Ongoing

Sound of Water Exhibition

Descanso Gardens 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge

Descanso Gardens presents "Sound of Water: Feminine Expressions of Fluidity," a group exhibition of contemporary Japanese women artists exploring water as both a source of serenity and a force of disruption. Open June 20, 2026 - Jan. 3, 2027 at the Sturt Haaga Gallery, the exhibition commemorates the 60th anniversary of Descanso’s Japanese Garden. Entry […]

Limitless by Help Group

Limitless Art Space 1639 Abbot Kinney Boulevard, Venice

Discover original artwork by neurodivergent artists and get creative at Limitless, Help Group’s community art space on Abbot Kinney. This limited-time gallery features free, walk-in art activities for all ages, rotating instructor-led classes, and original art and artist-inspired goods available for purchase. Bring the family, make it a date, or stop in while exploring Venice. […]

Spider Pavilion

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County 900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles

NHM’s annual Spider Pavilion brings hundreds of our arachnid friends out to play for the fall. This is an unrivaled opportunity to get up close and personal with the orb weavers and other web developers that help provide the best natural pest control on the planet. Plus, you’ll be able to peer into the habitats […]

The Music Center Presents BEASTS

Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles

Step into The Music Center’s Digital Arts Space on Jerry Moss Plaza to encounter and become “gwoemul,” shapeshifting beasts from Korean folklore. Created by L.A.-based artists Scarlett Kim and Anthony Storniolo, this one-of-a-kind digital installation teleports participants to a retro-futuristic world suspended between Seoul and Los Angeles, where mythology, memory and possibility converge. Participants first […]

Dream Glow Festival

Wild Rivers Waterpark 10000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine

Dream Glow Festival returns to Wild Rivers Waterpark in Irvine for its second year, transforming the park into a dazzling nighttime wonderland from Nov. 6 - Dec. 30. Featuring more […]

NightTales: An Illuminated Museum Experience

Join Natural History Museum for their inaugural NightTales: An Illuminated Museum Experience featuring the work of L.A.-based artist Maggie West. The indoor-outdoor experience invites visitors to encounter NHM's collections in […]

Tinker Bell’s Neverland: An Illuminated Adventure

South Coast Botanic Garden 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Estates

Neverland is coming to L.A. this holiday season! Tinker Bell’s Neverland: An Illuminated Adventure will transform South Coast Botanic Garden’s 87 acres into the magical world of Peter Pan, Nov. […]

Enchant Christmas

Santa Anita Park 285 W Huntington Dr., Arcadia

Get your fill of holiday merriment at Enchant Christmas from Nov. 20–Dec. 27 at Santa Anita Park. This interactive, story-driven holiday experience features more than 10 acres of immersive light installations, an ice-skating trail, live entertainment, a holiday marketplace, food and drinks, visits with Santa and photo ops around every corner.

L.A. Zoo Lights

Los Angeles Zoo 5333 Zoo Dr., Los Angeles

For a wild night out, visit L.A. Zoo Lights at the L.A. Zoo from Nov. 20–Jan. 10. Stroll through larger-than-life light displays of plants, pollinators, marine creatures and Ice Age giants. Enjoy an artificial ice-skating rink, seasonal treats such as churros and s’mores, carousel rides, photos with Santa on select days and, for those 21 […]

Enchanted Forest of Light

Descanso Gardens 1418 Descanso Drive, La Cañada Flintridge

Celebrating its 10th anniversary, beloved Enchanted: Forest of Light returns for another season of magic and wonder at Descanso Gardens from Nov. 22–Jan. 9. In addition to favorites like Flower Power, Ancient Forest and Psychic Village by Tom Fruin, families will notice a few changes and surprises.  A laser-light show debuts on the Main Lawn, […]

Winter Fest OC

Orange County Fair and Event Center 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa

Winter Fest OC is back at the Orange County Fair and Event Center from Nov. 27–Jan. 3. SoCal’s largest winter festival has it all: holiday lights, an ice-skating rink, carnival […]

Marina Lights

Burton Chase Park 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey

Take a stroll through Burton Chace Park to enjoy the dazzling Marina Lights from Dec. 1–Jan. 1. On Dec. 12, catch the Marina del Rey Holiday Boat Parade from the […]

Holiday Art Market

Studio Channel Islands 2222 Ventura Blvd., Camarillo

Join Studio Channel Islands Art Center for their 20th Annual Holiday Art Market Dec. 4 - 6, Friday 6 - 9 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. and Sunday […]

A Charlie Brown Christmas

The Phantom Projects Theatre at La Habra Depot 311 S Euclid St, La Habra

The classic animated television special "A Charlie Brown Christmas" comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang discover […]

Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Run

Griffith Park 4800 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90027, Los Angeles

Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the U.S., touching families, workplaces, and communities everywhere. This holiday season, the Arthritis Foundation is turning festive energy into powerful action. Jingle […]

Festival Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker

Irvine Barclay Theatre 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine

Festival Ballet Theatre presents its traditional full-length production of “The Nutcracker” from Dec. 5–24 at Irvine Barclay Theatre. The family-friendly show features world-renowned guest artists, company dancers and young local […]

Monthly Yoga on the Green

Monthly Yoga on the Green
Bella Terra 7777 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach

Join Bella Terra for free yoga on the Green, led by a CorePower Yoga instructor, the first Saturday of every month. This outdoor, all-levels class is open to all. Yoga […]

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Mini Maker Faire: For Children in 1st-6th Grade

Westside Neighborhood School 5340 Alla Road, Los Angeles

Calling all curious minds, creative thinkers, and young makers! WNS invites you to our annual Mini Maker Faire, a hands-on celebration of creativity, innovation, and imagination. Students can roll up […]

Modern Mosaics: Family Workshop

Modern Mosaics: Family Workshop
Getty Center 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles

In this free, family workshop, create your own mosaic inspired by animals who call Los Angeles home, using contemporary materials and ancient Roman techniques. This hands-on program is developed in […]

Winter Fantasy Art Festival

Winter Fantasy Art Festival
Sawdust Art Festival 935 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach

Sawdust Art Festival welcomes back its beloved Winter Fantasy Art Festival for the 36th year. The annual family-friendly holiday event in Laguna Beach transforms Sawdust's eucalyptus-lined artist village into a […]

Pretend City’s Annual Tree Lighting Museum

Pretend City Children's Museum 29 Hubble, Irvine

Kick off the holiday season with our enchanting Tree Lighting Ceremony at Pretend City! Welcome winter with festive cheer, cookies, and hot cocoa. served alongside a special visit from Santa.

Holidayfest

The Shops on the Lake 345 S. Lake Ave., Pasadena

Holidayfest returns to the South Lake Avenue District of Pasadena for a day of merriment and wonder at Santa's Village where you can get photos with Santa, listen to music, […]

The Emperor’s New Clothes

The Emperor’s New Clothes
Theatre West 3333 Cahuenga Blvd. West, Los Angeles

Storybook Theatre of Los Angeles at Theatre West presents non-threatening, interactive musicals with a message for children 3 – 9 years old. "The Emperor's New Clothes" runs Saturdays at 1 […]

The Emperor’s New Clothes

The Emperor’s New Clothes
Theatre West 3333 Cahuenga Blvd. West, Los Angeles

Storybook Theatre presents their award-winning production of "The Emperor's New Clothes," an interactive musical for children and their families. Storybook Theatre’s musical retelling of the famous story includes lots of […]

Children of the Winter Kingdom

Children of the Winter Kingdom
The Actor's Gang 9070 Venice Blvd., Culver City

Return to the magical winter kingdom of Glassenvale in an updated production of The Actors' Gang hit holiday enchantment CHILDREN OF THE WINTER KINGDOM. Orphan twins Holly and Spruce escape […]

Fire & Lights Festival

Fire & Lights Festival
Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort & Marina 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach

A beloved Newport Beach holiday tradition for more than three decades, the celebration will feature more than 50 floating holiday light displays illuminating the Back Bay, along with fire dancing […]

Holiday Family Overnight aboard Battleship IOWA

Pacific Battleship Center - Battleship USS Iowa 250 S. Harbor Blvd., San Pedro

Spend the holidays somewhere unforgettable, aboard Battleship IOWA with front row seats to the Harbor Holiday Afloat Parade right from the ship. Kids ages 6 and up are invited to […]

The City of San Fernando Tree Lighting

San Fernando City Hall 117 N. Macneil St., San Fernando

Kick off the holiday season with the lighting of the Downtown holiday tree. Join the City of San Fernando for all the festive fun with holiday carols, entertainment, a visit […]