Best Things to Do This Weekend in Los Angeles with Kids Oct 16-18, 2026

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Every Weekend there are amazing Things to do in Los Angeles with Kids! We’ve curated a list of what we think are the most fun, most interesting family events in Los Angeles this weekend – so you can have the best time together!

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The Best Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids this Weekend

There are lots of fun things to do with your kids this weekend, October 16th – October 18th. Enjoy Opera at the Beach in Santa Monica, attend the 21st Annual Taste of Soul Family Festival on Crenshaw Boulevard, marvel at the stars during Griffith Observatory’s Public Star Party, celebrate Southeast Asia Day at the Aquarium of the Pacific, and more!

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Brick or Treat at Legoland California
1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92008

LEGOLAND® California Resort has expanded its family-friendly Halloween event, Brick or Treat, with the debut of Brick or Treat Street – an all-new immersive walkthrough experience featuring six Halloween houses filled with mischief, treats, tricks, and LEGO® build inspired seasonal fun for the whole family. Family-friendly Halloween fun, all included with general admission. 

We got a chance to check it out and it was super fun! Highly recommend! Returning on select dates from Sept. 19 through Nov. 1, 2026. Get tickets through our affiliate link and save!

Circus Vargas Presents Masquerade
Valencia Town Center
24201 Valencia Blvd., Valencia, CA 91355

Circus Vargas will be at Valencia Town Center through Monday, October 19th. “From aerialists and high-wire acts to juggling, unicycles, hand balancing, and the Globe of Death, there’s no shortage of wow-worthy moments.” Circus Vargas Presents Masquerade is a two-hour show. Children under 2 receive free admission, and senior and military discounts are also available. Details and tickets are available online. 

Friday Movie Night: Finding Nemo
Brentwood Country Mart
225 26th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90402

Brentwood Country Mart hosts Movie Nights each Friday in October. On Friday, October 16th enjoy a screening of the much-loved, Disney-Pixar film, Finding Nemo. “Join Marlin and Dory on an unforgettable ocean adventure filled with humor, heart, and plenty of surprises along the way. Bring the family, grab dinner to go from your favorite Mart merchants, and settle in for a classic under the stars.” The movie starts at 6:00 pm and is rated G.

Movies at Van Nuys Airport
7739 Woodley Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91406

Enjoy outdoor movie screenings as part of a new series, Movies at Van Nuys Airport. On Friday, October 16th families can purchase tickets for a “spooky double-feature of Casper and Poltergeist as part of our Halloween programming. This series will include state-of-the-art projection and sound overseeing the historic active runway.” Tickets may be purchased for one or both films. Chairs are not included; be sure to bring your own seats and/or blankets. All seating s available on a first come, first served basis. Arrive before the first movie, so you don’t miss out on any of the fun including music and raffle giveaways. Food may be purchased from the on-site food trucks. Casper will start at 7:00 pm, is rated PG, and has a runtime of 1 hour 40 minutes. Poltergeist will start at 9:15 pm, is rated PG, and has a runtime of 1 hour 54 minutes.
Different movies will be screened on Saturday, October 17th. Showtime for Mars Attacks is 7:00 pm. The movie is rated PG-13 and has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes. Beetlejuice is rated PG and has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes. Details and tickets are available online. 

Fall-O-Ween
Heritage Hill Historical Park
25151 Serrano Road, Lake Forest, CA 92630

Visit Heritage Hill Historical Park this weekend, Friday, October 16th through Sunday, October 18th for Fall-O-Ween. Heritage Hill Historical Park will be decorated for the occasion, perfect for fall-themed photo ops. The fun also includes a straw maze and scavenger hunt. Light refreshments will be on sale at the event. Costumes are encouraged. Both the event and parking are free. 

The Nightmare Before Christmas in 4D Fan Event & Screenings
El Capitan Theatre
6838 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028

In celebration of the season, families can attend a special Fan Event screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas in 4Dat El Capitan Theatre on Friday, October 16th at 7:30pm. The Fan Event will include an “introduction by Don Hahn and live drawing demo with George McClements before the movie! Don’t forget to snap a picture at our Holiday door photo op.” If you can’t make it to the Fan Event, screenings are planned through Sunday, November 1st with daily showtimes at 9:30 am, 12 pm, 2:30 pm, 5 pm, 7:30 pm, and 10 pm. (The 10 pm screening is available Friday through Sunday only.) Families will be able to see the short film, “The Skeleton Dance,” before each screening. The movie has a runtime of 1 hour 16 minutes and is rated PG. Details and tickets are available online. 

Little Sparks: Car Costume Party
Petersen Automotive Museum
6060 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036

The Petersen Automotive Museum is hosting a Little Sparks workshop on Saturday, October 17th from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Little Sparks workshop is a hands-on workshop designed for children ages 3-6, allowing children to explore the world of cars through games, artwork, and observing the Museum’s collection. The theme for Saturday’s workshop is Car Costume Party. “Little Sparks will create costumes inspired by our most popular cars! Once everyone is dressed up, we invite you to strut the red carpet and trick-or-treat for some fun prizes!” The workshop is included in general Museum admission. Sign up online.

Southeast Asia Day
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA 90802

Aquarium of the Pacific’s 22nd Annual Southeast Asia Day is happening this weekend on Saturday, October 17th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. This special program highlights the “beauty and diversity of cultures from this region. Guests can enjoy music, dance, cultural craft demonstrations, and other programming representing countries such as Cambodia, India, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.” The event is included in general Aquarium admission. Details and tickets are available online. 

Fall Fest at RUNWAY
RUNWAY Playa Vista
12775 W. Millennium, Playa Vista, CA 90094

Families are invited to celebrate Fall at RUNWAY’s Fall Fest happening on Saturday, October 17th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The fun will include live entertainment, pumpkins, seasonal activities, and local makers. RSVP online for this free event. 

Family Festival: LA and Mexico in Focus
Getty Center
1200 Getty Center Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90049

The Getty Center invites families to its Family Festival: LA and Mexico in Focus, happening on Saturday, October 17th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The free Festival will feature a “a vibrant lineup of mariachi, ballet folklórico, bilingual storytelling, and hands-on workshops celebrating how a single instant—a photograph—can hold a lifetime of stories and memories.” The Festival is “inspired by the exhibitions Instante/revelación: Moments in Mexican Photography and Every Minute Is History: Five Views of Los Angeles” and “honors the moments and revelations of Mexican culture as well the Chicano/a communities in Los Angeles.” A schedule of the day’s events is available online. Family programs are free and don’t require a ticket. The Getty Center does require a timed-entry reservation, and there is a fee for parking.

21st Annual Taste of Soul Family Festival
Crenshaw Blvd. (From Obama Blvd. to Stocker St.), Los Angeles, CA

The 21st Annual Taste of Soul Family Festival is happening on Saturday, October 17th from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm. The family-friendly event will feature live entertainment on three stages, food, community resources, vendors, and a special Children’s World featuring games, educational activities, and free family health resources. A shuttle will be running to take visitors to and from the parking area and Festival. 

Create, Connect and Celebrate with Hello Kitty® and Friends
Lawndale Library
14615 Burin Ave., Lawndale, CA 90260

“Celebrate friendship and creativity with Hello Kitty® and Friends” at Lawndale Library on Saturday, October 17th. The fun includes “hands-on crafts and activities inspired by kindness, imagination, and the joy of being together.” This is an all-ages event.

October Nothin’ But Sand Beach Clean Up
Santa Monica Beach – Tower 20 (Bay Street)
20 Bicknell Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90401

Heal the Bay presents its October Nothin’ But Sand Beach Clean Up on Saturday, October 17th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Volunteers are needed to “help remove trash and debris before it washes out to the ocean.” This is an all-ages event. Details, including registration information, are available online.

Trunk or Treat
Ken Dyda Civic Center
30940 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

The City of Rancho Palos Verdes invites families to attend its Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, October 17th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Kiddos can visit the decorated car trunks as they fill up their Halloween goodie bags. The fun will also include a puppet show, inflatables, games, face painting, a costume parade, and giveaways. Food vendors will also be on-site. Check the website for details regarding where to find additional free parking and to learn about the free shuttle that will be operating.  

Bluey’s Boo Bash and
Fall Movie Night: Hocus Pocus
LBX Hangar
4150 McGowen St., Long Beach, CA 90846

LBX Hangar is hosting two special events on Saturday, October 17th. From 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm stop by and enjoy a festive Halloween Maker Market featuring local crafters and creators. A DJ will be playing “spooky tunes,” and there will be a Bluey meet-and-greet from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Costumes are encouraged. 
Stick around, because later that night there will be a free, outdoor screening of Hocus Pocus. “Meet the Sanderson Sisters from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm, then grab your seats for a screening of Hocus Pocus at 7:45 pm under the stars.” The day’s events are free to attend. (The movie is rated PG.)

The Emperor’s New Clothes
Theatre West
3333 Cahuenga Blvd. West, Los Angeles, CA 90068

Storybook Theatre of Los Angeles at Theatre West presents The Emperor’s New Clothes. “Storybook Theatre’s musical retelling of the famous story includes lots of singing, dancing, and audience participation. The audience sings along, plays kazoos, and joins in staging their own fashion show.” Performances begin on Saturday, October 17th and are scheduled for each Saturday at 1:00 pm through Saturday, May 22nd, 2027. Details and tickets are available online. 

Paper Flowers for Day of the Dead
Panorama City Branch Library
14345 Roscoe Blvd., Panorama City, CA 91402

Teens are invited to create Paper Flowers for Day of the Dead at Panorama City Branch Library on Saturday, October 17th from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Participants will create a variety of flowers — including irises, pansies, and tulips — from colored paper. Each teen will then have a lovely bouquet to take home. 

Hands-On History: Basket Weaving Workshop
Santa Monica History Museum
1350 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Visit Santa Monica History Museum on Saturday, October 17th from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm to participate in a Basket Weaving Workshop. Carolyne Edwards of the Quinn Research Center will lead the workshop and explain “the Indigenous traditions of the historic craft.” Recommended for children 8 and older. (Admission is $5 per child, accompanying adult attends for free.) RSVP requested.

A Hundred Years in the Hundred Acre Wood
Central Library – Children’s Literature Department
630 W. 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071

“The first Winnie-the-Pooh book is 100 years old, just like Central Library,” and the Library is ready to celebrate. Stop by on Saturday, October 17th from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm and celebrate with stories, songs, a craft, and more. (Intended for children 3 and older.)

Drag Story Hour: Free and Queer: Black Californian Roots of Gay Liberation
California African American Museum
Exposition Park
600 State Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90037

Families are invited to Drag Story Hour at the California African American Museum on Saturday, October 17th from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. “Drag encourages children to embrace their sense of self-expression, compassion, and joy, while giving young people an opportunity to experience this fabulous art form in an environment designed for them.” RSVP online for this free event. (Note – the Reading List is available on the website.)

Youth Halloween Carnival
Plummer Park
7377 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90046

The City of West Hollywood is hosting its Youth Halloween Carnival on Saturday, October 17th from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Plummer Park will transform into a “spooky wonderland featuring a trackless train, carnival games, face painters, arts and crafts, live on-stage entertainment, and plenty of treats. Families and pets are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite costumes and participate in the popular costume showcase. Whether you’re exploring Plummer’s Haunted Spooky Exhibit, dancing to festive music, or enjoying seasonal refreshments, there’s something for every little ghost and goblin to enjoy.” Admission is free. (Note – parking is limited.) 

Public Star Party
Griffith Observatory
2800 E. Observatory Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90027

Griffith Observatory is hosting a Public Star Party on Saturday, October 17th from 2:00 pm to 9:45 pm. The Public Star Party is a “chance for the whole family to look at the Sun, Moon, visible planets, and other objects, to try out a variety of telescopes, and to talk to knowledgeable amateur astronomers about the sky and their equipment.” This is a free event. 

Middle Grade Author Visit: Rumor Has It by Sarah Mlynowski and Christina Soontornvat
Village Well Books & Coffee
9900 Culver Blvd. #1B, Culver City, CA 90232

Middle Grade Author Sarah Mlynowski will be at Village Well Books & Coffee on Saturday, October 17th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Ms. Mlynowski will be celebrating the release of her new book, Rumor Has It. The story follows two step-sisters, Annie and Leela, who don’t get along. “When a blended family brings together two very different girls–each with their own secrets, crushes, and schemes–drama ensues. Will Annie and Leela find a way to get along, or is their luck about to run out?”

Zombie Make Up Workshop
Sunland – Tujunga Branch Library
7771 Foothill Blvd., Tujunga, CA 91042

Sunland – Tujunga Branch Library is hosting a Zombie Make Up Workshop on Saturday, October 17th from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Special effects makeup artist Brian Stock will lead this “zombie make up demonstration just in time for Halloween.” (For participants 10 and older.)

Spooky Science Night
Columbia Memorial Space Center
12400 Columbia Way, Downey, CA 90242

Columbia Memorial Space Center invites families to Spooky Science Night on Saturday, October 17th from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm. “A spooky robotics lab and super slime are just a few of the stations you and your family will be able to enjoy during this four-hour special event.” You’ll find lots of hands-on activities, a “science show packed with spooky surprises and spectacular demonstrations,” and lots of candy at the Space Center’s Trunk-or-Treat. Costumes are strongly encouraged. (Admission is $5 per person; children 3 and younger are free.) Details are available online. 

Opera at the Beach: Carmen
Santa Monica Pier
200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401

“Gather your blankets and lawn chairs, pack your picnic, and come experience the music and drama of Carmen under the stars.” Opera at the Beach is a free, all-ages event happening on Saturday, October 17th. Pre-show activities start at 4:00 pm and will include family-friendly crafts, balloon art, face painting, and more. The performance will begin at 6:00 pm. Food vendors will be on-site as well. RSVP online. 

BLOCtober Halloween Celebration
The BLOC
700 W. 7th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90017

Head to The BLOC in Downtown LA on Saturday, October 17th for the BLOCtober Halloween Celebration. The fun starts at 5:00 pm with trick-or-treating, face painting, kids’ crafts, a pumpkin patch, and live DJ. And at 7:00 pm, families can settle in for an outdoor screening of The Nightmare Before Christmas. Costumes are encouraged. RSVP online for this free event.

Halloween Party: A Night at the Autry Museum
Autry Museum of the American West
4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA 90027

Celebrate Halloween at the Autry Museum’s Halloween Party: A Night at the Autry event happening on Saturday, October 17th from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. There’s something for everyone including carnival games, trick-or-treating, crafts, Hallowe’en Spooktacular Puppet Show by the Bob Baker Marionettes, a bounce house, scavenger hunts, live DJ, and more. Halloween costumes are encouraged. Details and tickets are available online.

Sea Scare! Monsters of Myth
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
3720 Stephen M. White Dr., San Pedro, CA 90731

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium invites families to experience its Sea Scare! Monsters of Myth event happening on Saturday, October 17th from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. “Dive into adventure at this year’s Sea Scare! Poseidon’s trident has been stolen, and it is up to you to join the quest to recover it. Travel through dangerous waters, meet legendary sea monsters, and forge alliances to complete your mission.” This “family-friendly Halloween spooktacular” is designed for all ages and will feature a live DJ, costume contest, games, arts and crafts, a family-friendly haunted house, and trick-or-treating. Families are encouraged to purchase tickets online. This event is expected to sell out. Details and ticket information are available online.

Fall Festival 2026
The Original Farmers Market
6333 W. 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90036

The Original Farmers Market is hosting its annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 17th and Sunday, October 18th from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm each day. The fun includes a petting zoo, live musical performances, Mr. Jack O’Lantern’s Pumpkin Patch, Urban Saddles Equestrian Group, crafts, and more. Check the website for all the details.

2026 I-Spy Halloween Train Ride and Festival
Griffith Park Southern Railroad
4400 Crystal Springs Dr., Los Angeles, CA 

The 2026 I-Spy Halloween Train Ride and Festival is happening this weekend on Saturday, October 17th and Sunday, October 18th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm each day. “Enjoy a fun I Spy Halloween Train Ride around a family-friendly, seasonally decorated, mile-long track.” The fun also includes an activity and games area as well as fun photo opportunities. Tickets are $8 person. Each visit includes one printed photo. Details are available online. (This event will also be available the next two weekends, on October 24th & 25th, and October 31st and November 1st.)

Daytime Boo at the Zoo
Santa Barbara Zoo
500 Niños Dr., Santa Barbara, CA 93103

If you feel like going for a drive, head north to the Santa Barbara Zoo for their “Daytime Boo at the Zoo” event. Have some Halloween fun during regular Zoo daytime hours. The fun includes a daily costume contest and parade, animal encounters, a hay maze, spooky story time, a scavenger hunt, and more. (Face painting is available for an additional charge.) Daytime Boo at the Zoo activities are included with general Zoo admission. Daytime Boo at the Zoo runs from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm from Thursday, October 16th through Halloween, Saturday, October 31st. Tickets are available online. 

Children’s Book World is hosting two special events this weekend. On Saturday, October 17th from 10:30 am to 11:00 am families are invited to a mini-concert featuring “LA-based ‘kindie rocker,’ Mista Cookie Jar. Settle in as Mista Cookie Jar serenades the crowd with his ‘stars and moon’ steel guitar, mixing a rock star excitement with the warmth of family music. Bubbles will end the show.”
And on Sunday, October 18th from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm, “author, illustrator, and pop-up paper and Origami artisan, Joel Stern” will be leading a free workshop in which participants can make their own pop-up art or card. Check the website for all the details.

Boo at the Zoo
Santa Ana Zoo
1801 E. Chestnut Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92701

Santa Ana Zoo invites families to experience Boo at the Zoo this weekend on Saturday, October 17th and Sunday, October 18th from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. This “Merry Not Scary” Halloween-themed event features trick-or-treating (don’t forget your bags for treats), nocturnal animal encounters, a scavenger hunt, and more. Rides, such as the Ferris wheel and Carrousel, will be operating, though they do require a ride ticket. Boo at the Zoo tickets must be purchased online. Details are available online. (Note – if you can’t make it this weekend, Boo at the Zoo is also happening next weekend on Saturday, October 24th and Sunday, October 25th.)

Puppets in the Park at Hollyhock House
4800 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90027

Bob Baker Marionette Theater and Hollyhock House present Puppets in the Park on Sunday, October 18th. Performances take place from 9:30 am to 10:00 am and 11:00 am to 11:30 am. (Gates open at 9:00 am.) Families will enjoy the 30-minute Hallowe’en Spooktacular puppet show. The morning will also include fun family activities from 10:00 am to 11:00 am and 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. This is a free event. No RSVP is needed. All activities take place outside. 

Family Science Sunday: Fin-tastic Fish Friends
Marine Mammal Care Center
3601 S. Gaffey St. #8, San Pedro, CA 90731

Sunday, October 18th is Family Science Sunday at Marine Mammal Care Center (MMCC). This hands-on event gives families the opportunities to “embark on a captivating one-hour journey delving into ocean conservation, marine mammals, and beyond.” The event provides a full visitor experience including access to the interactive exhibit hall and the chance to view current patients at the Center. The topic for Sunday, October 18th is Fin-tastic Fish Friends. “Take a guided look inside the world of fish biology through a hands-on dissection of a herring. Families will explore external and internal anatomy, learn how fish are adapted for life in the ocean, and discover the unique features that help them swim, sense, and survive.” Reserve your tickets online. Families may select an 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm, or 3:00 pm registration time. (Children must be at least 8 years old to attend. Note – there is a $1 nonrefundable program booking fee for each participant. And as a thank you for attending, on the day of the program, each participant will receive a $1 coupon that can be used in the gift shop or donated to the patients on premises.)

Marina Drum Circle 2026
Burton Chace Park
13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292

Sunday October 18th is your last chance to participate in Marina Drum Circle. Christopher Ramirez of Freedom Drum Circles will lead Marina Drum Circle with drums provided by Remo Drums. “All ages are welcome to enjoy a journey of creating beats and sounds collectively.” Two 60-minute sessions are offered on Sunday — one at 11:30 am and one at 1:30 pm. Sign up online for this free event. 

36th Annual Pumpkin Race
Manhattan Beach Pier

The 36th Annual Pumpkin Race is happening at the Manhattan Beach Pier on Sunday, October 18th starting at 12:00 pm. “Race a pumpkin down Manhattan Beach Boulevard and take part in the spectacle of the Manhattan Beach Pier area transformed into Pumpkin Race Land, where creativity runs wild and cheaters never prosper.” The daylong Festival and Pumpkin Race are popular events. Costumes are encouraged. Check the website for details, including important parking information.  

Andell Family Sundays: Textile Alchemy
Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)
5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036

“Get inspired by the exhibition Textile Alchemy: The Art of Reiko Sud? & NUNO and make your own art at a drop-in workshop led by artists Gloria Westcott and Julianna Ostrovsky” on Sunday, October 18th from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm. In addition, families can “join a 30-minute docent-led family tour of highlights on view in the David Geffen Galleries.” Tours begin at 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm, and 2:00 pm. Details, including ticket information, are available online.

Fireside Nights
Vasquez Rocks Interpretive Center
10700 Escondido Canyon Road, Agua Dulce, CA 91390

Families are invited to participate in Fireside Nights at Vasquez Rocks Interpretive Center on Sunday, October 18th from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm. The free event will be a Celebration of Halloween. Enjoy sing-alongs, storytelling, crafts, animal meet-and-greets, s’mores, and more! Families may bring their own camp chairs and snacks. No reservations are required.

Dog Man: The Musical
Kirk Douglas Theatre
9820 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232

Don’t delay — the last performances of Dog Man: The Musical are taking place this weekend. “Based on the worldwide bestselling hit series by Dav Pilkey, Dog Man: The Musical  is a hilarious and heartwarming production following the chronicles of Dog Man, who, with the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture.” The performance has a 90-minute runtime, including one intermission. Performances are planned for Friday, October 16th at 7 pm, Saturday, October 17th at 11 am, 3 pm, and 7 pm, and Sunday, October 18th at 1 pm and 5 pm. Plus, Saturday, October 17th is Family Day. Children may participate in a special activity after the 11 am performance and before the 3 pm performance. “Help us build our own Dog Man silly superhero roster by creating your very own part animal, part human superhero. Complete your original superhero profile and earn a special sticker.” Details and tickets are available online. Recommended for children 3 and older. (Note – use the code FAMDAY27 to save on service fees when purchasing tickets for the Saturday, October 17th 11:00 am and 3:00 pm performances.) 

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