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Best Things to Do This Weekend in Los Angeles with Kids Oct 11-13, 2024

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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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Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids October 11-13, 2024

You won’t run out of fun things to do with your kids this weekend, October 11th – October 13th. Check out the Annual Corn Festival in La Habra, have fun at Travel Town Museum’s Depot Day Celebration, attend the Getty Center’s Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration, visit the Aquarium of the Pacific for Southeast Asia Day, and more!

Also, keep in mind that AIDS Walk Los Angeles and CicLAvia – Heart of LA are happening on Sunday, October 13th. Be sure to check about road closures before heading out for your family adventures. 

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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.


Circus Vargas Presents An Epic World Celebration
Promenade Mall
CA-27 and Erwin St., Los Angeles, CA 91367

This weekend is your last chance to experience Circus Vargas Presents An Epic World Celebration at Promenade Mall in Woodland Hills. The two-hour, family-friendly show will amaze and delight with its “acts of artistry, daring feats of courage, and breathtaking beauty.” Tickets are available online. 

SCREAM-TACULAR Season: Edward Scissorhands and Frankenweenie
El Capitan Theatre6838 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90028

The El Capitan Theatre invites families to enjoy timeless family-favorites on the big screen as part of its SCREAM-TACULAR Season. Both Edward Scissorhands (rated PG-13) and Frankenweenie (rated PG) will be shown from Friday, October 11th through Thursday, October 17th. Plus, families will see props from their favorite Halloween movies at the theatre. Details and ticket information for all shows are available online. 

Save the Date: October 27th Fundraiser
27th Annual LA Cancer Challenge 5K Fundraiser + Candy Land Kids’ Zone
UCLA’s Wilson Plaza, 120 Westwood Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Join the Hirschberg Foundation to help fundraise for pancreatic cancer research. In-person and Virtual 5K event, as well as the super fun Candy Land Kids Zone, which is a magical experience for children of all ages who enjoy participating in the LA Cancer Challenge. Decorated with giant life-sized lollipops, chocolate kisses and gum drops, this whimsical play space includes Halloween crafts, face painting, bounce houses and snacks for kids and parents. Children are also invited to show off their Halloween Costumes early and take a photo in front of our giant lollipop display. The Candy Land Kids Zone is a fun and interactive Halloween playground where kids can get an early start celebrating this fun holiday. Get more information and register to help fundraise.

Roll @ Santa Monica
1324 5th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

This weekend is your last chance to experience 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.)

Drag Queen Story Hour
Eagle Rock Branch Library
5027 Caspar Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90041

Eagle Rock Branch Library is hosting Drag Queen Story Hour on Friday, October 11th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. “Join us for an extra sparkly storytime with a drag performer bringing costume, humor, and play to read inclusive children’s books to delight families and kids of all ages.”

Thor’s Reptile Family
Wilshire Branch Library
149 N. St. Andrews Place, Los Angeles, CA 90004

Celebrate biodiversity with Thor’s Reptile Family at Wilshire Branch Library on Friday, October 11th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The hands-on program will feature arthropods, amphibians and reptiles of all sizes. “You will be taken on a safari around the world learning about various aspects of the animals presented with an emphasis on who, how and what their feeding habits are.”

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. 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 6:30 pm with music, games, and giveaways to enjoy before the movie starts at sunset (around 7:30 pm). On Friday, October 11th Disney’s Halloweentown will be screened, and on Saturday, October 12th Cruella (rated PG-13) is scheduled. Tickets are available online. (Note – only Westfield Fashion Square eatery food is permitted.)

2024 Corn Festival
Portola Park
301 S. Euclid St., La Habra, CA

The annual Corn Festival is happening this weekend on Friday, October 11th (5 pm to 11 pm), Saturday, October 12th (11:30 am to 11 pm), and Sunday, October 13th (11 am to 8 pm). This free, family-friendly event features a Parade (on Saturday, starting at 9:30 am), carnival rides and games, live entertainment, food, marketplace vendors, and more. Pre-sale ride tickets are available online. 

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

The Aquarium of the Pacific is celebrating Southeast Asia Day on Saturday, October 12th from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. The special event will “highlight the beauty and diversity of cultures from this region.” Enjoy musical and dance performances, cultural craft demonstrations, and more all representing countries such as Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, and Vietnam. The event is included in general Aquarium admission. Tickets are available online. 

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

Bob Baker Marionette Theater (BBMT) and Hollyhock House present Puppets in the Park on Saturday, October 12th from 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Bring a blanket and settle in for a fun, creative morning. Gates open at 9:30 am. From 10:00 am to 10:30 am, families will be treated to a BBMT performance of Hallowe’en Spooktacular. And from 10:30 am to 11:00 am, families may participate in a family art activity. This is a free, ticketless, outdoor event.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Mayan Step Pyramid
Walnut Library
21155 La Puente Road, Walnut, CA 91789

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and learn about the Mayan step pyramids at the Walnut Library on Saturday, October 12th from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. “Delve into the construction and functions of these monuments within Mesoamerican history. Then, build your own pyramid out of card stock.” This activity is recommended for children ages 5-12. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited. 

Culinary Workshop for Families and Young Chefs with the Garden School Foundation
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes
501 N. Main St., Los Angeles, CA 90012

Visit LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes on Saturday, October 12th for a special Culinary Workshop for Families. Families will “dive into the world of flavors and nutrients as we craft a cauliflower ceviche together.” The recipe serves as a wonderful example of “eating the rainbow,” and provides a “fantastic opportunity for picky eaters to be brave tasters!” The free event begins at 11:00 am. 

Family Matinee: Bride of 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 Bride of Frankenstein in 4K on Saturday, October 12th at 11:00 am.
Plus, from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm, families are invited to participate in a 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. 

LA Made Presents: Indigenous Music of North, Central, and South America
Silver Lake Branch Library
2411 Glendale Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90039

Master performer and teaching artist Martin Espino will be leading an interactive program featuring Indigenous Music of North, Central, and South America at Silver Lake Branch Library on Saturday, October 12th at 11:00 am. Families will learn about “ancient music from the deserts, rainforests, mountains, and beaches of our beautiful land,” and audience members will have the opportunity to play “from his vast collection of native percussion and to sing songs in languages such as Maya, Dine, Xingu, and Nahuatl.” Through music, families will learn about culture, geography, language, and history. 

Special Storytime: Laura Obuobi Discusses What Love Looks Like and
Horror For Young Audiences: Featuring Moss Lawton and Aaron Alexovich in Conversation with Justine Pucella Winans
Vroman’s Bookstore
695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA

Vroman’s Bookstore is hosting two special family-friendly events this Saturday, October 12th. From 11:00 am to 12:00 pm, author Laura Obuobi will be discussing her children’s book, What Love Looks Like. The “whimsical bedtime story about the love between a Black father and his daughter,” is about the one question that must be answered before a young girl “can slip into a peaceful sleep: What does love look like?”
And from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm, Moss Lawton and Aaron Alexovich will be in conversation with Justine Pucella Winans in a special children’s event about writing horror for young audiences. “Hear from renowned writers of television, graphic novels, and kids’ lit as they give you the exclusive rundown of how to write things that go bump in the night.”

Open House for Fire Prevention Week
Fire Station 1
1337 7th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Visit Fire Station 1 in Santa Monica on Saturday, October 12th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm for an Open House as part of Fire Prevention Week. This year’s theme is “Smoke Alarms: Make them work for you.” Families will have the chance to meet firefighters, take a tour of the fire station, and more. Additionally, Santa Monica Fire Department is partnering with the American Red Cross to install free smoke alarms for the community. 

Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day 2024
Getty Center
1200 Getty Center Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90049

The Getty Center invites families to its third annual Indigenous Peoples’ Day Celebration on Saturday, October 12th from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. This special event provides an opportunity for attendees to learn about Southern California’s Native American cultures. This year’s theme celebrates flora and features a number of activities including hands-on arts and crafts, musical performances, food, screenings, poetry readings, and more. A schedule of the day’s events is available online. This is a free event; advance tickets are required and 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!

All About Sea Animals
Venice – Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library
501 S. Venice Blvd., Venice, CA 90291

The Roundhouse Aquarium is bringing the aquarium to the Venice – Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library on Saturday, October 12th from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Families will have the chance to touch real-life sea animals as well as dry specimens. “Discover the rich marine life in the Santa Monica Bay, learn about the connections between humans and our natural environment, and gain an understanding of how our daily interactions impact our marine ecosystems” during this special hands-on learning experience.

Book Club Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Mexikid: A Graphic Memoir by Pedro Martin
Live Oak Library
22 W. Live Oak Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007

Visit Live Oak Library on Saturday, October 12th from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm for a special discussion about the graphic memoir, Mexikid, by Pedro Martin. “This is a middle-grade, graphic memoir about a Mexican American boy’s family and their adventure-filled road trip to bring their abuelito back from Mexico to live with them.” Recommended for children ages 9-13. 

Storybook Theatre’s The Ugly Duckling 
Theatre West
3333 Cahuenga Blvd. West, Los Angeles, CA 90068

Performances of Storybook Theatre’s The Ugly Duckling begin Saturday, October 12th at 1:00 pm and will be available each Saturday in October. If you’re not familiar – “Storybook Theatre of Los Angeles at Theatre West presents non-threatening, interactive musicals with a message for children 3 – 9 years old.” Tickets are $15 and are available online. 

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

Griffith Observatory is hosting a Public Star Party on Saturday, October 12th 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. 

Fest-of-All
Lakewood Center Mall (Parking Area)
500 Lakewood Center Mall, Lakewood, CA 90712

The City of Lakewood invites families to its Fest-of-All event happening on Saturday, October 12th from 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The multicultural food and music festival will include music and dancing, free family fun zone rides, a craft village, a children’s cultural booth, and a multicultural food court. 

Hispanic Heritage Month: Guatemalan Worry Dolls
Artesia Library
18801 Elaine Ave., Artesia, CA 90701

Visit Artesia Library on Saturday, October 12th from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm for a special project to commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month. Children will learn about the legend behind Guatemalan worry dolls, muñecas quitapenas, and will then make their own doll. All materials will be provided. Recommended for children ages 5-12. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.

Scarecrow Festival
Lions Park Event Lawn
1845 Park Ave., Costa Mesa, CA

Take a drive to Costa Mesa for the Scarecrow Festival happening on Saturday, October 12th from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. The fun includes a kids’ costume parade, pumpkin decorating, music, games, a scarecrow contest, and more. 

Viva La Cultura! Neiya Arts Presents Folklorico Dance
Encino – Tarzana Branch Library
18231 Ventura Blvd., Tarzana, CA 91356

Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month at the Encino – Tarzana Branch Library on Saturday, October 12th from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Families will “experience art, music, history, storytelling, and culture through the Mexican folk dance ‘Baile Foklorico’.”

Mercado Fall Festival
York Blvd. (between Avenues 50 & 52), Highland Park, CA

The Annual Mercado Fall Festival is happening on Saturday, October 12th from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm. This free festival will feature live musical entertainment, local artists, vendors, farmers market, food, fun, and more. 

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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!

Sunset Sail 
Rainbow Harbor – Pine Avenue Pier, Long Beach, CA

Enjoy a sunset from the deck of a tall ship sailing out of Long Beach’s Rainbow Harbor on Saturday, October 12th from 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Sit back and relax, or become a part of the crew (your choice), and enjoy the sights and sounds from aboard a tall ship. Don’t forget to bring a picnic. Plus, this sail will feature a “special visit and pirate lessons from a cast of characters.” Tickets are available online. ($60 per adult, $30 per child ages 12 and younger)

Movies in the Park: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire 
Founders Park
6031 Citrus Ave., Whittier, CA

The City of Whittier is hosting a Movie in the Park event on Saturday, October 12th. Bring your blankets and chairs and favorite movie snacks and settle in for a screening of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. The fun begins at 5:00 pm with lawn games, music, and crafts. The movie starts at dusk and is rated PG-13.

Electric Dusk Drive-In
236 N. Central Ave., Glendale, CA 91203

Electric Dusk Drive-In is screening two family-friendly, perfect-for-Halloween-time movies on Saturday, October 12th. Enjoy a double feature including Micheal Keaton in Beetlejuice and Bill Murray in Ghostbusters. Doors open at 5:30 pm for the 7:00 pm screening of Beetlejuice, and doors open at 8:45 pm for the 9:30 pm screening of Ghostbusters. Tickets are available online. (Both movies are rated PG.)

Cartoon Club (Halloween Edition) and 
Family Matinee: Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure
New Beverly Cinema
7165 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036

New Beverly Cinema invites families to a special Halloween Edition of Cartoon Club on Saturday, October 12th at 10:00 am. “Our October cartoon spooktacular is a pre-Halloween treat for all the good ghouls & goblins who love everything that goes bump in the night.”
And as part of its Family Matinee program, New Beverly Cinema is screening Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure on Saturday, October 12th and Sunday, October 13th at 2:00 pm. Tickets are available online. (The movie is rated PG.)

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Westfield Culver City
6000 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City, CA 90230

Westfield Culver City is hosting a Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration on Saturday, October 12th and Sunday, October 13th from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm each day. The free events will feature musical and dance performances and demonstrations. Details are available online. 

CicLAvia – Heart of LA
7.5 mile route

The 56th Los Angeles Open Streets Event: CicLAvia – Heart of LA is happening on Sunday, October 13th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. The 7.5-mile route connects Boyle Heights, Chinatown, Downtown, Echo Park, and Little Tokyo. This is an all-ages and all-abilities event. Participants may jog, ride, bike, skate, or walk as they explore along the route. Remember, this is not a race; families may enter and exit the route when and where it’s most convenient for them. Details are available online.

AIDS Walk Los Angeles 
West Hollywood Park
647 N. San Vicente Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069

The 40th AIDS Walk LA takes place on Sunday, October 13th beginning at 10:00 am. This year’s walk starts and finishes at West Hollywood Park and is about a 2 mile-route. Check the website for ways to get involved. 

Depot Day Celebration
Travel Town Museum
Griffith Park
5200 Zoo Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90027

Sunday, October 13th from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm is Depot Day at Travel Town Museum. Details for this year’s event have not yet been released; however, generally Depot Day includes performances by local high school bands, the opportunity to tour the historic railroad passenger cars and engines, demonstrations, on-site food trucks, and more. (Admission is always free.)

Free 2nd Sunday @ PAM: Art and Science Collide
USC Pacific Asia Museum 
46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101

Visit the USC Pacific Asia Museum on Sunday, October 13th from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm for their special event, Free 2nd Sunday @ PAM: Art and Science Collide. Drawing inspiration from the special exhibition, Cai Guo-Qiang: A Material Odyssey, museum visitors will have the opportunity to experiment with art materials and think like a scientist. “Explore using traditional mediums in unusual ways, experience a special opera performance highlighting the science of sound, learn about the exhibition from our student educators, listen to storytime, and more!” This is a free, all-ages event. Timed tickets are required for entrance into the exhibition and reservations may be made by calling 626-787-2680. A schedule of the day’s events is available online. 

“The Scary Night” Art Project with Erna van Dyk
Bowers Museum
2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, CA 92706

Families are invited to the Bowers Museum for a special workshop, “The Scary Night” Art Project with Erna van Dyk, happening on Sunday, October 13th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. The Vincent van Gogh-inspired art project will be guided by teaching artist Erna van Dyk who “will guide you through creating your own spooky masterpiece using watercolors and markers.” Suggested for children 4 and older with adult supervision. Ticket information is available online.  

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

The Marina Drum Circle series continues this weekend with two sessions happening on Sunday, October 13th. Participants may choose to attend either the 11:30 am session or the 1:30 pm session. (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. (Note – Next Sunday, October 20th, is the last day of this event.)

Craft Lab Family Workshop: Plant Prints and Pigments
Craft Contemporary 
5814 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036

Craft Contemporary is hosting a Family Workshop on Sunday, October 13th from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. Families will create their own nature journal using recycled materials and decorate the journal with local plants. “Using simple plant-based pigment recipes and leaf printing techniques, explore what plants can teach us and create a one-of-a-kind journal that is a record of our plant community.” Space is limited; advance tickets are required and may be purchased online. 

Fireside Nights: A Celebration of Indigenous Peoples 
Vasquez Rocks Natural Area and Interpretive Center
10700 W. Escondido Canyon Rd., Santa Clarita, CA 91390

Vasquez Rocks Natural Area and Interpretive Center is the place for Fireside Nights: A Celebration of Indigenous Peoples on Sunday, October 13th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The fun includes sing-alongs, animal meet-and-greets, storytelling, crafts, s’mores, and more. Families may bring their own snacks/picnics. No pre-registration is required.   

Lila Downs Día de los Muertos
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
600 Town Center Dr., Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Segerstrom Center for the Arts is hosting Lila Downs Día de los Muertos performance on Sunday, October 13th at 7:00 pm. “Lila brings her unique interpretation of traditional Mexican and Mesoamerican music, deeply personal renditions of classic rancheras, as well as her own original songs to convey the concept of Día de los Muertos.” Audience members are encouraged to come dressed in Día de los Muertos costumes and make-up, and “bring remembrances of their loved ones to share in the celebration, and to become fully immersed in an evening filled with emotions of love, loss, reconnection, and joy.” Tickets are available online. 


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