things to do

Events for Kids in Southern California

Fri

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September 19

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October 20

Griffith Park,

Los Angeles

September 19 - November 2: Experience a Halloween party at Janelle Monáe's Monáe Manor, take a hayride through Midnight Falls, go trick-or-treating, watch live shows, and take part in attractions like axe throwing and mini escape games.

Fri

26

September 26

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October 2

El Capitan Theatre,

Hollywood

September 26: See Coco on the big screen with live mariachi and dance.

Wed

1

October 1

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October 31

San Diego,

San Diego

October 1-31: 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!

Thu

2

October 2

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October 2

Knott’s Berry Farm,

Buena Park

September 18 - November 1: The fully transformed theme park features uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog and hiding in every corner of the park.

Fri

3

October 3

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October 3

Knott’s Berry Farm,

Buena Park

September 18 - November 1: The fully transformed theme park features uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog and hiding in every corner of the park.

Fri

3

October 3

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October 5

Huntington Beach,

Huntington Beach

October 3-5: A visual feast of exhilarating non-stop aerial action with the backdrop of one of California’s most beautiful beaches over 3 days. See performances by the USAF Thunderbirds, A-10 Demo Team and F22 Raptor Demo Team and many, many more.

Fri

3

October 3

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November 2

Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkins in Torrance,

No venue assigned.

October 3 - November 2: Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkin Patch features games and activities include pumpkin bowling, pumpkin decorating, farm animals, and more.

Fri

3

October 3

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October 5

Columbus Tustin Park,

Tustin

October 3-5: Enjoy a parade, carnival rides, entertainment, vendors, brewfest, and more.

Fri

3

October 3

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October 5

Downtown Carpinteria,

Carpinteria

October 3–5: Celebrate everything avocados in Carpinteria, featuring 60+ bands, tons of food, and the return of Glowcado Groove dance party for the kids.

Fri

3

October 3

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October 5

Saint Sophia Cathedral,

Los Angeles

October 3-5: Savor Greek food, wine, dancing, kids’ activities, and cathedral tours at the LA Greek Fest.

Fri

3

October 3

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October 3

Irvine Barclay Theatre,

Irvine

October 3: Sing along to High School Musical, Camp Rock, and Cheetah Girls hits live.

Fri

3

October 3

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October 3

Sherman Library & Gardens,

Corona Del Mar

EVERY FRIDAY: Join Sherman Library & Gardens to share favorite stories, picture books and poems. Perfect for preschool children and their caregivers.

Fri

3

October 3

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October 3

Renaissance High School for the Arts,

Long Beach

October 3: Celebrate culture and community at Noche Latina in Long Beach. Enjoy lowriders, music, food, dancing, and family fun. FREE!

Fri

3

October 3

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October 3

Golden West College,

Huntington Beach

October 3: Make slime, control robots, and create exploding gummy bears at the Science Nite at Golden West College. FREE!

Fri

3

October 3

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October 3

Irvine Terrace Park,

Corona Del Mar

October 3: 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."

Fri

3

October 3

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October 5

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens,

San Marino

October 3-5: Experience lanterns, performances, and seasonal traditions at night.

Sat

4

October 4

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October 4

Downtown Torrance,

October 4: Trick-or-treat, meet Addams Family’s Sean Cassidy, and explore Spooky Trails. FREE.

Sat

4

October 4

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October 4

San Diego Zoo Safari Park,

Escondido

Weekends, October 1-26: Celebrate the season with wildlife, special entertainment, and culinary comforts. Meet Robert the Zebra, Safari Parker, hoedown with not-so-scary scarecrows, enjoy live music, navigate through a maze, and more.

Sat

4

October 4

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October 5

Southern California Railway Museum,

Perris

Weekends, January 11 - October 26: Take a ride on the Museum Railway on a real operating trolley or behind a locomotive every weekend. Parking, entry to grounds, and entry to open exhibits are free (except during special ticketed events).

Sat

4

October 4

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October 4

Knott’s Berry Farm,

Buena Park

September 18 - November 1: The fully transformed theme park features uniquely haunted mazes and attractions, sinister shows, and more than 1,000 horrifying creatures lurking in the fog and hiding in every corner of the park.

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