21 Fun Things To Do on Labor Day in Los Angeles

Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids

Updated for 2026

For some families, Labor Day signals the end of summer. For some families, summer ends when the kids return to school, so Labor Day means a nice long weekend. For all families, there are plenty of fun things to do on Monday, September 7th.

Originally created as a way to honor the achievements of American Workers, and to celebrate the many contributions workers have made to “…America’s strength, prosperity and well-being,” according to the US Department of Labor, Labor Day is now considered to be a chance to have fun with your family before the start of the Holiday season.

Some schools even give kids the day off the Friday before, making this Labor Day a 4-day weekend to enjoy.

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Family Activities on Labor Day in Los Angeles

Mummies of the World: The Exhibition
California Science Center     
700 Exposition Park Dr., Los Angeles, CA 90037

Monday,September 7th is your last chance to check out Mummies of the World: The Exhibition at the California Science Center. “Come face to face with over 30 naturally and intentionally preserved human and animal mummies from ancient Egypt, South America, and Europe, along with authentic burial objects, interactive AV experiences, and mummification tools.” Visitors will learn how “the scientific study of mummies provides a window into the lives of ancient people, past cultures, and our ever-changing world.” 
And while you’re there, get tickets for the IMAX movie, Mummies 3D: Secrets of the Pharaohs. “Audiences will journey to the royal tombs of Egypt and explore the history of ancient Egyptian society as told through the mummies of the past.” The movie has a runtime of 40 minutes. On Monday,September 7th, showtimes are 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, and 2:30 pm. Details and tickets are available online. (Note – while this exhibition was at the California Science Center back in 2010, this time around is the final stop on the exhibition’s international tour and does include a new selection of mummies never before seen in L.A.)

Marina del Rey Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise
Fisherman’s Village
13755 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey, CA

Commemorate the end of summer with a Marina del Rey Premier Bottomless Mimosa Brunch Cruise. “Savor an elegant day on the harbor. You’ll delight in awe-inspiring sights, like Southern California’s world-famous beaches, Burton W. Chace Park, and delightful sea life.” Families will enjoy a brunch buffet, live music, and scenic views. Plus, there are unlimited mimosas for the adults! Boarding time is 10:30 am for the two-hour cruise (11:00 am to 1:00 pm). Reservations are available online.

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Wild Kratts®: Creature Power® Exhibit
Discovery Cube Los Angeles
11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar, CA 91342

Discovery Cube Los Angeles invites families to visit their Wild Kratts®: Creature Power® exhibit. “Swing through the trees like a spider monkey, sneak through the forest like a jaguar, hunt for lunch like a platypus, and more in this adventurous new exhibit.” All activities are included with general admission. Tickets are available online. (Note – Families can explore the Wild Kratts®: Creature Power® exhibit through Sunday, September 13th.)

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Southern California Children’s Museum (SCCM)
459 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91101

Southern California Children’s Museum will be open on Labor Day, September 7th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. “The mission of SCCM is to champion the power of play to cultivate a child’s creativity, spark curiosity, and inspire learning.” Exhibits are designed for children 6 and younger. Details are available online.  

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Marina del Rey WaterBus
Multiple locations 

The Marina del Rey WaterBus concludes its summer season on Labor Day, Monday, September 7th. The WaterBus operates from eight stops in the Marina which makes it a fun way to take in all the sights and sounds of Marina del Rey. On Labor Day the WaterBus will be operating from 11:00 am to 9:00 pm. Tickets are available at each stop and are $1 per passenger, one way, and may be bought in person (cash) or online (credit/debit). Be sure to check the website for a map of the route taken by the WaterBus.  

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A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum
1419 N. Topanga Canyon, Topanga, CA 

Experience Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Will Geer’s Theatricum Botanicum. This annual event is Theatricum’s signature production. “The most magical outdoor setting in Los Angeles becomes an enchanted forest inhabited by lovers, both fairy and human. Shakespeare conjures a world of wonder, magic, and romance, where comical misunderstandings and the pain of unrequited love are resolved. All is reconciled through midsummer night revelries and the enduring power of nature.” The performance is scheduled for 6:00 pm on Monday, September 7th. Ticket information, as well as other performance dates, are available online.

43rd Annual Malibu Chili Cook-Off
23575 Civic Center Way, Malibu, CA

The 43rd Annual Malibu Chili Cook-Off is happening Labor Day weekend — Friday, September 4th (4 pm to 10 pm), Saturday, September 5th and Sunday, September 6th (1 pm to 10 pm), and Monday, September 7th (1 pm to 8 pm). The festivities include amazing food, local artisans, live performances, carnival rides, a skate contest, and more. Tickets must be pre-purchased. (Admission is free for children 5 and younger.) Carnival ride passes are sold separately. All proceeds from the Chili Cook-Off will benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Malibu. 

Summer Concerts in the Park: : 90’s Rock Show
Conejo Community Park
1175 Hendrix Ave., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

Conejo Recreation and Park District concludes its Summer Concerts in the Park series on Monday, September 7th. 90’s Rock Show will be performing. “This electrifying tribute brings grunge, alt-rock, and pop-punk hits from Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Green Day, No Doubt, and more to life—with a live string section adding rich, dynamic depth. Featuring top-notch musicians and unforgettable performances, this high-energy show captures the sights, sounds, and spirit of the 90s.” Food trucks will be on-site, though families may also bring their own picnics. The concert will begin promptly at 5:00 pm and wrap up at 7:00 pm. 

America 250
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum
40 Presidential Dr., Simi Valley, CA 93065

Labor Day is a good time to visit the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum to view the special exhibition, America 250. This exhibition “marks two and a half centuries of American independence,” and “serves as both a reflection and a celebration of America’s story.” The exhibition includes more than 100 historic artifacts, including an original Gettysburg cannon, an “authentic 18th-century American flag paired with the original Revolutionary War uniform of Brigadier General Jonathon Bancroft,” John Hancock’s military sash, and more. “While supplies last, every full-priced, ticketed youth and child will receive a free two-dollar bill.” The exhibition is included in general admission. Tickets are available online. (The exhibition’s last day at the Reagan Library is Sunday, September 13th.)

Long Beach Greek Food and Music Festival
5761 E. Colorado St., Long Beach, CA 90814

The Long Beach Greek Festival is happening Labor Day weekend, from Saturday, September 5th (12 pm to 10 pm), Sunday, September 6th (12 pm to 10 pm), and Monday, September 7th (12 pm to 9 pm). The festivities at this annual event include live Greek music, shopping, dancing, cultural presentations, Greek food, and more. Details, including information about parking and a free shuttle service, are available online. 

Sublime: Straight From Long Beach 
GRAMMY Museum
800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 

Monday, September 7th is your last chance to experience Sublime: Straight From Long Beach at the GRAMMY Museum. “Sublime: Straight From Long Beach explores the legacy of Sublime, the influential Long Beach trio known for blending reggae, punk, ska, and alternative rock into a sound that helped define a generation.” Exhibit highlights include handwritten lyrics, early flyers and promotional materials, rare live photos, instruments and equipment used by the original Sublime lineup, and more. Free youth admission for visitors 17 and younger. Details and tickets are available online. 

The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
1151 Oxford Rd., San Marino, CA 91108

A visit to The Huntington is really a feast for your senses, offering so much to explore, including rare manuscripts, enchanting gardens, and stunning artwork, and luckily it’s open on Labor Day. The Library is “one of the world’s great independent research libraries in the fields of British and American history, literature, art, and the history of science” and its collection includes several first editions. The Gardens encompass about 130 acres and feature more than a dozen themed gardens, including the fun-to-explore Children’s Garden. Children of all ages are invited to “splash in water, play among topiary animals, make music with pebbles, dance under rainbows, discover fairy doors, and hold the magic of magnetic forces in their hands. This whimsical garden is the perfect space for youngsters to explore the green world and develop a lifelong appreciation for nature.” The Art Collections “focus on European art from the 15th to the early 20th century and American art from the late 17th to the late 20th century.” The collection includes 650 paintings and 440 works of sculpture.” Tickets are available online.  

The Wonder Studio
Pretend City Children’s Museum
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618

Monday, September 7th is your last chance to experience The Wonder Studio at Pretend City Children’s Museum. At The Wonder Studio, children can “paint, sculpt, build, and explore without limits.” The immersive summer art exhibit, gives families the opportunity to get messy, and creative, together. “This summer, art isn’t something you look at—it’s something to experience together. Every visit brings something new, where creativity grows through art, movement, and play.” The exhibit is recommended for children ages 2-9 and is included in general admission. Details and ticket information are available online. (On Labor Day, the Museum will be open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.)
 

Orcas: Our Shared Future
Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007

“Explore the powerful connections between orcas, people, and the oceans we share” at the Natural History Museum’s exhibition, Orcas: Our Shared Future. This “fantastic new exhibition” features life-size orca replicas, hands-on installations, artwork created by “Indigenous artists of the Pacific Northwest Coast that honor the compelling relationships between orcas and Northwest Coast First Nations,” more than 125 artifacts (including replica fossils), and much more. Details and tickets are available online. The Museum will be open on Labor Day from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. (Note – This a special exhibition requiring special tickets that are an additional charge and do also require the purchase of general admission tickets to the Museum.)

Kidspace Campout
Kidspace Children’s Museum
480 N. Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91103

Kidspace Children’s Museum will be open Monday, September 7th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. A visit to Kidspace means families can experience Kidspace Campout, a “celebration of the best iconic summer experiences from camping out, fishing, and singing around a campfire and creating camp crafts.” It’s summer camping and road trips done “the Kidspace way,” using lots of imagination. All activities are included in general admission. Tickets are available online. (Kidspace Campout will be available through Sunday, September 13th.) 

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
6067 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036 

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is open on Labor Day, so if you haven’t been for a while Monday, September 7th is a good day to visit. Current exhibitions include Marilyn Monroe: Hollywood Icon (on view through February 28th, 2027), Studio Ghibli’s PONYO (on view through March 21st, 2027), and Barbie to Anna Karenina: The Cinematic Worlds of Sarah Greenwood and Katie Spencer (on view through October 18th, 2026). Be sure to plan time for The Oscars® Experience. If you’ve ever dreamed of accepting an Oscar, now is your chance! “See your name in lights; step onstage to a standing ovation; hold a real Academy Award statuette; and receive a video capturing your classic Hollywood moment.” Details and tickets are available online.

Thomas Dambo’s TROLLS: A Field Study and
SOAR Tropical Butterflies 
South Coast Botanic Garden
26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA 90274

Enjoy some outside time with a visit to South Coast Botanic Garden. Wander the Garden and delight in the sight of Thomas Dambo’s TROLLS: A Field Study, a “whimsical expedition featuring 12 large Trolls crafted entirely from reclaimed wood.” (Note – families may remember Thomas Dambo’s TROLLS: Save the Humans was at the Garden in 2023. This is a different exhibit, featuring 12 new Trolls. This exhibit will be available through October 4th.) 
And, while you’re at the Garden be sure to get tickets for SOAR Tropical Butterflies.This annual event, “where wonder takes flight,” gives families the chance to “immerse yourself amid hundreds of tropical butterflies not normally found in Southern California.” In addition to walking among the butterflies, visitors can feed the butterflies by adding on the optional Butterfly Feeding Experience (for an additional fee). “You will be given a ‘lollipop’ to use while inside the pavilion to help entice butterflies to come close to you for the optimum and most immersive experience.” Visitors must purchase a timed ticket in advance. Details and tickets are available online. (Note – SOAR Tropical Butterflies at South Coast Botanic Garden has been extended and will be available through October 4th.) Details and tickets are available online. 

Boone Children’s Gallery
Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)
5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) has recently re-opened after its major renovation and will be open on Labor Day, September 7th from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. While you’re there, be sure to visit the Boone Children’s Gallery, where the whole family can “explore the joy of art-making. This free, hands-on art-making space welcomes everyone. No experience necessary—just drop in, pick up a brush or a pencil, try something new, and create!” Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Details and ticket information are available online. 

Dodgers vs. Reds
Dodger Stadium
1000 Vin Scully Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012

On Labor Day, take the whole family to a Dodger Game. Monday, September 7th is First Responders Night, a “special event dedicated to honoring the compassion and dedication of our first responders.” It’s an early evening game starting at 6:10 pm, starring our Dodgers taking on the Cincinnati Reds. Tickets are available online. 

Fiesta Hermosa
Downtown Hermosa Beach

Hermosa Beach’s annual Fiesta Hermosa is happening Labor Day weekend – Saturday, September 5th through Monday, September 7th. This year’s event is being described as a “smaller, more local version of the classic Fiesta Hermosa celebration with the same community spirit, favorite traditions, and plenty of fun!” Enjoy live musical performances across multiple stages, carnival rides and games, food, artisan vendors, and much more. Check the website for all the details.

Pick Your Own Roma Tomatoes
Underwood Family Farms
3370 Sunset Valley Road, Moorpark, CA 93021

This year, families can visit Underwood Family Farms to Pick Your Own Roma Tomatoes over Labor Day weekend – Saturday, September 5th, Sunday, September 6th, and Monday, September 7th (from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm each day). And, if your family prefers, you may select from already-picked Romas. Cases of bell peppers and fresh basil will also be available. Be sure to check the website for details about pricing and containers to be used for picking.

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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