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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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Getty Drawing Day
October 26 - December 7: Sketch costumed models, explore figure drawing, and learn from guest artists—materials and guidance provided.
Avocado Festival in Fallbook
April 13: Celebrate all things avocado with artisan booths, dance performances, fun contests, and a 21+ Beer & Wine Garden with live music.
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.
Spring Harvest Festival at Tanaka Farms
Weekends, thru April 20: Join in for Spring and Easter inspired food, games, and activities.
Annual Open House at Little Parrot in Rowland Heights
April 13: Earth Day open house with farm animals, bee tours, composting demos, vegetarian food, and eco-friendly fun for all ages.
Spring Spectacular at Long Beach Towne Center
April 13: Visit the Regal Promenade for free photos with the Easter Bunny, kids crafts, balloon twisters, face painters and more.
YMCA 2025 Healthy Kids Day: A Day of Play for LA
April 13: Enjoy free family fun with sports team meet-and-greets, live entertainment, climbing walls, games, fitness, health screenings, and more!
Bright & Bold Bunny Bash at LBX Hangar
April 13: Shop from 50+ vendors and makers, kids can enjoy slime, bunny meet & greet, face painting, and more.
Free Port of Long Beach Harbor Tours – Registration Dates
April - August: Go aboard a 90-minute narrated excursion and get close to operations at one of the busiest ports in the nation. Tours are held on select Saturday mornings and select Wednesday evenings. Due to extremely high demand, registration is on a lottery basis.
Skatedogs Spring-Break Camp – Long Beach
APRIL 14-18: Make new friends, advance your skills, play games, and most importantly, have fun! From games, competitions & prizes to quarter pipes, launch ramps, fun boxes, rails, and other fun obstacles they will work with your individual skill level to ensure you have fun and help you be the best skateboarder you can be! Ages 5-13.
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