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Valentine’s Day | Pretend City, Irvine
February 14: Join Pretend City for a Very Special Valentine story time and making valentine gifts for a loved one.
Nature Club | White Point Nature Preserve, San Pedro
February 14: Learn about being a geologist and paleontologist while doing fun activities and crafts. FREE!
Lunar New Year | The District at Tustin Legacy
February 14: Enjoy lion dancing, martial arts demos, glitter tattoos, and crafts at this free family celebration, plus lucky red envelopes for early arrivals. FREE!
Pixel Hearts & LEGO Arts | International Printing Museum, Carson
February 14: Pixel Hearts & LEGO Arts at the International Printing Museum invites creative pairs to design and print retro-inspired pixel art using LEGO tiles and a letterpress. The 4-hour workshop includes all materials and costs $180 per pair.
Frogtown Heart Walk – Love + Art | Frogtown Arts, Los Angeles
February 14: Frogtown Arts presents a car-free Valentine's Day celebration along the LA River with over a dozen venues. Explore art exhibits, live music, craft vendors, food trucks, a treasure hunt, Valentine's card making, and kitten adoptions from noon to 5pm. FREE!
Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Love Notes | Gloria Molina Grand Park, Los Angeles
February 14: Gloria Molina Grand Park celebrates Valentine's Day with Love Notes, a free community celebration featuring custom tote bag printing, card-making, floral stations, classic cars, live DJ with radio-style dedications, sweet treats, local makers, and a drone light show finale. Text (213) 204-1666 to share dedications live during the event. FREE!
Valentine’s Day Parent’s Night Out | Columbia Memorial Space Center, Downey
February 14: Enjoy the night while the kids are taken care of at the Columbia Memorial Space Center. There will be plenty of fun games and activities as well as food.
Victorian Valentines Open House | Heritage Museum of Orange County, Santa Ana
February 15: The Heritage Museum of Orange County hosts a Victorian Valentines Open House with tours, parlor stories, a Harriet Tyler exhibit, art workshops, and gardening lessons from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Lunar New Year: Morning Car Club & Mornings Coffee | IKEA Costa Mesa
February 15: IKEA Costa Mesa hosts a free Lunar New Year Cars & Coffee event with Morning Car Club, live music, coffee, and a Lion Dance performance at 9:00 a.m. Registration through an IKEA Family account is required. FREE!
Bulldog Beauty Contest in Long Beach
February 15: During this fun, annual community event, hundreds of bulldog contestants gather to compete for coveted titles. Dogs will parade down a 60-foot red carpet runway, flanked by hundreds of gawkers and a panel of real-life beauty queen judges.
LA Wild Mushroom Fair | LA County Arboretum, Arcadia
February 15: Discover wild mushrooms, explore hands-on activities, and enjoy family-friendly workshops at the LA Wild Mushroom Fair.
Winter Corgi Nationals | Santa Anita Park, Arcadia
February 15: This family-friendly festival features a Corgi-centric vendor village, food, drinks, horse racing, and fun activities for all ages.
Family Bird Festival | California Botanic Garden, Claremont
February 15: Create bird crafts, join story time, and explore hands-on nature activities at a family-friendly bird festival filled with community science fun.
Lunar New Year at USC Pacific Asia Museum
February 15: Ring in the Year of the Snake with live performances, hands-on crafts, and tasty treats. Don’t miss the lion dancers, storytelling, and a special exhibition. FREE!
Origami Day Festival at Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden
February 16: Join the Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden at CSULB for a day of origami, crafts, music, and fun for all ages.
Valentine’s Sweets & Sips Festival | Belmont Shore, Long Beach
February 15: Belmont Shore celebrates Valentine's Day with dessert sampling from local bakeries and drink tastings along 2nd Street from 1-4 pm. Join the Sweetheart Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win $300 in gift cards, and watch the Homemade Chocolate Dessert Contest from 12-1 pm. $15-20.
Lunar New Year | One Colorado, Pasadena
February 15: Celebrate the Year of the Horse with live music, a traditional Lion Dance, and complimentary festive treats in The Courtyard. Guests who spend $75 or more at any One Colorado shop or restaurant can redeem a Lucky Red Envelope with a $5 gift card and special offers while supplies last.
Lunar New Year | LBX Hangar, Long Beach
February 15: Celebrate Lunar New Year with crafts, face painting, and a festive lion dance during this free community event at LBX.
Kinderkarneval | German School Campus, Huntington Beach
February 15: Enjoy music, games, costumes, and German carnival fun for kids at this free Kinderkarneval celebration. FREE!
Massing of the Colors 2026 | Forest Lawn Cemetery Hollywood Hills, Los Angeles
February 15: Sons of Liberty Chapter hosts a patriotic tribute honoring George Washington's birthday and the U.S. Armed Forces at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Watch color guards, ROTC units, and military displays, plus a Warbirds fly-by with missing man formation and ceremonial salutes. FREE!
Valentine’s Ahoy Me Hearties Sunset Sail | LA Maritime Institute, San Pedro
February 15: Sweep your sweetie off their feet on this special Sunset Sail celebrating the love of thee and the sea! Pirate attire not required but certainly encouraged. You are also welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy.
Annual Presidents’ Day Celebration | Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley
February 16: The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library hosts its Annual Presidents’ Day Celebration with crafts, storytelling, live music, and presidential look-alikes. Activities are free and open to the public, with museum admission required for exhibit access.
Presidents’ Day | Nixon Library, Yorba Linda
February 16: Presidents’ Day at the Richard Nixon Library features half-price admission, presidential reenactors, and access to the America 250 special exhibit. The museum is open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Mardi Gras | Original Farmers Market, Los Angeles
February 14–15 & 17: Mardi Gras 2026 returns to the Original Farmers Market with live Zydeco and New Orleans bands, the Mutti Gras Pet Parade & Costume Contest, and festive food including beignets, gumbo, and jambalaya. Celebrate all weekend and on Fat Tuesday.
Hello Kitty Meet & Greet | Hello Kitty Cafe, Irvine
February 17: Hello Kitty Cafe Irvine celebrates Lunar New Year with a meet and greet. Meet Hello Kitty and enjoy a themed photo-op. Try limited-edition treats including new Milk Tea Pudding and Lunar New Year Cookie.
Mardi Gras Cookie Crawl | LBX Hanger, Long Beach
February 17: Celebrate Mardi Gras with a cookie crawl, crafts, and entertainment. FREE!
Long Beach Expo, The Collectibles Show | Long Beach Convention Center
February 18-20: Find experts and enthusiasts in coin collecting, banknotes, sports memorabilia, trading cards, and even retro video games. Plus, free kids treasure hunt and stamp giveaways.
Art Days at the Japanese Garden | CSULB
Third Thursdays: Japanese Garden hosts self-led art evenings with monthly themes including Suminagashi (Japanese marbling) in February, pastel/crayon in April, and color pencil in May. Bring water-soluble art materials and create in the living museum setting. Registration opens 20 days in advance. $2.
Third Weekends at LACMA | Los Angeles County Museum of Art
February 19-22: LACMA's Third Weekends series features art workshops, gallery talks, meditation sessions, Andell Family Sundays, chess activities, fiber arts, and film screenings. Enjoy both free and ticketed programming throughout the weekend inspired by the museum's collection. Many events require RSVP.
Harlem Globetrotters: The 100 Year Tour | Intuit Dome, Inglewood
February 20: See the Harlem Globetrotters take over Intuit Dome with trick shots, dunks, and family-friendly fun on their 100 Year Tour.
Prehistoric Fight Nights | Natural History Museum, Los Angeles
February 20–21: Prehistoric Fight Nights brings two evenings of dinosaur and Ice Age debates to the Natural History Museum. Ted Rechlin joins experts from NHM and La Brea Tar Pits to determine the ultimate prehistoric champions. Explore fossil displays, interactive activities, and a post-program book signing.
Pokémon GO Tour: Kalos – Los Angeles | Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena
February 28 - March 1: Explore themed habitats, exclusive raids, and special research during Pokémon GO Tour: Kalos. Ticket required.
Cinderella: A Salsa Fairy Tale | South Coast Repertory, Costa Mesa
February 20–March 8: Cinderella: A Salsa Fairy Tale brings a bilingual basketball twist to the classic story. Cenicienta and Rosa compete for a spot in the Super Dooper Eastern Western Division Basketball Game in this salsa- and hip-hop-filled musical. Recommended for ages 4+.
Nerf Night | Ultimate Ninjas, Anaheim
February 20: Ultimate Ninjas Anaheim hosts a two-hour Nerf Night with games and obstacle course challenges.
Drop-in Workshop for Families: Animation inspired by Ponyo | Academy Museum, Los Angeles
February 7, 14, and 21: Academy Museum hosts a stop-motion animation workshop inspired by the film Ponyo. Families create their own animations depicting stories of friendship. Workshops are free with general admission on a first-come, first-served basis. Museum admission is free for youths ages 17 and under. FREE!
Lunar New Year at L.A. Zoo
February 21–22: Enjoy cultural dances, calligraphy, crafts, animal feedings, and a Year of the Horse photo op during the Zoo’s Lunar New Year celebration.
Monster Jam | Angel Stadium, Anaheim
February 21-22: Monster Jam brings massive truck action to Angel Stadium with racing and freestyle competitions. Add Pit Party experiences to see trucks up close and meet drivers. Saturday show at 4:30 pm, Sunday at 2:30 pm. All ages 2 and up need tickets.
Repticon | OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa
February 21–22: Repticon Costa Mesa brings a two-day reptile and exotic animal expo to the OC Fair & Event Center. See live animals from around the world and shop pets and pet products directly from expert vendors.
Chinese New Year Festival at The Huntington Library
Feb. 21–22: Kids can enjoy lion dancers, mask-changing performances, martial arts demos, and hands-on crafts as The Huntington celebrates the Year of the Horse.
Lunar New Year at Santa Anita Park
February 21-22: Experience authentic Chinese cultural shows, musical acts, food, and more. Plus, get a chance to win $5,000 from the Wealth Tree.
Lunar New Year at San Diego Zoo
February 21-22: Celebrate Lunar New Year at the San Diego Zoo with wildlife encounters, cultural crafts, and special activities for all ages.
Hare and Tortoise at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
FEBRUARY 21-22: Meet two competing friends in this fantastic adaptation of Aesop’s classic fable. Hare is ready to race, but Tortoise has many things to do before it’s the right time. And time moves so slowly! Brimming with charming characters, live music and singing, and wonderful physicality, Tutti Frutti brings you this much-loved story about opposites and friendship.
PAW Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure | Peacock Theater, LA
February 21–22: PAW Patrol Live! A Mighty Adventure brings Chase, Marshall, Skye, and the Mighty Pups to the stage for an action-packed show. Watch the pups stop supervillain Victoria Vance and save Adventure City’s biggest street party. VIP Meet & Greet packages are available.
Archaeology & Hands-On History | Skirball Cultural Center, LA
February 21: Kids can dig for artifacts and explore hands-on history as Skirball’s archaeology and anthropology programs return.
Family Art Workshop: Multi-Colored Bubbles & Silly Faces | Angels Gate Cultural Center, San Pedro
February 21: Create expressive faces using watercolor and simple shapes at this free Family Art Workshop for all ages. FREE!
African-American Festival | Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
February 21–22: The Aquarium of the Pacific hosts its annual African American Festival with music, dance, storytelling, and historical displays. Enjoy live performances throughout the day in the Honda Blue Cavern and Pacific Visions Theater. Festival admission is free with general Aquarium admission.
Tết Parade | Westminster
February 21: Celebrate the Lunar New Year and the vibrant Vietnamese-American community at the Westminster Tet Parade in Little Saigon. FREE!
Kids’ Pet Parade | Historic Town Center Park, San Juan Capistrano
February 21: Kids and their pets can join the parade.
Lunar New Year Celebration | Manhattan Village, Manhattan Beach
February 21: Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a Lion Dance, crafts, and live calligraphy in The Plaza at Manhattan Village. FREE!
Black History Festival | Pasadena
February 21: Pasadena's 44th Annual Black History Festival celebrates community culture at Robinson Park with youth performances, live entertainment, a classic car show, food trucks, and community resource booths from 10 am to 3 pm. Grand Marshal Walt Butler, a local sports legend, will be honored. 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!
