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17 Pumpkin Patches in L.A. to Visit This Fall

Front entrance of Playland Arcade on the Santa Monica Pier, celebrating its 71st anniversary as a historic, family-owned boardwalk arcade.

Playland Arcade Celebrates 71 Years of Family Fun on the Santa Monica Pier

Date With L.A.

Family-Friendly Day Trip Guide to Los Feliz

Get into the fall spirit!

Best Fall Festivals in L.A. for Families

Things to do

Things to Do in L.A for Hispanic Heritage Month

A Disney staycation

Stepping into the Magic: Celebrating Family Time and 70 Years of Disney Fun

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LIVE THEATRE: ENRICHING, ENTERTAINING AND ENGAGING STUDENTS AND FAMILIES

End of Summer Fun

15 Fun-Filled Family Activities in L.A. This Labor Day Weekend

Parks, beaches & more

The Best Outdoor Movie Nights in L.A. for Families 2025

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Score Big This Summer: Family Fun at Dallas Cowboys Training Camp in Oxnard

From Shakespeare plays to unique ice cream adventures, create your family’s seasonal traditions

SoCal Summer Rituals: Family Favorites to Savor the Season

From jazz to global grooves, L.A.’s iconic outdoor music series offer unforgettable evenings all season long

Summer Sounds Under the Stars: Your Guide to L.A.’s Best Outdoor Music Events

Outdoor escapes for you, the kids and grandparents — without leaving anyone behind

Multigenerational Hiking in SoCal: Accessible Trails for All Ages

Things to Do

Family-Friendly 4th of July Events in L.A.

Things to do

11 Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day in L.A.

Parades, picnics & more

2025 L.A. Pride Events for Families

Things to Do

17 Things To Do in SoCal This Memorial Day Weekend

Luxury poolside productivity

Remote Work Retreat: Rooftop Day Pass at Santa Monica Proper Hotel

Things to Do

Bring the Family to These AAPI Month Celebrations in L.A.

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Escape to Oxnard This Summer to Explore These Activities, Best Eats and Places to Stay

From drop-in days to custom schedules

Flexible Los Angeles Summer Camps for Busy Families

Things to Do

2025 Mother’s Day Events in L.A.

Things to do

Los Angeles Earth Day 2025: Best Family Events, Festivals & Activities

Things to do

Bunny Brunch, Egg Hunts & More Easter Events in L.A.

A young girl and an adult librarian woman, both dressed in blue, read a book to a dog with long white hair.

From career help to story time with pups

L.A. Libraries: Much More to Offer Besides Books

Puppets, music & more!

2025 Spring Festivals for L.A. Families

Family-friendly festivities

St. Patrick’s Day Weekend in L.A.

A teen girl with long dark hair walks a blue bike.

Natural History Museum Unveils ‘L.A. on Wheels’ Online Series

Things to Do

2025 Women’s History Month Events in L.A.

Free general admission

SoCal Museums Free-for-All Day Returns March 16

Pink wildflower growing in the grass

Where to go

Flower Fields & Wildflowers: Where to See Spring Blooms in California

Crafts, Music & More

Valentine’s Day Events & Activities for Families in Los Angeles

Festivals, story time and more

Black History Month Events in Los Angeles

Cultural performances, crafts & more

Celebrate Lunar New Year in Los Angeles With These Family-Friendly Events

Free offerings through Jan. 19

Free Museum Entry, Music and Art Classes for L.A. Families Impacted by Wildfires

Things to do

12 MLK Day Events in Los Angeles

Mom's night out

Earlybirds Club Brings Joyful Nightlife for Women 40+ to L.A.

Inclusive News

Sensory-Friendly Mornings at Discovery Cube Los Angeles

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Help Bring Play to Children at the Cayton Children’s Museum

Countdown to 2025

21 Kid-Friendly NYE Events in L.A.

7 Kwanzaa Events in L.A. for Families

Where to go

2024 Hanukkah Celebrations in L.A.

'Tis the season

Holiday Happenings: Festive Family-Friendly Events in Los Angeles

Where to go

11 Ways to Experience The Nutcracker in Los Angeles

All aboard!

Metrolink Holiday Train Kicks Off in Anaheim

Immersive experience

Holiday Magic Returns to Descanso Gardens with Enchanted Forest of Light

Los Angeles Tree Lighting Ceremonies

New in Town

New Build-A-Bear X Hello Kitty® and Friends Workshop Opens in L.A.

Purr-fect new spot

Paws and Relax: It’s Cuddle Time at Pasadena’s Tail Town Cat Café

Concerts, musicals & more

2024 Holiday Performances: ‘The Nutcracker,’ Choral Concerts and More

Holiday shopping

Merry Marketplaces: L.A. Pop-ups, Craft Fairs and Makers’ Shops

A photo of the main Rose Parade float in red.

Tournament of Roses details

Ushering in 2025: Your Guide to the Rose Parade

Photo ops & more

Santa Sightings: Where to Catch St. Nick in and Around L.A.

Extended through April 13!

Balloon Museum Lets Adults (and Kids!) be Kids Again

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DC Super Heroes at Discovery Cube Los Angeles

Indoor play space

Castle & Crown Opens in Burbank: A Whimsical New Destination for Children and Families

Where to celebrate

Day of the Dead Events, Festivals and Celebrations

Slime time!

Sloomoo Institute Offfers Slimey, Family Fun

Spooky fun for all

50 Halloween Events for Kids in Los Angeles

A family looks up at a lit holiday sculpture.

Festive streets, immersive installations and more

Best Places to See Holiday Lights in Los Angeles Area

Fall fun

2024 Best Pumpkin Patches in Los Angeles

Things to do

21 Fall Festivals in L.A.

New in Town

New Bike Rental Service in San Pedro

Family-friendly events

2024 Hispanic Heritage Month

Fall Fun

Halloween Time and Plaza de la Familia Return to Disneyland Resort

Event will be held at Hilltop Sept. 1

Prosperity Market Hosts Black Business Month Event at Hilltop

Family-friendly events

2024 Labor Day Weekend Fun Guide

Festive Fun

Fall Favorites

Back-to-School Fun

LEGO® DREAMZzz™ at the L.A. Zoo Back-to-School Adventure

Family Vacation

Where to Stay For a Family Trip in Orange County

Local Fun

Experience Outdoor Live Theater This Summer

Local Fun

Summer Fun at Outdoor Concerts in L.A.

Local Fun

The Best Outdoor Movie Events in L.A. This Summer

Where to Go

L.A. Gardens Are the New Summer Night Oasis

Where to Go

The Night Is Young at L.A.’s Night Markets

Local Fun

Muse on Local L.A. Museums This Summer

Local Fun

Hideaway from Heat at These L.A. Bookstores

Where to Go

Stay Cool at These Family-Friendly Breweries and Wineries

Embrace Family Fun

A Family Day in the OC: Where to Eat, Play and Stay

Uncover the Secrets of Movie Magic

L.A. Studio Tours for Film Fanatics and the Mildly Curious

Date with L.A.

Hotel Erwin: A Weekend in Venice With and Without Kids

Where to Go

Summer Nights in L.A.: Pop-Up Markets, Garden Events, Outdoor Movies, Concerts and Theater Shows

Stay Cool

Beat the Heat with These Cool Escapes

Insider Tips

Navigate SoCal Sports Stadiums Like a Pro

Water Play!

Splash into Summer: The Ultimate Guide to Water-Filled Fun

Things to Do

Los Angeles Summer Fairs & Festivals: 10 Ways for the Whole Family to Carnival

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Family Programs at The Soraya

Summer Fun

4th of July Celebrations: Parades, Festivals & Block Parties

Where to Eat

4th of July BBQs & Brunches

Celebrate Independence Day

4th of July Fireworks in Los Angeles

Ninja Academy Opens in Los Angeles

Things to Do

Juneteenth Events in Los Angeles

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Expedition Dinosaur at Discovery Cube Los Angeles

A wallpaper of red line buses frame a bed at The Redline Venice Hotel.

A New Hotel on Venice Beach: The Redline Venice Confronts Racism, Offers Luxury

A man in a red apron grills chicken. This is for a Memorial Day roundup.

Family fun for the long weekend

Our Memorial Day Roundup of Events in L.A. and Beyond

Exhibits, Festivals & More

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with These Family-Friendly Events in L.A.

Celebrate Mom

Mother’s Day Treats, Getaways, Spa days and More Ideas for Mom

Where to go

5 Spots for Mother’s Day Fun in L.A.

Local fun

Celebrate Earth Day 2024 in Los Angeles with These Kid-Friendly Events

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Playing Your Way to a Better World at the Cayton Children’s Museum