd & Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles
April 26: Bike, skate, walk, and explore car-free streets across West LA. FREE!
City of STEM Festival & LA Maker Faire | Exposition Park South Lawn, Los Angeles
April 26: Explore SoCal’s largest science festival with hands-on exhibits, demos, and maker experiences. Kids can build, experiment, and meet real creators. FREE!
Holland Festival (Dutch King’s Day Celebration) | P.O.A. Gemmrig Park, Long Beach
April 26: Eat Dutch treats, shop crafts, enjoy music, and browse a kids flea market.
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!
