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Spring Carnival at Santa Anita Park
April 5-6: Two days of rides, inflatables, games, crafts, pony rides, face painting, and more.
Renaissance Pleasure Faire in Irwindale
April 5 - May 18: Step out of the modern world and join a different time in history. Dress up and join the festivities including plays, music, magic, skills of glassblowing and blacksmithing, jousting, and activities like archery and axe throwing.
Easter Wonderland Tea Party at 2nd & PCH in Long Beach
April 5: Enjoy a morning tea party with the Easter Wonderland special characters and the Easter Bunny. Come Tea-Party ready and enjoy a special experience and menu from the Noble Bird Rotisserie.
Pet Expo in Brea
April 5: Check out pet products and services, educational opportunities, K-9 demonstrations, and the chance to adopt a new family member from local rescues and shelters.
Downey Unified Mariachi Music Festival
April 5: Join Downey Unified School District for a vibrant day of live mariachi performances, Folklorico dancers, and cultural celebrations at the Mariachi Music Festival! Enjoy incredible talent from students across Southern California, plus delicious eats from local food trucks. Don’t miss this free, family-friendly event!
Family Fest at The Wallis in Beverly Hills
April 5: A free day of family fun with live music, puppetry, interactive performances, and a ticketed puppet show (The Paper Escaper).
Public Tour at Bolsa Chica Wetlands
First Saturdays: Learn about the history, wildlife, and importance of the Bolsa Chica Wetlands during their monthly general public tour. An expert guide leads you through the beauty and wonder of the wetlands.
Spring Harvest Festival at Tanaka Farms
Weekends, thru April 20: Join in for Spring and Easter inspired food, games, and activities.
Spring Fest: Open House in Santa Ana
April 5: The city of Santa Ana is having their annual Spring Fest at the El Salvador Community Center, learn about their recreation classes, programs, and resources. There will be activities, food trucks, kid zone, scavenger hunt, raffle prizes, and more. Pre-register to receive additional raffle tickets.
Egg-A-Pool-Looza in Irvine
April 5: Throw on your swimsuits and celebrate spring with a poolside egg hunt, Easter bunny photos, bounce houses, family splash time, spring crafts and games, and face painting.
Art is Education Festival in Long Beach
April 5: A community-wide showcase demonstrating the power of learning through arts. Each Spring children and families have the opportunity to share their process that are expressed in works of art.
Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival at Bowers Museum
April 6: Celebrate spring with Japanese dance, taiko drumming, candy sculpting, art projects, and mochi samples.
Rainbow Vision: Family Workshop at Getty Center
Select Sundays: Make a spectroscope and bend white light into the seven different colors of the rainbow while exploring the art and science of prisms, light diffraction, and the visible color spectrum.
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!
Into the Woods Musical at the Carpenter Center in Long Beach
March 28 - April 13: A darker twist on classic fairy tales in this PG-13 musical exploring wishes, consequences, and storytelling.
Spring Harvest Festival at Tanaka Farms
Weekends, thru April 20: Join in for Spring and Easter inspired food, games, and activities.
View Darkstar and Nasa X-38 at Palm Springs Air Museum
April 7-20: Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works DARKSTAR and NASA’s Crew Return Vehicle Prototype X-38 are on view inside one of the hangars.
Earth Day Presentation at OC Public Libraries
April 1-22: Enjoy activities and demonstrations with OC Waste & Recycling. Earth Day Kits are available at all branches *while supplies last.
Lil’ Chef April Spring Break Camp, Workshop, Parent’s Night Out
April 2025: A fun, exciting atmosphere for kids to develop hands-on skills and techniques in the kitchen. Spring Break Camp, Workshops, and Parent's Night Out.
Cool Crafts Roundup at Rancho Los Alamitos
Second Thursdays: Drop in for a craft project and story time themed around the Rancho's great horned owls.
Santa Ana Zoo Park Pop-Ups
February 7 - May 23: Explore nature with Zoo Staff at parks throughout Santa Ana. Walk-ups welcome. No reservations required.
Lil’ Chef April Spring Break Camp, Workshop, Parent’s Night Out
April 2025: A fun, exciting atmosphere for kids to develop hands-on skills and techniques in the kitchen. Spring Break Camp, Workshops, and Parent's Night Out.
Into the Woods Musical at the Carpenter Center in Long Beach
March 28 - April 13: A darker twist on classic fairy tales in this PG-13 musical exploring wishes, consequences, and storytelling.
Full Moon Festival in Joshua Tree
April 11-12: Celebrate the desert under the full moon with telescope viewing, youth S.T.E.A.M. workshops, desert stories, crafts, music, dance, and more!
Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach
April 11-13: Three-day festival, combining world-class racing with a wide variety of activities for the whole family. The Family Fun Zone features rock climbing walls, games, video games, and racing simulators.
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!
Spring Break Camp at My Gym
APRIL 11, 15, 16 and 17: Dive into a world of non-stop excitement with Spring Break Camp, where every day is a thrilling journey! Immerse yourself in a dynamic blend of high-energy games, awe-inspiring gymnastics, imaginative arts and crafts, and a plethora of other activities. Each day brings a fresh wave of themes and programs, ensuring a uniquely captivating experience for all.
Egg Hunt & Spring Fun on the Farm in Pomona
April 12: Enjoy an egg hunt, petting farm, hay rides, children's garden, cow train, antique tractors, and more.
Caterpillar Adoption Event at Children’s Museum at La Habra
April 12: Learn about the importance of pollinators, walk through a mini butterfly pavilion filled with live butterflies, check out special conservation booths, and more. Then, take home a live caterpillar kit and watch the metamorphosis process.
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.
Into the Woods Musical at the Carpenter Center in Long Beach
March 28 - April 13: A darker twist on classic fairy tales in this PG-13 musical exploring wishes, consequences, and storytelling.
Cowboy Festival in Santa Clarita
APRIL 20-21: LA County's premier western musical festival. Enjoy blacksmith demos, rides and attractions, trick ropers, see horses, shop Sutler's Row with vendors showcasing western wares, learn new dances, and grub on a Dutch oven peach cobbler, soda pop, and smoked BBQ.
Imaginology at OC Fair & Event Center
April 12-13: Imaginology is a free family event that focuses on STEAM education featuring unique experiences for all ages including makeshops, demonstrations, competitions, hands-on activities and entertainment, as well as food and fun.
Easter Eggspress & Storytime at San Diego Model Railroad Museum
April 12-13: More info TBA
SoCal Air Show at March Air Reserve Base
April 12-13: See aerial performances from the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, C-17, Canadian Skyhawks Parachute Team, F-18F Super Hornet, and more.
Native American Pow Wow at CSUDH
APRIL: California State University, Dominguez Hills' 10th Annual Native American Pow Wow honors the indigenous peoples of the Americas. Enjoy traditional dance and drum performances.
Festival Ballet Theatre: The Sleeping Beauty at Irvine Barclay Theater
April 12-13: A magical ballet of fairies, curses, and true love’s kiss—The Sleeping Beauty enchants audiences of all ages.
Marina Del Rey’s 60th Anniversary Celebration at Fisherman’s Village
April 12-13: Harbor tours, live DJ, face painting, balloon art, cupcakes, photo ops, and anniversary specials all weekend at the Marina!
Touch-a-Truck at Discovery Cube Los Angeles
April 12-19: Kids can climb inside vehicles to explore and learn about what it takes to provide essential services to our community. They'll also have the opportunity to test their endurance for the job with fitness games and inflatable obstacle courses.
City of STEM + Los Angeles Maker Faire in Los Angeles
April 12: Enjoy SoCal's largest celebration of science, making, creativity, invention, and fun. The day will include hands-on activities, experiences, workshops, lectures, and special appearances.
Rivian Kids: Earth Explorers in Laguna Beach
April 12: Enjoy an environmental science lesson and get the opportunity to build your own water filter.
Earth Day Community Festival with LA County Sanitation Districts
April 12: Celebrate Earth Day with us! Learn from the many ways you can help the environment, take a behind-the-scenes tour of our facilities, and see how we convert waste into resources.
Community Arts Festival in Rancho Cucamonga
April 12: Festival features outdoor booths, live performances, chalk art, hands-on activities, and art exhibits. Indoor arts classes and displays will take place inside the Center Park Community Center.
Spring Harvest Festival at Tanaka Farms
Weekends, thru April 20: Join in for Spring and Easter inspired food, games, and activities.
AnaCon: Comics & Sci-Fi at the Anaheim Central Library
April 12: The event will feature special guests, artist vendors, performances, and a cosplay contest!
Earth Day Celebration at The Shops at Rossmoor
April 12: Kids can enjoy ocean-themed crafts, face painting, games and balloon twisting plus learn ways to help sea life with the Pacific Marine Mammal Center
Kids Play Day in Downtown Anaheim
April 12: Come on down to the Center Street Promenade as we bring you a good 'old fashioned day of play! Enjoy free activities in the realms of art, sports, literature, science, and more.
Spring Soirée at the Americana at Brand in Glendale
April 12: Spring Soirée with live music, petting zoo, crafts, face painting, balloon art, and tasty treats from local restaurants.
Cherry Blossom Festival in Monterey Park
April 12-13: Experience Japanese culture through taiko drums, martial arts demonstrations, participating in the ancient art of the tea ceremony, tasting foods and other cultural displays, like origami and mochi demonstrations. Festival also includes games & crafts for children.
Bob Baker Day in Los Angeles
April 13: Celebrate puppets, art, and community healing with free activities, a parade, and special guests SpongeBob and Patrick!
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!
