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DodgerFest | Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles
January 31: Enjoy games, live music, player meet-and-greets, and a Dodgers memorabilia fundraiser supporting community programs. FREE!
Miyawaki Forest | Gloria Molina Grand Park, Los Angeles
January 31: Explore the groundbreaking of L.A.’s first urban Miyawaki Forest with cultural performances and hands-on workshops. FREE!
Children’s Day Celebration | Ability First Educational Center, Long Beach
January 31: Enjoy free crafts, activities, and toy giveaways at a family celebration full of hands-on fun. FREE!
Koreatown Lunar Night Market | Los Angeles
January 31: Enjoy lion dancing, Korean drumming, AAPI vendors, and a chance to snag a $15 food voucher at this lively Lunar Night Market. FREE!
Lunar New Year Celebration at The Shops in Santa Anita
February 1-28: Explore a golden horse display, cherry blossoms, and weekend lion dances at this month-long Lunar New Year installation.
Family Science Sunday | Marine Mammal Care Center, San Pedro
Sundays: Hands-on marine science workshops let kids explore rescue techniques, ocean animals, dissections, climate science, and more at this free MMCC family program. FREE!
San Diego Museum Month — Half-Off Admission to 70+ Museums
FEBRUARY 1-28: Enjoy half-off admission to more than 80 museums, gardens, aquariums, historic sites, nature and wildlife centers, state parks and more! It's the region's biggest month-long celebration of arts, culture, history, science, nature, and so much more.
Lunar New Year Celebration | Casa Romantica, San Clemente
February 1: Enjoy free admission to Casa Romantica with lion dance, festive crafts, and activities celebrating the traditions of Lunar New Year. Lucky red envelopes will be given out to the first 100 attendees.
Whale Fiesta | Cabrillo Aquarium, San Pedro
February 1: Celebrate the migration of the Pacific gray whale and the beginning of the whale watch season. It's a family day filled with activities and exhibits for all including games, arts and crafts, puppet shows, expert guest lecturers, and festive music.
Family Flicks Series | Hammer Museum, LA
February - April: The Secret Life of Pets, Feb 1 | Inside Out, March 22 | Singin' in the Rain, April 12. FREE!
Lunar New Year Festival | Bowers Museum, Santa Ana
February 1: Celebrate Lunar New Year with a Dragon Dance, crafts, face painting, and treats at this free family festival. FREE!
Family Style Dance Class | Glendale Central Library
February 1: Join a fun family dance class with warm-ups, games, and group choreography for kids and their grownups.
Valentine’s Kids Club | 2nd & PCH, Long Beach
February 3: Dance with Clubhouse Characters, make Valentine crafts, and enjoy a festive morning of hugs and photo ops. FREE!
STOMP: The International Sensation | Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
February 4-5: Watch the international sensation STOMP: an explosive mix of percussion, movement, and comedy. Transforming everyday objects into a high-energy spectacle that's thrilled millions of fans worldwide.
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.
Valentine Heart Frames – A Family Workshop | AMOCA, Pomona
February 7: AMOCA hosts a Valentine workshop to craft heart-shaped frames for favorite polaroid photos. Print photos on-site while supplies last or bring your own small photo. All materials provided. Registration includes museum admission. $15 per person ($10 for youth under 12, Pomona residents, or members). Preregistration required.
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.
First & Third Saturday: Caboose Classi | Southern California Railway Museum, Perris
February 7: Southern California Railway Museum hosts the Caboose Classic featuring historic cabooses with premium seating for all guests. Explore rail exhibits, play lawn games, participate in a scavenger hunt, and create crafts at the Maker Station. First Saturday features free admission; ride tickets required for train operations. FREEish!
First Fridays: 20th Anniversary Season | Natural History Museum, LA
February–May: Explore NHM after hours with live music, science pop-ups, cocktails, and expert-led talks as First Fridays celebrates 20 years of nighttime museum adventures. Upcoming themes include Feb 6 – Life at the Human Scale, March 6 – Life at the City Scale, April 3 – Life at the Planetary Scale, and May 1 – Life at the Cosmic Scale.
Marinelli Bros. Circus | MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana
February 6-15: Marinelli Bros. Circus brings its 2025 production to MainPlace Mall with a two-hour family show under the Big Top. Watch jaw-dropping stunts, soaring aerialists, and world-class performers. Tickets range from $15 to $55, with kids under 2 entering free.
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!
Fun Fridays Market: Sweetheart Night! | Lakewood Center, Lakewood
February 6: Lakewood Center hosts its Fun Fridays Market with a Sweetheart Night theme. Shop from over 70 vendors and enjoy food from 15+ vendors while a live DJ plays. Couples and families can get free caricatures, and kids can make DIY Valentine's cards. FREE!
Black History Month Kick-Off Celebration | African American Cultural Center of Long Beach
February 6: Long Beach Public Library kicks off Black History Month with "For the Culture" at the African American Cultural Center. Enjoy cultural programming, local vendors with artist-made goods, and interactive art experiences celebrating Black artists and their role in storytelling. FREE!
Lunar New Year Festival | Lacy Park, San Marino
February 7: Enjoy cultural performances, community activities, and festive fun during this free Lunar New Year celebration in San Marino. FREE!
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.
Western Valentine: Family Fun Day | The Autry, Griffith Park
February 7: The Autry in Griffith Park celebrates Valentine's Day with western-themed crafts and activities in the Family Play Space. Create Valentine cards, complete a Pony Express scavenger hunt, and make mailbags while supplies last. Free with museum admission.
Discovery Cube Impact Event | Huntington Beach Wetlands Conservancy
February 7: Discovery Cube hosts an Impact Event at the Huntington Beach Wetlands Conservancy with hands-on conservation activities. Participate in wetlands conservation work (ages 8+) or harvest and plant seeds in the nursery (all ages). Two shifts available: 9:00 AM-11:30 AM or 12:30 PM-3:00 PM.
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!
Seeds of Resilience: Barrio Americano Opening Weekend | Rancho Los Cerritos, Long Beach
February 7-8: Rancho Los Cerritos opens "Seeds of Resilience: Barrio Americano," centering Mexican American histories in Long Beach. Saturday's opening celebration features crafts, children's activities, historic adobe tours, and coffee and pastries inspired by sobremesa. Extended hours Sunday. RSVP recommended.
Lunar New Year Festival Market | 99 Ranch Market, Rowland Heights
February 7-8: 99 Ranch Market Rowland Heights celebrates Lunar New Year with a festive weekend market. Watch a lion dance performance, play games, and see traditional Chinese sugar painting demonstrations. Kids can enjoy arts and crafts activities. Catch a K-Pop Demon Hunters: HUNTRIX performance and meet and greet, plus free demos and tastings. FREE!
15th Street Block Party | Paramount Studios Backlot, Los Angeles
February 7-8: Fifteen Percent Pledge hosts the 15th Street Block Party at the Paramount Backlot. Shop from more than 100 Black-owned brands, enjoy food from local vendors, and watch live performances and DJ sets. The event celebrates Black excellence and supports the mission to dedicate 15% of shelf space to Black-owned brands.
Orange County Black History Parade & Unity Festival | Downtown Anaheim
February 7: Orange County Heritage Council presents the 46th annual Orange County Black History Parade & Unity Festival in downtown Anaheim. The parade starts at 10am followed by a street fair at noon with live music, food vendors, and dancing. The event honors African American contributions in celebration of Black History Month. FREE!
Ellemercito Learning Community Open House | Downey
February 7: Ellemercito Learning Community hosts an Open House in Downey for families interested in their hybrid homeschool program for grades 3-12. Tour the campus, meet guides and community partners, and hear from current students and parents. Refreshments provided. FREE!
Lunar New Year Festival in Fountain Valley
February 7: Celebrate the Year of the Horse with a day of games, crafts, and cultural activities honoring the traditions of Lunar New Year. Learn about its history through interactive experiences while enjoying a festive community atmosphere.
Year of the Horse Celebration | NIHAO Chinese Preschool, Santa Ana
February 7: NIHAO Chinese Preschool-Costa Mesa celebrates the Year of the Horse with traditional games, crafts, and cultural activities. Enjoy interactive stations like Prize Wheel, Fortune Draw, and Blessing Wall, plus hands-on crafts including herbal sachet making and fan decorating. Bounce House available for kids. FREE!
Cubebotics Weekends | Discovery Cube Orange County, Santa Ana
Weekends, February–March: Explore hands-on robotics challenges and interactive tech play during Cubebotics Weekends at Discovery Cube.
Lunar New Year Celebration | Westminster Library
February 7: Enjoy lion dancing, drum performances, crafts, and lucky red envelopes at this festive Lunar New Year celebration. FREE!
Lunar New Year Craft Celebration | Tanaka Farms, Irvine
February 7–8: Make a Lunar New Year craft and visit the barnyard horses at Tanaka Farms.
LA Galaxy Star Squad Visit | The Enclave, Torrance
February 7: The Enclave hosts the LA Galaxy Star Squad for a family-friendly event. Play games, take photos, and enter raffles for prizes. The LA Galaxy Star Squad brings giveaways and fun activities.
Lincoln Memorial Shrine Open House | Redlands
February 7: Experience live reenactments, cannon demonstrations, and historical exhibits at the Lincoln Memorial Shrine Open House. FREE!
Festival of Friendship | Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
February 7: The Festival of Friendship is a vibrant event showcasing the unique traditions, music, and dances that make Cerritos a culturally rich and inclusive city. FREE!
Lunar New Year Festival | Great Park Live, Irvine
February 7: Experience the inaugural Lunar New Year Festival with a parade, lion dances, cultural performances, food vendors, and a family zone at Great Park Live.
Lucky Lunar Fest | Macy’s South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa
February 7: ACE NextGen partners with Macy's for its 2nd Annual Lucky Lunar Fest celebrating the Year of the Horse. Explore The Lunar Gallery exhibition, create wishes at the arts and crafts station, watch traditional performances including lion dance, and enter a raffle giveaway. FREE!
Tết Lunar New Year Festival | Centennial Park, Santa Ana
February 7: Enjoy lion and dragon dancing, áo dài fashion displays, drumming, kids’ activities, and a fireworks show at this free cultural celebration. FREE!
Family Science Sunday | Marine Mammal Care Center, San Pedro
Sundays: Hands-on marine science workshops let kids explore rescue techniques, ocean animals, dissections, climate science, and more at this free MMCC family program. FREE!
Benito Bowl: Super Bowl Pre-Game Party | SteelCraft, Bellflower
February 8: SteelCraft Bellflower hosts Benito Bowl, a Bad Bunny-style Super Bowl watch party. Enjoy Bad Bunny Paint & Sip, balloon artist, face painting, and DJ. Watch the Puppy Bowl and Super Bowl on TVs. Dress your dog as Bad Bunny for a free pup cup. FREE!
$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.
Lucky Cat & Friends Lunar New Year Market | Anaheim
February 8: Takumi Alley hosts "Lucky Cat and Friends" featuring over 25 artists and makers. Help Lucky Cat find his lost lucky coin through a free story scavenger hunt, collect stamps, complete red envelope activities, and enjoy live music by the 818 String Quartet. FREE!
Día del Cariño/Valentine’s Day Workshop | Museum of Latin American Art, Long Beach
February 8: Museum of Latin American Art hosts its annual Día del Cariño/Valentine's Day workshop celebrating this special day in the U.S. and parts of Latin America. Drop in to make Valentine cards with craft supplies and kind messages. All materials provided. FREE!
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