Bask in festivals, farm tours, art installations and nature walks
Library events, festivals & more
The Best Family-Friendly Women’s History Month Events in Los Angeles
With six locations across Los Angeles and Orange County, Sender One brings indoor rock climbing, kids programs and birthday parties together in one space.
Sender One: Climbing Gyms Offer Fun for Families
Celebrate Valentine season by sharing your love story at the iconic Santa Monica Pier and be featured in this community tradition.
Santa Monica Pier Month of Love Invites Valentine Story Sharing
Celebrate Black History Month with family friendly festivals, concerts, art programs, parades and cultural events across L.A.
Best Black History Month Events in Los Angeles
From ball pits to infinity rooms, this playful immersive exhibit invites kids and parents to escape into a colorful world of bubbles in downtown L.A.
Inside Bubble Planet: DTLA’s Immersive Bubble Experience for Families
The new space-themed land opens March 6 with an indoor roller coaster, interactive rides and immersive LEGO storytelling.
Legoland California Unveils $90M Lego Galaxy This March
From lion dances and parades to family festivals and cultural performances, here’s where to celebrate the Year of the Horse in L.A.
Best Lunar New Year Celebrations Across Los Angeles
Bring a taste of romance home with this indulgent dessert recipe from Shutters on the Beach’s signature restaurant.
A Valentine Chocolate Panna Cotta from Shutters on the Beach
From jazz-filled supper clubs to walkable neighborhoods and vineyard escapes, these L.A. date nights are perfect for parents craving connection.
Love in L.A.: Parent-Approved Date Nights Worth the Babysitter
From Korean day spas to desert hot springs and icy plunges, these restorative water experiences help Angelenos reset and recharge.
Healing Waters Around Los Angeles: Hot Springs, Spas and Cold Plunges
Skyline Pitch opens atop The Americana at Brand, offering rooftop soccer fields, training areas and community events for all ages.
New Rooftop Soccer Experience Brings Family Fun to Glendale
The Parent Institute for Quality Education is training parents to advocate for equitable schools and stronger family voices across Los Angeles and Orange counties.
Parents Step Into Leadership Through PIQE’s Ambassador Program
From parades and concerts to volunteer projects and family events, here are meaningful ways to honor Martin Luther King Jr. with kids across Los Angeles.
Things to Do MLK Day Weekend in Los Angeles
Escape the holiday rush with a serene stay at Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa — ocean views, igloo dining, hydrafacials, cozy suites, and quiet moments by the sea.
A Winter Wellness Getaway in Dana Point: Rest, Spa, and Coastal Calm
Skip the airport and head to Carlsbad for festive lights, Santa visits, resort events, LEGO holiday magic, and coastal escapes just 90 miles from Los Angeles.
Carlsbad Holiday Getaway: Family-Friendly Winter Break Fun Near L.A.
From noon-year balloon drops for toddlers to fireworks shows and harbor cruises for teens, here are the best family-friendly New Year’s Eve events across Los Angeles, the Valley, the Westside, and the OC.
Family-Friendly New Year’s Eve Events in Los Angeles: 24 Ways to Ring in 2026 With Kids
From neighborhood classics like Candy Cane Lane to immersive walk-through shows like Holiday Road and LA Zoo Lights, here are the best places for families to see Christmas and holiday lights across Los Angeles and Southern California this season.
21 Best Holiday Light Displays in Los Angeles for Families (2025–2026)
Step into 12,000 square feet of interactive exhibits, perception-bending rooms, and STEM-based learning at Santa Monica’s newest family-friendly museum on Third Street Promenade.
Inside Santa Monica’s Museum of Illusions: A Mind-Bending Family Experience
Celebrity guests and local nonprofits unite to empower L.A. teens through sci-fi storytelling
‘Hopepunk: How We Rise’ Brings Community Together to Support L.A. County Student Writers
The best presents aren’t things — they’re the memories we make with the people we love
The Gift of Experiences
Meaningful ways to volunteer with your kids this season and beyond
Ways Families Can Give Back Together
Delight in festive treats at Asian cafés, bakeries and dessert shops
Dreamy Desserts in the San Gabriel Valley
The iconic toy retailer is back and better than ever. Celebrate the grand opening of its new flagship Camarillo store with fun family events, giveaways, and more this October.
Toys ‘R’ Us Returns with New Flagship Store at Camarillo Premium Outlets
From pumpkin patches and DÃa de los Muertos to parades, light trails and museum fests, here are the best family Halloween events across L.A., sorted with dates and highlights.
57 Kid-Friendly Halloween Events Around Los Angeles (2025)
One family at a time
Save the Butterflies: 6 Ways L.A. Families Can Help Protect the Western Monarch
Local weekend getaway
Hotel del Coronado: Reimagined Luxury for SoCal Families Seeking Rest and Play
From Shakespeare plays to unique ice cream adventures, create your family’s seasonal traditions
SoCal Summer Rituals: Family Favorites to Savor the Season
A mother-daughter duo explores the mountain getaway spot that has it all — nature adventures, fine dining and more
Bonding and Adventure: A Mother-Daughter Escape to Big Bear Lake
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
For a successful camping trip with kids, try these fun and essential tips
Camping With Kids: How to Plan a Fun, Stress-Free Outdoor Family Adventure
Bellflower’s Ysabella Cajanding shines on Team USA in Germany
Bellflower Teen Heads to World Championships with Team USA in Dragon Boat Racing
Viral weatherman remixes forecasts and fatherhood
Adam Krueger: Fox 11’s new chief meteorologist brings music, family and fresh energy to L.A.
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Escape to Oxnard This Summer to Explore These Activities, Best Eats and Places to Stay
Volunteer to help rebuild on Saturdays in April
Altadena’s Loma Alta Park Reopening as Community Support Hub after Eaton fire
Southland residents recount the horror of the January wildfires, express need for long-term support
SoCal Wildfire Survivors: ‘Don’t Forget About Us’
Los Angeles-area programs provide stability, fun and growth opportunities
L.A. Summer Camps: A Safe Haven for Kids in Challenging Times
More than wildflowers
Beyond the Blooms: All the Ways to Enjoy Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in Spring
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
Free art and music classes Jan. 14-17
