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Valentine’s Vase Kids Workshop at Home Depot
FEBRUARY 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 Valentine's Vase for Valentine's Day.
Puppy Bowl Pup Rally at Wallis Annenberg Petspace
FEBRUARY 4: Wallis Annenberg PetSpace, Grounds & Hounds Coffee Co., and Animal Planet are hosting the official Puppy Bowl Pop-Up Event: a special Pup Rally, full football-themed activations for you and your dog to enjoy.
Valentine’s Day Event at Hangar 24 in Irvine
FEBRUARY 4: Axe throwing (rubber ones for kids too!), live DJ, face painting, corn hole, bird pavilion, basketball court, and shop from 50+ local small businesses.
Tu B’Shevat Family Hike with Alper JCC at El Dorado Nature Center
FEBRUARY 5: Join the AJCC for a Family Hike at the El Dorado Nature Center to celebrate Tu B’Shevat, the "New Year of Trees."
Frankenstein Laboratory at Pennypickle’s Workshop
FEBRUARY 8: Join Pennypickle's Workshop to play with monsters, robotics, electricity, and all things Frankenstein-ish!
Family Art Workshop at Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA)
FEBRUARY 9: Learn the technique of blind contour drawing in art. Blind contour drawing is a technique that helps artists practice their observation skills and promote calming mindfulness and mental health
Disney’s TOGO – Movie Night Under the Stars in Lakewood
FEBRUARY 10: Bring the entire family and enjoy an evening of free family fun and movie screening of Disney's TOGO at Palms Park in Lakewood.
Family Art Class: Valentine Heart at Sherman Gardens
FEBRUARY 11: Use leave and flowers to press into a clay heart and decorate a mini canvas. This fun, relaxed class takes place in our outdoor classroom before the garden is open.
Valentine’s Day Meet & Greet with Mr. & Mrs. Mouse in Rossmoor
FEBRUARY 11: Valentine's Day is around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than snapping a photo with your favorite couple, Mr. & Mrs. Mouse?
Natural History Museum Welcome Day
FEBRUARY 11: Chat with the artists and watch them weave before your eyes, explore rarely-seen Pacific Island cultural objects, craft and weave your very own paper heart for Valentine's Day, and join in on a scavenger hunt.
Snow Play at The Shops at Dos Lagos in Corona
FEBRUARY 11: Play in 10 tons of fresh snow! The synthetic ice rink is also open.
Family Flicks: Ponyo at Hammer Museum
FEBRUARY 12: Enjoy a matinee family film screening of Ponyo at Hammer Museum.
Clay Date – A Family Workshop at AMOCA
FEBRUARY 12: Visit the American Museum of Ceramic Art for a clay date! Create your own unique coiled clay vase and paper bouquet for a special loved (or yourself)
Family Hike in Round Canyon
FEBRUARY 12: Enjoy nature with friends and family in Round Canyon. Hike along a fairly flat trail and watch for red-tailed hawks and mule deer.
The Leo Fender Project at The Muck
FEBRUARY 13-19: An original play for children based on the life of Fullerton local and inventor of the stratocaster electric guitar, Leo Fender. This is an exciting, fast-paced, musical production with a great message for students of all ages!
Valentine’s Day PJ Party with Once Upon an Island
FEBRUARY 14: A high-energy play night that gives parents a date night! The Valentine PJ Party is filled with games, crafts, dancing, singing, pizza and snacks, movies, and more.
World Ballet Series: Cinderella in Glendale
FEBRUARY 16: Part of the World Ballet Series, Cinderella is performed live by a multinational cast of 40 professional ballet dancers gathered to bring the most celebrated fairy tale to life.
Toddler Stroll & Storytime at Clark Regional Park in Buena Park
FEBRUARY 16: Bring your little ones for a story, kid-friendly craft, and walk in the park. Activities are designed for ages 2-4, but all are welcome.
Super Nintendo World Opens at Universal Studios Hollywood
FEBRUARY 17: Battle Team Bowser on Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge, dine at Toadstool Cafe, and level up with Nintendo themed merch from the 1-UP Factory store.
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.
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