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Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids October 4-6, 2024
There are lots and lots of fun things to do with your kids this first weekend of October, October 4th – October 6th. Attend the Latino Heritage Parade and Festival in Pasadena, celebrate Festa Italiana in San Pedro, participate in the Great LA River CleanUp, attend the Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach, and much more.
Featured Event of the Week
Boarding School Fair
St. Matthew’s Parish School, Pacific Palisades and Los Angeles Marriott Burbank
Schools To Know, in partnership with Educational Consultant Lisa Spengler, will hold the Boarding School Fairs on October 15 and October 16 in Pacific Palisades and Burbank.
These events aim to provide students, parents, and educators in the LA area with a unique opportunity to explore a wide range of boarding school options. Fairs are designed to help families discover the benefits of a boarding school education and gain valuable insights into the admission process, curriculum, extracurricular activities, and student life. With an impressive lineup of participating schools, the fairs promise to showcase an array of educational opportunities for students of all ages.
Whether attendees are interested in traditional academic programs, specialized arts or sports-focused schools, as well as the unique experiences offered, there is a school for everyone.
Attendees are encouraged to register in advance. To register for the event and learn more, please visit schoolstoknow.com or contact [email protected]; Kelly Sheehan.
Grand Reopening Celebration at our Preschool and School-Age Programs at Caltech
250 South Michigan Ave, Pasadena 91106
The Child Educational Center invites you to join us for a Grand Reopening Celebration in Pasadena on Saturday, October 5th from 8:30 am to 11:30 am. We recently revitalized our Outdoor Classrooms at our Caltech Preschool and School-Age sites and are welcoming your family to come play! We are opening our gates to share the CEC experience with the community. Farmer’s market vibes, and a fun, local way to celebrate the start of the Fall season. Join us for bagels, coffee, and cider while your kids run around and play!
Roll @ Santa Monica
1324 5th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
It might be autumn, but you can still visit Roll @ Santa Monica, “your ultimate destination for outdoor roller-skating fun! Whether you’re a seasoned skater or a first-timer, Roll @ Santa Monica offers an unforgettable experience for all ages and skill levels.” Tickets are available online and are valid for a two-hour session. Hours of operation: Sundays – Thursdays: 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm, Fridays and Saturdays: 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm. (Admission is $15 including skate rental) (Tickets are available through Monday, October 14th.)
OC Auto Show
Anaheim Convention Center
800 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, CA 98202
The OC Auto Show is happening this weekend on Thursday, October 3rd (4 pm to 9 pm), Friday, October 4th (12 noon to 9 pm), Saturday, October 5th (9 am to 9 pm), and Sunday, October 6th (9am to 7 pm). While attendees of all ages may be dazzled and delighted by the vehicles on display, children will find extra-special things for them to see and do including a Kids Scavenger Hunt, the chance to see Hank the Robot (Ford’s interactive robot), the chance to take a test drive in a “luxury mini electric vehicle,” and more. Tickets and details are available online. (Children 12 and younger are free.)
Hispanic Heritage Month: Mayan Worry Dolls
Leland R. Weaver Library
4035 Tweedy Blvd., South Gate, CA 90280
Tweens and teens (ages 12-17) are invited to participate in a special activity for Hispanic Heritage Month at the Leland R. Weaver Library on Friday, October 4th from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Participants will learn about Guatemalan Worry Dolls, Muñecas Quitapenas, and the ways in which these dolls are important in the lives of Central American children, as they are used to help soothe children’s fears and anxieties. Then, attendees will have the chance to make their own dolls to take home. All supplies will be provided.
Artistic Workshop Series hosted by Soolip
Four Seasons Westlake Village, 2 Dole Drive, Westlake Village 91362
Beginning September 2024, Wanda Wen, founder and owner of the paper design studio Soolip, hosts a lineup of artistic workshops inside the greenhouse at Four Seasons Hotel Westlake Village.
Each class will inspire the inner creative through guided demonstrations and classes focused on the art of living with mindfulness, creativity, and of course paper. Price per class starts at $245 per person and includes expert instruction, all materials, light bites, and beverages. Additionally, each ticket includes day-access to the Hotel’s newest pool offering, The Cove. Classes take place on Saturdays:
- October 5 and 19 The Art of Copperplate Calligraphy
- October 26 From Paper to Pen to Page
- November 2 Paper Alchemy
- November 23 Photo Journal Book Making
- November 23 The Art of Gift Wrapping
- December 7 The Making of an Enchanted Fairy House
Silent Scare Silent Disco
Segerstrom Center for the Arts – Argyros Plaza
600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Segerstrom Center for the Arts is hosting Silent Scare Silent Disco on Friday, October 4th at 7:00 pm. The evening will feature three different channels of music. “With glowing headphones, eerie beats, and a costume contest, this will be a spooky soiree like no other. Grab your friends and get ready for a night of silent screams and non-stop dancing under the moonlight!” Tickets are available online.
Splash Pad Cinema Movie Nights: Hocus Pocus
Topanga Village
6256 California 27, Woodland Hills, CA
Topanga Village invites families to attend its Splash Pad Cinema Movie Night event happening on Friday, October 4th at 7:30 pm. “Get ready for a fun movie night under the stars with friends and family,” as you enjoy an outdoor screening of Hocus Pocus in the “ultimate outdoor movie experience with seating, headphones and fresh popcorn provided.” Be sure to arrive early to pick up take-out from your favorite restaurant. (Headphones are available for RSVPs on a first-come, first-served basis.) Register online for this free event. (The movie is rated PG.)
Movies On the Roof
Westfield Fashion Square
14006 Riverside Dr., Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Westfield Fashion Square continues to host its weekly Movies On the Roof series and is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with this weekend’s movie screenings. The outdoor “movie-screening experience includes comfortable seating on plush bean bag chairs or deep-seated Adirondack chairs,?state-of-the-art projection and sound, and valley views in an upscale event space on the rooftop of Westfield Fashion Square.” Doors open at 7:30 pm with music, games, and giveaways to enjoy before the movie starts at sunset. On Friday, October 4th The Road to El Dorado (rated PG) will be screened, and on Saturday, October 5th Dora and The Lost City of Gold (rated PG) is scheduled. Tickets are available online. (Note – only Westfield Fashion Square eatery food is permitted.)
Pacific Airshow Huntington Beach
Show Center – Pacific Coast Hwy (between Twin Dolphin St. & Beach Blvd.)
The Pacific Airshow Huntington Beach, regarded as the “largest airshow in the United States by attendance,” takes place this weekend, Friday, October 4th through Sunday, October 6th. Be prepared to be amazed. Events include a boat race, incredible aerobatic demonstrations (featuring both the world’s best military and civilian display teams), on-sand entertainment, and more. Details, including tickets, are available online.
L.A. Comic Con
Los Angeles Convention Center
1201 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
L.A. Comic Con takes place this weekend, Friday, October 4th through Sunday, October 6th. Fans will be able to “shop til you drop with 800+ artists and vendors over 1.2 million square ft of space.” Panel discussions, photo ops, autographs, cast reunions, four main zones in the Gaming Hall, the Horror Hall (just in time for the spooky season), and more are planned. Details, including tickets, are available online.
Sloomoo Institute
157 Fairfax Ave., Los Angeles 90036
The entertainment capital of the world has officially been SLIMED! America’s #1 slime museum is now open and that means you can take the kids to play with Slime any time you want! With 13,000 sq ft of fun, your kids are going to love it! They’ve got a DIY Slime area, plenty of sensory experiences – and the best thing? You don’t have to do any clean up! Get tickets now via our affiliate link. GREAT Location across from the Grove!
Pumpkin Palooza
Discovery Cube Orange County
2500 N. Main St., Santa Ana, CA 92705
Visit Discovery Cube OC between Friday, October 4th and Sunday, October 27th to check out Pumpkin Palooza. This seasonal event features “two floors of thrilling activities, special party night festivities, and spooky science that’s perfect for all ages!” Additionally, Pumpkin Palooza Party Nights will be taking place on certain nights, featuring “an electrifying nighttime version of our dance party and festival!” (A visit to Pumpkin Palooza requires a Pumpkin Palooza ticket as well as a general admission ticket to Discovery Cube OC.) Details and tickets are available online.
The Great LA River CleanUp 2024
4 Sites along the LA River
The Great LA River CleanUp 2024 is happening on Saturday, October 5th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Families may choose to participate at one of the 4 sites along the LA River — Bull Creek, North Atwater Park, Compton Creek, and Willow St. Bridge. Check the website for details about each location to select the area that will be the best fit for your family. This is an all-ages event. Gloves and trash bags will be supplied. Details and registration information are available online.
Community Bike Ride
Begins at South El Monte Community Center
1530 Central Ave., South El Monte, CA 91733
Families are invited to participate in South El Monte’s Community Bike Ride on Saturday, October 5th. “Bring your bike and helmet and join the city council in an eight-mile bike ride around the city.” Meet up starts at 8:30 am, and the ride begins at 9:00 am. (Recommended for ages 10 and older.)
DC SUPER HEROES: Discover Your Superpowers
Discovery Cube Los Angeles
11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar, CA 91342
“Superman™, Batman™, and Wonder Woman™ need you to help them battle crime and fight for justice in DC SUPER HEROES: Discover Your Superpowers.” There is so much to see and do in this special exhibit which begins with the entry point, where kiddos will take a quiz to find out which Justice League super hero most fits their personality. Kids can also try on capes and take photos! Different themed weekends are planned including opening weekend which will include a Superhero Science Lab, Costume Creations, Shadow Puppet Hero Signals, and more. Details and tickets are available online. This traveling exhibit will be at Discovery Cube Los Angeles from Saturday, October 5th through Monday, January 20th, 2025.
Spooky Science
Discovery Cube Los Angeles
11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar, CA 91342
Families can also visit Spooky Science at Discovery Cube Los Angeles from Saturday, October 5th through Sunday, November 3rd. There’s lots of Spooktacular fun to be had including pumpkin catapults, hay bale mazes, weekend costume parades, trick-or-treat stations, and more. Spooky Science is included with general admission. Details and ticket information are available online.
Autumn Fest
Alhambra Park
500 N. Palm Ave., Alhambra, CA 91801
The City of Alhambra invites families to attend Autumn Fest on Saturday, October 5th from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Families will enjoy lots of fall fun including a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, pony rides, crafts, food, entertainment (including a magic show from 9:30 am to 10:30 am), and more. Details are available online.
Water Harvest
Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility
1935 S. Hughes Way, El Segundo, CA 90245
Visit the Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility on Saturday, October 5th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm for their Water Harvest event. The free event includes tours of the water recycling facility, interactive water education booths, games, raffles, and more. Be sure to check the website for information about parking and the free shuttle service being offered.
Latino Heritage Parade and Festival
Parade ends at Pasadena City Hall (and is the site of the Festival)
100 N. Garfield Ave., Pasadena, CA
The 26th Annual Latino Heritage Parade and Festival is happening on Saturday, October 5th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. The Parade will feature live musical and dance performances, equestrian units, elected officials, dignitaries, and more. The Festival takes place from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm and will feature children’s activities, vendors, live entertainment, community resources, food, and more.
Virginia Avenue Park Mini Fall Festival & SMC Glass Pumpkin Sale
Virginia Avenue Park
2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica, CA 90405
The Virginia Avenue Park Mini Fall Festival & SMC Glass Pumpkin Sale is happening on Saturday, October 5th from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. The fun includes seasonal crafts, a photo booth, a free pumpkin per family (while supplies last), and more. Plus, you’ll be able to browse and buy from SMC’s well-known Glass Pumpkin sale. Each pumpkin is handcrafted and one-of-a-kind. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the SMC Art Department and the Santa Monica Public Library Pico Branch.
Birthday Soup Storytime and Signing with Author Grace Seo Chang and
Stuart Gibbs Spy School Goes Wild Party
Children’s Book World
10580 1/2 W. Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90064
Children’s Book World is hosting two special events on Saturday, October 5th. At 10:30 am, author Grace Seo Chang will be reading her debut picture book, Birthday Soup, which “celebrates birthdays, family, and a time-honored Korean tradition, featuring art by New York Times bestselling illustrator Jaime Kim and a recipe from renowned chef and TV personality David Chang.” Plus, The Shib Sibs, Olympic medalists Maia and Alex Shibutani, will be special guests at the event.
And at 1:00 pm, it’s time for the “ultimate Spy School book party.” Spy School Goes Wild is the 12th book in the Spy School series and Spy School Entrance Exam is the “ultimate collection of word games and puzzles for the biggest Spy School fans.” Attendees are invited to come dressed as your favorite Spy School book, and “Stuart Gibbs and the audience will pick three favorite special agent disguises who will each win a special Spy School prize.” Families may order personalized books online for pickup or shipping.
Culver City Art Walk & Roll Festival
Washington Blvd. (between La Cienega Ave. & Hutchison Ave.), Culver City, CA
The Culver City Art Walk & Roll Festival is happening on Saturday, October 5th from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm. The free Festival will feature live musical performances, on-site food trucks, kids’ activities, a number of vendors (including artists, craftspeople, and local businesses), and more.
Festa Italiana
W. 6th Street in Downtown San Pedro
Festa Italiana, “an authentic Italian Street Festival in the heart of San Pedro’s Little Italy,” takes place on Saturday, October 5th from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm. The free event kicks off Italian-American Heritage Month and features live musical performances, food, vendors, kids’ activities, and more.
Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos
Los Angeles Central Library
630 W. 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071
The Central Library is hosting Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos on Saturday, October 5th from 11:00 am to 11:30 am. Families will enjoy stories and songs in English and Spanish. The program is intended for children ages 3-8, but all children and caretakers are welcome to attend.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Artist Pedro Linares Lopez
Montebello Library
1550 W. Beverly Blvd., Montebello, CA 90640
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month at Montebello Library on Saturday, October 5th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. Families will learn about “alebrijes and the artist credited with creating them, Pedro Linares Lopez.” Families will also have the opportunity to create your own alebrije. Recommended for children ages 5-12. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: The Afterlife Experience
Ovation Hollywood, 6801 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, 90028
Prepare to step into Tim Burton’s strange, spirited, and visually iconic world of the Afterlife in an all-new, official interactive experience inspired by this Fall’s highly anticipated movie “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”. We saved a seat for you at Beetlejuice Beetlejuice: The Afterlife Experience in Los Angeles! All ages are welcome, and anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Get tickets now via our affiliate link. Now open!
Drag Story Hour
West Hollywood Library
625 N. San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069
Visit the West Hollywood Library on Saturday, October 5th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm for Drag Story Hour. Spacee Kadett will be reading stories that promote diversity and inclusion during this fun drag storytime. For children of all ages.
Bilingual Concert with Baila Baila
Pico Branch Library – Amphitheater
2201 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90405
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, Pico Branch Library is hosting a Bilingual Concert with Baila Baila on Saturday, October 5th from 11:00 am to 11:45 am. “Kids and parents are invited to get up and dance while we sing in Spanish together.”
Family Matinee: Frankenstein in 4K and
Drop-In Workshops for Families: The Skeleton Dance
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
6067 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is hosting a Family Matinee screening of Frankenstein in 4K on Saturday, October 5th at 11:00 am. The movie is a “stylish adaptation of Mary Shelley’s classic 1818 novel, which helped establish Universal as the top studio for horror in the 1930s.”
Plus, from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm, families are invited to participate in the Drop-In Workshop for Families. Inspired by The Skeleton Dance, a 1929 Disney short film, families can create their own dancing skeleton puppets. Details and ticket information are available online.
Kids Storytime with Author C J Charles
Village Well Books & Coffee
9900 Culver Blvd. #1B, Culver City, CA 90232
Village Well Books & Coffee is hosting a special Bilingual Storytime for children on Saturday, October 5th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. Author C J Charles will be reading her book, My Mother Is a Superhero/¡Mi mamá es una superheroína! My Mother is a Superhero is a love letter to the author’s mother and a celebration of supermoms everywhere. “My Mother is a Superhero aims to teach children to appreciate those daily, caring adults in their lives.”
Mythical Creature Mask Making: Family Workshop
Getty Villa
17985 Pacific Coast Hwy., Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
The Getty Villa invites families to participate in Mythical Creature Mask Making, a Family Workshop, happening on Saturday, October 5th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. “Create and wear masks inspired by mythological creatures found in the Getty Villa’s collections. Then join local performers portraying Medusa and the Minotaur for theatrical play in this interactive program.” This is a free, all-ages, drop-in program. Timed admission tickets are required and are available online.
Pasadena Conservatory of Music Presents Musical Storytime: Freight Train by Donald Crews
Vroman’s Bookstore
695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA
Pasadena Conservatory of Music will be putting on a special musical storytime at Vroman’s Bookstore on Saturday, October 5th at 11:00 am. The morning includes a special musical reading of Freight Train by Donald Crews, creative movement, and craft activities. (Recommended for children ages 3-9)
Fall Festival
East San Gabriel Valley Japanese Community Center (ESGVJCC)
1203 W. Puente Ave., West Covina, CA 91790
East San Gabriel Valley Japanese Community Center invites families to attend its annual Fall Festival happening on Saturday, October 5th from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. This free event is an opportunity to “embrace the autumn spirit and celebrate Japanese American culture.” Activities include cultural performances, vendors, food, games, and more. (Note – This is an outdoor event, taking place in front of the Community Center.)
Fil-Am Fiesta
Artesia Library
18801 Elaine Ave., Artesia, CA 90701
Fil-Am Fiesta, a celebration of Filipino American History Month, is taking place at the Artesia Library on Saturday, October 5th from 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Fil-Am Fiesta will feature history and language workshops, games, music, crafts, community groups, and more.
Urban Jungle Safari: 2024 LA BioBlitz Challenge Kick-Off
Los Angeles Central Library
630 W. 5th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071
Urban Jungle Safari: 2024 LA BioBlitz Challenge Kick-Off is happening on Saturday, October 5th from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. Learn about LA’s biodiversity through this special program featuring interactive booths, a special screening of the Wild Hope documentary series, conversations with experts from the Natural History Museum and National Geographic Explorer, hands-on activities, and much more. This is an all-ages, free event in which participants can learn how everyone can help protect our city’s unique ecosystems. A schedule of events is available online.
Communities Create LA! Magical Masks
A C Bilbrew Library
150 E. El Segundo Blvd., Compton, CA 90061
Families are invited to stop by the A C Bilbrew Library on Saturday, October 5th from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm for a special mask-making workshop with LACMA educators. “Inspired by traditions across the globe, we will be creating personalized masks using abstract shapes, patterns, and colors that truly pop!”
Breakdancing Workshop
El Sereno Branch Library
5226 S. Huntington Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90032
El Sereno Branch Library is hosting a Breakdancing Workshop on Saturday, October 5th from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. The afternoon begins with “an exciting breaking aka breakdance performance followed by a brief history of the hip-hop culture and breaking. The audience will be able to participate in a hands-on learning experience followed by a group showcase to demonstrate the new dance moves.” (Recommended for teens.)
Hispanic Heritage Month: Mural Artist Judy Baca
Hawthorne Library
12700 Grevillea Ave., Hawthorne, CA 90250
Hawthorne Library is holding a special event for Hispanic Heritage Month on Saturday, October 5th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Participants will learn about “the amazing mural art of Judy Baca and learn how to make our own mural using scale and projection.” Recommended for children ages 5-12. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Mid-Autumn Festival
Centennial Park
3000 W. Edinger Avenue, Santa Ana, 92704
The City of Santa Ana invites families to its 3rd Annual Mid-Autumn Festival happening on Saturday, October 5th from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Also known as the Moon Festival, the Mid-Autumn Festival is traditionally a celebration of the fall harvest and full moon. Attendees will enjoy live musical and dance performances, food, cultural exhibits, vendors, a kids’ zone with inflatables, and more. Details are available online.
Street Food Cinema: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
Los Angeles Equestrian Center
480 Riverside Dr., Burbank, CA 91506
Street Food Cinema presents an outdoor screening of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse on Saturday, October 5th. Doors open at 5:30 pm, the band begins at 6:45 pm, and the movie starts at 8:00 pm. Be sure to arrive early for a special screening of Sony Lens Program’s Inaugural Short, “The Spider Within: A Spiderverse Story.” This will be the first time this fan-favorite short will be shown on the big screen. A number of food trucks will be on-site as well. Tickets are available online. (Rated PG.)
Reyes Adobe Days
Reyes Adobe Historical Site and Park
30400 Rainbow Crest Dr., Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Mark your calendars. This weekend, Saturday, October 5th and Sunday, October 6th, it’s time for Reyes Adobe Days. Many activities are planned including a Parade with actor Jerry O’Connell serving as Grand Marshal (on Saturday at 10:00 am), the RAD Run (a 5K event on Saturday at 8:00 am), the RAD Ride (bike rides with three different routes and distances on Sunday at 9:00 am), and the RAD Festival (on Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm). The Festival features live musical entertainment, children’s activities (including pony rides, a petting zoo, and much more), on-site food trucks, tours of the adobe, local vendors, and more. Details are available online.
Halloween Magic Show
Kidspace Children’s Museum
480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103
Kidspace Children’s Museum is hosting a Halloween Magic Show this weekend on Saturday, October 5th and Sunday, October 6th, with performances at 12:15 pm and 2:45 pm. “Prepare to be amazed as talented magicians perform bewitching tricks and ghostly illusions. Enjoy interactive performances with spirited surprises, where the tricks are the treats!” The shows are included in general admission. Tickets are available online.
Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair
Valley Dr. (Between 15th and 21st Streets), Manhattan Beach, CA
The 52nd Annual Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair takes place this weekend on Saturday,October 5th and Sunday, October 6th from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm each day. The Fair includes a Parade (Saturday morning at 10:00 am), community resources, music and dance stages, a community art showcase, 200 arts and crafts booths, games, food, and “Kid Country” (featuring pony rides, petting zoo, balloon artist, magic show, and much more). A schedule is available online, as is information regarding free parking and the free shuttle service.
Bob Baker Marionette Theater (BBMT) Marquee Open House
4949 York Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90042
To celebrate the restoration of the neon marquee at Bob Baker Marionette Theater, the community is invited to BBMT’s Open House event happening on Sunday, October 6th from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. The restored marquee symbolizes that the Bob Baker Marionette Theater is in LA to stay! The free Open House will include art activities, puppet meet-and-greets, food pop-ups, face painting, and much more. RSVP online. (The Open House is free, though a donation of $10 is suggested to help support community programming at the non-profit theater.)
Annual Block Party
Autry Museum of the American West
4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA 90027
The Autry’s Annual Block Party is happening on Sunday, October 6th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The special event is a celebration of the Museum’s 36th anniversary and will feature a carnival on the lawn with bounce houses, a mechanical bull, Ferris wheel, live music, educational activities for children, on-site food trucks, vendors, and more. Special events are also taking place indoors including a Native Voice Scene Performance, Cowboy Poetry, docent-led tours, and more. A schedule of the day’s events is available online. Children (12 and younger) receive free admission. Tickets are required and are available online.
Mehregan Persian Festival
Bowers Museum
2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, CA
The Bowers Museum invites families to attend its Mehregan Persian Festival on Sunday, October 6th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. “Celebrate this ancient Zoroastrian and Persian festival honoring Mithra, the god of light, friendship, and love.” The event includes musical and dance performances, art projects, face painting, a puppet show, and more. A schedule of the day’s events is available online.
826LA @ Hammer: Monsters Eat Free: Making Scary Menus
Hammer Museum
10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024
The Hammer Museum and 826LA present a special workshop for children (ages 8-14) on Sunday, October 6th at 11:00 am. “Write and illustrate the menu for an All-You-Can-Eat restaurant for vampires, werewolves, mummies, ogres, dragons, zombies, and fairies.” Non-fiction author Kim Adelman will facilitate this free event. The workshop is open to up to 20 students. Reservations are encouraged, and may be made by calling 310-915-0200.
Wildlife Day
Pasadena Humane
361 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena, CA 91105
Pasadena Humane invites families to attend their 2nd Annual Wildlife Day on Sunday, October 6th from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The free, all-ages event will include presentations by local wildlife experts, a vendor marketplace, kids’ activities (including face painting, interactive science demos, and crafting), ambassador animals to see, and more. A schedule, and free tickets, are available online.
Marina Drum Circle
Burton Chace Park
13650 Mindanao Way, Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Marina Drum Circle series continues on Sunday, October 6th, with two sessions being offered – one at 11:30 am and one at 1:30 pm. Each session lasts one hour. Christopher Ramirez of Freedom Drum Circles will lead the workshops. All ages are welcome to participate and discover the joy of interactive group drumming. Drums will be provided. Register online for this free event. (The series continues each Sunday through October 20th.)
Fall Fest
One Colorado
41 Hugus Alley, Pasadena, CA
One Colorado’s Fall Fest is happening on Sunday, October 6th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The free event will include live musical perfor
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