Fun 4 the Family

LAST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH- Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round Lot Cars & Coffee Los Angeles is a Classic Car Show held at the Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round Lot #1, located at 4730 Crystal Springs Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90027. The Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round is a nostalgia-inducing gem that, much like Disneyland, is still enjoyed by the young […]

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 […]

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 […]

SUNDAY - Leimert Park Immerse Yourself in the Pulse of Black LA: A Guide to Leimert Park Artwalk. Nestled in the heart of South Los Angeles, Leimert Park Village throbs with a vibrant rhythm all its own. But every last Sunday of the month, the beat intensifies as the legendary Leimert Park Artwalk transforms the […]

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 […]

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 TUE - SUN- Bunker Hill, DTLA The Broad museum presents an in-depth installation of Roy Lichtenstein, opening May 26, 2021, features 22 artworks, with nearly half on view for the first time, including Purist Still Life (1975), Female Figure (1979), Two Paintings: Radiator and Folded Sheets (1984), and Nude with Pyramid (1994). An outcome of sustained and ongoing engagement with artists and artwork, the Broad collection is distinctive […]

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. […]

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 […]

FREE 1st TUESDAYS in the Wilshire District Welcome to the world famous La Brea Tar Pits and Museum.  We want to help you make the most out of your visit and discover all that we have to offer. Let’s start planning your tar pits experience: We offer a variety of ways to see our general admission […]

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 […]

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 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 TUESDAY- DTLA Join our walking group for locals of Downtown Los Angeles every Tuesday! Our group is for locals who love walking but don't want to walk along around DTLA. We meet every week on Tuesday at 11:00 am and walk around for about 3 hours! It is a great networking event and gets […]

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 […]

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 […]

 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- Temescal Canyon A Temescal Canyon Hike is a great way to start your Wednesday strong. At the end of your hike you get to relax, recover and meditate at the top with Lisa! Get ready to connect with your body & make some new friends. Enjoy the Temescal Canyon Hike with a supportive […]

A PLACE TO CONNECT Lake Shrine Self-Realization Fellowship & Meditation Garden founded by Paramahansa Yogananda.  Dedicated in 1950, he envisioned a spiritual environment where people from all over the world could come and experience peace of heart and mind. SRF Lake Shrine is offering an open-air experience of the lake-side meditation gardens, made by advance […]

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 2nd of the MONTH- Venice Beach  Beach Cleanup by HOKALI Surf Lessons at Venice Beach 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA Calling All Venice Beach Surf Community. All the HOKALI Community of surfers will be cleaning the beaches together, on the second day of every month!! "What day is that man?", you may ask. […]

‌EVERY 1st WEDNESDAY- Pomona Prepare to embark on a thrilling journey through automotive history at Twilight Cruise Nights 2023! This highly anticipated event is a monthly automotive extravaganza held on the first Wednesday of each month from March to December, with the exception of May. The event is hosted at the iconic Pomona Fairplex, specifically […]

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 […]

EVERY WEDNESDAY at Coffee Bean Culver City The Odd Squad Coffee Cruise meets every Wednesday at the Coffee Bean in Culver City and EVERYONE IS WELCOME ! Started in 2012 by Blake Weddington, The Odd Squad Car Club has always been more about the people and less about the cars.  The club has no dues, […]

FREE FOR ALL EVERY THURSDAY- Skirball Cultural Center Noah’s Ark at the Skirball has returned! This award-winning children's and family destination invites visitors of all generations to play, climb, build, explore, make believe, and make friends—all while exploring an eight-thousand-square-foot wooden ark, filled to the rafters with whimsical animals and new storm clouds that will […]

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 […]

EVERY THURSDAY- THE GROVE  Join us for Kids Club at The Grove every Thursday from 10 am to 12 am. Kids Club offers fun-filled programs that will ignite your little one’s imagination, wonder and strength through play. Get ready to enter a magical world of interactive games, music, and entertainment for all! Kids, parents, and caregivers […]

FREE! EVERY FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH - Burbank Looking for a Fun Place for Kids to learn and enjoy? The Martial Arts History Museum is designed as an Asian educational, cultural, and artistic experience, it is a place in which visitors and young people can learn about each of the different Asian countries (China, Japan, […]

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 […]

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 […]

KIDS UNDER 12 FREE- Long Beach The Long Beach Museum of Art (LBMA) was founded in 1950 as a municipal art center for the city of Long Beach. Since its inception, the Museum has been housed in the historic 1911 Elizabeth Milbank Anderson House. In 1957, the Anderson House was designated as the Long Beach Museum […]

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 […]

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 […]

EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT- Culver City Join the LA Skate Hunnies for a beginner-friendly road skate that starts and ends at Ivy Station, with an afterparty at LA Ale Works! Join the LA Skate Hunnies for their first Thursday Night Skate, right here at Ivy Station. Each night the group chooses a new theme, this week's […]

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 […]

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. […]

FRIDAY TO SUNDAY - Culver City The Wende Museum is an art museum, historical archive of the Cold War, and center for creative community engagement that explores and inspires change. The Wende Museum is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Admission is free, and no reservations are required. ADMISSION IS […]

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 […]

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 […]

EVERY SUNDAY- in Historic Leimert Park Every Sunday 10 am - 5 pm. The Leimert Park African Marketplace and Drum Circle takes park every Sunday in Leimert Park Village along Degnan Boulevard between 43rd Place and 43rd Street.   For more than 25 yearsthe African Drum Circles & African American street vendors have been a […]

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 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 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. […]

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. […]

FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH in Pasadena The first Tuesday of every month from 4:00 to 8:00pm is Kids Space Museum Free Family Night.  Admission to the Museum is FREE for everyone during these hours only. Families can engage with special programming and performers that highlight cultures and traditions from around the world. Expect crowds […]

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 FIRST FRIDAY- Venice First Friday's on Abbot Kinney ARE BACK! We’ve all been through a lot and we are so excited to take this step back to normal - or the new normal. Either way, we hope it’s the beginning of many more fun nights and delicious meals on Abbot Kinney. Join us every […]

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 SATURDAY- @ Marshall High School  Calling out all the vintage collectors, treasure hunters, bargain shoppers. The Los Feliz Flea Market, Los Angeles offers everything from vinyl records to vintage attire to exclusively built furniture — a touch of something for everybody. Alongside a small-town community feel, these open-air markets much of the time offer […]

HIKE TO THE ROCK POOL AT MALIBU CREEK STATE PARK IN AGOURA HILLS! One of the most popular destinations in Malibu Creek State Park is the Rock Pool, a picturesque place that is easily accessible for all ages. Getting to the Rock Pool One fun way to get to the Rock Pool is via the […]

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 […]

1st SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH- Belmont Pier Join the Surfrider Foundation for a community beach clean-up at the Belmont Pier! Our local beaches depend on passionate individuals like you to help keep them clean, and together we can make a difference. Join us for a casual stroll along the sand and hear about what Surfrider […]

EVERY SAT & SUN- in Silverlake The Silverlake Flea Market is located in the lot behind Taix in Echo Park : at 2007 Reservoir St. LA 90026. Some of LA's best independent vendors of Handmade, Vintage, Home Furnishings, Home Decor, Crafts, Art, Antiques and Collectibles are on site selling their merchandise. Every Saturday from 10:00 […]

OPEN SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS- San Fernando Haramokngna American Indian Cultural Center sits on Red Box Saddle in the Angeles National Forest. It sits in the middle of the Gabrielino National Recreation Trail, historically named for the Native populations who were relocated to the San Gabriel Mission. The area was a resting spot on the trek […]

OPEN WEEKENDS- Mt Wilson Mount Wilson Observatory is located on the summit of Mount Wilson above Pasadena at an altitude of 5715 feet. Mount Wilson Observatory is visible from much of the Los Angeles area. Free of charge, this is a must see experience.   Viewing through the 100-Inch Hooker Telescope The world's largest telescope […]

OPEN DAILY - Laguna Beach WELCOME TO THE PACIFIC MARINE MAMMAL CENTER! The Pacific Marine Mammal Center rescues, rehabilitates, and releases marine mammals, and in doing so we contribute to ocean science and conservation. See some of our current rescued patients recovering! We are run primarily by volunteers who will greet you in our visitor yard […]

UNIVERSAL CITY WALK- Hollywood Universal CityWalk was introduced in 1993, as the prototypical one-stop leisure destination that redefined the malls of yesteryear as a vibrant multi-sensory outdoor complex. With grand neon signs and larger-than-life decorative sculptures complimenting the diverse offerings, this whimsical street was reflective of L.A.’s eclectic landscape and distinguishing characteristics. Hailed as a […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]