Buena Park Culture Fest
2025-09-27 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Henry Boisseranc Park, 7520 Dale St., Buena Park, CA, 90620
Saturday, September 27, 2025
Celebrate Buena Park’s cultural heritage with an afternoon of performances, food vendors, and community booths. Families can enjoy games, crafts, a community mural, and free aquatic activities at the park pool.
Highlights include the Parade of Flags, where participants showcase their heritage with flags and traditional clothing, and a drone show closing the evening at 7:45 p.m.

Julian Autumn Jubilee in Santa Ysabel
2025-09-28, 2025-10-04 | Fort Cross Old Timey Adventures, 4425 Hwy 78, Santa Ysabel, CA, 92070
Weekends, September 20 – October 26, 2025
This seasonal celebration offers hands-on activities and entertainment for all ages. The Festival Package includes a hayride, hoedown and jug band show, cider pressing, candle dipping, farm animals, reptile shows, crafts, and a treasure hunt.
The Adventure Package features archery, tomahawk throwing, and a slingshot range, providing a quicker but equally engaging experience. Visitors can plan to stay for just an hour or enjoy a full day at the farm.

Events at Long Beach Public Libraries
2025-09-28 | Long Beach Public Libary, Long Beach, CA
Discover a variety of free events and programs happening at Long Beach Public Libraries! From storytimes and book clubs to hands-on crafts, workshops, and cultural events, there’s something for all ages. Enjoy STEM activities, author talks, tech classes, and more—all designed to educate, inspire, and connect the community.

Making Scents of the Ancient World: Pylos Perfume Workshop at the Getty Center
2025-09-28 | Getty Villa Museum, 17985 Pacific Coast Highway, Pacific Palisades, CA, 90272
Select Saturdays and Sundays, September 21, 2025 – January 10, 2026
In this free, drop-in workshop, families can create their own perfume inspired by an ancient recipe from Pylos in southern Greece.
Guests will experiment with spices and oils favored by the Mycenaeans, many still in use today, while learning how these materials were used in antiquity.
Free.

BMWs & Bretzels Cruise-In at Petersen Automotive Museum
2025-09-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Petersen Automotive Museum, 600 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, 90036
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Celebrate Bavarian engineering and design with a morning gathering of BMWs at the Petersen Museum. From classic 2002s to modern M models and BMW motorcycles, all enthusiasts are welcome to showcase their vehicles or simply enjoy the view.
Guests can connect with fellow car lovers while enjoying complimentary coffee and fresh German-style pretzels, plus receive an exclusive event poster with admission.

Community Day at Back Bay Science Center in Newport Beach
2025-09-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Back Bay Science Center, 600 Shellmaker Rd., Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Every Sunday
Spend your Sunday exploring Shellmaker Island at the Back Bay Science Center’s Community Day. Pop in anytime to check out marine life exhibits, touch intertidal animals, and stroll the loop trail for some prime shorebird spotting.
Take a peek inside the teaching and aquatic labs, visit the touch tanks, and swing by the Native Plant Nursery to see what’s growing—and maybe even help with seed collecting, sowing, or weeding.
Stick around between 12–1pm for public animal feeding and some fun facts about the creatures who call the Back Bay home.
What to explore:

Marine life exhibits & touch tanks
Shellmaker Island trail & bird watching
Teaching and aquatic labs
Native Plant Nursery tours & activities
Public Animal Feeding (12–1pm)

Free parking and admission. Open-house style—drop in anytime between 10am–2pm. No pets allowed due to endangered bird activity. Bike racks available behind the building by the touch tanks (no riding on island trails).
More info here.
**Be sure to check online to see if there are any days Community Day is not happening.

Academy Museum Anniversary Free Day 2025
2025-09-28 10:00 - 18:00 | Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, 6067 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90036, United States
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Celebrate the Academy Museum’s fourth anniversary with free general admission all day. Visitors can enjoy spoken-word performances by poets from the Poetic Film Club, family portrait sessions with Las Fotos Project, and hands-on crafts like silver-screen bookmarks and themed postcards tied to current exhibitions including Jaws: The Exhibition and Barbie to Anna Karenina: The Cinematic Worlds of Sarah Greenwood and Katie Spencer.
Additional highlights include DJ sets and all-ages dance classes presented in partnership with Debbie Allen’s new initiative.
Event is free.

Rams Junior Cheerleaders Program
2025-09-28 13:00 | SoFi Stadium, 1001 Stadium Drive, Inglewood, CA, 90301, United States
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Kids ages 5–17 can learn from the Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders and team choreographers, then perform a cheer routine on the field at SoFi Stadium before kickoff (Date TBD). The program includes rehearsal the day before, a game ticket for the participant, and an official uniform package.
Each participant receives a track jacket, leggings or joggers, T-shirt, poms or rally towel, water bottle, toiletry bag, and clear bag. Families can purchase additional tickets to watch the performance live in the stadium.

Barclay Block Party in Irvine
2025-09-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Dr., Irvine, CA, 92612
Sunday, September 28, 2025
Celebrate 35 years of the Irvine Barclay Theatre with an afternoon of family fun on the plaza, featuring face painting, caricature artists, marionette shows, and more.
End the day with a free high-energy performance by Phat Cat Swinger inside the theater.
Event is free, registration required.

Family Concert: Dan Brown Wild Symphony
2025-09-28 13:00 - 17:00 | Long Beach Terrace Theater, 300 E Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA
Sunday, September 28, 2025
All Children Welcome to the Wild Symphony with Long Beach Symphony
Join Long Beach Symphony for the RuMBa Foundation Family Concert Series as they present Wild Symphony, the acclaimed musical work by Dan Brown, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Da Vinci Code.
This lively performance brings music and storytelling as Maestro Mouse and his animal friends come to life through orchestral music, narration, and whimsical visuals. Kids get in Free!

Activities: 1-3 PM and 4-5 PM
Enjoy an Instrument Petting Zoo, arts and crafts, Meet the Musicians, and Conducting 101
Concert: 3-4 PM inside the Terrace Theater
Kids Get in FREE!
Adults: $20
Free Parking

Narrated by Jamieson Price and conducted by Eckart Preu, this engaging experience is perfect for kids, parents, and grandparents to explore the joy of live symphonic music together.
Reserve your tickets today: bit.ly/45KUS9W
Bring the whole family for an unforgettable afternoon of music, learning, and fun.

Family Rave: Kandi Quest in Catch One Los Angeles
2025-09-28 14:00 - 16:30 | Catch One, 4067 W. Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90019
September 28, 2025
Bring the kids to Family Rave: Kandi Quest at Catch One for a gamer-themed afternoon with bass drops, glow sticks, and boss-level bonding.
Enjoy a multi-sensory dance floor, baby chill zone, crafts, and music mixed at safe levels for little ears.

Family Sunday Funday at the Sherman Library & Gardens
2025-09-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Sherman Library & Gardens, 2647 E. Coast Hwy., Corona Del Mar
Sundays, September 14 & 28, 2025
Spend a magical Sunday evening in the Gardens with family-friendly fun, picnics at dusk, and playful activities designed for all ages. These evenings blend entertainment with a touch of education, making it a perfect way to enjoy nature together.

Kids Free San Diego
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-31 | San Diego, San Diego, CA
OCTOBER 1-31, 2023
During the entire month of October, kids 12 and under receive free admission with a paid adult to more than 60 of San Diego County’s favorite museums, historic sites, aquariums, gardens and more. Many are even free for the whole family!
Visit the San Diego Museum Council website to download and save the Kids Free coupon at your favorite attractions.
Participating attractions include:

Birch Aquarium at Scripps
California Surf Museum
Comic-Con Museum
Fleet Science Center
Japanese Friendship Garden
LEGOLAND® California Resort
Living Coast Discovery Center
Maritime Museum of San Diego
Museum of Making Music
New Children’s Museum
San Diego Air & Space Museum
USS Midway Museum
and lots more!

Spooktacular Golf at Camelot Golfland
2025-10-01 - 2025-10-31 | Camelot Golfland, 3200 Carpenter Avenue, Anaheim, CA, 92806, United States
October 1-31, 2025
Camelot Golfland transforms to a spooktacular attraction. Play mini golf amid festive lights and decorations.
No additional cost, just regular mini golf pricing.

Eco Expo at the Costa Mesa Sanitary District
2025-10-01 14:00 - 18:30 | Costa Mesa Sanitary District, 290 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Discover practical ways to live green at CMSD’s 4th Annual Eco Expo. Visitors can explore interactive booths, meet environmental experts, and pick up eco-smart gardening tips. The event also features demos and activities for all ages, making sustainability fun and accessible.
Event is free.

Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Huntington Beach, Huntington Beach, CA
October 3-5, 2025
Huntington Beach becomes the stage for one of the biggest airshows in the world as the Pacific Airshow® is back for a three-day spectacle. Since 2016, this event has drawn millions to the sand for jaw-dropping aerobatic demonstrations from the world’s top pilots and teams.
Beyond the skies, the beach transforms into a festival with live music, signing sessions with performers, beach bars, food, and nonstop entertainment for all ages, a Southern California’s signature fall event.

Tustin Tiller Days Festival & Parade
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Columbus Tustin Park, 17522 Beneta Way, Tustin, CA, 92780
October 3-5, 2025
Join the City of Tustin for Tustin Tiller Days for the annual parade on the streets of Old Town Tustin. Plus, carnival rides, live entertainment, vendors, brewfest, and more.
Admission is free. Ride wristbands and ticket can be purchased at the event.

California Avocado Festival in Carpinteria
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Downtown Carpinteria, 800 Linden Ave, Carpinteria, CA, 93013
Friday–Sunday, October 3–5, 2025
The 39th California Avocado Festival returns to downtown Carpinteria with three full days of guacamole fun! This beloved community tradition features more than 60 bands across three stages, over 50 arts & crafts and commercial vendors, and 15 food vendors.
Kick off the weekend with Friday’s Locals Block Party, then enjoy live music, family fun, and delicious eats all weekend long. Don’t miss the Glowcado Groove on Saturday at the Youth Stage from 4:30–5:45 p.m., a dance party packed with music, lights for the kids.

Greek Festival in Los Angeles
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Saint Sophia Cathedral, 1324 S. Normandie Ave., Los Angeles, CA
Friday-Sunday, October 3-5, 2025
The LA Greek Fest returns for a three-day celebration of authentic cuisine, wine, music, dancing, and cultural traditions. Hosted on the grounds of the historic Saint Sophia Cathedral, the festival welcomes over 15,000 guests each year and supports both the cathedral and its surrounding community.
Highlights include:

Friday Night Happy Hour specials
A Saturday Latin band performance adding local flavor to the celebration
A Kids Zone filled with games and activities
The Heritage Culture Center inside The Huffington, showcasing Greek costumes, food, and exhibits
Dozens of vendors offering Greek foods, handmade items, candles, and more
Hourly cathedral tours of one of LA’s most stunning landmarks

Free parking with shuttle service is available.

Carved at Descanso Gardens
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-30 | Descanso Gardens, 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, CA, 91011
October 3-30, 2025
Carved is a family-friendly event where you will be enchanted by luminous jack-o’- lanterns, fall foliage, and whimsical displays. There will also be an art installation and the Descanso Railroad will be specially lit.
Tickets: $30-45 for non-members.

Adventure City's Boo-Tastic Halloween Party in Anaheim
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-31 | Adventure City, 1238 S. Beach Blvd., Anaheim, Ca
Select Dates, October 3-31, 2025
Enjoy 11 exciting rides, walk through the “Trick-or-Treat Street” for free candy and trinkets, enter the Cosmic Vortex Tunnel, ride the Halloween themed Express Train, go on a Halloween Scavenger Hunt, get free glow accessories, join the Spooktacular Dance Party, and show your Halloween spirit!
Eight nights only: October 3rd, 10th, 16th, 17th, 23rd, 24th, 30th, 31st, 2025
Event takes places from 5:30-9:30pm.
Tickets for this special event are $37.95 per person.

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DCOM: Live! (Disney Channel Hits) at Irvine Barclay Theatre
2025-10-03 07:30 - 19:30 | Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Dr., Irvine, CA, 92612
Friday, October 3, 2025
Step into a night of nostalgia with DCOM: Live! – a high-energy tribute concert to Disney Channel Original Movies. Broadway-caliber vocalists and a live band bring hits from High School Musical, Camp Rock, The Cheetah Girls, Descendants, and more to the stage.
The show also features a special guest appearance by Drew Seeley, known as the singing voice of Troy Bolton in High School Musical and co-writer of “Get’cha Head in the Game.” Fans can sing along, relive iconic choreography, and celebrate Disney Channel favorites in this one-night-only event.

Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach
2025-10-03 10:00 | Upper Newport Bay, 2301 University Dr., Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Every Friday, January – August, 2026
Upper Newport Bay’s long running and popular story time is back! 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. Each session will have a new story, hike theme, and craft project.
Activities are designed for ages 2-4 but all are welcome.

Science Showtime at Golden West College
2025-10-03 17:00 - 20:00 | Golden West College, 15744 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach
Friday, October 3, 2025
The Rotary Club of Huntington Beach and Golden West College present Science Nite, a free hands-on event designed to spark curiosity and excitement for kids and families. This isn’t your typical classroom lesson—guests can dive into interactive exhibits and experiments that bring science to life.
Highlights include:

Collecting DNA samples
See animals and zoology labs
Controlling a robot
Making slime and creating exploding gummy bears
Studying bones, cells, and more with microscopes and skeletons
Generating electricity and testing fun physics experiments

With activities for ages 5–17, this event blends education and play, giving kids the chance to explore science in a memorable, engaging way.
Event is free.

Noche Latina at Renaissance High School for the Arts in Long Beach
2025-10-03 17:00 - 21:00 | Renaissance High School for the Arts, 235 E. 8th St., Long Beach, CA
Friday, October 3, 2025
The evening features food and arts & crafts vendors, a lowrider and classic car show, and live performances.
Dance the night away with a live DJ and lessons, play games of lotería, or snap a photo in the booth. Families can enjoy a bounce house, piñatas, face painting, and art activities for the kids, while also exploring the community resource fair.
This vibrant celebration of heritage is open to all ages and promises fun, food, and festivities for the whole family.
Event is free.

Movie in the Park: Lilo & Stitch in Corona Del Mar
2025-10-03 18:00 | Irvine Terrace Park, 721 Evita Dr., Corona Del Mar, CA, 92625
Friday, October 3, 2025
Bring family, friends and neighbors out to Irvine Terrace Park to enjoy some fresh air, free popcorn, free candy, free activities, and a live screening of “Lilo and Stitch”. The event begins at 6:00 p.m. around dusk.
Remember to bring a chair, blanket, or towel for comfortable sitting during the movie.
Event is free.

Mid-Autumn Moon Celebration at The Huntington
2025-10-03 18:30 - 2025-10-05 21:30 | The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens, 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, 91108
October 3-5, 2025
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with an evening in the Chinese Garden illuminated by glowing paper lanterns. Visitors can enjoy cultural performances and seasonal traditions in a setting that highlights the beauty of the harvest moon.

Family Hike at Black Star Canyon | Irvine Ranch Open Space
2025-10-04 | Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park, 12247 Black Star Canyon Rd., Silverado, CA, 92676
Saturdays, March – April 2026
Enjoy a guided family hike through Black Star Canyon in the Irvine Ranch Open Space. This easy, slower-paced outing follows a mostly flat trail, crosses a dry creek bed, and offers opportunities to spot local wildlife such as red-tailed hawks and mule deer along the way.
The hike averages 3–4 miles round trip and includes a medium level of interpretation, making it ideal for families and participants who prefer a relaxed pace. Guests are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing, sturdy shoes, and bring water.

Is the event free?
Registration required. Please check with OC Parks for current information.
Where is the event located?
Family Hikes are located at different trails. See website for more information.

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Scaredown in Downtown Torrance
2025-10-04 | Downtown Torrance
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Downtown Torrance transforms for a Halloween festival filled with live bands, a DJ, games, contests, Trunk or Treat, and a vibrant vendor marketplace. This community event features spooky attractions, scavenger hunt, tarot readers, and family-friendly crafts.
Special guest Sean Cassidy, son of Addams Family actor Ted Cassidy, will bring a touch of classic TV horror history to the night. Families can explore the new Spooky Trails from 4–7 p.m. with themed rooms, character appearances, and costumed pets, while older guests can return after 7:30 p.m. for a haunted maze with scarier thrills.
Event is free.
