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Holidayfest on South Lake Holiday Celebration

Toby B — Tue, 17 Nov 2026 23:17:57 +0000

Saturday, December 6, 2025 - 12:00pm to 6:00pm

https://www.southlakeavenue.org/holiday-shop-dine-win-on-south-lake-avenue/

Cost:

Free

Holidayfest! kicks off the season along the South Lake Avenue District in Pasadena with a day of family-friendly fun, including live music, holiday activities, raffles, free photos with Santa Claus and holiday characters, cookie decorating, ornament decorating, and more.

Shoppers are joined by carolers in costume and festive life-sized holiday characters up and down the South Lake Avenue district, where many stores offer in-store promotions.

Performers at Santa's Village include Darden the Band (1pm), Jessica Fichot (3pm), and Buyepongo (5pm)

Event is rain or shine. Ample parking is available (both free and paid options.)

Recommended Age:

All ages

Los Angeles

The Valleys

Pasadena / San Marino

Age:

Shops on Lake

345 S. Lake Ave

91101 Pasadena , CA

Phone: 626.792.1259

34° 8' 24.4284" N, 118° 7' 58.44" W

California

Ticketed:

Activity Category:

Fairs & Festivals

Free

Brentwood Country Mart Littles Storytime

Toby B — Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:41:30 +0000

Repeats every week every Wednesday until Wed Jan 28 2026.

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 - 11:00am

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 - 11:00am

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - 11:00am

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 11:00am

https://www.brentwoodcountrymart.com/events

Cost:

Free

Kids are invited to gather round for a weekly storytime at Brentwood Country Mart. And there's snacks!

Event is held in the lower courtyard in partnership with Diesel, A Bookstore.

Recommended Age:

Younger kids

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Brentwood Country Mart

225 26th Street

90402 Santa Monica , CA 34° 2' 50.5212" N, 118° 29' 26.7072" W

California

Ticketed:

Activity Category:

Books & Stories

Free

Admission Services

Lunar New Year Celebration at South Coast Botanic Garden

Toby B — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:19:38 +0000

Repeats every week every Sunday and every Saturday until Sun Feb 22 2026.

Saturday, February 7, 2026 Various times

Sunday, February 8, 2026 Various times

Saturday, February 14, 2026 Various times

Sunday, February 15, 2026 Various times

Saturday, February 21, 2026 Various times

Sunday, February 22, 2026 Various times

https://southcoastbotanicgarden.org/lunar-new-year-celebration-at-south-coast-bo...

Cost:

Included with admission; performance tickets extra

South Coast Botanic Garden invites guests to celebrate the Year of the Horse at its annual Lunar New Year Celebration, with activities the first three weekends in February.

Live performances take place inside the Garden's Hall at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm every Saturday and Sunday*, with lion dancers, martial artists, folk dancers, and drummers.

In addition, guests can visit interactive stations to learn the traditional Chinese handkerchief dance, and play the Korean game Yutnori, the Vietnamese game Bầu Cua Cá Cọp, or the Chinese tradition of Mahjong. Other highlights include the return of the wishing tree and Zodiac Stroll, a new dragon walk and morning tai chi class.

A photo op is also available to capture memories of this special event, alongside specialty foods and hand-mixed cocktails for purchase.

*Additional fee required for performances

Recommended Age:

All ages

Age:

South Coast Botanic Garden

26300 Crenshaw Boulevard

90274 Palos Verdes Peninsula , CA

Phone: 310.544.1948

33° 46' 58.584" N, 118° 20' 43.6704" W

California

Ticketed:

Activity Category:

Fairs & Festivals

Outdoor & Nature

Admission Services

Kids Club at the Americana

Toby B — Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:48:31 +0000

Repeats every week every Tuesday until Tue Jan 27 2026.

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 - 10:00am

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 - 10:00am

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 - 10:00am

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 10:00am

https://americanaatbrand.com/events/kids-club-aab/

Cost:

Free

The Americana at Brand offers fun family-friendly concerts on the green on Tuesdays at 10am and 11am. The weekly events feature live music, storytelling, puppet shows, and other kid-friendly entertainment. The events are held in collaboration with Apple TV+.

Upcoming Schedule:

January 6: Jammin’ with Jared
January 13: Love Bug & Me
January 20: The BeatBuds
January 27: MiniBop

Showtimes at 10am and 11am. Attendance is limited and RSVP is required. RSVP for January dates ** to attend.

Bonus: if all that dancing gets you hungry, participating Americana eateries offer "Kids Eat Free" deals with qualifying purchase for post show dining. (Offers good 11am - 2pm on Tuesdays only, see site for more details)

No more than 6 guests per group

**By registering for Kids Club you agree that you will not attend if anyone in your group is feeling ill.

Recommended Age:

2 - 8

Age:

Americana at Brand

889 Americana Way

91210 Glendale , CA 34° 8' 41.0208" N, 118° 15' 22.0356" W

California

Ticketed:

Activity Category:

Free

Music

Shows & Concerts

Sensory Sensitive Saturdays (Cabrillo Marine Aquarium)

Toby B — Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:49:09 +0000

Repeats every month on the third Saturday until Sat Dec 19 2026.

Saturday, January 17, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Saturday, February 21, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Saturday, March 21, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Saturday, April 18, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Saturday, June 20, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Saturday, July 18, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Saturday, August 15, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Saturday, September 19, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Saturday, October 17, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Saturday, November 21, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

Saturday, December 19, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm

https://cma.recreation.parks.lacity.gov/events/sensory-sensitive-saturday-1

Cost:

Included with admission

Guests can spend some quiet time enjoying the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium on Sensory Sensitive Saturdays, the third Saturday of each month, from 10am to 12pm.

The Welcome Booth offers sensory bags equipped with noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, verbal cue cards and a weighted lap pad. Dedicated areas are also set aside for those who may require a quieter environment.

Recommended Age:

All Ages

Age:

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

3720 Stephen White Drive

90731 San Pedro , CA

Phone: 310.548.7562

33° 42' 39.9924" N, 118° 17' 7.242" W

California

Ticketed:

Activity Category:

Exhibitions

Outdoor & Nature

Special Needs

Admission Services

MOLAA Free Children's Workshops

Toby B — Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:58:40 +0000

Sunday, January 25, 2026 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm

https://molaa.org/events/2025/2/2-valentines-crafts

Cost:

Free

In January, kids can get creative with chromatography, inspired by the works of artist Marcela Armas.

In Coded Earth (2025), artist Marcela Armas uses chromatography to investigate the composition of soils and people. Chromatography is a technique used by scientists to separate mixtures by combining water and gravity. At this drop-in art workshop, participants make their own creature and landscape using special paper, ink, water, and gravity

No experience necessary for this free, all-ages workshop.

Guests can register online.

Recommended Age:

All ages

Age:

Museum of Latin American Art

628 Alamitos Avenue

90802 Long Beach , CA

Phone: 562.437.1689

33° 46' 28.5672" N, 118° 10' 47.2584" W

California

Ticketed:

Activity Category:

Arts

Free

STEM

Admission Services

Santa Ana Tet Festival

Toby B — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 05:59:02 +0000

Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 1:00pm to 6:00pm

https://www.santa-ana.org/tet-lunar-new-year-festival/

Cost:

Free

The 2026 Santa Ana Tết Festival celebrates the Year of the Horse.

This free family-friendly event offers a day of cultural celebration featuring: traditional performances and exhibits, live entertainment including lion dance and dragon dance, library resources, and a Kids Zone.

A fireworks show is scheduled for 5:45pm.

On-site event parking is available at no cost. Parking lot access points are located on the cross streets of Centennial Road and South Fairview Street & the cross streets of Edinger Avenue and South Mohawk Drive.

Event is rain or shine.

Recommended Age:

All ages

Age:

Centennial Park

3000 W. Edinger Ave.

92704 Santa Ana , CA 33° 43' 33.7008" N, 117° 54' 35.8848" W

California

Ticketed:

Activity Category:

Fairs & Festivals

Free

Shows & Concerts

Admission Services

A Faery Hunt Enchanted Adventure

Toby B — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:46:48 +0000

Sunday, February 8, 2026 - 10:30am to 11:30am

https://www.afaeryhunt.com

Cost:

$20

Families can spend an enchanting morning, joining the search for faeries in Brentwood's Crestwood Hills Park.

A Faery Hunt shows are interactive, immersive performances designed for young audiences and families. The experience winds through trails and groves in the park, in search of fairies who appear at every turn. The show is upbeat, whimsical, and not remotely scary.

The enchantment doesn't end with the final curtain call. After the show, the faery folk emerge to meet and greet with their guests.

Recommended Age:

2-9 years

Age:

Crestwood Hills Park

1000 Hanley Avenue

90049 Los Angeles , CA

Phone: 818.324.6802

34° 4' 36.4512" N, 118° 29' 19.8492" W

California

Ticketed:

Activity Category:

Outdoor & Nature

Shows & Concerts

Theater & Dance

Ticket Redemption:

The provider will reach out with further details.

Refund Policy:

Contact provider to reschedule

Childcare Services / Adultcare

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Many children come in costumes. Sunscreen, water, and close-toed shoes are suggested.

Academy Museum Drop-in Workshops for Teens

Toby B — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 04:27:01 +0000

Repeats every month on the third Friday until Fri Feb 20 2026.

Friday, January 16, 2026 - 4:30pm to 6:30pm

Friday, February 20, 2026 - 4:30pm to 6:30pm

https://www.academymuseum.org/en/programs/series/drop-in-workshops-for-teens

Cost:

Included with general admission (free for youth 17 and under)

The Academy Museum's Education team invites teens to join museum educators on the third Friday of every month for free drop-in workshops. Participants can be inspired by the museum’s exhibitions and screenings, explore the museum, hang out, and get creative.

How dramatic: January's Drop-in Workshop for Teens looks at acting..

Teens can lLearn about the craft and techniques of acting. Participants find out what goes into preparing for an audition, exploring one's take on a character, and working through nerves.

Looking ahead, February's workshop focuses on cinematography.

Event meets in the Shirley Temple Education Studio on the museum’s Lower Level. Workshops are designed for teens ages 14 and up. Snacks are provided.

All workshops are free with museum admission and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Museum admission is free for youth ages 17 and under.

Recommended Age:

Designed for teens ages 14 and up

Age:

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

6067 Wilshire Boulevard

90036 Los Angeles , CA

Phone: 323.930.3000

34° 3' 48.9456" N, 118° 21' 40.4208" W

California

Ticketed:

Activity Category:

Arts

Exhibitions

Films & Photography

Free

Indoors

Admission Services

Laurel & Hardy Festival

Toby B — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:54:32 +0000

Saturday, March 14, 2026 Various times

https://tickets.oldtownmusichall.org/movie/laurel-hardy-centennial-celebration

Cost:

$10 - $12

Well here's another nice mess...the Old Town Music Hall celebrates 100 years of Laurel & Hardy.

This special program marks 100 years since Laurel and Hardy were first paired on screen, launching one of the greatest comedy teams in cinema history. This program includes a selection of their most beloved short films - both silent and sound - showcasing their ability to turn the simplest mishap into comic gold. Organ accompaniment for the silent shorts included.

Showtimes:
Saturday March 14: 2:30pm and 7pm

Recommended Age:

6 and up

Age:

Old Town Music Hall

140 Richmond Street