Fun 4 the Family

EVERY SUNDAY @ Waterside Shopping Center Marina del Rey Join us every Sunday morning for the Million Dollar Breakfast Club Car Show, at the Waterside Shopping Center in Marina del Rey. The coffee, cars and a gathering of car enthusiast cruise in from 7-9am.   It doesn’t matter whether you have a hot rod, exotic, late […]

EVERY OTHER SUNDAY- Hollywood & Cahuenga Blvds Hollywood Artisans Market is an upscale outdoor market with a Hollywood vibe, offering a mix of Hollywood-related paraphernalia, specialty foods, and authentic, hand-made, one-of-a-kind, treasures and artifacts crafted by talented and creative craftsmen. Our mission is simple! We want small business owners to succeed! Our greatest joy is when […]

EVERY 2ND SUNDAY - Long Beach Are you ready for an unforgettable experience that perfectly blends the thrill of cars with the freshness of local produce? Look no further than the Farmers Marketplace Cars And Coffee in Long Beach! The Farmers Marketplace Cars And Coffee in Long Beach is not just an event; it's an […]

TODAY- Dockweiler Beach Youth Center Cast Your Line for Fun with Free Shore Fishing at Dockweiler Beach! Calling all ocean enthusiasts and curious beginners! Dust off your fishing hat or grab one for the first time – it's time to cast your line for some free, family-friendly fun at Dockweiler Beach! Hooked on the Details: […]

SUNDAYS- Venice Beach Pier Venice Oceanarium EVERY SUNDAY, 11am - 2pm. @ Venice Pier. A Museum without Walls teaches kids about Marine Biology & the Santa Monica Bay!  Our oceanographic display includes rare specimens, shark jaws, and historical artifacts. Be a Citizen Scientist and help us gather ocean data from our water testing kits. Observe […]

WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY  - Pasadena Visit USC Pacific Asian Museum! An integral part of the University of Southern California, the USC Pacific Asia Museum creates inspiring encounters with the art, history, and culture of Pacific Asia to promote intercultural understanding in the service of elevating our shared sense of humanity. RESERVE YOUR TICKETS TODAY! USC […]

DAILY - The Music Center Unveiling L.A.'s Cultural Gem: The Music Center Symphonian Tours!  Los Angeles, the City of Angels, buzzes with vibrant energy. At its heart lies a hidden gem: The Music Center. More than stunning architecture, it holds a rich tapestry of artistic history and cultural significance. The Music Center Symphonian Tours offers […]

EVERY 2ND SUNDAY- Torrance Beach Torrance Beach Drum Circle. FREE...family friendly rhythm jam / DRUM CIRCLE every 2nd Sunday of each month ...we meet between Miramar Park and the Lifeguard Headquarters on Torrance Beach ...we have many drums and instruments to share !!...come co-create music and joy ..ALL ages and skill levels are welcome ! […]

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 […]

LIBBY APP- Provided FREE by LA libraries EBOOKS & AUDIO BOOKS, MAGAZINES & MOVIES FREE Libby is an innovative mobile app from OverDrive designed to make borrowing and enjoying e-books and audiobooks from the library easier than ever. Borrow and read ebooks and audiobooks from your local public library for FREE! Browse, search, and discover. There are thousands of […]

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 […]

FIRST SATURDAY DROP-IN TOUR- UCLA The Mildred E. Mathias Botanical Garden (MEMBG) is a living museum, having special collections designed to assist the undergraduate teaching mission at UCLA and to augment the capability for research on campus. MEMBG serves as a long-term repository for unusual plants, a refugium for biodiversity. This facility offers its educational […]

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 WEDNESDAY 4-5 pm- Center for the Arts Eagle Rock Doodle Hour Returns Live and In-Person at the Center for the Arts Eagle Rock! Starting from September 20, join us every Wednesday from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. for a delightful creative journey with imaginative drawing prompts tailor-made for kids in grades 1-8. Hurry, though, because […]

FREE EVERY 1st FRIDAY- Pasadena Norton Simon Museum, embrace a remarkable opportunity to immerse yourself in the captivating world of art and culture! Discover the allure of artistic expression as you're cordially invited to experience FREE ADMISSION at Norton Simon Museum on the enchanting first Friday of each month, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. […]

EVERY MONDAY at 5pm - @ Youtube & Facebook Free Metallica Monday Concert Livestream. Each Monday, Metallica will be livestreaming a past concert in full. Each Monday, they will post a new show. Check out all of the epic performances they'll be bringing up from the vault. Tune in for free on Mondays at 5 […]

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 […]

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 selected […]

FREE EVERY THIRD TUESDAY- Palos Verdes Peninsula The South Coast Botanical Garden is located on the beautiful Palos Verdes Peninsula. This lush 87-acre botanic garden has more than 2500 different species of plants that offer shelter to abundant wildlife and bird population. The diversities of trees include the fruit trees, redwoods, ginkgo’s, and pittosporum designed […]

FREE EVERY THIRD TUESDAY in Arcadia The Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden is a unique 127-acre botanical garden and historical site that includes Native American, Rancho Period, and late 19th century treasures. In addition to concerts and tours, we offer activities and events that cater to every audience. You will discover plants and […]

FREE EVERY THIRD TUESDAY- La Cañada Flintridge Descanso Gardens is a unique Southern California landscape distinguished by its specialized botanic collections, historical significance, and rare natural beauty. Our mission is to practice exemplary stewardship of Descanso’s distinctive character and assets; offer people an experience close to nature; and cultivate understanding of the natural world and […]

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 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. […]

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 […]

ADMISSION IS FREE - PARKING IS NOT- Sepulveda Pass Perched atop a hill overlooking Los Angeles, the Getty Center is a renowned museum housing a vast collection of art. But beyond the grand galleries lies a hidden gem: Getty Center Robert Irwin's Central Garden, a captivating fusion of art, nature, and light. This four-acre masterpiece […]

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 […]

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 […]

OPEN DAILY- The Grove Take a ride on our double-decker trolley! Built on an historic undercarriage from a 1950s Boston street car, The Grove trolley travels along First Street between The Grove and The Original Farmers Market, taking you on an exciting tour of the property. Powered electrically, The Grove trolley is the first use […]

FREE EVERY 2nd TUESDAY of the MONTH- Griffith Park Discover the Autry Museum of the American West, and discover art, history, and cultures of the American West! Located in beautiful Griffith Park, the Autry features world-class galleries filled with Native American art and cultural materials, film memorabilia, historic firearms, paintings, interactive areas, and more. Now […]

EVERY TUESDAY THRU FRIDAY- @10am Youtube & Facebook Live Stream  Online Storytime for Kids is brought to you each week by the Los Angeles Public Library. Listen, move, play, and sing along with librarians from all over Los Angeles! Keep an eye out for some special guest appearances too. Online Storytime Streams live on LAPL […]

LA PUBLIC LIBRARY- free with your Library Card Cybernauts are trained computer aides that offer technology assistance, computer support, and mobile device support. Connect with a Cybernaut to: Learn how to use and borrow LAPL’s e-media Set up an email account Operate your tablet, desktop, or phone Use social media Find online information Learn about […]

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 […]

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, […]

FREE EVERY DAY! @ UCLA The Fowler Museum at UCLA explores global arts and cultures with an emphasis on works from Africa, Asia, the Pacific, and the Americas—past and present. The Fowler enhances understanding and appreciation of the diverse peoples, cultures, and religions of the world through dynamic exhibitions, publications, and public programs, informed by […]

EVERY TUESDAY- Burton Chase Park Ditch your boring workout and join our free Zumba class at Burton Chace Park. Date and time: Tuesday and Wednesdays from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Location: Burton Chace Park – 13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292 Class are free but registration is required*. *NOTE: Class sizes are limited to […]

EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT @ South Beach Park in Santa Monica. Glow Flow at Santa Monica's South Beach, is a night time event, that turns the beach into a playground of light.  Local artists spin various lighted objects to create one of a kind moments of kinetic art. A fantastic group of artists & dancers who […]

FREE TUESDAY-SATURDAY- Walt Disney Concert Hall The Walt Disney Concert Hall offers free self-guided audio tours now available year-round. The fully revamped tour takes visitors through the Concert Hall’s history from conception to completion. Narrated by Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor John Lithgow, the tour provides insight from visionary architect Frank Gehry and other key […]

FREE TUE - SUN- Bunker Hill, DTLA The Broad makes its collection of contemporary art from the 1950s to the present accessible to the widest possible audience by presenting exhibitions and operating a lending program to art museums and galleries worldwide. By actively building a dynamic collection that features in-depth representations of influential contemporary artists […]

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 […]

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 3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH - Santa Monica Pier Join us every THIRD THURSDAY of the month as Local's Night at Santa Monica Pier rolls out the red carpet to celebrate our vibrant community with a curated series designed by locals, for locals! We are excited to bring you an unforgettable experience, so gather […]

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, […]

EVERY THIRD THURSDAY- Autry Museum Join us monthly at the Autry Museum to enjoy an evening al fresco at the Odd Market, an “indie” bazaar with food trucks, live music, and the coolest SoCal vendors for crafts, vintage items, home goods, and oddities. Select museum galleries will be open from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. For […]

EVERY THIRD THURSDAY- in Burbank (Now online) Join us for our monthly, Spirits in Rhythm Drum Circle - we are meeting ONLINE on Zoom! Explore the magic of rhythm through call & response, deep listening & fun games for all! No musical or drumming experience required.   If you don't have a drum, a plastic […]

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. […]

TUESDAY TO SUNDAY  - Italian American Museum of Los Angeles The Italian American Museum of Los Angeles, or IAMLA, is located in the historic Italian Hall, which was constructed in 1908 to serve as a gathering place for the Italian community. Today, the Italian Hall is the oldest remaining structure from Los Angeles’ Italian enclave […]

FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 12- Torrance The Western Museum of Flight is a non-profit, educational institution dedicated to preserving and displaying aircraft history and artifacts of Southern California's aviation heritage. The Air Museum's educational programs give children an opportunity to see and touch the airplanes that made aviation history. The Air Museum offers an inside […]

FREE FOR KIDS UNDER 17 - Academy Museum Calling all young movie buffs and passionate film enthusiasts! Step into the world of cinematic magic at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, where exploration is not just encouraged—it's FREE! For children under 17, the doors swing wide open to a world of movie […]

EVERY MONDAY / WEDNESDAY / FRIDAY- Hollywood Runyon Canyon Yoga is lead by Daniel Overberger, every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10:30am - 11:30am. No, it’s not just an urban legend. This is where it all began: donation-based yoga in the park, year-round, since 2000. Catch Daniel on MONDAY / WEDNESDAY / FRIDAY 10:30am - […]

EVERY THURSDAY & FRIDAY- Watts Towers Art Center Step Inside a Masterpiece: Unveiling the Secrets of the Watts Towers Towering over the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles, the Towers are more than just iconic landmarks – they're a testament to human creativity and resilience. Want to delve deeper into their fascinating history and artistic significance? […]

WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY - San Pedro Discover the history of the Port of Los Angeles on land or at sea! Welcome to the Los Angeles Maritime Museum where our hardworking harbor tug ANGELS GATE provides educational tours while our historic museum building houses fascinating exhibits, a research library, a ham radio station, and a gift shop. […]

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 […]

FREE EVERY SATURDAY- Abbott Kinney Blvd Venice Artists & Fleas VENICE is a multi-merchant marketplace that has been disrupting retail for more than a decade. We deliver ever-evolving and extraordinary shopping experiences.  You will find yourself surrounded by artists, one-of-a-kind pieces, and other people who enjoy and appreciate that art. Together, this creative community of […]

EVERY DAY 'til MIDNIGHT- Dockweiler State Beach The Dockweiler Beach Fire Pits are located about 3 miles south of Playa del Rey, this inviting beach features 3 miles of shoreline, an RV park, and over 2,000 regular vehicle parking spaces. The wide sandy beach lies beneath the departures flight path of LAX, offering fantastic belly […]

OPEN DAILY - Manhattan Beach ENJOY A TRIP TO THE GARDEN - ITS FREE! The Manhattan Beach Botanical Garden is a ⅔-acre demonstration garden. Use it as a guide to planting an Earth-friendly native garden at home, and create your own wildlife habitat and bird/butterfly sanctuary. The Manhattan Beach Botanical Garden is laid out in […]

EVERY SATURDAY- Hollywood Bowl DID YOU KNOW? The Hollywood Bowl is a public park. On days that there is no performances, it is open to the public from sunrise to sunset. Which makes it a perfect place to develope your stair master skills. So Get to Steppin'. And every Saturday you can  join the group […]

EVERY SATURDAY MORNING- Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area Enjoy free yoga classes, Hike to Yoga LA, every Saturday morning @ 8am, at Kenneth Hahn State Recreation Area. Hike to Yoga LA's mission is to increase individual self-awareness and collective physical health, through the connection of nature, community, and intentional movement. We aim to lead change […]

EVERY SATURDAY- Long Beach      Welcome to El Dorado Archers! El Dorado Archers is a Southern California archery club that competes at local and national tournaments but also maintains a local community program that teaches the basics of archery to the public. The El Dorado Park Archery Fields are a great way for the […]

EVERY 3rd SATURDAY - Long Beach 30 Minutes to a Cleaner Coast: Join the Monthly Beach Cleanup on 1 Granada Ave! Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference in just half an hour? Join us for the 30-Minute Beach Cleanup, happening every third Saturday of the month at 1 Granada Ave, right […]

FREE TUE - SUN- Bunker Hill, DTLA The Broad Museum presents An in-depth installation of Andy Warhol, opening May 26, 2021, features 26 works (11 on view for the first time at The Broad), including Mao (1973), 40 Gold Marilyns (1980), and a major new acquisition, Liz  (1963). Liz  is a celebrated work featuring a silkscreened image of Elizabeth Taylor, who represented both […]

SATURDAYS - LACMA Discover the captivating world of brush painting through our captivating and FREE painting sessions at Boone Children's Gallery! Art enthusiasts of all generations, from the young to the young at heart, are cordially welcomed to partake in this artistic journey. Our doors are open wide, extending an invitation to you to immerse […]

THIS SATURDAY- VENICE Step into the Magic of Venice: Welcome to THE VENICE FLYING CAROUSEL! Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey back in time and into the heart of Venice, California? The Venice Flying Carousel and its fantastic bike machines are here to transport you to a world of wonder and whimsy […]

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 […]

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, […]

WEDNESDAY TO SUNDAY - Heal the Bay Aquarium Looking for an exciting and educational activity for your little ocean explorers? Look no further than the Heal the Bay Aquarium! Explore the Wonders of the Sea: For Kids 12 and Under, Admission is FREE! That's right! When accompanied by a paying adult, children 12 and under […]

OPEN EVERY 1st & 3rd SATURDAYS- Alhambra Discover the hidden gem of Alhambra at Burke Heritage Park xeriscape garden and the Alhambra Historical Society Museum! Admission to the is free, making it an ideal spot for an enjoyable and educational visit. You'll be amazed by the collection of memorabilia, period clothing, furnishings, and books, generously […]

EVERY SATURDAY @7PM DCJF YouTube channel DC JazzFest From Home Series is a weekly event occurring every Saturday at 7 PM on the DCJF YouTube Channel and Facebook page that will feature never-before-seen footage of performances from year's past as well as live-streamed shows from DCJF artist alums. Please make a contribution to the Artist Support Fund to directly support […]