Los Angeles family events
35 upcoming. Family-friendly events across Los Angeles, refreshed weekly
SaturdayNovember 7
12pm and 2pm
Discovery Cube Los AngelesTwo Mexican folk-dance performances near first-floor Guest Relations. Included with general admission or membership; an information table runs 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
SundayNovember 8
10am to 12pm, every Sunday
LACMADrop-off painting class for ages 6-8 across three Sundays: kids study LACMA collection works, then paint their own stories. Supplies and parking validation included.
11am to 3pm, one of 3 datesFree
Getty Center, Museum EntranceCreate a collage inspired by photographs of Mexico and Los Angeles at this all-ages bilingual workshop. Materials are supplied; timed museum entry reservation required.
11:30am, 1pm, and 2pm, one of 3 datesFree
Getty Center, Museum EntranceSee live silkscreen printing demonstrations and ask the artist about the process. Free bilingual family program; timed museum entry reservation required.
FridayNovember 13
10am to 5pmFree
California Science CenterOpening day of the new Air and Space Center: Space Shuttle Endeavour stacked vertically in launch position, 100 artifacts, and 100 hands-on exhibits. Free admission; timed reservation required.
SaturdayNovember 14
10:30am, through Jan 17$25
Bob Baker Marionette TheaterPuppet fan favorites deck the halls and sing carols in an hour-long holiday variety show at LA's beloved marionette theater. Multiple shows daily; sensory-friendly performance Dec 19.
FridayNovember 20
10am to 5pm, through Nov 22
Discovery Cube Los AngelesMeet Gabby, join storytime and dance activities, make crafts, and try a character scavenger hunt. Included with admission; advance registration is recommended.
10am, through Jan 3
Knott's Berry FarmKnott's turns holiday for the season: the Snoopy ice show, Santa visits, a giant midway Christmas tree, and the Christmas Crafts Village. Included with park admission; park hours vary by date.
SaturdayNovember 28
10am, through Nov 29$22
Irvine Park RailroadRide the Christmas Train through the Tunnel of Lights to the North Pole, share wish lists with Santa, then enjoy cookie decorating, moon bounces, and carnival games. $22 train ticket; under 24 months free.
SaturdayDecember 5
10am
Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert HallA 45-minute narrated Nutcracker with a live orchestra and young dancers, plus pre-show lobby games, crafts, and photo ops. Two morning shows, 10:00 and 11:30. Recommended for ages 5 and up.
2pm, through Dec 6
Irvine Barclay TheatreFamily-friendly full-length Nutcracker with colorful scenery and guest artists at the Irvine Barclay, including an 11am Christmas Eve morning performance. Evening shows excluded.
SundayDecember 6
12 to 5pm$16
Skirball Cultural CenterCelebrate Hanukkah with kids' art projects, a miniature City of Light build, the Dreidel Lounge, live klezmer music, storytellers, and a community candle lighting. $16 children, $23 adults.
FridayDecember 11
4:30pm
Huntington Beach Central Library TheaterA 30-minute narrated Nutcracker built for young children's first ballet: Clara, the Mouse King, and the Sugar Plum Fairy at the Central Library Theater.
SaturdayDecember 12
2pm, through Dec 13
Terrace Theater, Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center44th annual full-orchestra Nutcracker with a flying sleigh, a live horse, and onstage pyrotechnics. These afternoon matinees are the daytime pick; evening shows also run.
SaturdayDecember 19
10 to 11:30amFree
LACMAFree pajama-friendly Saturday morning screening of The Jetsons cartoons at LACMA, part of the family film series. RSVP required.
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