Maya: The Exhibition at California Science Center

APRIL 2 - JANUARY 15: Through priceless artifacts and hands-on exhibits, discover how the ancient Maya built and sustained complex cities in the heart of the rainforest.

Dates:
Location:
California Science Center 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles, CA

Spider Pavilion at Natural History Museum

SEPTEMBER 17 - NOVEMBER 26: Walk among spiders and their magnificent webs in this unique, open-air experience. Talk to educators and see enclosed habitats of tarantulas, wolf spiders, and jumping spider.

Dates:
Location:
Natural History Museum 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA

Aladdin, the Princess, and the Magic Lamp – Theatre West in Los Angeles

OCTOBER 7 - JANUARY 13: A family-friendly audience participation musical with catchy songs and dancing. Join Aladdin and the Genie as they figure out how the magic lamp can help them defeat an Evil Magician and bring Aladdin home where he meets the princess of his dreams.

Dates:
Location:
Theatre West 3333 Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Cost:
$15

Free Admission for Veterans at USS Midway Museum

NOVEMBER 1-30: The USS Midway Museum is offering complimentary admission to U.S. military veterans during the month of November.

Dates:
Location:
USS Midway Museum 910 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA
Cost:
Free

Christmas Nights at 123 Farm

NOVEMBER 9 - JANUARY 7: Experience the enchanting display of a million lights that light up lavender fields, olive groves, and historic buildings. Take a delightful tractor-pulled wagon ride around the property and be sure to visit the Christmas Village, holiday maze, s'mores pits, and Elvesville.

Dates:
Location:
123 Farm at Highland Springs Ranch & Inn 10600 Highland Springs Ave., Cherry Valley, CA

Free Family Events at Lincoln Park in Long Beach

NOVEMBER - DECEMBER: Join the City of Long Beach for free family events at Lincoln Park. Weekly activities include Tuesday Walking Group, Wednesday Intro to Fitness with Park Equipment, Friday Play Date in the Park, and Friday Come & Dance. Game Night on November 28 and December 21. Movie Night on December 28.

Dates:
Location:
Lincoln Park - Long Beach Pacific Ave. & W. Broadway, Long Beach, CA
Cost:
Free

Christmas Around the World at the Reagan Library

NOV 11 - JAN 8: Christmas Around the World includes 26 exquisitely decorated trees representing the 26 countries that President Reagan visited while in office, as well as a White House Tree.

Dates:
Location:
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum 40 Presidential Drive, Simi Valley

The Dr. Seuss Experience at Santa Monica Place

NOVEMBER 11 - JANUARY 31: Immerse yourself in imaginative spaces that bring to life nine of your favorite Dr. Seuss books. Enjoy meet and greets and story time moments with The Cat in the Hat, The Grinch, The Lorax, and more.

Dates:
Location:
Santa Monica Place 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica
Cost:
$26 – $45

Pershing Square Holiday Ice Skating Rink

NOVEMBER 16 - JANUARY 7: Pershing Square Holiday Ice Skating Rink is back for a season of outdoor ice skating in the heart of downtown LA. Open Daily. General admission is $20 and includes skate rental.

Dates:
Location:
Pershing Square 532 South Olive St., Los Angeles, CA
Cost:
$20

Santa’s Village in SkyPark at Santa’s Village

NOVEMBER 16 - JANUARY 7, 2024: The entire village transforms into a Christmas wonderland with many attractions and activities, including: train ride, live entertainment, ice skating arena, Santa's House, Northwood characters, and special holiday experiences.

Dates:
Location:
Skypark at Santa's Villiage 28950 California 18, Skyforest, CA

CoComelon Party Time at Santa Monica Place

NOVEMBER 17 - DECEMBER 30: An immersive experience that takes you inside the colorful world of CoComelon where children can explore their way through a variety of interactive party experiences including party games, dance floor, pretend ride in a hot air balloon, snack bag, coloring center, story time, and a meet and greet!

Dates:
Location:
Santa Monica Place 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica

Lightscape at LA Arboretum

NOVEMBER 17 - JANUARY 2, 2024: The reimagined Lightscape merges nature and art in the Fire Garden, Arch of Light, Feast of Light, Dancing Palms, and other installations. Fan favorite, the Winter Cathedral, returns!

Dates:
Location:
Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden 301 North Baldwin Ave., Arcadia, CA
Cost:
$14 – $35

Knott’s Merry Farm at Knott’s Berry Farm

NOVEMBER 17 - JANUARY 7, 2024: Knott's Merry Farm offers Christmas activities and experiences for families inspired by the spirit of the holidays. Guests of all ages can enjoy Christmas shows, ice shows, a nightly Christmas tree lighting ceremony, a Christmas light show throughout Camp Snoopy, and more.

Dates:
Location:
Knott's Berry Farm 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park

L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow

NOVEMBER 17 - JANUARY 7: A nature-focused holiday celebration featuring all-new seasonal wonders, including Winter Wildlands with majestic pine trees, glowing ice crystals, snow-loving animals, views of the “northern lights,” and photo spots.

Dates:
Location:
LA Zoo 5333 Zoo Drive, Los Angeles, CA
Cost:
$18 – $35

Imaginarium at the Fairplex in Pomona

NOVEMBER 17 - JANUARY 7: Discover a world where fantasy meets holiday cheer at Imaginarium — Southern California's largest holiday and fantasyland light show.

Dates:
Location:
Pomona Fairplex 1101 W McKinley Ave., Pomona, California

Once Upon a Christmas with Once Upon an Island

NOVEMBER 18 - DECEMBER 24: A fully personalized Santa Experience. Travel through magical portals on a private elf-guided tour of the North Pole. Talk to Santa's reindeer, visit the Toy Workshop, and meet the one-and-only Santa, get a keepsake gift, and lots more. Activities vary by tour.

Dates:
Location:
Once Upon an Island 118 Agate Ave., Newport Beach, California

Holidays at Legoland

NOVEMBER 18 - JANUARY 7: Experience Holidays at Legoland featuring a 30-foot, fully decorated, LEGO Christmas tree with over 400 LEGO ornaments, holiday character meet-and-greets, seasonal shows, and treats.

Dates:
Location:
LEGOLAND 1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, CA

Annual Festival of Lights at Mission Inn in Riverside

NOVEMBER 18 - JANUARY 7: The Mission Inn's Festival of Lights is one of the nation's largest holiday light collections, voted "Best Public Lights Display" by USA Today.

Dates:
Location:
The Mission Inn Hotel and Spa 3649 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside
Cost:
Free

Enchanted Forest of Light at Descanso Gardens

NOVEMBER 19 - JANUARY 7: Enchanted Forest of Light is an interactive, one-mile walk through unique lighting experiences throughout the gardens.

Dates:
Location:
Descanso Gardens 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge, CA

The Polar Express at Southern California Railway Museum

NOVEMBER 19 - DECEMBER 30: Passengers will relive the magic of the classic story as they are whisked away on The Polar Express for a magical one-hour trip to meet Santa.

Dates:
Location:
Southern California Railway Museum 2201 South A St., Perris, CA

Dog Man: The Musical at Kirk Douglas Theatre

NOVEMBER 21 - JANUARY 7: Dog Man: The Musical is a hilarious and heartwarming new production following the chronicles of Dog Man, who with the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture.

Dates:
Location:
Kirk Douglas Theatre 9820 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA
Cost:
$35 – $99

Thanksgiving Turkey Trot in Long Beach

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23: Join this Thanksgiving day race for a good cause! Includes a Kids' Half-Mile Wingding Fun Run and adults 5K/10K.

Dates:
Location:
Granada Boat Ramp 1 Granda Ave., Long Beach, CA
Cost:
$20 – $45

OC/Irvine Turkey Trot

NOVEMBER 23: Run up your appetite in Irvine! Join Turkey Trotters at OC's Turkey Trot at Irvine Valley College. One-mile Turkey Dash, Kid's Gobble Wobble, and 5K.

Dates:
Location:
Irvine Valley College 5500 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine
Cost:
$28 – $55

Rose Bowl 5K Turkey Trot 

NOVEMBER 23: Join the sixth annual Rose Bowl Turkey Trot! Runners, walkers, skippers, and jumpers alike can participate this year by running around the 5K recreational loop at America’s Stadium. Known for being a Pasadena family favorite and a Thanksgiving morning tradition!

Dates:
Location:
Rose Bowl Stadium 1001 Rose Bowl Dr., Pasadena, CA

Drumstick Dash LA in North Hollywood

NOVEMBER 23: Drumstick Dash LA is LA's largest Thanksgiving 5K/10K and Lil' Gobblers run. Fun for the whole family and serious runners alike–including lots of freebies, a costume contest, awards and the satisfaction of supporting a worthy cause.

Dates:
Location:
Drumstick Dash Start Line Chandler Blvd. & Lankershim Blvd., North Hollywood, CA

Turkey Trot on the Ranch at Rancho Mission Viejo

NOVEMBER 23: The run features a 10K, 5K, and Little Gobbler’s 1K that takes participants through the pathways and walkways of the community of Rancho Mission Viejo. 

Dates:
Location:
Sendero Field 29201 Ortega Highway, Rancho Mission Viejo, CA
Cost:
$10 – $35

Turkey Trot in Dana Point

NOVEMBER 23: Burn off your pre-Thanksgiving meal calories with a run/walk of a 5K, 10K, 10K/5K Combo, or Kids 1-Mile Gobble Wobble in the beautiful Dana Point Harbor!

Dates:
Location:
Dana Point Harbor 34571 Golden Lantern St., Dana Point, CA
Cost:
$20 – $58

Huntington Beach Turkey Wobble

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23: Start your Thanksgiving at the beach! This 5K/10K Turkey Trot features a flat ocean-front course and a 1K walk/run for kids 12 and under. Dogs and strollers welcome.

Dates:
Location:
Huntington Beach Turkey Wobble 21599 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach
Cost:
$20 – $40

Pacific Palisades Turkey Trot

NOVEMBER 23: The annual Palisades Development Turkey Trot is here once again! The holiday 5K & 10K, plus Pali Kids Runs will be held at Palisades Charter High School.

Dates:
Location:
Palisades Charter High School 15777 Bowdoin Street, Pacific Palisades
Cost:
$40 – $55

Turkey Trot Los Angeles

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23: Run/walk a 5k or 10k before you feast and help fundraise for The Midnight Mission. There’s also an Widdle Wobble for the little trotters (ages 12 and under) and a inaugural 1-mile Dog Jog. Everyone is welcome!

Dates:
Location:
Los Angeles City Hall 200 N Spring Street, Los Angeles
Cost:
$22 – $54

The Fans Strike Back: A Star Wars Fan Exhibition in Santa Monica

OCTOBER 12 - NOVEMBER 30: An exhibition featuring more than 600 official items from the Star Wars Universe collected by fans and displayed for fans. Immerse yourself in a galaxy far, far away and see photos, posters, costumes, figures, and models of different types and sizes.

Dates:
Recurring
Location:
Santa Monica Art Museum 1219 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica, CA
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Cost:
$15 – $33.40

Astra Lumina at South Coast Botanic Garden

NOVEMBER 9 - DECEMBER 31: Astra Lumina returns to Los Angeles for an enchanted night walk at South Coast Botanic Garden that invites visitors to discover the wonder of visiting stars.

Dates:
Recurring
Location:
South Coast Botanic Garden 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula
Cost:
$25 – $38

43rd Annual Harry Sutter Memorial Turkey Trot Fun Run in Torrance

NOVEMBER 23: The City of Torrance Community Services Department invites the entire family to participate in this fun run. After the fun run, there will be a post run opportunity drawing for mountain bikes, dinner vouchers, gym memberships, and many other prizes.

Dates:
Location:
Sam's Club Torrance 2601 Skypark Drive, Torrance, CA
Cost:
$30 – $40

Thanksgiving Lunch at Aquarium of the Pacific

NOVEMBER 23: Gobble gobble with the Aquarium’s sea otters, puffins, and other animals for the annual Thanksgiving Feast. Meet over 12,000 animals from the world’s largest ocean, then savor a traditional spread to be served buffet style.

Dates:
Location:
Aquarium of the Pacific 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA

Anaheim Ballet’s Nutcracker

NOVEMBER 24-25: Enjoy Anaheim Ballet's full-length Nutcracker with the Symphony Irvine.

Dates:
Location:
City National Grove of Anaheim 2200 East Katella Avenue, Anaheim
Cost:
$30 – $65

Winter Fest OC at OC Fair and Event Center

NOVEMBER 24 - JANUARY 7: Winter Fest OC is a celebration that brings the magic of winter to Southern California. Over a million lights, holiday decor, and activities, including a thrilling 150-foot ice tubing slide, ice skating, snow play area, carnival fun, festive food, and more.

Dates:
Location:
OC Fair & Event Center 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA

Holiday Light Festival at Griffith Park Train Rides

NOVEMBER 24 - JANUARY 5: Enjoy an evening train ride around the festively decorated, one-mile track in Griffith Park that is transformed into a magical train ride with delightful and festive scenes with thousands of lights.

Dates:
Location:
Griffith Park 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, CA
Cost:
$7

Apple Butter Festival at Los Rios Rancho in Yucaipa

NOVEMBER 24-26: Celebrate the end of apple season with live music, pumpkin painting, coloring and kids crafts, cider tasting tour, autumn foliage carriage tours, and apple butter making.

Dates:
Location:
Los Rios Rancho 39611 Oak Glen Road, Oak Glen, CA
Cost:
Free

Thanksgiving Turkey Bash at Lions Tigers & Bears

NOVEMBER 24-25: Get wild at Lions Tigers & Bears the Friday or Saturday after Thanksgiving and watch rescued big cats and bears enjoy their Thanksgiving Feast. 

Dates:
Location:
Lions Tigers & Bears 24402 Martin Way, Alpine, CA
Cost:
$35 – $60

Fire & Ice Festival at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort

NOVEMBER 24 - JANUARY 1: The Fire & Ice Festival at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort is a family-friendly event featuring a large outdoor skating rink with skate rentals and skate aids, fire dancers performing two shows on the weekends, and Lighting of the Bay.

Dates:
Location:
Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA

Lighting of the Bay at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort

NOVEMBER 24 - DECEMBER 31: The waveless bay will transform each evening into a winter wonderland featuring more than fifty lighted holiday decorations and Christmas trees.

Dates:
Location:
Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA
Cost:
Free

Disclaimer: The Kidsguide team works hard to ensure all events are accurate at the time of posting, but details are subject to change without notice. Confirm all details with event organizer before attending. Kidsguide is not liable for errors, omissions, or changes to listings on our calendar.


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