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Scavenger Hunt at California African American Museum
September 21: Solve clues in the galleries during a themed scavenger hunt.
Knott’s Spooky Farm in Buena Park
September 25 - October 31: Trick-or-treat through Ghost Town, join Snoopy’s costume party, and ride the Halloween Hootenanny log flume at Knott’s Spooky Farm, a daytime celebration made just for kids.
Fall Festival at the Westminster Civic Center Sunken Gardens
September 25-28: A weekend of family fun, including delicious food, exciting live entertainment, and carnival rides. FREE!
Movie Night: Moana 2 at USS Iowa in San Pedro
September 25: Watch Moana 2 on Battleship IOWA, snacks from Vicky’s Doghouse Café available.
Grand National Truck Show at Fairplex in Pomona
September 26-27: See classic and modern trucks compete for top awards.
Disney and Pixar’s Coco at El Capitan Theatre
September 26: See Coco on the big screen with live mariachi and dance.
Nights of the Jack in Calabasas
September 26 - November 1: Walk through an interactive trail filled with thousands of hand-carved, illuminated pumpkins. Vast grounds of elaborate, larger-than-life pumpkin installations greet visitors as they walk around the history-filled ranch.
Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach
Every Friday: Wild tales is offered every Friday and include an outdoor story time in the newly-renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in the classroom. FREE!
Free Entrance Day to National Parks
Come experience the national parks! Mark your calendar for these free entrance days in 2025!
Julian Autumn Jubilee in Santa Ysabel
September 20 - October 26: Enjoy hayrides, crafts, cider pressing, and live shows.
Family Hike at Black Star Canyon | Irvine Ranch Open Space
March–April (Saturdays): Take a guided 3–4 mile family hike along a flat canyon trail with wildlife spotting and interpretive stops. Registration may be required.
Ube Fest at the Cerritos of Performing Arts Center
September 27: Snack on purple ube treats, shop 70+ vendors, and enjoy live music. FREE.
Instrument Fair at PV Music House in Palos Verdes
September 13 & 27: Kids can test out band and orchestra instruments, from strings to brass, at this free hands-on music fair. FREE!
Opening Celebration at the Market Place in Tustin
September 27: Celebrate a new community space with food, music, and games.
Scout-O-Rama Community Event at Long Beach City College
September 27: Scout-O-Rama is a large community event open to the public. Enjoy a fun-filled day with free entertainment, games, activities, and leadership opportunities.
Puptoberfest in La Mirada
September 27: Bring your pup for adoptions, contests, food, and fun.
Wild About North American Natives at Wildlife Learning Center
September 27: Learn about native wildlife with animal talks and crafts.
Family Fun Day at Lomita Railroad Museum
September 27: Enjoy trains, crafts, food, vendors, and live entertainment.
OC Pride: Revolutionary Festival at the OC Fair and Event Center
September 27: March, dance, and celebrate unity with activities, speakers, and shows at OC Pride in Costa Mesa.
Mid-Autumn Festival at Asian Garden Mall in Westminster
September 27: Celebrate Tết Trung Thu with lanterns, food, and cultural performances. FREE!
Julian Autumn Jubilee in Santa Ysabel
September 20 - October 26: Enjoy hayrides, crafts, cider pressing, and live shows.
Events at Long Beach Public Libraries
Ongoing: Explore free events at Long Beach Public Libraries, including storytimes, workshops, book clubs, and hands-on activities for all ages!
Making Scents of the Ancient World: Pylos Perfume Workshop at the Getty Center
September 21 - January 10: In this free, drop-in, perfume-making workshop, you can create your own perfume inspired by an ancient recipe from Pylos, in southern Greece.
BMWs & Bretzels Cruise-In at Petersen Automotive Museum
September 28: See BMWs old and new with coffee and pretzels.
Community Day at Back Bay Science Center in Newport Beach
Sundays: Tour labs, touch sea creatures, wander the trails, and watch animal feeding during this free drop-in open house. FREE!
Academy Museum Anniversary Free Day 2025
September 28: Enjoy free museum admission with performances, crafts, and dance.
Rams Junior Cheerleaders Program
September 28: Young cheerleaders learn choreography from LA Rams Cheerleaders and perform at SoFi Stadium before the Rams game.
Barclay Block Party in Irvine
September 28: Enjoy family fun and live swing music at Irvine Barclay Theatre. FREE!
Family Concert: Dan Brown Wild Symphony
September 28: Enjoy a free family concert festival featuring Dan Brown's Wild Symphony! Experience Maestro Mouse and his animal friends come to life through orchestral music, narration, and whimsical visuals. Kids get in free!
Family Rave: Kandi Quest in Catch One Los Angeles
September 28: Dance, craft, and game together at Family Rave: Kandi Quest.
Family Sunday Funday at the Sherman Library & Gardens
September 14: Pack a picnic for family fun at the Gardens.
Spooktacular Golf at Camelot Golfland
October 1-31: Camelot Golfland transforms to a spooktacular attraction. Play mini golf amid festive lights and decorations.
Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach
October 3-5: A visual feast of exhilarating non-stop aerial action with the backdrop of one of California’s most beautiful beaches over 3 days. See performances by the USAF Thunderbirds, A-10 Demo Team and F22 Raptor Demo Team and many, many more.
Carved at Descanso Gardens
October 3-30: Be enchanted by luminous jack-o’- lanterns, fall foliage, and whimsical displays.
DCOM: Live! (Disney Channel Hits) at Irvine Barclay Theatre
October 3: Sing along to High School Musical, Camp Rock, and Cheetah Girls hits live.
Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach
Every Friday: Wild tales is offered every Friday and include an outdoor story time in the newly-renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in the classroom. FREE!
Movie in the Park: Lilo & Stitch in Corona Del Mar
October 3: Bring family, friends and neighbors out to Irvine Terrace Park to enjoy some fresh air, free popcorn, free candy, free activities, and a live screening of "Lilo and Stitch."
Julian Autumn Jubilee in Santa Ysabel
September 20 - October 26: Enjoy hayrides, crafts, cider pressing, and live shows.
Family Hike at Black Star Canyon | Irvine Ranch Open Space
March–April (Saturdays): Take a guided 3–4 mile family hike along a flat canyon trail with wildlife spotting and interpretive stops. Registration may be required.
Autumn Festival at San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Weekends, October 1-26: Celebrate the season with wildlife, special entertainment, and culinary comforts. Meet Robert the Zebra, Safari Parker, hoedown with not-so-scary scarecrows, enjoy live music, navigate through a maze, and more.
Pumpkin Palooza | Discovery Cube OC
Weekends, October 4–26: Discover spooky science, glowing slime, and eco-friendly fun at Discovery Cube’s Pumpkin Palooza, featuring a dance party with 20-foot DJ pumpkin Jack-o-Lynn.
HalGLOWeen at San Diego Zoo
Fridays–Sundays, October: Watch glowing acrobats, meet “spooky” animals, and dance to DJ beats at HalGLOWeen — the San Diego Zoo’s light-up Halloween celebration for the whole family.
Pumpkin Express at Pacific Southwest Railway Museum in Campo
October 4-26: Ride decorated vintage railcars through the San Diego back country, enjoy pumpkin decorating, outdoor pumpkin patch, and see a collection of haunted train cars.
The Tamagotchi USA Road Trip at Irvine Spectrum
October 4–5: Decorate Tama cases, snap pics with characters, and check out exclusive merch at the Tamagotchi Road Trip stop in Irvine. FREE!
Making Scents of the Ancient World: Pylos Perfume Workshop at the Getty Center
September 21 - January 10: In this free, drop-in, perfume-making workshop, you can create your own perfume inspired by an ancient recipe from Pylos, in southern Greece.
Enchanted Halloweekend at Discover Cube LA
Weekends, October 4 - November 2: Trick-or-treat, launch pumpkins, explore mazes, and solve a new escape room mystery at Discovery Cube LA.
Anatomy of a Skateboard at Hermosa Beach Museum
October 4: Explore skateboard art and construction over the decades then build your own miniature board.
Si Sabo Kids Fiesta at Pretend City in Irvine
October 4: Celebrate Hispanic culture with story time, music, and paletas at Pretend City’s Si Sabo Kids Fiesta.
Mid-Autumn Festival at Mt Sac College
October 4-5: Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with food, shopping, and live performances in Walnut.
Shōya House Rice Harvest at the Huntington Library in San Marino
October 4 & November 1: Bundle, tie, thresh, and winnow rice with garden experts; curator talks run all afternoon.
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!
