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The Porsche Effect Exhibit
Petersen Automotive Museum, L.A., CA10 a.m.-6 p.m. Feb. 3-Jan. 27, 2019. The Petersen Automotive Museum's new exhibit "The Porsche Effect" celebrates the worldwide impact of the car company's legendary...
02/03/2018 - 01/27/2019: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
KING TUT: Treasures of the Golden Pharaoh Exhibit
California Science Center, L.A., CA10 a.m.-5 p.m. March 24-Jan. 13. Celebrating the centennial of the discovery of King Tut's tomb, this immersive exhibition (presented by the Egyptian Ministry of...
03/24/2018 - 01/13/2019: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Warner Bros. Studio Tour's Justice League Exhibit
Warner Brothers Studios, Burbank, CA8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood just got a little more super. That is because of its new exhibit that is all...
05/05/2018 - 12/29/2018: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Becoming Los Angeles Exhibition
Natural History Museum, L.A., CA9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. June 1-Dec. 31 (closed Nov. 22, Dec. 25). Discover how Los Angeles became Los Angeles. The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles...
06/01/2018 - 12/31/2018: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition
Natural History Museum, L.A., CA9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 19-Jan. 6. NHMLA presents this showcase of the 53rd year’s finalists and category winners. The exhibition features 99 stunning images from...
08/19/2018 - 01/06/2019: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Childhood Left at the Station Exhibit
Los Angeles Museum of the Holocaust, L.A., CA10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Thur., Sat.-Sun., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Fri. Aug. 26-Dec. 31 (closed Sept. 10, 19, Nov. 22, Dec. 25). In honor of the 80th anniversary...
08/26/2018 - 12/31/2018: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
La Reina de Los Ángeles Exhibition
Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge, CA9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 17-Jan. 13 (closed 12/25). The Los Angeles River has been played a pivotal role in the story of our city, although...
09/17/2018 - 01/13/2019: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Lion Guard Exhibit
Discovery Cube OC, Santa Ana, CA10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 22-Jan. 13. The first-ever museum exhibit based on Disney Junior’s hit series, “The Lion Guard” takes young fans and their families...
09/22/2018 - 01/13/2019: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Annex Food Hall and First 5 Ventura County Kids Club
The Collection at Riverpark, Oxnard, CAThe Annex Food Hall offers a morning of storytime and crafts in partnership with First 5 Ventura County and the Oxnard Public Library. First 5...
09/26/2018 - 12/26/2018: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Auto-Didactic: The Juxtapoz School Exhibition
Petersen Automotive Museum, L.A., CA10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 29-June 30. A combination of the cool and crazy, this eclectic exhibition highlights the work of more than 50 artists from...
09/29/2018 - 06/30/2019: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Pompeii The Exhibition
Ronald Reagan Library and Museum, Simi Valley, CA10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 6-April 21 (closed Nov. 22, Dec. 25, Jan. 1). This exhibit offers a phenomenal look at one of the history's legendary...
10/06/2018 - 04/21/2019: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Origami in the Garden
Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden, Claremont, CA8 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 20-April 14 (closed Nov. 22, Dec. 25, Jan. 1). The Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden is home to 16 large-scale metal...
10/20/2018 - 04/14/2019: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Lost at Sea: The Explorations of Dr. Robert Ballard Exhibition
Battleship IOWA, San Pedro, CA10 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 30-Dec. 31, 2019 (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas) Dive into the fascinating world of sea wreck explorations at the Battleship IOWA. This...
10/30/2018 - 12/31/2019: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
ICE At Santa Monica
ICE At Santa Monica Rink, Santa Monica, CA2-10 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 2 p.m.-midnight Fri., 10 a.m.-midnight Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sun. Nov. 3-Jan. 21. Chill out by the Pacific Ocean at Santa Monica's...
11/03/2018 - 01/21/2019: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Holidays at the Disneyland Resort
Disneyland Resorts, Anaheim, CAHours vary, Nov. 9-Jan. 6. "The Happiest Place on Earth" will be jolly with holiday merriment at Disneyland and California Adventure - both will be...
11/09/2018 - 01/06/2019: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Del Amo Fashion Center's Santa Photo Experience
Del Amo Fashion Center, Torrance, CACome out to get your holiday photo taken professionally at the Del Amo Fashion Center. To learn more about the hours of operation and to...
11/09/2018 - 12/24/2018: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm
Legends of Los Angeles: Southern California Race Cars and Their Builders Exhibition
Petersen Automotive Museum, L.A., CA10 a.m.-6 p.m. through Nov. 30, 2019. In this exhibit, the Petersen Automotive Museum explores the stories of the region’s racing cars, builders and tracks....
11/10/2018 - 11/30/2019: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Reagan Library's Christmas Tree Exhibit
Ronald Reagan Library and Museum, Simi Valley, CA10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 1-Jan. 7 (closed Nov. 22, Dec. 25, Jan. 1). This annual holiday exhibit displays 25 specially decorated trees that reflect the...
11/10/2018 - 01/06/2019: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Los Cerritos Center's Santa HQ
Los Cerritos Center, Cerritos, CAVarious times Nov. 10-Dec. 24 (closed Thanksgiving). Stop by Santa's headquarters and get your picture taken with Mr. Claus. Kids also can go through Elf...
11/10/2018 - 12/24/2018: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
L.A. Kings Holiday Ice at L.A. Live
L.A. Live, L.A., CA5-7 p.m., 7:30-9:30 p.m., 10 p.m.-midnight Nov. 10-Jan. 7. The public can skate on this outdoor rink that will situated just a puck's throw from...
11/10/2018 - 01/07/2019: 5:00 pm - 12:00 am
The Bai Holiday Ice Rink Pershing Square
Pershing Square, L.A., CA11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sun. Nov. 15-Dec. 15. 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Dec. 16-31. For...
11/15/2018 - 12/15/2018: 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
Alexa Meade Interactive Holiday Pop-ups
Beverly Hills, Beverly Hills, California5-8 p.m. Nov. 15-Dec. 23. Artist Alexa Meade plans to create three interactive holiday themed art pop-ups to welcome the holiday spirit to Beverly Hills....
11/15/2018 - 12/23/2018: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Knott's Merry Farm
Knott’s Berry Farm, Buena Park, CATimes vary. Nov. 16-Jan. 6 (closed Dec. 25). The Berry Farm will be even merrier this holiday season as Knott's largest ever Christmas display, with...
11/16/2018 - 01/06/2019: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Santa Photo Experience
The Shops At Montebello, Montebello, CAFrom Nov. 16-Dec. 24, Santa will be at The Shops at Montebello! Come out to get your holiday photo taken professionally. To learn more about...
11/16/2018 - 12/24/2018: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm
L.A. Kings Holiday Ice at the Pike
The Pike Outlets, Long Beach, CA5-8 p.m., 8:30-10:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 4-7 p.m., 7:30-10:30 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Nov. 16-Dec. 17; 4-7 p.m., 7:30-10:30 p.m. Dec. 16-Jan. 6. The Pike Outlets in Long...
11/16/2018 - 01/06/2019: 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
L.A. Zoo Lights
L.A. Zoo, L.A., CA6-10 p.m. Nov. 16-Dec. 23 (closed Nov. 22). Explore a disco ball forest, watch animal constellations come to life among the glowing "Northern Lights," and...
11/16/2018 - 12/23/2018: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Letters to Santa at the Annex Food Hall
The Collection at Riverpark, Oxnard, CAYoungsters can sign, seal, and deliver their Letters to Santa at The Collection’s Santa Express Mail Box located inside The Annex Food Hall. Children may...
11/17/2018 - 12/24/2018: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal City, CATimes vary, Nov. 17-Jan. 6. Yuletide spirits will be inhabiting Hogmeade during the holiday season. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will don its festive...
11/17/2018 - 01/06/2019: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
L.A. Zoo's Reindeer Romp
L.A. Zoo, L.A., CA10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 16-Jan. 6 (closed Nov. 22, Dec. 25). Join the animals at the L.A. Zoo this holiday season in welcoming their special...
11/17/2018 - 01/06/2019: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Santa Photos at Santa Monica Place
Santa Monica Playhouse, Santa Monica , CAnoon-8 p.m. Mon.-Thur.; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun. Nov. 17-Dec. 8; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun.-Thur.; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Dec. 9-Dec. 24...
11/17/2018 - 12/24/2018: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Science of Gingerbread Competition
Discovery Cube L.A., Sylmar, CADiscovery Cube will host its annual Science of Gingerbread Competition and Festival at its Orange County and Los Angeles locations through December 2. This festive...
11/17/2018 - 12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
SeaWorld's Christmas Celebration
SeaWorld, San Diego, CATimes vary. Nov. 17 through Jan. 6. A visit to SeaWorld during the holidays means a chance to go to Santa's Christmas Village and Rudolph’s...
11/17/2018 - 01/06/2019: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
L.A. Kings Holiday Ice Westfield Topanga
Westfield Topanga, Canoga Park, CA5-8 p.m., 8:30-10:30 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 4-7 p.m., 7:30-10:30 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Nov. 17-Dec. 14; 4-7 p.m., 7:30-10:30 p.m. Dec. 15-Jan. 6. Outdoor ice skating returns to...
11/17/2018 - 01/06/2019: 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Enchanted: Forest of Light
Descanso Gardens, La Cañada-Flintridge, CA5-10 p.m. Nov. 18-Jan. 6 (closed Dec. 25). Descanso Gardens invites you to become "enchanted" all over again. This uniquely illuminating installation presents a one-mile...
11/18/2018 - 01/06/2019: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Science Of Gingerbread
Discovery Cube L.A., Sylmar, CA10 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 23-Jan.6 (closed Dec. 25). Treat yourself to a trip to see South Cal’s largest Gingerbread Competition and Display at the Cube,...
11/23/2018 - 01/06/2019: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Plaza West Covina's Photos With Santa
Plaza West Covina, West Covina, CANoon-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. Sun. Nov. 23–Dec. 9; 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Mon.-Sat., noon-6 p.m. Sun. Dec. 10-16; 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon.-Sun. Dec. 17-23. 9...
11/23/2018 - 12/24/2018: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Queen Mary Christmas
Queen Mary, Long Beach, CA2-8 p.m. Nov. 23-30, Dec. 3-7, 10-14, 17-20; noon-9 p.m.; Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 21-30, Jan. 1-6; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 31. The Queen Mary...
11/23/2018 - 01/06/2019: 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Holiday Train Rides In Griffith Park
Griffith Park and Southern Railroad, L.A., CA5-8 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 5-9 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Nov. 23-Dec. 30 (closed Dec. 24-25). Families can have a memorable rail adventure on the Holiday Train Ride. Tens...
11/23/2018 - 12/23/2018: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
La Villa De Santa Claus
Fox Performing Arts Center, Riverside, CA6 p.m. Nov. 29-30, 10 a.m., 3 p.m. Dec. 1-2. For the past decade, La Villa De Santa Claus (Santa Claus' Village) has been a holiday...
11/29/2018 - 12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
p1440 Huntington Beach
Huntington State Beach, Huntington Beach, CAProfessional beach volleyball player and three-time Olympic gold medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings will bring her event series, p1440 to Huntington State Beach. p1440 Huntington Beach...
11/30/2018 - 12/02/2018: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
LA Auto Show 2018
L.A. Convention Center, L.A., CA9 a.m.-10 a.m. Nov. 30, Dec. 1-2, 7-8; 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Dec. 3-6; 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Dec. 9. Last year, this global show had 1,000...
11/30/2018 - 12/09/2018: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Pomona Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show
Pomona Fairplex, Pomona, CA10 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 30-Dec. 1; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 2. With more than 300 multi-talented artists & crafters showcasing thousands of handmade items, you...
11/30/2018 - 12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Miami City Ballet: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker
Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, L.A., CA7:30 p.m. Nov. 30, 2 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1, 11 a.m., 4 p.m. Dec. 2. The Miami City Ballet returns to the Music Center...
11/30/2018 - 12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Christmas Festival Concerts “Star of Wonder”
Samuelson Chapel, California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks, CA8 p.m. Nov. 30, 4 p.m. Dec. 1-2. The Cal Lutheran Choral Ensembles and University String Symphony combine forces to present the annual Christmas Festival...
11/30/2018 - 12/02/2018: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Aquarium Holidays
Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach, CA9 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 1-23. During the holiday season the Aquarium of the Pacific will present a number of special seasonal attractions. Both the Aquarium...
12/01/2018 - 12/23/2018: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Pop-up Program: The Smells of Winter
Kidspace Children’s Museum, Pasadena, CAThis weekend's Pop-up Program is especially aimed at little learners up to age 5. They will be able to enjoy the smells of winter by...
12/01/2018 - 12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wilmington's Victorian Christmas Weekend Celebration
Banning Museum, Wilmington, CA11 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 1-2. Travel to Wilmington this weekend and experience a pair of historically-minded Christmas celebrations. At the Banning Museum, visitors will enjoy...
12/01/2018 - 12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tommy Humbug and the Christmas Gypsies
Haugh Center for the Performing Arts, Glendora, CA1:30, 3:30 p.m. Dec. 1, 1:30 p.m. Dec. 2. Citrus Theatre Arts Department presents this amusing musical where Tommy Humbug goes on a magical adventure...
12/01/2018 - 12/02/2018: 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Los Angeles Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
Alex Theatre, Glendale, CA6 p.m. Dec. 1, 2 p.m. Dec. 2. Accompany the Los Angeles Ballet's splendid dancers as they jeté back to L.A. on Christmas Eve, 1912...
12/01/2018 - 12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Ventura County Ballet's “The Nutcracker”
Oxnard Performing Arts Center, Oxnard, CA2 p.m. Dec. 1-2. Ventura County Ballet Company, Ventura County’s premiere regional ballet, returns for its 20th year to perform Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. This can’t-miss holiday...
12/01/2018 - 12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Irvine Park Railroad’s Christmas Train
Irvine Park Railroad, Irvine Regional Park, Orange, CA4-8 p.m. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Dec. 1-23. Families can take a quick jaunt in Irvine Regional Park to the North Pole, where they...
12/01/2018 - 12/23/2018: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Lamplight Holiday Tours
Heritage Square Museum, L.A., CA4-6 p.m. Dec. 1-2. Step back in time as you walk around Heritage Square's historic houses and experience the holidays 1918-style. More than just a...
12/01/2018 - 12/02/2018: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Marina Lights
Burton Chace Park, Marina del Rey, CA4-10 p.m. Dec. 1-31. The holiday lights won't just be on the boats in the Marina, but they will also be up in Marina del...
12/01/2018 - 12/31/2018: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Grand Park’s Winter Glow
Grand Park, L.A., CA6-10 p.m. Dec. 1-25. Grand Park will have a new look during December's nights. The first-ever Winter Glow is an immersive art experience for the...
12/01/2018 - 12/25/2018: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Angel City Chorale Holiday Concert
Immanuel Presbytarian Church, Los Angeles, CA7 p.m. Dec. 1-2. Fresh off their golden buzzer appearance on “America's Got Talent,” the 180 voices of Angel City Chorale present some of their...
12/01/2018 - 12/02/2018: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
2018 Jingle Bell Run: Thousand Oaks
Paramount Ranch, Agoura Hills, CABe part of the longest-running, holiday-themed 5K race series anywhere – and fight with us to conquer arthritis! The Arthritis Foundation’s original Jingle Bell Run...
12/02/2018: 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Silent Santa at The Collection
The Collection at Riverpark, Oxnard, CAThis annual event welcomes children of all ages with Autism, hearing impairment, or other special needs to experience a private visit with Santa. Youngsters and...
12/02/2018: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Caring Santa
Del Amo Fashion Center, Torrance, CATo make this event as inclusive as possible, the Del Amo Fashion Center will make necessary adjustments to the environment to support the sensory, physical...
12/02/2018: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Fashion Mamas Presents Kids Fashion Fair Holiday Show
The Americana at Brand, Glendale, CAFashion Mamas' 15th Kids Fashion Fair show offers a chance to enjoy shopping stylish kids brands, an Art Camp kids crafting station (they'll be making...
12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Holidays at Legoland
Legoland, Carlsbad, CA10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon., Thur.-Fri., Sun.; 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat. Dec. 1-17. Where else can you get a photo with LEGO Santa and his LEGO...
12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Kings, Queens & Castles Exhibit
Bowers Kidseum, Santa Ana, CA10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Sept. 28-Feb. 19. This exhibit ingeniously brings the classic game of chess to life in an engaging way for youngsters. They...
12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Osmo Pop-Up at Westfield Culver City
Westfield Culver City, Culver City, CAOsmo, the maker of award-winning STEAM games, hosts a special 4-day pop-up, where kids (5 and older) to play with the entire range of Osmo’s...
12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sally Mann: A Thousand Crossings Exhibition
Getty Center, L.A., CA10 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Tues.-Fri., Sun.; 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Sat. Nov. 16-Feb. 10. Photography Sally Mann focuses on people, things, and place, particularly the American South...
12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Santa Through The Season
One Colorado Old Pasadena, Pasadena, CA5-9 p.m. Thurs-Fri., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.- 7p.m. Sun. Nov. 23-Dec. 24. One Colorado is providing all-access to Santa throughout the holiday season....
12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Skypark At Santa's Village
Skypark At Santa’s Village, Sky Forest, CA10 a.m.-6 p.m. Thur., Sun. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Nov. 15-Jan. 6 (closed Dec. 25, Jan. 1). Santa's Village is a nostalgic memory for many...
12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sunday Funnies Teen Improv Comedy Class
Joy Theatre, Sherman Oaks , CACome on down to Joy Theatre and play some fun improv games. Learn awesome acting skills, make great friends, and hang out with their super...
12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The VOID and ILMxLAB's Hyper-Reality VR Experience
Glendale Galleria, Glendale, CAStar Wars: Secrets of the Empire will transport guests deep into the Star Wars universe allowing them to walk freely and untethered on an interactive...
12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Underworld: Imagining the Afterlife Exhibition
Getty Villa, Pacific Palisades, CA10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon., Wed.-Sun. Oct. 31-March 18. It seems fitting that an exhibit about the Underworld would open on Halloween. This Getty Villa exhibition...
12/02/2018: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
A Faery Hunt Enchanted Adventure
Crestwood Hills Park, Brentwood, CACome and see why Nickelodeon named A Faery Hunt "Best Children's Theater in Los Angeles" This interactive performance is designed for young audiences and families...
12/02/2018: 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Pasadena Playhouse presents Bob Baker's Marionettes
Carrie Hamilton Theatre, Pasadena Playhouse, Pasadena, CA10:30 a.m. Fri., 2:30 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Nov. 24-Dec. 9. Just because its theater has closed temporarily, Bob Baker Marionettes couldn't go through the holidays without...
12/02/2018: 10:30 am - 3:00 pm
Six Flags Magic Mountain's Holiday in the Park!
Six Flags Magic Mountain, Valencia, CADec. 1-2, 8-9, 15-30. Thrilling rides, exciting family entertainment, and tasty seasonal treats are on the holiday menu at Six Flags Magic Mountain. On select...
12/02/2018: 10:30 am - 9:00 pm
Sugar Plum Express Holiday Village & Tree Train
Fillmore & Western Railway Co., Fillmore, CA10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Nov. 24-Dec. 9, 11 a.m. Dec. 15-23. Hop aboard one of the Fillmore & Western vintage trains and take a...
12/02/2018: 10:30 am - 5:00 pm
Support for Parents Group Meeting
The Baila Baila Studio, Santa Monica, CAJoin a group of caring dedicated parents to discuss the wonderful and often challenging topic of parenting. Facilitated by Laurie Storlie, the group creates a...
12/02/2018: 10:30 am - 11:45 am
3D: Double Vision Exhibit
LACMA, L.A., CA11 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon., Tues., Thurs., 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat.-Sun. July 15–March 31. You won't believe your eyes as you walk...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Buckle Up for Love!
Greenleaf Avenue, Whittier, CAHosted by the Uptown Whittier Improvement Association (UWIA) and Ford Motor Company, this family-friendly event will focus on raising awareness for car safety and providing...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Ceremonies and Celebrations: Textile Treasures from the USC Pacific Asia Museum Collection
USC Pacific Asia Museum, Pasadena, CA11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed., Fri.-Sun., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thur. Sept. 14-Jan. 6. (closed Nov. 21-22, Dec. 24-25, Dec. 31-Jan. 1). Drawn from the museum's extraordinary...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fa La Land Interactive Holiday Exhibit
Row DTLA, Los Angeles, CA11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sun. Nov. 18-Jan. 6. With a wonderful range of unique...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
Here Exhibition
Los Angeles Municipal Art Gallery, L.A., CA11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thur.-Sun. Oct. 25-Jan. 6. In this group exhibition, local artists explore the relationships between "self" and "other" and "here" versus "there." They...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Kaiju vs Heroes: Mark Nagata's Journey through the World of Japanese Toys
Japanese American National Museum, L.A., CA11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues-Wed., Fri.–Sun. noon-8 p.m. Thur. Sept. 15-March 24. Back in the 1970s, Mark Nagata was your typical California kid, but then he...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Merion Estes: Unnatural Disasters Exhibition
Craft & Folk Art Museum, L.A., CA11 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Sept. 30-Jan. 6. This exhibit presents a 20-year survey of the Los Angeles-based mixed media artist. This...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Mini-Train Rides
Wilson Park, Torrance, CAHave a little old-fashioned fun taking a mini-train ride in Torrance's Wilson Park. The Southern California Live Steamers offers these public run days on the...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
National Geographic Photo Ark Exhibition
Annenberg Space For Photography, Century City, CA11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wed.-Sun. Oct. 13-Jan 21. National Geographic Fellow and photographer Joel Sartore's life mission is to photograph every species living in the world’s...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
One Day at a Time: Manny Farber and Termite Art Exhibit
MOCA Grand Ave., L.A., CA11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon., Wed., Fri., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Thur., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Oct. 14-March 11. "Termite Art" was a term conceived by American...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Outliers and American Vanguard Art Exhibit
LACMA, L.A., CA11 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Tues., Thurs., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Nov. 18-March 17. This exhibition, which is making its West Coast debut...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Rauschenberg: In and About L.A. Exhibit
LACMA, L.A., CA11 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Tues, Thur., 11 a.m. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Aug. 11-Feb. 10. Robert Rauschenberg was one of the leading...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Skirball's Hanukkah Family Festival
Skirball Cultural Center, L.A., CA"This Little Light of Mine" is a quite appropriate motto for a celebration of the ancient Jewish festival of light. The festival will also explore...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Train To Santa’s Workshop
Orange Empire Railway Museum, Perris, CA5:30-8 p.m. Nov. 29-30, Dec. 7, 13-14, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 15-16. Embark on an enchanting holiday train ride, where elves will lead...
12/02/2018: 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Giggle Gaggle Sundays Kids Improv Class
Joy Theatre, Sherman Oaks, CACome on down to Joy theatre and play some fun improv games! Learn awesome acting skills, make great friends, and hang out with super cool...
12/02/2018: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Handcrafted Holiday Workshops
The Village at Westfield Topanga, Woodland Hills, CAAt this festive family-friendly crafting experiences, guests will be provided with all crafting materials to make your own holiday crafts! Dec 2’s project is Holiday...
12/02/2018: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
It’s Holiday Time in PaleyLand
Paley Center for Media, Beverly Hills, CaliforniaThe Paley Center for Media is transforming into an interactive holiday-themed exhibit for families. Warm up with some hot cocoa and enjoy activities including family...
12/02/2018: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Joy Theatre Kids Giggle Gaggle Improv Comedy Class
Joy Theatre, Sherman Oaks, CA, LA CountyCome on down to Joy Theatre and play some fun improve games. Learn awesome acting skills, make great friends, and hang out with the super...
12/02/2018: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Kevin Sloan: "A Collection of Rarities" Exhibit
California Museum of Art Thousand Oaks, Thousand Oaks, Californianoon-7 p.m. Wed.-Sun. Nov. 8-Feb. 17 (closed Nov. 22, Dec. 25, Jan. 1). Explore the beauty of the natural world in this solo exhibition. At the...
12/02/2018: 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg Exhibit
Skirball Cultural Center, L.A., CAnoon-5 p.m. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (closed Nov. 22, Dec. 25). Oct. 19-March 10. Based upon the best-selling book of the same name, "Notorious...
12/02/2018: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Orbit Pavilion
Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens, San Marino, CAnoon-4:30 p.m. Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri.; 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sat., Sun. through Sept. 2, 2019. In collaboration with NASA and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and...
12/02/2018: 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm
The Greatest Holiday Showman
Pico Playhouse, West. L.A., CAnoon-1 p.m. Dec. 2, 9, 16, 22-23. Climb aboard the magic holiday-sleigh with Elf, who will take audiences on a journey to find out about...
12/02/2018: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
World on the Horizon: Swahili Arts Across the Indian Ocean Exhibit
Fowler Museum at UCLA, Westwood, CAnoon-8 p.m. Wed., n00n-5 p.m. Thur.-Sun. Oct. 21-Feb. 10. The Fowler Museum at UCLA presents the first major traveling exhibition dedicated to the arts of...
12/02/2018: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
All About Santa
Santa Monica Playhouse, Santa Monica, CA2 p.m. Sat., 12:30 p.m. Sun. Dec. 1-16. This yuletide musical comedy is about what happens when Santa mysteriously disappears and Mrs. Claus keep the...
12/02/2018: 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Elf: The Musical
Carpenter Performing Arts Center, Long Beach, CA7 p.m. Nov. 30, Dec. 5, 7-8; 2 p.m., 7 p.m. Dec. 1, 6, 8. 1 p.m., 6 p.m. Dec. 2, 9. Musical Theatre West...
12/02/2018: 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fowler Families: Printing with Purpose
Fowler at UCLA, Westwood, CAExplore the legacy of independent publishing in Mexico City in the exhibition "South of No North: Gato Negro Ediciones." Then you can design an original...
12/02/2018: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Hanukkah at The Point
The Point, El Segundo, CaliforniaThe event, one of the South Bay’s largest annual Hanukkah celebrations, will feature children's activities, storytelling, crafts, and music as well as Hanukkah traditions such...
12/02/2018: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Spirit of San Pedro Holiday Parade
Downtown San Pedro, San Pedro, CAThe 38th edition of this holiday parade will get a little quacky. That is because Timmy, that oversized rubber ducky (you remember him from the...
12/02/2018: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Story Pirates Greatest Hits!
La Mirada Theatre, La Mirada, CA1 p.m., 3:30 p.m. Not only does the Story Pirates' "Greatest Hits Show" make for a laugh-packed performance, but it also celebrates the creative writing...
12/02/2018: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
UCLA Meteorite Gallery
UCLA Meteorite Gallery, Los Angeles, CAThe UCLA Collection of Meteorites is the largest collection on the West Coast, containing over 2500 samples from about 1500 different meteorites. About 100 of...
12/02/2018: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Victorian Christmas House Tour
Grier Musser Museum, L.A., CA1 p.m., 2:30 p.m. Grier Musser Museum welcomes guests to take a guided tour of this 1898 house and see how Christmas was celebrated during...
12/02/2018: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Westside Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
The Broad Stage, Santa Monica, CA1 p.m., 5 p.m. Nov. 24-25, Dec. 1-2. For over 45 years, the Westside Ballet’s has been enchanting local audiences with their sumptuous version of...
12/02/2018: 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
42nd Street
Morgan-Wixson Theatre, Santa Monica, CA2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Nov. 10-Dec. 15. The ultimate show-biz musical, "42nd Street" celebrates the magic of musical theater. Aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer comes to...
12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
A Christmas Carol
A Noise Within, Pasadena, CA2 p.m., 8 p.m. Dec. 1, 15; 2 p.m. Dec. 2, 8, 16; 8 p.m. Dec. 7, 14; 2 p.m., 7 p.m. Dec. 3. The...
12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 10:30 pm
Christmas Is
Haugh Performing Arts Center, Citrus College, Glendora, CA2 p.m. Dec. 1-2, 8-9, 15-16. Citrus College's Visual and Performing Arts Department presents this festive, Broadway-style Christmas show. Choral ensembles and a live orchestra...
12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Escape Reality at Magicopolis
Magicopolis, Santa Monica, CA8 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Oct. 26-Dec. 30. Audiences can "escape reality" at this all-ages, Broadway-style magicomedy stage show. The husband-and-wife duo of Steve...
12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Inland Pacific Ballet presents "The Nutcracker"
Lewis Family Playhouse, Rancho Cucamonga, CA2:00 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Dec. 1, 8; 2 p.m. Dec, 2, 9. The IPB will stage its majestic production of "The Nutcracker," which combines beautiful...
12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Kentwood Players Presents Disney's The Little Mermaid
Westchester Playhouse, L.A., CA8 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; 2 p.m. Sun. (plus Dec. 1, 8) Nov. 9-Dec. 15. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the...
12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Menorah Lighting at the Collection
The Collection at Riverpark, Oxnard, CAHosted by Chabad of Oxnard, this Menorah Lighting will include music, singing, and traditional Hanukkah treats!
12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
National Children's Chorus Winter Showcase
Schoenberg Hall, UCLA, Los Angeles, CAThis annual showcase, which is one of the National Children's Chorus' favorite events, highlights the talents and achievements of NCC's ensembles in both the Junior...
12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Stories In The Afternoon: Over And Under The Snow
Norton Simon Museum, Pasadena, CA2-3 p.m. Dec. 2, 16. Listening to the book, "Over And Under The Snow," youngsters will travel along the snowy path where a young girl...
12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
The Nutcracker Mini-Musical
Pico Playhouse, West L.A., CA2-3 p.m. Dec. 2, 9, 16, 22-23. Families are invited to join Clara on a holiday adventure as the clock strikes midnight and the toys...
12/02/2018: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Christmas Carol
South Coast Rep., Costa Mesa, CA7:30 p.m. Tues.-Fri.; 2:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Sat.; noon, 4 p.m. Sun. (no matinee performance Nov. 24 and no shows on Dec. 4). Nov. 24-Dec....
12/02/2018: 2:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Chanukah Celebration at The Original Farmers Market
The Original Farmers Market, Los Angeles, CaliforniaChanukah, the eight-day Jewish festival also commonly known as the ‘Festival of Lights,’ begins at sundown tonight, and there is no better place to begin...
12/02/2018: 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Geffen Playhouse, Westwood, CA8 p.m. Tues.-Fri.; 3 p.m., 8 p.m. Sat.; 2 p.m., 7 p.m. Sun. Nov. 1-11, 13-21, Nov. 23-Dec. 9. Tony Award winner Jefferson Mays takes...
12/02/2018: 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Sandra Tsing Loh’s “Sugar Plum Fairy”
Skylight Theatre, Los Angeles, CA8:30 p.m. Fri., 3 p.m., 8:30 p.m. Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Dec. 1-23. This offbeat and thoroughly original holiday treat offers festive cheer while engaging...
12/02/2018: 3:00 pm - 8:30 pm
The Okee Dokee Brothers In Concert
The Soraya (formerly Valley Performing Arts Center), Northridge, CAThe Okee Dokee Brothers (aka Justin Lansing and Joe Mailander) have been crafting wonderful family music for years. They are known for albums inspired by...
12/02/2018: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Winterfest
Santa Anita Park, Arcadia, CA3-10 p.m. Thur.-Fri., 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sun. Nov. 23-Dec. 23. Santa Anita’s Winter Wonderland contains an ice rink, a tree lot,...
12/02/2018: 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Remembering Boyle Heights
CASA 0101 Theater, L.A., CA7:45 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 4:45 p.m. Sun. Nov. 9-Dec. 16. Playwright Josefina López ("Real Women Have Curves"), director Corky Dominguez and the ensemble cast of "Remember Boyle Heights"...
12/02/2018: 4:45 pm - 9:45 pm
Children's Pajama Concert
South Pasadena Public Library Community Room, South Pasadena, CAChildren and their families are invited to wear their pajamas and bring their favorite stuffed animals to this Pajama Concert, which features the award-winning, nationally...
12/02/2018: 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm
Hanart Chinese Lantern Festival
Pomona Fairplex, Pomona, CA5:30-10 p.m. Thur.-Sun. Nov. 15-Jan. 6. This illuminating festival will be lighting up the Pomona Fairplex for the first time. Reflecting this year’s theme of...
12/02/2018: 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Moonlight Forest: Magical Lantern Art Festival
Los Angeles Arboretum and Botanic Garden, Arcadia, CA5:30-10 p.m. Wed.-Sun. Oct. 26-Jan. 6. Escape the realities of the everyday world and spend an evening on an fanciful, majestic Moonlight Forest at the...
12/02/2018: 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Fillmore & Western's North Pole Express
Fillmore & Western Railway Co., Fillmore, CA6 p.m., 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sun. Nov. 24-Dec. 14. This rail excursion offers a quick trip to the "North Pole" and a visit to Santa's Village....
12/02/2018: 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Las Posadas
Student Union, California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks, CAIn this Christmas season tradition, dating back to 16th-century Mexico, students portraying Mary and Joseph travel by donkey through campus looking for shelter. Their journey...
12/02/2018: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Snow Day L.A.
The Old Lodge, L.A., CA6-10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sun. Nov. 16-Dec. 30. Snow is in the forecast again in downtown L.A. Montecillo De Leo Politi Park will transform into a 9-acre...
12/02/2018: 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
The Great American Christmas: Holiday Lights at the Reagan Library
Ronald Reagan Library and Museum, Simi Valley, CA6-10 p.m. Dec. 2-23, Dec. 26-Jan. 6 (closed Jan. 1). At this brand-new, night-time holiday attraction, you can take a stroll (approximately 60-90 minutes long)...
12/02/2018 - 12/23/2018: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Pet Photos with Santa
The Shops At Montebello, Montebello, CAOn Dec. 2nd and 9th, you can bring your furry friends along for a photo with Santa. The hours are 7:30-8:30 p.m. Dec. 2, and...
12/02/2018: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm