Fun 4 the Family

EVERY SATURDAY- Westgate Shopping Mall, Torrance Caffeine Cruisers Cars and Coffee. This event is very super-casual, with and excellent mix of hot rods, classics and customs. All welcome and admission and vehicle registration is free. Starbucks is closed at that hour so BYOC (Bring Your Own Coffee). Caffeine Cruisers Located in the parking lot of […]

OPEN DAILY- California Science Center The Fire! Science & Safety exhibition invites you to explore Casa Del Fuego, Apartment 911 as a fire danger detective, seeking out fire and burn hazards so you can help make families, pets and homes safer. Hands-on interactives give you a chance to explore the science of fire—safely—by creating “fire” out of different ingredients in our firepit, […]

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 1st SUNDAY & 3rd SATURDAY- Wilson Park, Torrance Southern California Live Steamers provides mini-train rides on public run days every first Sunday of the month from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every third Saturday of the month from noon to 3 p.m. All SCLS members are City of Torrance volunteers with annual fingerprint […]

OPEN EVERY FRIDAY-SUNDAY- Hollywood The Hollywood Heritage Museum, is located in the Lasky-DeMille Barn, which was built in 1901.  The story of the early Hollywood motion picture industry and the historic Hollywood community is told through archival photographs, historic documents, movie props and related memorabilia.  Visitors experience the actual structure where Cecil B. DeMille's office […]

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, […]

EVERY SUNDAY - Los Angeles Visit The African American Firefighter Museum! The African American Firefighter Museum is dedicated to promote diversity and to stand up for inequality against all races and genders. The first floor contains vintage fire apparatus, stories and pictures of pioneering African American Los Angeles Firefighters. The Museum gallery is located on […]

SUNDAYS - Fisherman's Village Break out your dancing shoes! Free outdoor concerts, featuring great performers playing R and B, Jazz, Latin, Pop, and Blues in Fisherman’s Village on Sundays, 2-5 p.m!  Mark your calendars for Music by the Sea every Sunday from 2 pm - 5 pm ⁠ ? NO outside food or coolers are […]

SUNDAYS - Fisherman's Village Break out your dancing shoes! Free outdoor concerts, featuring great performers playing R and B, Jazz, Latin, Pop, and Blues in Fisherman’s Village on Sundays, 2-5 p.m!  Mark your calendars for Music by the Sea every Sunday from 2 pm - 5 pm ⁠ ? NO outside food or coolers are […]

OPEN THURSDAY - SUNDAY- Santa Monica The Santa Monica History Museum was founded under the “Historical Activities Committee” of Santa Monica’s Centennial Celebration in 1975 and by a public poll, with their goal to collect, preserve, and be the caretaker of history. Its name at that time was the Santa Monica Historical Society and it […]

EVERY SUNDAY AT SUNSET @ The Venice Sign  Marcus Gladney created the Venice Electric Light Parade to bring together bike enthusiasts who love to light up their bikes and set out into the night along the beautiful Venice Beach boardwalk. Got a fancy two wheeler? Perhaps a chromed out, spoked up low rider with a […]

EVERY WEEK, EVERY RUN, EVERY BODY- Santa Monica & Venice The Venice Run Club is the heartbeat of Venice. A community of runners here to better ourselves and our community. Come run with us. 48 for Change With the combination of a global pandemic and civil unrest around racial injustice, June of 2020 set the […]

OPEN DAILY- The Annenberg Community Beach House  The Annenberg Community Beach House at Santa Monica State Beach is a public facility located on 5 acres of oceanfront property. With spectacular views, splash pad, playground, gallery, Marion Davies Guest House, beach courts & fields, community & cultural events, historic pool, free wi-fi, and more, there's something for everyone […]

OPEN DAILY- California Science Center The California Science Center  Life! Beginnings celebrates life's incredible ability to make more life. Discover how humans and all living creatures reproduce, develop, and pass on their genes to bring new life into the world. Perform a mating dance with other animals, build a baby pigeon by mixing and matching its parents’ […]

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! […]

APRIL TO JUNE - El Segundo Spring into Fun with El Segundo Recreation: Your Guide to a Season of Activity! Get ready to blossom this spring with the El Segundo Recreation, Parks, and Library Department's brand new Spring Recreation Activity Guide! Packed with exciting programs and classes, this guide is your one-stop shop for an […]

FREE EVERYDAY @ The California Science Center Space Shuttle Endeavour Come today to see up close and personal NASA"s OV-15 Space Shuttle Endeavour. The Endeavour successfully completed 25 missions into space, including the first service mission to the Hubble Space Telescope, as well as the first mission to add a U.S. component to the International Space […]

3 WEEK CHROMEBOOK & HOTSPOT LOANS- Los Angeles County Libraries Borrow a Chromebook and Wi-Fi hotspot to access the internet. You can now checkout a Google Chromebook and Wireless Hotspot for 3 weeks, from any Los Angeles County Library Sidewalk Service FREE! Do you know anyone without internet or a computer at home who would benefit […]

Pause for ten minutes of daily mindfulness @11:50 AM PST (@2:50 PM EST) Take a break for 10 minutes Mindfulness with the MIT community and the global public. Join the webinar (off-camera) using the buttons above or join the on-screen panel below (scroll down). Because ongoing stress can lower the immune response. Because physical distancing […]

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 […]

VARIOUS NIGHTS THIS MONTH- Burbank The Burbank Sidewalk Astronomers are hosting another Star Party, tonight in Burbank. The Burbank Sidewalk Astronomers host these nights several times a month. The event is open to the public, and people of all ages are welcome to come out to enjoy the spectacle. The Sidewalk Astronomers usually have several […]

WEDNESDAY TO SATURDAY - Los Angeles The Los Angeles County Fire Museum is a public museum dedicated to the history of the Los Angeles County Fire Department in Los Angeles County, California. The museum has some 60 antique fire engines in its collection, including fire engines from the 1860s through just-retired apparatus. OPEN Wednesday through […]

FREE FOR KIDS 10 & UNDER- in El Segundo The Automobile Driving Museum’s mission is to collect, preserve, exhibit and ride in historic vehicles. WE HAVE CARS. LOTS OF THEM. 130+ Vintage, Antique and Muscle Cars We use our collection to present educational opportunities, new age engineering and cultural evolution of the automobile. The Automobile […]

NOW ON VIEW- The Autry Museum The Autry Museum of the American West wants to know, “What makes Griffith Park special to you?”  In a city with such diversity as Los Angeles, The Autry is reaching out to Angelenos in hopes to hear from as many people as possible. What makes Griffith Park special to […]

Calling all Californians! You can now check out a FREE vehicle day-use pass at your local public library. What? CA State Library Parks Pass are now available FREE from your neighborhood CA library. In partnership with the First Partner’s Office and the California State Library, State Parks are providing free vehicle day-use entry to over […]

FREE FOR GOOD! Westwood Village The Hammer Museum champions the art and artists who challenge us to see the world in a new light, to experience the unexpected, to ignite our imaginations, and inspire change. The Hammer understands that art not only has the power to transport us through aesthetic experience but can also provide […]

FREE EVERY 2nd TUESDAY- Miracle Mile Experience the vibrant world of art and culture without any barriers! Every second Tuesday of each month, ALL VISITORS are OFFERED FREE ADMISSION to LACMA! The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) opens its doors wide to welcome visitors of all ages and backgrounds for a day of […]

March 5 - May 4, 2024 - Music Center Art Comes Alive: Journey into a New Dimension at The Music Center's Music off the Wall! Calling all art enthusiasts, tech lovers, and anyone seeking a unique experience! The Music Center in Los Angeles is proud to present "Music off the Wall: An EyeJack Experience," a […]

EVERY WEEK, EVERY RUN, EVERY BODY- Santa Monica & Venice The Venice Run Club is the heartbeat of Venice. A community of runners here to better ourselves and our community. Come run with us. 48 for Change With the combination of a global pandemic and civil unrest around racial injustice, June of 2020 set the […]

FREE TUESDAY TO SUNDAY - Los Angeles Occupying a former flour mill, Hauser & Wirth Los Angeles presents art exhibitions, events, and learning activities that connect with the local community in a vibrant architectural space. ON VIEW THIS SUMMER ‘Paul McCarthy. A&E Drawings’ A&E Drawing Session 2021 With Lilith Stangenberg’ is open until Sun 17 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 WEEK, EVERY RUN, EVERY BODY- Santa Monica & Venice The Venice Run Club is the heartbeat of Venice. A community of runners here to better ourselves and our community. Come run with us. 48 for Change With the combination of a global pandemic and civil unrest around racial injustice, June of 2020 set the […]

EVERY WEDNESDAY - Leimert Park Join us for a flavor-filled night market curated by Black Women's Vend here at Leimert Park! Where you can experience a diverse range of cuisine from across the African Diaspora. Our local Black women-owned food businesses bring you dishes from Jamaica, Ethiopia, Belize, and more. Indulge in savory soul food […]

OPEN EVERYDAY- DTLA- Bunker Hill Angels Flight Railway, the 118-year-old funicular, which takes passengers on a short ride between Hill Street and Grand Avenue on Bunker Hill. Originally opened in 1901, Angels Flight® — the world’s shortest railway — has given more than 100 million rides on its hillside track.   In 2017, the Angels Flight® Railway Foundation […]

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 […]

EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY in Marina del Rey The Burton Chace Park Walking Club will motivated to exercise while taking in the beautiful view of Marina del Rey harbor. Join us every Tuesday & Thursday 10:30 am – 11:30. FREE to the public. Please RSVP by calling (310) 305-9595. Burton W. Chace Park  was first […]

OPEN WEEK DAYS - Santa Monica State Beach Discover the history and architecture of the Marion Davies Guest House! Take a glimpse at the great costume parties Davies hosted, which included guests like Clark Gable and Greta Garbo. And learn about the transformation of the landmarked Guest House and pool, which survive as the historic […]

ONGOING EXHIBIT- Westwood Village, UCLA UCLA Fowler Museum presents Intersections: World Arts, Local Lives The Fowler’s permanent collection exhibition, Intersections: World Arts, Local Lives explores how arts from cultures in Africa, Asia, the Pacific, and the Americas conceptually intersect with each other. Most of this gallery is currently closed as we update the existing installation and contend […]

EVERY THURSDAY 12:30–1:00PM- Online via ZOOM.  Would you like to learn how to meditate? Join the Hammer Museum each Thursday for Mindful Awareness Meditation Online. Mindfulness Meditation is the moment-by-moment process of actively and openly observing one’s physical, mental, and emotional experiences. Mindfulness has scientific support as a means to reduce stress, improve attention, boost […]

THE SKIRBALL CULTURAL CENTER - Sepulveda Pass The Skirball Cultural Center is a place of meeting guided by the Jewish tradition. Welcoming the stranger and inspired by the American democratic ideals of freedom and equality. We welcome people of all communities and generations. The Skirball Cultural Center participates in experiences that celebrate discovery and hope, […]

THURSDAYS - Burton Chace Park Unleash Your Inner Dancer: Free Zumba Thursdays 3:30pm - 4:30pm at Burton Chace Park! Looking for a fun and free way to get your workout in? Craving some Latin-inspired rhythms and energetic moves to lift your spirits? Then look no further than the free Zumba classes offered every Thursday at […]

ONE MUSEUM. TWO LOCATIONS- Free Every Thursday Welcome to The Museum of Contemporary Art. With two distinct venues—MOCA Grand Avenue and The Geffen Contemporary at MOCA—and Michael Heizer’s seminal artwork Double Negative (1969-70) in the Nevada desert, we engage audiences through an ambitious program of exhibitions, educational programs, and publishing. Welcome to The Museum of Contemporary Art, […]

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 […]

FREE EVERY FRIDAY- ESMoA 10am to 11am Come and draw with us! In this informal club, we’ll start with warm-up drawing exercises and then just draw, taking inspiration from the featured artworks. We also work with unexpected design challenges. Come every Friday or just drop-in, we provide drawing materials. Adults only. All skill levels welcome. […]

EVERY SECOND FRIDAY- 10am @ZOOM Mindfulness Meditation is presented, every second Friday, by the Los Angeles Public Library, live via ZOOM. Feeling stressed? Join us for virtual mindfulness meditation! Mindfulness is simply connecting your mind and body to the present moment. Meditation has been shown to reduce anxiety and increase focus, creativity, compassion and joy. […]

EVERY FRIDAY- Venice Los Angeles Public Library presents Pilates Movement Classes EVERY FRIDAY. Develop strength, flexibility, and balance through the fusion of pilates mat and various styles of movement. All levels are welcome. This program is generously funded by Friends of Venice Library. Fridays at 11 a.m. Location: Venice - Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library […]

ALWAYS FREE- Sepulveda Pass The Getty Center, perched atop a Los Angeles hill, is a beacon for art lovers worldwide. But beyond the renowned museum walls lies another gem: the Getty Library. This haven for research isn't just for scholars – it welcomes curious minds eager to delve into the vast history of art. Unveiling […]

EVERY FRIDAY TO SUNDAY - Los Angeles SHOP THE BEST LOCAL MERCHANTS, ARTISANS, AND EMERGING BRANDS IN LA! The Grand Central Market Bazaar welcomes new local makers and merchants to our line up every week. We're excited to invite you to spend some time in the lower level and shop beautiful handmade goods. EVERY FRIDAY, […]

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 […]

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 FRIDAY- Fosters Freeze, Glendale Valley Cruise Night weekly Friday night car cruise. We meet at Fosters Freeze, Burbank at 7-9pm  then we cruise! This show attracts the hot rods and classic muscle cars from the 1950's and 60's. check out our YouTube below www.youtube.com/channel/UCaYDztQ_CYdC4MEE98D6NSw   Hours Every Friday: 7:00pm - 9:00pm   For additional […]

SATURDAYS - Long Beach Stroll Through Charm and Community: Join the Bixby Knolls Strollers! Calling all explorers, fitness enthusiasts, and community-minded individuals! The Bixby Knolls Strollers, a vibrant walking group with a 16-year legacy, invites you to lace up your shoes and discover the hidden gems of this Long Beach neighborhood. More than just a […]

EVERY 2nd SATURDAY MORNING- The Redondo Beach Pier. Come join us for a free yoga class on the Redondo Beach Pier. Every 2nd Saturday of the  Month on the Octagon lot where the Redondo Beach Pier meets the International Boardwalk.   EVERY SECOND SATURDAY MORNING- 10am - 11am 500 Fisherman's Wharf, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 […]

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 […]

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY- Beverly Hills The Beverly Hills Trolley is back. The City of Beverly Hills offers free trolley service between Civic Center and Rodeo Drive every Saturday and Sunday between 11 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., except holidays*. And every First Thursdays" Evenings.  Additional trolley service days are added during summer and winter. This […]

WEEKENDS- Venice Beach The Venice Basketball League’s ’23 season will tip off on Saturday 6/10 with a season running through August 27th, the VBL Championship aka Ron Beals Day. This year has been marked by a significant offseason of activity for Veniceball and we’re excited to share what’s on the agenda with our hoop family, […]

EVERY SATURDAY - San Gabriel Experience the rich history of California at the Ramona Museum of California History! This free community museum offers a unique and personal look into the state's past with a vast collection of artifacts donated by members dating back to 1887. Explore and learn in a fun and educational way, perfect […]

EVERY 2ND AND 4TH SATURDAY - Mission Hills The 818 Night Market brings the community a special event filled with Vendors, Art, Music, Games, Collectibles, and much more! Visit us at Devonshire Street from 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm! For additional information, visit the website @ www.eventbrite.com/e/the-818-night-market   Find more