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Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids April 26-28, 2024
You won’t run out of fun things to do with your kids this last weekend of April, April 26th – April 28th. Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day, attend Cinco de Mayo Family Day at LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, Meet the Grunion at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, check out Monterey Park’s Cherry Blossom Festival, and more!
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Great Big Family Play Day – May 4th and 5th
Autry Museum Lawn, 4700 Heritage Way, Los Angeles 90027
The Hey, Milestone Great Big Family Play Day presented by SocalMoms is BACK for its 9th season at The Autry in Griffith Park directly across from the LA Zoo on May 4th + 5th! Join us for the best day of family fun, live entertainment and activities for kids of all ages! This year’s festival features two stages filled with live musical entertainment, character meet + greets, 3 acres of festival lawn with interactive areas including arts & crafts, create & build, sports & games, a bike course, foam parties, local programs & camps, food, fun, swag at our make your own gift bag stations and more!
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Mickey’s Search Party
Long Beach Arena
300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802
Mickey’s Search Party will be at the Long Beach Arena Thursday, April 25th through Sunday, April 28th. “Join Mickey Mouse and his Disney friends on adventures filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics, and unexpected stunts.” Your family will recognize familiar faces from Frozen, Toy Story, Coco, Aladdin, Moana, and more. Tickets are available online.
Wetzel’s Pretzels
Multiple locations including
Beverly Center
8500 Beverly Blvd. Space #7752, Los Angeles, CA
Visit Wetzel’s Pretzels on Friday, April 26th after 3:00 pm for a free original pretzel in celebration of National Pretzel Day!
Poetry Playground
West Valley Regional Branch Library
19036 Vanowen St., Reseda, CA 91335
Visit West Valley Regional Branch Library on Friday, April 26th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm for Poetry Playground. This interactive workshop celebrates National Poetry Month and Card Letter Writing Month. “From crafting their own heartfelt poems to infusing poetic elegance into personalized greeting cards, this workshop is a celebration of creativity and expression.” As a fun bonus, each participant will also receive a sweet treat in honor of National Gummy Bear Day!
Celebrate Día de los Libros and Learn to Weave
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library
4990 Clark Ave., Lakewood, CA 90712
Celebrate Día de los Libros and Learn to Weave at Angelo M. Iacoboni Library on Friday, April 26th from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Celebrate Día (Children’s Day/Book Day) by “sharing fun stories, enjoying books and reading.” Recommended for children ages 6-12.
Family Nite
Columbia Memorial Space Center
12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242
Columbia Memorial Space Center is hosting Family Nite on Friday, April 26th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Take advantage of free admission and explore the Center’s exhibits and displays.
Meet the Grunion
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
3720 Stephen M. White Dr., San Pedro, CA 90731
Families are invited to Meet the Grunion at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium on Friday, April 26th from 8:00 pm to 11:55 pm. “Watch silvery fish come up on the beach to spawn! Learn about the interesting mating rituals and growth of this curious fish.” This is a guided observation at the beach. Warm clothing and flashlights are recommended. Tickets are available online. ($7 adults, $3 seniors, students, children)
City Nature Challenge
Multiple locations including
Natural History Museum
900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007
“The City Nature Challenge is an international effort to document nature in cities, taking place from Friday, April 26th to Monday, April 29th.” Participants of all ages are invited to take part by observing and submitting pictures of wild plants, animals, and fungi “in order to help scientists track real-time changes in our planet’s biodiversity and better understand wildlife conservation.” Check the website for information about the App you need to download to participate as well as information on in-person programs happening at the Natural History Museum, Griffith Park, Studio City, and more.
Independent Bookstore Day
Multiple Locations
Saturday, April 27th is Independent Bookstore Day and our favorite indie bookstores are participating.
Flintridge Bookstore will be hosting story times and book signings, a scavenger hunt, giveaways, and more.
Once Upon A Time will be hosting a number of book signings, as well as offering “treats, goodies, and prizes.”
Village Well Books and Coffee invites families to “come by and meet local authors, try eats from our new menu, and go on blind dates with books.”
Zibby’s Bookshop will be celebrating with author signings, kids’ storytime, face painting, giveaways, and more.
Calm Morning: He Named Me Malala Movie Poster
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
6067 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures invites families to its Calm Morning programming on Saturday, April 27th. The day begins at 9:00 am when families can explore the Stories of Cinema exhibition on Level 2, “where sound and lighting adjustments will be made for a more sensory-friendly viewing experience.” Then from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, families can participate in a Family Workshop where they will “design and create a movie poster featuring a woman in their life who is strong and inspiring, like Malala.” And then at 11:00 am, sit back and watch an accessible, open-caption screening of He Named Me Malala. Tickets are available online.
LAUSD Arts Fest
Los Angeles City College
855 N. Vermont Ave., Los Angeles, CA
The LAUSD Arts Fest is happening on Saturday, April 27th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm This free, community event will showcase student art work and future a number of exhibitions and performances. LAUSD Arts Fest features “hands-on art activities, dance, theatre, fashion, poetry, STEAM stations, environmental exhibitions, demos and college informational tables hosted by schools, arts partners and local artists. Learn from arts and STEAM teachers in LAUSD schools.” Additionally, there will be free art supplies and free popcorn (while supplies last).
Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Easy Mornings
200 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Visit Gloria Molina Grand Park on Saturday, April 27th for its Easy Morning programming. The free, four-hour event (10 am to 2 pm) “offers something for everyone, from arts and culture to educational and creative programs, along with a focus on community health.” Activities include a journaling station, yoga, performance by Bob Baker Marionette Theater, music, and much more. A schedule of the day’s events is available online.
Arts & Literacy Festival 2024
Virgina Avenue Park
2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90405
The City of Santa Monica is hosting the annual Arts & Literacy Festival on Saturday, April 27th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. This year’ theme is “The ROBOTS Are Here,” and will feature over 30 community organizations “offering games and activities that align with Santa Monica Cradle to Career Building Blocks for Kindergarten campaign” which is designed to “to make sure all Santa Monica children start kindergarten ready to learn, inside and outside the classroom.” The fun includes an obstacle course, storytime, robotic demonstrations, musical and dance performances, and much more. Parking information is available online.
Noteworthy Puppets: Jack and the Beanstalk – The Puppet Musical
Hermosa Beach Library
550 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Visit Hermosa Beach Library on Saturday, April 27th from 10:30 am to 11:00 am for a special puppet show. “The classic tale of friendship, forgiveness, and following your dreams comes to life with original songs and handmade puppets.” Recommended for children ages 2-5.
Bowers’ Books for Kids: Storytime in the Galleries with Author Shiho Pate
Bowers Museum
2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, CA 92706
Bowers Museum invites families to Storytime in the Galleries happening on Saturday, April 27th from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. “Just in time for National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day, join author Shiho Pate for a tale that champions the importance of family and relays how it feels to belong and to have a place to call home.” Storytime in the Galleries includes free copies of the featured book, The Rescues – Finding Home, for the first 35 to RSVP, and free admission to the galleries for the first 35 participants to arrive at each event. After the reading, children will participate in a fun art project. Ticket information is available online.
Aquatics Spring Fest
West Hollywood Park – Aquatic and Recreation Center
8750 El Tovar Place, West Hollywood, CA
The City of West Hollywood Recreation Services is hosting Aquatics Spring Fest on Saturday, April 27th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. This free, all-ages event features lots of fun activities including a basketball shootout, carnival games, egg hunts, face painting, giveaways, and more.
The Music Center’s 45th Annual Very Special Arts Festival: Family Day
The Music Center – Jerry Moss Plaza
135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012
The Music Center’s 45th Annual Very Special Arts Festival: Family Day is happening on Saturday, April 27th from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm. This free, inclusive festival is “perfect for children of all abilities and their families and a great way to spend a Saturday.” Enjoy free musical performances, family-friendly art-making activities, and an interactive student art gallery.
Storytime Saturday
Laguna Art Museum
307 Cliff Dr., Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Take a drive to the Laguna Art Museum on Saturday, April 27th for their 11:00 am event, Storytime Saturday. Children will enjoy author Pamela K. Knudsen reading her children’s book, Two Cars, A Mermaid, and the Disappearing Moon. After the story, kids will participate in a “watercolor pencil activity placing kids at the center of an adventure of their own.” (All children 12 and younger receive free admission. Admission fee is required for accompanying adults.)
Lupita Infante Presents Downey Unified Mariachi Music Festival
Griffiths Middle School
9633 Tweedy Lane, Downey, CA
Lupita Infante Presents Downey Unified Mariachi Music Festival is happening on Saturday, April 27th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. This is a free community event featuring Grammy-nomiated Lupita Infante (a Downey High School alum) and performances by Southern California student Mariachi groups (6th grade – college). At the end of the event, Lupita will perform with the top student group. Food trucks will be on-site as well. Details, including RSVP information, are available online.
Ceramic Making Family Workshop
Getty Villa
17985 Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
“Create and decorate your own clay vessel using ancient techniques” at the Getty Villa on Saturday, April 27th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. “Explore the art of storytelling inspired by images and designs from Greek, Maya, and Moche pottery in this free, drop-in workshop for all ages.” Advanced, timed tickets are required and available online.
El día de los niños/El día de los libros Festival
Felipe de Neve Branch Library
2820 W. 6th St., Los Angeles, CA 90057
Felipe de Neve Branch Library is hosting El día de los niños/El día de los libros Festival on Saturday, April 27th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The fun event includes storytime, Hawrang Nanta Korean Drumming, Baila Baila – Spanish through Music and Movement, and more. This special event is free and for children of all ages and their families.
Special Musical Storytime Featuring the Pasadena Conservatory of Music
Vroman’s Bookstore
695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA
Vroman’s Bookstore invites families to a Special Musical Storytime featuring the Pasadena Conservatory of Music on Saturday, April 27th at 11:30 am. “Ten terrific rabbits bounce off the pages of Sandra Boynton’s The Bunny Rabbit Show, and into the imaginations of your little ones.” Students and faculty from the Pasadena Conservatory of Music will be putting on this musical storytime. Recommended for children aged 3-9, the morning also includes a crafts activity.
Trash Bowl: Battle of the Babies
Heal the Bay Aquarium at the Santa Monica Pier
1600 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Families are invited to participate in Trash Bowl: Battle of the Babies, a self-guided beach cleanup competition happening on Saturday, April 27th from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. “Lead your team in a self-guided cleanup of Santa Monica Beach, choose which animal you would like to support, and at the end of the month, we’ll tally the total pounds collected by each fandom to see which baby will emerge triumphant!” Will you choose the California Skate Baby or a Swell Shark Pup? Families can stop by the Aquarium to pickup a free bucket. Details are available online.
The Good Festival
Westfield Culver City- Center Court
6000 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City, CA
Visit Westfield Culver City on Saturday, April 27th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm for The Good Festival. This eco-friendly fun event gives families the chance to learn about the city of Culver City’s services for eco-friendly living. Additionally, the Festival includes music, recycling and donating clothing, craft activities for kiddos, and more. RSVPs are appreciated but not required. Check the website for details on the Festival’s different activities.
Drones4Kids
Bell Library
4411 E. Gage Ave., Bell, CA 90201
Celebrate Día at Bell Library on Saturday, April 27th from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. “Children will have the opportunity to fly a drone and learn how drones are utilized in different careers.” As a bonus, each child in attendance will receive a free book to keep.
Street Food Cinema: Barbie
Autry Museum
4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA
Street Food Cinema’s 13th season begins on Saturday, April 27th with an outdoor screening of Barbie. “This is a PINK OUT event, so come dressed to impress in your favorite shades of pink.” Doors open at 5:30 pm, the band starts performing at 6:45 pm, and the movie begins at 8:00 pm. A number of food trucks will be on-site as well. Tickets are available online. (The movie is rated PG-13.)
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Monrovia Public Library
321 S. Myrtle Ave., Monrovia, CA
Monrovia Public Library is celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a special event happening on Saturday, April 27th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. “Celebrate the contributions that generations of Asian Americans, native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders have made to American history, society, and culture.” Enjoy performances, and participate in crafts, stories, and other activities that “will educate and stimulate appreciation for this very special group of people.”
Cherry Blossom Festival
2nd & PCH
6440 Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90803
2nd & PCH is hosting a Cherry Blossom Festival on Saturday, April 27th and Sunday, April 28th from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm each day. Celebrate the beauty of cherry blossoms in full bloom at this special event. You’ll find a variety of “handcrafted treasures, artisanal delights, and unique finds from local vendors.”
Inland Pacific Ballet’s Cinderella
Lewis Family Playhouse
12505 Cultural Center Dr., Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Inland Pacific Ballet’s Cinderella will be performed at the Lewis Family Playhouse on Saturday, April 27th and Sunday, April 28th (at 11:30 am and 4:00 pm both days). This original ballet production features “a charming cast of characters including a fairy tale Cinderella, a pair of hilarious Stepsisters, and a radiant Fairy Godmother who sends Cinderella to the ball in a glittering carriage fit for a fairy princess.” Tickets are available online.
Family Matinee: Labyrinth
New Beverly Cinema
7165 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
As part of its Family Matinee program, New Beverly Cinema is screening Labyrinth on Saturday, April 27th and Sunday, April 28th at 2:00 pm each day. “A wild and wickedly whimsical wonderment chock-full of outrageous puppets, gleeful creations and unforgettable songs.” Tickets are available online. (The movie is rated PG.)
Cherry Blossom Festival
Barnes Park
350 S. McPherrin Ave., Monterey Park, CA
The City of Monterey Park’s Cherry Blossom Festival is happening this weekend on Saturday, April 27th (11 am to 7 pm) and Sunday, April 28th (11 am to 6 pm). The festival includes musical and dance performances, martial arts demonstrations, food, games, crafts for kiddos, and much more.
Active Streets: Mission-To-Mission
South Pasadena, Alhambra, San Gabriel
Active Streets: Mission-To-Mission is a 5-mile event connecting the cities of Alhambra, San Gabriel, and South Pasadena and it’s happening on Sunday, April 28th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. This free event is open to participants of all ages. This is a non-car event; participants may walk, roll, ride, skate, bike, dance, or jog. In addition, be sure to check out the Activity Hubs which feature “a diverse array of community groups, vendors and exhibitors, performing and visual artists, free games and other activities.” Details, including a map of the route, are available online.
Barnsdall Arts Sundays on Zoom
Each Sunday, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, Barnsdall Arts invites families to participate in a free family workshop over Zoom. The project is introduced every half hour, and the teaching artist will be present and available to speak with and answer any questions you may have. Each week features a different country and/or culture and related art project. Sunday, April 28th, families will be learning about the Hmong while working on a Traditional Village Scene. Zoom information and a list of needed materials are available online.
Sun Print: Family Workshop
Getty Center
1200 Getty Center Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90049
The Getty Center is hosting Sun Print: Family Workshop on Sunday, April 28th from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm. “Harness the power of the sun to make one-of-a-kind photographic prints called cyanotypes by arranging flowers, leaves, and stencils on light-sensitive material.” Create fun, family-friendly keepsakes at this drop-in program. “This workshop complements the exhibitions Hippolyte Bayard: A Persistent Pioneer and Nineteenth-Century Photography Now.” Timed admission tickets are required and are available online.
Family Flicks: James and the Giant Peach
Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024
Families are invited to a screening of James and the Giant Peach at the Hammer Museum on Sunday, April 28th at 11:00 am. “Producer Tim Burton and director Henry Selick deliver a wild and visually arresting stop-motion adaptation of Roald Dahl’s classic novel.” Recommended for children 7 and older. This is a free event. (The movie is rated PG.)
Holland Festival Celebrating Dutch King’s Day
P.O.A. Gemmrig Park
7390 Carson Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90808
The 34th Annual Holland Festival Celebrating Dutch King’s Day is happening on Sunday, April 28th from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. This “Amsterdam-style outdoor party” features food, a Dutch DJ, traditional games, a flea market, and more. Tickets are available online or cash at the door. ($10, children 12 and younger are free. Parking is $8.)
Cinco de Mayo Family Day
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
501 N. Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90012
Visit LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes on Sunday, April 28th at 12:00 pm for Cinco de Mayo Family Day. “Discover California’s connection to the Battle of Puebla through theatrical performances, music, hands-on workshops, and more.” This is a free event. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. A schedule of the day’s events is available online.
Skirball Puppet Festival
Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
The Skirball Puppet Festival is happening on Sunday, April 28th from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. This popular event features puppets of all sizes, walking, soaring, and stomping. “See puppetry performances, dance to a live band, and make your own puppet friend to join in on the fun.” Advance reservations have sold out; however, walk ups are welcome. Note – be sure to check the website for notices when/if walk-up tickets sell out.
KCRW PieFest
Fowler Museum & UCLA Royce Quad
10745 Dickson Court, Los Angeles, CA 90095
KCRW and Fowler Museum have partnered for PieFest, happening on Sunday, April 28th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. In addition to a “massive pie contest: hundreds of bakers compete to impress the judges,” the event also includes baking demonstrations, a marketplace offering pie slices and lunch options, kids activities, exhibitions at the Museum, and music. RSVP online for this free event.
Give Back: Family Celebration Day for Kids’ Mental Health
The Americana at Brand
889 Americana Way, Glendale, CA 91210
The Americana at Brand is kicking off Mental Health Awareness Month with a Family Celebration Day for Kids’ Mental Health event on Sunday, April 28th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The Festival features hands-on activities, games, raffles, crafts, storytime, sports skills activities, movement and wellness station, and more. Tickets are available online and “100% of proceeds support our event beneficiary with a mission to provide free tools and resources to promote children’s mental health.”
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Wendy Kennar is a mother, writer, and former teacher who has lived her entire life in the same Los Angeles zip code. You can read more from Wendy at her website WendyKennar.com where she writes about books, boys, and bodies (living with an invisible disability).
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