Fun 4 Kids

EVERY SUNDAY - Echo Park Sundays with Sunshine and Service: Join the Echo Park Trash Club Crew! Looking for a way to brighten your Sunday and make a real difference in your community? Look no further than the Echo Park Trash Club! Every Sunday, from 10 am to 12 pm, we roll up our sleeves […]

EVERY SUNDAY - Gardena Rev Your Engines at the Every Sunday Car Show in Gardena, CA! Buckle up, car enthusiasts! Every Sunday, Gardena, CA, comes alive with the revving of engines, the gleam of polished classics, and the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts. This weekly event is an open invitation to showcase your wheels - yes, […]

Virtual and In Person - Pasadena Do you have a hidden artist waiting to emerge? Perhaps you've always wanted to explore painting, sculpting, or other creative endeavors. The Armory Center for the Arts, in collaboration with the City of Pasadena, is offering an exciting opportunity to unleash your inner artist – free community art classes! […]

BORROW AN EXPLORATION BAG - LA Country Library Unleash your inner explorer without the need to venture far and wide! Just step outside and prepare for a thrilling adventure! Even in the vibrant urban landscape of Los Angeles County, nature's wonders await your discovery at every turn. Get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey […]

FREE EVERYDAY- off PCH in Malibu The Getty Villa houses the J. Paul Getty Museum's collection.This collection antiquities includes over 1,200 works are on view in 23 galleries devoted to the permanent collection along with five additional galleries for changing exhibitions.  There are objects dating from 6,500 B.C. to A.D. 400. The Getty Villa offers […]

FREE WEEKDAYS- UCLA Westwood Village The UCLA Collection of Meteorites is the largest on the West Coast and contains over 2500 samples from about 1500 different meteorites. It is the fifth largest collection of meteorites in the United States and the second largest housed at a university.   Our collection includes the main masses of about 40 […]

EVERY MONDAY - INGLEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY Design. Construct. Create. The best way to foster your child's creativity is by providing them with the tools to build their own world and let their imagination soar. Join us at Inglewood Public Library - Children's Services, every Monday from 4 pm - 5 pm. The Lego Bricks is […]

TRAILS & TIDE POOLING in Palos Verdes Abalone Cove Shoreline Park is a coastal tide pool treasure, located at the tip of the Palos Verdes Peninsula. The park contains an ecological preserve and is famous for its outstanding tide pools. It is worth checking tide charts to visit these beaches at low tide for the tide […]

ONGOING EXHIBIT - Natural History Museum Dive into L.A.'s Prehistoric Past: Unveiling the Secrets of "LA Underwater" Ever wonder what swam beneath the bustling streets of Los Angeles millions of years ago? The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM) takes you on a captivating journey through time with their immersive exhibition, "LA Underwater." […]

OPEN DAILY- Manhattan Beach Pier The Roundhouse Aquarium is located at the end of the Manhattan Beach Pier. The Roundhouse has undergone a recent revitalization through a $4 million capital project spearheaded by the Harrison Greenberg Foundation. The new Roundhouse Aquarium educates and inspires more than 300,000 visitors every year. It is managed and operated […]

FREE EVERY DAY- Exposition Park, DTLA Find yourself immersed in the majestic grandeur of a giant kelp forest, where algae called kelp grow as large as trees and support a tremendous variety of life. You may be amazed to discover that examples of this spectacular ecosystem, which in the wild can support over 800 species, […]

NOW ON EXHIBIT - Forest Lawn Museum, Glendale Enriching the community through artwork. The Forest Lawn Museum first opened in 1952 and is located adjacent to the Hall of Crucifixion-Resurrection at Forest Lawn – Glendale.  Forest Lawn’s founder, Dr. Hubert Eaton, wrote in his Builder’s Creed that our park should be “a place where artists […]

California African American Museum (CAAM) Temporarily Closed For Repair FREE! TUES - SUNDAY- Exposition Park The California African American Museum (CAAM) focuses on enrichment and education on the cultural heritage and history of African Americans with a focus on California and western United States. Admission is free to all visitors. The California African American Museum's mission is to […]

EVERY WEDNESDAY - Palisades Village Palisades Village Kids Club! Join us at 10 AM and 11 AM for a delightful dose of fun-filled activities that will leave everyone smiling.   Get ready to groove to live music, be captivated by engaging storytelling sessions, and be enchanted by lively puppet shows. The Kids Club is designed […]

EVERY WEDNESDAY - Pasadena Storytime Adventures Await at Vroman's with Mr. Steve! Calling all little bookworms and curious minds! Embark on a magical journey every Wednesday at 11 AM at the Colorado Blvd. location of Vroman's Bookstore with the beloved Mr. Steve and his storytime gang! Get ready for a morning filled with laughter, learning, […]

FREE TO SEE- Exposition Park Explore L.A. and the world at The Natural History Museum. You'll see dinosaurs, gems and minerals, gardens, Latin American treasures, and beloved dioramas to name a few. Discoveries are made here every day—by scientists, historians, and you! Ongoing Exhibitions Dinosaur Encounters Get close to a living, breathing dinosaur! Fun, educational, […]

EVERY WEDNESDAY- Burton Chace Park Enjoy this free beginning drawing & watercolor art class with Cammie Richardson. Classes will take place in person and via Zoom. Watercolor Schedule Change – Wednesdays, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm *Registration is required and is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. To register email chacepark@bh.lacounty.gov. NOTE: Students must be 14 […]

NOW OPEN- Van Nuys 6100 Woodley Ave, Lake Balboa, CA 91406   Nestled amidst the bustling San Fernando Valley lies an oasis of serenity – the Japanese Garden at Van Nuys, also known as Suihōen (水芳園), meaning "garden of water and fragrance." This captivating 6.5-acre sanctuary transports you to a world of tranquility, offering a […]

A LITTLE BIT OF TOKYO IN LITTLE TOKYO- Japanese American National Museum The James Irvine Japanese Garden is a traditional Japanese Garden located on the Little Tokyo campus of the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center. The garden is open to the public for enjoyment seven days a week between 10am and 4pm unless there […]

BORROW A PLAY KIT - Los Angeles Public Library Enhance your child's playtime with our exciting Play Kits, available for borrowing and taking home for an entire week! Each Play Kit is thoughtfully curated and includes a delightful toy, an engaging book, and a list of suggested activities for you and your child to enjoy […]

FREE EVERY THURSDAY - SUNDAY- Sylmar Founder JB Nethercutt spent a lifetime establishing this collection of historic importance. Unique to automobile museums, each car on display is attentively serviced and maintained to remain as drivable as when the vehicle originally rolled off the showroom floor. On view are various Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance winners and cars […]

WEEKDAYS- LA Parks & Recreation Centers Are you search for fun activities for kids near you? The Department of Recreation and Parks, through the LA Kids program, is offering over 200 free classes, programs and activities to youth ages 5-17 years old since 1996. OVER 200 FREE CLASSES The Department of Recreation and Parks, through […]

STEP BACK IN TIME- Venice Beach The Venice Heritage Museum's mission is to preserve, showcase, and nurture Venice’s diverse cultural heritage and history. The Venice Heritage Museum (VHM) gives visitors the opportunity to experience the stories of one of our country's most culturally rich and innovative communities—Venice, a Los Angeles, California coastal community. VHM is […]

THURSDAY TO SUNDAY - Culver City The Museum of Jurassic Technology in Los Angeles, California is an educational institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge and the public appreciation of the Lower Jurassic. THE MUSEUM IS OPEN THURSDAY AND FRIDAY FROM 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm SATURDAY AND SUNDAY FROM 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm […]

ONGOING EXHIBIT - Santa Monica History Museum Uncover Santa Monica's Housing Story: Explore "Unhoused" at the History Museum! Have you ever wondered how Santa Monica became the vibrant beach town it is today? What about the challenges it faces regarding housing, affordability, and inclusivity? Look no further than "Unhoused: A History of Housing in Santa […]

EVERY FRIDAY- in Burbank The Classic Car Show at Bob's Big Boy, has been a tradition in Burbank for years. A buzzy retro scene begins to unfold as enthusiasts cruise in looking for prime spots where the tower sign’s red neon might reflect off their freshly polished hoods. Weekly cars shows are a slice of […]

EVERY 4th FRIDAY - Long Beach Retro Revival: 4th Fridays on 4th Street Return with a Bang! Calling all vintage vultures, bargain hunters, and community enthusiasts! Mark your calendars because the beloved 4th Fridays on 4th Street event is back, ready to inject vibrancy and fun into Long Beach's Retro Row every fourth Friday of […]

Find Your Musical Voice: Free In-Person Music Lessons Await You in Santa Monica! Music whispers to your soul ignites your passion, and fills your world with vibrant melodies. Do you dream of learning to sing like an angel, soar on the strings, or beat to your own rhythm? Look no further than Santa Monica Conservatory […]

FREE EVERYDAY- The Sepulveda Pass The Getty Museum, located on the west side of the Sepulveda Pass, is one of the most visually stunning locations in Los Angeles. The Getty is an architectural master piece, over looking a garden like no other, featuring some of the best views of the Los Angeles basin.  The J. […]

TUESDAYS and SATURDAYS - Ivy Station Unwind and Play: Fun, Games, and Books at Ivy Station Park! Looking for a fun and free way to spend your mornings or afternoons with friends and family? Look no further than Ivy Station Park! Every Tuesday and Saturday, join us for a delightful mix of games, books, and […]

EVERYDAY IS FREE DAY in Griffith Park Take a trip back in time at Travel Town Museum in Griffith Park! You will have a fun learning experience as you tour INSIDE the historic train cars at the park.   Travel Town Museum is “an outdoor museum which features an impressive collection of Locomotives Freight Cars […]

OPEN SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS- LAX The Flight Path Museum & Learning Center is an aviation and aerospace museum with unique artifacts and views of the LAX runway. Flight Path Learning Center of Southern California was founded in 1995 as a nonprofit, community-based organization to honor aviation pioneers, recognize the economic importance of aviation and aerospace […]

Whether you are looking for a kid-friendly project or for something artful to do after spending time in the galleries, drop by Art Lab for hands-on creative activities inspired by artworks on view at the museum. This program is for anyone—at any age or skill level—who wants to experiment with art making. Facilitated by Hammer […]