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Annual Cinco de Mayo Fiesta | Max Berg Plaza Park, San Clemente
May 2: Watch folklórico dancers, hear mariachi, enjoy inflatables, games, and treats at this festive Cinco celebration. FREE!
Movies Under the Stars: Sister Cities Celebration | Brea Civic & Cultural Center
May 2: Cultural performances, food, and a Totoro movie night under the stars. FREE!
Meet the Grunion – Fishtival | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
May 2: Hatch grunion eggs, touch tidepool animals, and head to the beach to watch a real grunion run.
Children’s Day | Japanese Friendship Garden, San Diego
May 3: Make koinobori, watch taiko and yosakoi performances, and enjoy Japanese treats in a garden setting.
A Day of Celebrating the Force | Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles
May 3: Meet R2-D2 & BB-8, make Star Wars crafts like porg puppets and origami, join a Grogu-themed science activity, and end the day with a screening of The Empire Strikes Back.
Chili Cook-Off, Car Show & Craft Brew Festival | Conejo Creek North, Thousand Oaks
May 3: Taste chili, see classic cars, enjoy live music, and explore a free kid zone with inflatables and games.
Children’s Day Festival | Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, Long Beach
May 3: Make crafts, hear live music, and explore a peaceful Japanese garden.
LEGO Star Wars Build Event | Barnes & Noble In-Store Event
May 3: Build a Star Wars LEGO set, take home your kit, and celebrate May the 4th early with a hands-on in-store experience.
Sensory-Friendly Sunday | Children’s Museum, La Habra
May 3: Explore the museum with reduced noise, dim lighting, and a calm, sensory-friendly environment.
Cinco De Mayo Fiesta | El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument
May 3: Enjoy mariachi, folklórico dancers, kids activities, and a guided history tour at El Pueblo. FREE!
NexGenLA Celebration: Family Fun Begins with the David Geffen Galleries | LACMA
May 3: Explore new LACMA galleries, make art, see taiko drumming, and watch Bob Baker puppets. FREE!
Touch A Truck Event | Rogers Park, Inglewood
May 3: Climb aboard fire trucks, police cars, and more with crafts, face painting, and food trucks. FREE!
Cinco de Mayo | Bowers Museum, Santa Ana
May 3: Watch mariachi, see folklórico dancers, make mini piñatas, and enjoy pan dulce at this festive celebration. FREE!
Kodomo no Hi (Children’s Day) Celebration | Isamu Noguchi Plaza, Los Angeles
May 3: Make crafts, see koinobori, add messages to hope flags, and explore Japanese traditions in Little Tokyo. FREE!
LEGO® Star Wars™ N-1 Starfighter™ Mini Build | Participating LEGO Stores
May 3: Build a LEGO Star Wars starfighter and take it home. FREE!
May the 4th Be With You: Community Celebration | SteelCraft, Garden Grove
May 3: Dress up for a Star Wars costume contest, enjoy live DJ music, food vendors, and photo ops with fellow fans. FREE!
Kids in the Preserve | Crown Valley Park, Laguna Niguel
May 3: Niguel Botanical Preserve hosts Kids in the Preserve from 1–3 p.m. at this free, 18-acre botanical garden in Laguna Niguel. Check the preserve's website for more information about the lineup. FREE!
May the 4th Be With You | Potocki Center for the Arts, Mission Viejo
May 4: Create Star Wars crafts in a covered outdoor classroom with all supplies included—just bring your imagination.
May the 4th: A Star Wars Celebration | Los Alamitos Rossmoor Library
May 4: Dress as a Jedi or Sith, enjoy hands-on Star Wars activities, and celebrate the Force with all supplies included. FREE!
After Hours at Griffith Observatory: Spaceballs | Griffith Observatory, LA
May 4: Watch Spaceballs, meet the 501st Legion, and explore the observatory at night.
The Mandalorian & Grogu: May the 4th IMAX Special Look Event | Participating Theaters
May 4: Watch 25+ minutes of new Mandalorian & Grogu footage in IMAX and grab a limited-edition poster.
Centennial Farm Discovery Days
September 30 - June 1: During a Discovery Day, “farmers” are stationed around the farm available to answer questions and provide information.
Storytime at the Barnyard | Tanaka Farms, irvine
April - May: Barnyard volunteers and staff will be reading farm-themed stories right by all our Barnyard friends. After storytime, visit the animals. Storytime lasts about 30 minutes and is geared towards children ages 1-5.
Free Day at The Huntington Library
EVERY FIRST THURSDAY: The first Thursday of every month is Free Day. Admission is free of charge with advance reservation.
LA County Fair | Fairplex, Pomona
May 7-31: The LA County Fair features over 60 carnival rides, 30 games, and kid zones. Plus, Stunt Dogs show, petting zoo, a roller skating rink, concert series, and more.
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!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Storytime at the Barnyard | Tanaka Farms, irvine
April - May: Barnyard volunteers and staff will be reading farm-themed stories right by all our Barnyard friends. After storytime, visit the animals. Storytime lasts about 30 minutes and is geared towards children ages 1-5.
Berries & Blooms Season | Mellano Farm Stand, Oceanside
March 28–May 10: Pick berries, explore flower fields, enjoy tractor rides, kids activities, and more.
The Invisible Boy | Segerstrom Center, Costa Mesa
May 9–10: Watch a high-spirited musical about Brian, a boy who's never noticed, and Justin, the new kid who changes everything. Based on Trudy Ludwig's children's classic, the show features fun songs and heartfelt humor about the power of kindness. Arrive an hour early for FREE pre-show activities, including a scavenger hunt, paper airplane station, drawing, and friendship bingo. Recommended for ages 5–10.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Sensory Friendly Saturdays | GRAMMY Museum, LA
2nd Saturdays: Explore the GRAMMY Museum in a calmer, sensory-friendly environment with softer lighting and reduced noise levels.
$5 Play Day | The Children’s Museum at La Habra
February - December: The Children's Museum at La Habra hosts its first $5 Play Day with full access to all exhibits. Ride the carousel, explore the Dino Garden, and hop aboard the historic train car.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Antique Aircraft Display Days at Fullerton Airport
2nd Sunday of the Month: Owners of classic aircrafts are invited to display their aircrafts and visitors are invited to view the displays.
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!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
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.
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
Water Festival | Santa Margarita Water District Headquarters
May 16: See birds of prey, touch a snake, build compost boxes, and try a zipline. FREE!
Robo-Bowl Jr. & TechFest
MAY 16: Join them on May 16 for the Robo-Bowl Jr. finale, featuring student showcases and interactive STEM booth activities for all ages. eRp! is for 4th and 5th grade students: their after-school robotics club inspires kids to experiment and grow their critical thinking, coding, and design skills through fun, hands-on STEM learning and robotics. This program is a team sport for the mind.
Discovery Zone | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Third Saturday: Explore a hands-on space where kids can touch feathers, match animal tracks, build food webs, and learn how wetlands support plants, animals, and people. Through simple science activities and real marsh artifacts, young explorers discover why protecting nature matters. FREE!
Centennial Farm Discovery Days
September 30 - June 1: During a Discovery Day, “farmers” are stationed around the farm available to answer questions and provide information.
Grunion Runs | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
April 3 – June 30: Watch grunion come ashore during a staff-led beach observation at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Each evening includes entry to the aquarium, a short film, a hatching experience, and a beach-side grunion watch.
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.
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!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Scottish Fest USA | OC Fair & Event Center, Costa Mesa
May 23–24: Hear pipe bands, watch Highland games, and explore Scottish culture.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
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