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Disney’s Strange World at Cayton Children’s Museum
FEBRUARY 17-20: For one weekend only, Cayton Children's Museum will be reimagined as Disney's Strange World. Jump in the ball pit, explore the "Splat" room with slime, navigate through immersive rooms, and learn more about the new film.
Grace for President Live on Stage at La Mirada Theatre
FEBRUARY 18: Based on the best-selling book! When Grace’s teacher reveals that the United States has never had a female president, Grace asks “Where are the girls?” as her third-grade teacher rolls out a poster of all 44 U.S. presidents. Frustrated by the lack of female faces in the White House, Grace decides she wants to be the first female president. Recommended for ages 5+.
Harlem Globetrotters in Anaheim
FEBRUARY 18: Your favorite Globetrotter stars are bringing out their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and a non-stop LOL good time.
Bubble Run in Pomona
FEBRUARY 18: Be showered with colorful, fluffy, foam, as you navigate through four colorful bubble cannon stations. Walk, run, and dance your way through this family-friendly 5k course.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid at Rose Center Theater in Westminster
FEBRUARY 18 - MARCH 5: With stunning visuals, catchy songs, and a heartwarming story, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a must-see for friends and families of all ages.
Hansel & Gretel: A Family Musical at Theatre West in Los Angeles
SATURDAYS, FEB 18 - JUN 3: A happy, fun and interactive musical that’s ideal entertainment for kids (ages 3-9) and their families. The kids in the audience will even have a chance to learn a dance number and be part of the story!
Lunar Festival at Long Beach City College
FEBRUARY 18: Family-friendly festivities include lion dance, traditional lantern riddles, kids lantern parade, live entertainment, art show, kids activities, and more.
Civil War Living Historian at Irvine Regional Park
FEBRUARY 19: Come chat with a Civil War living historian at the cannon in Irvine Regional Park. The volunteer will share the history of the 1853 Howitzer cannon and how it came to be at its current location.
Kiddle Karoo at Soka Performing Arts Cente
FEBRUARY 19: Kiddle Karoo’s musical puppet shows and kid’s concerts are a unique combination of live performers and muppet-style puppets.
The Lightning Thief: TYA Edition at La Mirada Theatre
FEBRUARY 24: When teenager Percy Jackson discovers he’s a demigod, he and his friends embark on an epic journey to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods. This dynamic musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling book, The Lightning Thief, features an exciting rock score. Recommended Ages: Grades 2 through 6.
Family Musical Mornings: The Great Outdoors with Pacific Symphony
FEBRUARY 25: Experience the sweeping sounds of the great outdoors brought to life in the concert hall when Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra joins forces with Pacific Symphony for this side-by-side performance.
Engineers Week Celebration at Columbia Memorial Space Center
FEBRUARY 25: Panel discussion with experts from The Aerospace Corporation, NASA, writer and producer of the film Asteroid Hunters, and hands-on activities all afternoon.
Black History Month Festival in Santa Ana
FEBRUARY 25: Visit various educational exhibits, support local vendors, and enjoy live performances.
Kids Workshop: Zines at Hammer Museum
FEBRUARY 26: In this workshop, participants become zinesters! Making zines together, they will create their own paper-folded zine booklet of writing and creative collage—art in the palm of their hand.
Meet the Music Family Day at The Wallis
FEBRUARY 26: Explore classical instrumental music with free interactive activities including an instrument petting zoo, instrument demonstrations, musical games, and Baroque concerts.
International Cultural Festival at Cypress College
FEBRUARY 28: World dance, fashion show, live music, poetry, cooking demos, free food samples, face painting, Chinese calligraphy, plus an astronomy telescope observation.
The Flower Fields in Carlsbad
MARCH 1 - MAY 14: Stroll through 50 acres of giant, colorful ranunculus flowers. Enjoy attractions like bird aviaries, greenhouse, maze, and more. Plus, special activity days including Kids Day, Holi Festival, and more.
Maya: The Exhibition at California Science Center
APRIL 2 - JANUARY 15: Through priceless artifacts and hands-on exhibits, discover how the ancient Maya built and sustained complex cities in the heart of the rainforest.
Paw Patrol Live! in Long Beach
MARCH 4-5: X barks the spot in PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure”! It’s Pirate Day in Adventure Bay, and Mayor Goodway is getting ready for a big celebration!
Somos Amigos – Bilingual Concert at Segerstrom
MARCH 4-5: Join Mexican songstress, Sonia De Los Santos, and Americana folk duo, The Okee Dokee Brothers for a bilingual program for kids that include songs that span the musical traditions of North America.
Sesame Place 1st Birthday
MARCH 4-31: The month-long celebration features fun and festive birthday decorations, birthday-themed entertainment, dance parties, pop-up character performances, the Sesame Street Party Parade, stage shows, and more.
Kids Workshop: Pinball at Home Depot
MARCH 4: Join your local Home Depot store the first Saturday of every month from 9am - noon for a free, in-person Kids Workshop. This month, make a Pinball game. Register your spot online.
Ducks Day at the OC Zoo
MARCH 4: Wear your Ducks gear to get free entry into the OC Zoo! Meet and take photos with an Anaheim Ducks Alumni player. Watch animal demonstrations and receive fun giveaway items.
Drones Day at Columbia Memorial Space Center
MARCH 4: Watch drones fly and race, participate in drone-based activities, learn how to fly a drone, spectate a drone soccer games, learn about the engineering design process, and more.
Family Festival: Nubia at the Getty Villa
MARCH 4-5: Discover the rich traditions of Nubian culture in this free, interactive festival for all ages. Immerse yourself in the sounds and dance of the region and create your own amulets and jewelry.
Twinkle Time at La Mirada Theatre
MARCH 5: Twinkle, the award-winning bilingual children’s music phenomenon presents her pop/rock/hip-hop concert Twinkle Time! Described as “Lady Gaga for kids,” Twinkle breaks barriers with both her music and positive messages that teach kids to celebrate their uniqueness. Recommended for children ages 4 & up.
Cinderella: The True Story in Los Angeles
SUNDAYS, MARCH 5 - APRIL 2: The story of the kind-hearted Cinderella who fights for a world where everyone, from tailors to kings, learns that bigger isn't always better and that being kind and sharing what we can with others is what makes us truly rich.
Shiloh – Family Flicks at the Hammer Museum
MARCH 5: Catch a movie screening of Shiloh at the Hammer Museum.
Girl’s Day at CSULB Japanese Garden
MARCH 5: Girl's Day or "Doll Festival" is celebrated every March 3 in Japan to pray for the health and happiness of young girls in Japan.
Open Houses at Fairmont Schools
SELECT DATES, MARCH 7-21: Learn about the Fairmont academic programs, co-curricular and extracurricular opportunities. Plus, speak to representatives from their summer camp and summer school programs.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast at Cypress College
MARCH 10-12 & 17-19: The Cypress College Theatre Department presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast at the Campus Theatre.
Vet Academy at Pennypickle’s Workshop in Temecula
MAY 10: Learn to speak dog and cat, what helps make animals happy and much more. Grab your favorite stuffed animal, your stethoscope and lab coat, and prepare for an exciting animal adventure.
Kids & Cops Bowling in Lakewood
MARCH 10: Kids (ages 5-17) can bowl alongside deputy sheriffs and Community Safety Officers who serve the City of Lakewood and enjoy free pizza. Lakewood residents only.
Canceled Minions: Rise of Gru – Movie Night Under the Stars in Lakewood
MARCH 10: Bring the entire family and enjoy an evening of free family fun and movie screening of Minions: Rise of Gru at Palms Park in Lakewood.
Easter Bunny HOP! in Los Angeles
MARCH 11 - APRIL 2: Join the Easter Bunny & Ester to find all their bunny friends from Peter Rabbit to Little Bunny FooFoo as they search for the lost eggs and save Easter!
Public Fish Dissection with Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
MARCH 11: Join the Education Team to investigate the internal and external anatomy of fish through a dissection demonstration.
Tanaka Farms 25 Year Celebration
MARCH 11: Bring your quarters and celebrate Tanaka Farms' 25th year at University Drive. Enjoy 25¢ entry, 25¢ tractor-pulled wagon rides, 25¢ games, 25¢ arts and crafts, 25¢ items at the Tanaka Grill, and 25% off everything in the produce market stand!
St. Pawdy Day Parade in Long Beach
MARCH 11: Doggy parade, free vaccine clinic, plus shopping, food trucks, Celtic music, animal communicator, pet first aid and CPR training, adoptable pets, and Aquarium of the Pacific on wheels!
Grand Opening: Ultimate Ninjas in Anaheim
MARCH 11: Ultimate Ninjas will celebrate the grand opening of its new Anaheim Hills gym with a free, public event. Enjoy free open gym and try iconic obstacles!
Poppies Collage – Parent & Me Painting Class at Sherman Gardens
MARCH 11: Join local artist Erna Van Dyk as she teaches you how to use watercolor marker pens to create a poppy collage. Grandparents and favorite adults are welcome too! No experience is necessary.
Family Day: Asian American Experience in California at The Huntington
MARCH 11: Discover Asian American culture and traditions through musical performances, interactive dance demonstrations, multi-lingual storytime, and art-making in this free event for families.
Festival de la Primavera in Los Angeles
MARCH 12: A cultural and family event where guests can enjoy the colors of the state of Oaxaca through music, traditional dances, gastronomy, and crafts.
Doing Science with Friends at Pennypickle’s Workshop
MARCH 15: Bring your stuffed animal, doll, action figures, or other friends (including human ones) for a fun science adventure with cool experiments and surprises at Pennypickle's Workshop.
Shanghai Sonatas: A New Musical in Concert at The Wallis
MARCH 16-18: Shanghai Sonatas is a pioneering new musical that combines musical theatre, live classical music and visual art while telling the story of Jewish refugee musicians finding sanctuary in Shanghai in the 1940s.
Moms & Dads & Kids Dance in Long Beach
MARCH 17: A special, semi-formal evening for fathers, daughters, moms, and sons of all ages complete with decorations, refreshments, and wholesome music.
Stratford School Open House
MARCH 18: Discover Stratford School — where their advanced and intentionally balanced curriculum inspires children to become creative problem-solvers, imaginative innovators, and confident leaders. Meet campus leadership, teachers and staff, and explore Stratford's enriched educational program.
Family Musical Mornings: Walt Disney Concert with Pacific Symphony
MARCH 18: Explore Disney Animation's latest stories through film clips and scores performed live by a symphony orchestra. Experience music from Moana, Frozen, Big Hero 6, and Tangled.
Ugly Duckling at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
MARCH 18-19: Meet the most unusual duckling the pond has ever seen! Tutti frutti brings to life Hans Christian Andersen’s well-known tale with a variety of characters, inventive physicality, and live music and songs that quack and trill.
ESPNLA Pickleball Madness in Fountain Valley
MARCH 18: Cheer for your favorite host, get pickleball demos and lessons, Kid's Zone, beer garden, complimentary food and drinks, live entertainment, NCAA tournament watch party, and more!
Community Celebration at Lazy Acres Long Beach
MARCH 18: Free sampling throughout the store, games and giveaways, plus an in-store Bee Scavenger Hunt for kids with a free cookie upon completion.
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