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Santa at the Museum | Lomita Railroad Museum, Lomita

December 13: Visit Santa at the Lomita Railroad Museum and enjoy kids crafts, hot chocolate, face painting, balloon animals, and the new Santa's Village.

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Location:
Lomita Railroad Museum 2137 W. 250th St., Lomita, CA
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Cost:
$40

Discovery Days | Centennial Farm, Costa Mesa

September 30, 2026 – June 1, 2027: Explore the farm on an unguided tour, plant a radish seed to take home, and learn about chicks, rabbits, and seasonal crops. Visit pigs, goats, sheep, cattle, and poultry along the way.

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Location:
Centennial Farm 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa
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Cost:
Free

Sandy Cane Lane | Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica

December 17: Celebrate Sandy Cane Lane at the Santa Monica Pier with Santa photos, live music, a festive sand sculpture, decorated cars, crafts, puppets, storytime, and more.

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Location:
Santa Monica Pier 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica
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Capistrano Lights: Mission in Lights

DECEMBER 18-30: As Mission San Juan Capistrano celebrates 250 years of history, Capistrano Lights: Mission in Lights will offer a chance to experience that legacy in a completely new light. The debut of The Story of the Mission: In Sound and Light will add an unforgettable new chapter to a beloved holiday tradition. One that will invite visitors to gather, celebrate and connect with the Mission’s remarkable story.

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Location:
Mission San Juan Capistrano 26801 Ortega Hwy., San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Nat at Night | San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego

Sep 19, Oct 16, Nov 20, Dec 18: Explore exhibitions and the rooftop deck at the San Diego Natural History Museum at night on select Fridays, open until 11 PM. The whole family is welcome — grab dinner in the Atrium or on the rooftop and explore until bedtime. Admission is half-price after 5 PM.

Dates:
Nat at Night | San Diego Natural History Museum, San Diego
Location:
San Diego Natural History Museum Balboa Park, 1788 El Prado, San Diego, CA
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Free Miniature Train Rides at Fairview Park in Costa Mesa

THIRD WEEKEND OF EVERY MONTH: The Orange County Model Engineers offer public ride days every third full weekend of each month. To ride the trains, children must be able to walk and be at least 31" tall. A typical trip takes about 12 minutes and covers two loops of the park.

Dates:
Free Miniature Train Rides at Fairview Park in Costa Mesa
Location:
Fairview Park - Costa Mesa 2501 Placentia Ave., Costa Mesa, CA
Cost:
Free

Yuletide Cinemaland | Heritage Square Museum, Los Angeles

Nov 28 - Dec 23: Celebrate the season with holiday movies under the stars, Victorian home tours, food trucks, vendors, Santa appearances, and festive photo ops at Heritage Square Museum.

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Location:
Heritage Square Museum 3800 Homer St., Los Angeles, CA
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Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet at La Mirada Theatre

DECEMBER 20: Experience the largest Nutcracker production in North America — a breathtaking holiday spectacle featuring world-class international dancers, gravity-defying acrobatics, magnificent costumes, and towering puppets.

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Location:
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada, CA
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Walt Disney’s Carolwood Barn Public Day | Griffith Park, Los Angeles

Monthly, Every Third Sunday: Tour Walt Disney's original home workshop and explore displays of backyard railroad history, an operating Mine Train Through Nature's Wonderland model, and restored railroad cars. FREE!

Dates:
Walt Disney’s Carolwood Barn Public Day | Griffith Park, Los Angeles
Location:
Walt Disney's Carolwood Barn 5202 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
Free

Long Beach Offers Free Winter Fun Days!

DECEMBER 21-31: Ages 5 to 12 can participate in free Winter Fun Days program, taking place weekdays December 21-31. Available at 18 park locations throughout Long Beach, Winter Fun Days keeps youth connected and engaged during the school break by providing a welcoming and engaging environment to participate in a variety of fun activities. This is a non-custodial program where registered participants may come and go at their own discretion and staff will be onsite to lead activities.

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Lowe’s Kids Workshops

MyLowe’s Rewards Kids Workshops are free, hands-on DIY experiences designed just for kids. Feb 21: Birdhouse / Mar 21: Lawn Mower / Apr 18: Terrarium / May 16: Garden Basket / Jun 13: Trophy Cup / Jul 18: Mini Toy Box / Sep 12: Haunted House / Oct 17: Firefighting Plane / Nov 14: Holiday Engine / Dec 12: Holiday Trolley Car / Jan 16, 2027: Winter Play Lodge

Dates:
Lowe’s Kids Workshops
Location:
Lowe's Locations CA
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Cost:
Free

Discovery Days | Centennial Farm, Costa Mesa

September 30, 2026 – June 1, 2027: Explore the farm on an unguided tour, plant a radish seed to take home, and learn about chicks, rabbits, and seasonal crops. Visit pigs, goats, sheep, cattle, and poultry along the way.

Dates:
Location:
Centennial Farm 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa
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Cost:
Free

Discovery Days | Centennial Farm, Costa Mesa

September 30, 2026 – June 1, 2027: Explore the farm on an unguided tour, plant a radish seed to take home, and learn about chicks, rabbits, and seasonal crops. Visit pigs, goats, sheep, cattle, and poultry along the way.

Dates:
Location:
Centennial Farm 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa
+ Google Map
Cost:
Free

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