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Butterfly Season | Kidspace Children’s Museum, Pasadena
March 13–May 17: Dress up with monarch wings, explore bug safaris, and adopt live caterpillars during this spring pollinator celebration. Included with admission.
Free Spring Events Across LA | LA Recreation & Parks
March - April: Join free spring egg hunts, arts & crafts, games, jumpers, face painting, and more at recreation centers across Los Angeles. Events run citywide through all 15 council districts. FREE!
Tanaka Strawberry Festival | Tanaka Farms, Irvine
March 21 - April 26: Enjoy free admission to Tanaka Farms' annual Strawberry Festival. Free activities include wagon rides, Easter Bunny photos, barnyard animals, and a 30-minute all-you-can-eat Strawberry Feast. U-Pick Strawberry Tours are also available with paid reservations. FREE!
The Lizard & El Sol | Parks Across Pasadena & Altadena
April 4–May 3: A bilingual outdoor theater show for ages 0–5 with music, storytelling, and crafts in local parks. FREE!
Vans Jack’s Surfboards Pro | Huntington Beach
April 22-26: Catch pro surfers, beach vibes, and 50+ vendors at this surf competition. Families can enjoy food, activities, and a lively coastal festival. FREE!
WOW Festival | UC San Diego, La Jolla
April 23–26: Explore immersive art, interactive performances, and walk-through installations across campus. FREE-ish!
Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures | Long Beach Arena
April 23–26: Watch Mickey and friends skate through magical Disney adventures. Kids can see favorite characters, music, and stories come to life on ice.
Hooray LA! | Bob Baker Marionette Theater, Los Angeles
January 24–May 3: Celebrate Los Angeles through handcrafted marionettes in this whimsical city-inspired puppet show. Admission required.
New Owner | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa
April 25-26: Watch a story of love, loss, and new beginnings unfold through a blend of puppetry, live-action, and animation. Performances are paired with a pet adoption and treat drive, giving families a chance to meet adoptable dogs and support a local shelter.
Berries & Blooms Season | Mellano Farm Stand, Oceanside
March 28–May 10: Pick berries, explore flower fields, enjoy tractor rides, kids activities, and more.
Apple Blossom Festival | Oak Tree Mountain, Oak Glen
April 18–19 & 25–26: Celebrate spring with live music, crafts, and mountain festival vibes. Kids can explore blooms, enjoy treats, and play outdoors in fresh air.
Panda Fest | Waterfront Park, San Diego
April 25-26: Explore over 300 Asian street food options at this large outdoor festival. Live performances like K-pop and traditional acts throughout the day as well as marketplace, live demonstrations, and 15-foot inflatable panda.
Earth Day Teen Climate Fest | Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
April 25–26: Explore a giant Earth globe, see teen-led exhibits, and learn how to help the planet.
Orcas: Our Shared Future (Opening Day) | Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
April 26: See life-size orcas, immersive exhibits, and Indigenous art displays.
Lele’s World | Heritage Museum of Orange County, Santa Ana
April 26: Families can enjoy a cultural carnival with live entertainment, animal encounters, activity zones, and a makers market from 1:00–6:00 pm at the Heritage Museum of Orange County.
Storytime at the Barnyard | Tanaka Farms, irvine
April - May: Barnyard volunteers and staff will be reading farm-themed stories right by all our Barnyard friends. After storytime, visit the animals. Storytime lasts about 30 minutes and is geared towards children ages 1-5.
Hooray LA! | Bob Baker Marionette Theater, Los Angeles
January 24–May 3: Celebrate Los Angeles through handcrafted marionettes in this whimsical city-inspired puppet show. Admission required.
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!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Storytime at the Barnyard | Tanaka Farms, irvine
April - May: Barnyard volunteers and staff will be reading farm-themed stories right by all our Barnyard friends. After storytime, visit the animals. Storytime lasts about 30 minutes and is geared towards children ages 1-5.
Berries & Blooms Season | Mellano Farm Stand, Oceanside
March 28–May 10: Pick berries, explore flower fields, enjoy tractor rides, kids activities, and more.
Apple Blossom Festival | Oak Tree Mountain, Oak Glen
April 18–19 & 25–26: Celebrate spring with live music, crafts, and mountain festival vibes. Kids can explore blooms, enjoy treats, and play outdoors in fresh air.
Grunion Runs | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
April 3 – June 30: Watch grunion come ashore during a staff-led beach observation at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Each evening includes entry to the aquarium, a short film, a hatching experience, and a beach-side grunion watch.
Very Special Arts Festival: Family Day | The Music Center, Los Angeles
May 2: Enjoy live music, dance, and interactive art in an inclusive outdoor festival. Kids can create art, watch a magic show, and join hands-on activities. FREE!
NexGenLA Celebration: Family Fun Begins with the David Geffen Galleries | LACMA
May 3: Explore new LACMA galleries, make art, see taiko drumming, and watch Bob Baker puppets. FREE!
Centennial Farm Discovery Days
September 30 - June 1: During a Discovery Day, “farmers” are stationed around the farm available to answer questions and provide information.
Storytime at the Barnyard | Tanaka Farms, irvine
April - May: Barnyard volunteers and staff will be reading farm-themed stories right by all our Barnyard friends. After storytime, visit the animals. Storytime lasts about 30 minutes and is geared towards children ages 1-5.
Free Day at The Huntington Library
EVERY FIRST THURSDAY: The first Thursday of every month is Free Day. Admission is free of charge with advance reservation.
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!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Storytime at the Barnyard | Tanaka Farms, irvine
April - May: Barnyard volunteers and staff will be reading farm-themed stories right by all our Barnyard friends. After storytime, visit the animals. Storytime lasts about 30 minutes and is geared towards children ages 1-5.
Berries & Blooms Season | Mellano Farm Stand, Oceanside
March 28–May 10: Pick berries, explore flower fields, enjoy tractor rides, kids activities, and more.
Apple Blossom Festival | Oak Tree Mountain, Oak Glen
April 18–19 & 25–26: Celebrate spring with live music, crafts, and mountain festival vibes. Kids can explore blooms, enjoy treats, and play outdoors in fresh air.
The Invisible Boy | Segerstrom Center, Costa Mesa
May 9–10: Watch a high-spirited musical about Brian, a boy who's never noticed, and Justin, the new kid who changes everything. Based on Trudy Ludwig's children's classic, the show features fun songs and heartfelt humor about the power of kindness. Arrive an hour early for FREE pre-show activities, including a scavenger hunt, paper airplane station, drawing, and friendship bingo. Recommended for ages 5–10.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
Sensory Friendly Saturdays | GRAMMY Museum, LA
2nd Saturdays: Explore the GRAMMY Museum in a calmer, sensory-friendly environment with softer lighting and reduced noise levels.
$5 Play Day | The Children’s Museum at La Habra
February - December: The Children's Museum at La Habra hosts its first $5 Play Day with full access to all exhibits. Ride the carousel, explore the Dino Garden, and hop aboard the historic train car.
Tidepool Hike | Ocean Institute, Dana Point
February–May: Explore tidepools with an expert naturalist on a guided hike through a rocky Marine Protected Area.
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.
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!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Free Miniature Train Rides at Fairview Park in Costa Mesa
THIRD WEEKEND OF EVERY MONTH: The Orange County Model Engineers offer public ride days every third full weekend of each month. To ride the trains, children must be able to walk and be at least 31" tall. A typical trip takes about 12 minutes and covers two loops of the park.
Apple Blossom Festival | Oak Tree Mountain, Oak Glen
April 18–19 & 25–26: Celebrate spring with live music, crafts, and mountain festival vibes. Kids can explore blooms, enjoy treats, and play outdoors in fresh air.
Lowe’s Kids Workshops
MyLowe’s Rewards Kids Workshops are free, hands-on DIY experiences designed just for kids. Feb 21: Birdhouse / Mar 21: Lawn Mower / Apr 18: Terrarium / May 16: Garden Basket / Jun 13: Trophy Cup / Jul 18: Mini Toy Box / Sep 12: Haunted House / Oct 17: Firefighting Plane / Nov 14: Holiday Engine / Dec 12: Holiday Trolley Car / Jan 16, 2027: Winter Play Lodge
Robo-Bowl Jr. & TechFest
MAY 16: Join them on May 16 for the Robo-Bowl Jr. finale, featuring student showcases and interactive STEM booth activities for all ages. eRp! is for 4th and 5th grade students: their after-school robotics club inspires kids to experiment and grow their critical thinking, coding, and design skills through fun, hands-on STEM learning and robotics. This program is a team sport for the mind.
Discovery Zone | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Third Saturday: Explore a hands-on space where kids can touch feathers, match animal tracks, build food webs, and learn how wetlands support plants, animals, and people. Through simple science activities and real marsh artifacts, young explorers discover why protecting nature matters. FREE!
Centennial Farm Discovery Days
September 30 - June 1: During a Discovery Day, “farmers” are stationed around the farm available to answer questions and provide information.
Grunion Runs | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
April 3 – June 30: Watch grunion come ashore during a staff-led beach observation at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Each evening includes entry to the aquarium, a short film, a hatching experience, and a beach-side grunion watch.
Art Days at the Japanese Garden | CSULB
Third Thursdays: Japanese Garden hosts self-led art evenings with monthly themes including Suminagashi (Japanese marbling) in February, pastel/crayon in April, and color pencil in May. Bring water-soluble art materials and create in the living museum setting. Registration opens 20 days in advance. $2.
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!
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