Things to Do In Los Angeles and Orange County with Kids
From the endless beaches to Harry Potter World to the Cinderella Castle…Los Angeles and Orange County offer something for everyone, both residents and travelers alike. All around, Southern California is a great place for fun with kids, offering loads of family friendly places to visit!
Los Angeles is perhaps best known for the entertainment industry…studios, celebs, and iconic sightseeing can keep you busy for an entire day. Orange County is home to Disneyland Disney California Adventure…plus more endless beaches, Knott’s and some pretty amazing parks for kids. From California Adventure to Newport Beach, there’s not shortage of family fun in OC!
Climb on Noah’s Ark at Skirball. Fly a plane a Sharewell by Clayton. See Space Shuttle Discovery at the California Science Center. Watch jousting at Medieval Times. Ride roller coasters at Knott’s. Hike up to the Bat Cave and the Hollywood Sign. Hit the Boardwalk in Venice Beach and rollerblade. Dine on Restaurant Row. Explore tidepools in Newport Beach. Build Sandcastles. Spot celebrity homes. Watch archeologists uncover real dinosaur bones at La Brea Tar Pits. Stroll through Harry Potter World at Universal Studios. Dine with Disney characters at Goofy’s Kitchen.
If you’re thinking that sounds expensive, don’t worry because there are loads of free activities for kids in Los Angeles and Orange County! From the La Brea Tar Pits to Tiny Town Train Museum to hiking to the Batcave to riding model trains at Goat Hill Junction…there are some great inexpensive options too for families! And don’t forget to check out our list of Kids Eat Free Restaurants in Los Angeles!
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The 40th Lotus Festival is scheduled for July 11-12,2020 at Echo Park, Los Angeles, 90026
Decorate a lantern and launch it among thousands of water and sky lanterns at Echo Park Lake in July. Sky lanterns symbolize hope for a brighter future, appreciation for our loved ones, and memories of the fallen, while lotus (floating) lanterns represent rebirth, purity and life. ????????: ? Registration and Lantern Decorating: 12-6:30 pm ? Festival and Live Entertainment: 12-8 pm ? Lantern Launching Ceremony: 8-9pm ??????? ???????: ? A water lantern or sky lantern ? Markers for decoration ? Access to lantern launching sites Tickets will sell out months before this event takes place. Be one of the lucky (and smart) ones and get your tickets soon. Learn more ➜ bit.ly/lotusfestivallosangeles Like our page facebook.com/AwesomeEventsLA to hear about awesome events happening near you. DISCLAIMER: Awesome Events promotes events. We don’t organize or host them. If you have questions about an event, click the ticket or more info link and ask the organizers. Thank you and have a nice day. Clean up and Sustainability: After the event, we will clean up and recycle all lanterns to ensure that Echo Park remains as beautiful and clean as before. Additionally, the water lanterns are made out of rice paper and bamboo wood, […]
We will meetup and walkabout from the pier arch entrance sign along the beach south to Venice Beach. From Venice Beach we will return back to the pier via Main St. and other streets. Come catch a Beautiful sunset. This will be a less than 6 mile walkabout. There is our Sunset Sunday Dinner event that follows.. ***Any updates to this event will be posted on our https://www.facebook.com/LosAngelesGoodwillAmbassadorsTravel Page Feed which can be accessed whether one has an account or not. ****Instant 2way Radio Communication for this Event is via the https://zello.com/goodwillambassadorstravel channel on the FREE Zello.com APP ***This Event will be posted also on https://www.Meetup.com/GoodwillAmbassadorsTravel and https://www.eventbrite.com/o/goodwill-ambassadors-travel-23444006273 . ***Look for the Guide/Host Goodwill Ambassador Steven wearing a Goodwill Ambassadors Travel T-Shirt at the Pier Arch Sign.
Its on in 2020 All Star game!!! I will be posting all details on this event page. If im able to get tickets I will post here for our group event. Please make sure to share or add anyone you think would be interested. This is going to be an epic week in Los Angeles. I will try to get tickets for every single AllStar event in Los Angeles!!!! So lets get this party started now!!!
The 2nd Annual Miles of Hope Charity Run/Walk will offer a chance for runners and walkers to complete both a 5K and a 10K for 3 medals or each distance for a respective medal. The 1 Mile kid’s run will be a lot of fun and very competitive for the youth. Held in Elysian Park with stunning views of downtown Los Angeles and Dodger Stadium, net proceeds will benefit the Los Angeles chapter of Back On My Feet. Register at la.purposerun.com before prices incre 5K Run/Walk – 8:30AM start – $45.00 10K Run/Walk – 7AM start – $55.00 1K Kid Fun Run – 8:20AM start – $20.00 5K/10K Challenge – 10K at 7AM and 5K at 8:30AM – $70.00
A Child’s Dream-CA “OWN YOUR FUTURE” – A FREE 6-Month Youth Career Empowerment Program. 12120 Wagner Street, Culver City, CA 90230
Admission and Info – https://tracking.goldstar.com/aff_c?offer_id=59&aff_id=4325&aff_sub=204883&aff_sub4=creative-kids-painting-series-tickets&aff_sub5=los-angeles Creative Kids Painting Series Creative Kids Painting Series Lazy T Ranch (Leona Valley, CA) True Elite Events and Winey Art have teamed up to bring your kids a summer party at Lazy T Ranch. Your little one will enjoy an artistic experience creating their very own painting. Once painting has concluded, we will go on an adventure exploring the ranch and having even more fun horseback riding, going on a hayride and more! Your ticket includes one child entry to the Lazy T Ranch, all painting materials, one collectible take-home paint apron, light snack and refreshments. Parent entry is free with paid child entry. Parents can purchase an adult food ticket at an additional cost. The event will be held in the Children’s party area. Saturday, Jun 20, 2020 / 11:00am | $42.50 Saturday, Jul 18, 2020 / 11:00am | $42.50 Saturday, Aug 8, 2020 / 11:00am | $42.50 Like The Los Angeles Daily Event List for more upcoming events!
The Biggest Family Shower Ever is like no other baby shower you’ve ever seen. With top companies in the baby industry, it’s a one stop shop to test out, touch, feel and get educated on everything you can possibly need for your growing family. Learn more, test products and mingle with other expectant and new parents while Big City Moms celebrates you! DISCOUNT CODES: FACEBOOK – save $5.00 on any General Admission ticket —– VENDORS A large variety of companies will be represented including baby gear and accessories, clothing, skin care, parenting services, retailers, and more. SPONSORS Our Sponsors for our event can be found on the link below! Please bare with us as we update daily as new sponsors come in! https://www.bigcitymoms.com/biggest-baby-shower-ever/the-biggest-family-shower-ever-los-angeles/ SEMINARS We’ve scouted out experts in the baby care field…Come hear parenting experts speak on important topics ranging from healthcare, sleep tips / tricks, nutrition for you and your baby and navigating life as a new parent. PRIZES AND MORE… All attendees have the chance to win prizes including strollers,, diaper bags, car seats and more! SHOP ONE NIGHT ONLY exclusive discounts with local retail partners.
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LA, let’s heat things up ? The Hot Wheels Legends Tour Presented by Mobil 1 is a worldwide search for a custom car worthy of being immortalized as a Hot Wheels die-cast car. The Legends Tour is making 18 stops throughout the US at Walmart stores in cities with deep-rooted ties to car culture and a special stop at the Hot Wheels® Headquarters. At each stop, a team of judges, including members of the Hot Wheels design team, automotive influencers and Walmart store managers, are casting their votes for the cars they want to see immortalized into a Hot Wheels die-cast toy car. The factors that make a car into a Hot Wheels Legend: Authenticity, Creativity and Garage Spirit. AUTHENTICITY: Have you ever seen a car and thought it looks like a Hot Wheels? Well, that’s the type of cars we’re looking for—vehicles that are authentic to the brand. CREATIVITY: Hot Wheels has made over 25,000 unique vehicle models in the past 50 years. So, we’re looking for builds with unique designs and details that really stand out from the rest. GARAGE SPIRIT: Every car fanatic has a Hot Wheels story that inspired how they got into the garage. We’re […]
Everyone’s favorite improvisational animation game show is back and it’s bigger and better than ever! Scribble Showdown, is returning with it’s original cast of YouTube’s biggest animators Odd1sOut, JaidenAnimations, Domics, RubberNinja and host Egoraptor aka Arin Hanson of Game Grumps! The tour, which sold out it’s first North American tour last October will be making it’s big return across North America as well as Toronto, Ontario and London England for a total of fourteen unforgettable shows! The fun gets underway starting in Phoenix, Arizona on July 9th at the Phoenix Symphony Hall and will hit a variety of major 2000+ venues including The Chicago theater and the famed Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Fans will watch as the animators battle it out using their talent, wit, and most importantly the audience to win it all! Come see who will be crowned the next Scribble Showdown champion in a city near you!
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About 40 miles northwest of Los Angeles, and just a little ways from Santa Clarita, sits Castaic Lake State Recreation Area. A hidden jewel of the Southern California crown, it is home to beloved trails for hikers and mountain bikers. The numerous miles of trails will certainly test the Spartan community. There’s also a good chance that this course could venture close (or even into) the lake. Given the views from the camping areas, spectators and well-wishers can expect to be treated to some stunning scenery, and witness their loved ones grappling with the many obstacles. The steep trails will offer a true test. Should it happen to rain, this will quickly become one of the muddiest races on the Spartan Race calendar. TOP REASONS TO TAKE ON THIS COURSE: 1. It’s only a short drive from LA — one of the greatest cities in the world beckons you. 2. Hollywood, Sunset Strip, Dodgers Stadium, Chinatown and so many more sights of LA are all nearby, so make sure to seize the opportunity to explore the area. 3. Disneyland can be found in Anaheim, which is just an hour drive from LA. Make a long weekend out of the trip […]
Last tickets for The Lion King Musical in Los Angeles, CA at Hollywood Pantages Theatre! Share this event with all Your friends, leave a comment and get a chanсe to win a ticket!
Get Your Tickets Here – https://tracking.goldstar.com/aff_c?offer_id=59&aff_id=4325&aff_sub=195006&aff_sub4=disneys-the-little-mermaid-presented-by-encore-tickets&aff_sub5=los-angeles This live production of the Disney classic is a dream come true, with a top-notch orchestra, magical costumes and sets, and incredible actors ranging from ages 4 up. Introduce your little one(s) to your favorite musical — and some of the most memorable, lovable characters under the sea. Like The Los Angeles Daily Event List for more upcoming events!
Find the Best Family Friendly Activities Near Me
You already know we have TONS of events for kids all over the USA…but did you know we also have loads of family friendly ideas for crafts, games, and more that you can do at home? Looking for a fun activity ideas to do at home for toddlers? kids? tweens? teens? We’ve got all kinds of ideas and inspo for arts and crafts, holiday themed ideas and more! Have some great ideas we’re missing? Let us know on our contact us page! And don’t forget to check out our travel guides for families before you head out on your next vacation! Take a look around, we think you’ll find fun for the whole family. Spend less time planning and more time making memories!
Valentine’s Day Activities for Kids
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