There is always so much to do with kids in Los Angeles, and at Fun With Kids in LA, we are dedicated to bring you the best of them. Our list of fun things to do with kids in Los Angeles this weekend includes Lunar Celebrations, Free Museum for All, Earth Explorers at Discovery Cube, Mr. V's Big Top Dream at Circus Vargas, and many more!
Multiple Locations
January 25, 2020
This Saturday over 40 museums will be offering free admission day to everyone! Among the kid-friendly museums that offer free admission day are Cayton Children’s Museum, Kidspace Children’s Museum, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, La Brea Tar Pits, and many more presenting art, cultural heritage, science, and natural history.
Discovery Cube Los Angeles
11800 Foothill Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 91342
Jan 25 - May 3, 2020
Let your imagination run wild as you embark on an epic adventure! Step into the shoes of a National Geographic explorer as you take a journey to the wildest places on earth. In this highly interactive exhibition, you can discover the amazing animals and plants thriving in the most extreme environments.
Lunar New Year at Santa Monica Place
395 Santa Monica Pl
Santa Monica, CA 90401
January 25, 2020
2 pm - 5 pm
Santa Monica Place celebrates the Year of the Rat on Saturday hosted by comedian Paul “PK” Kim. Celebrations will include authentic cultural performances and activities such as the traditional Chinese lion dance, Korean fan dance, stilt-walkers, traditional dough artist, balloon twister, family-friendly arts and crafts, and New Year’s Wishing Trees, which will be placed near the event for you to hang a wish on the branches.
Lunar New Year at Disneyland
Disney California Adventure Park 1313 Disneyland Dr.
Anaheim, CA
January 17 - Feb 9, 2020
Lunar New Year celebration starts this weekend at Disney California Adventure Park. Learn about Asian cultures, enjoy special appearances by popular Disney characters, marvel at Mulan’s Lunar New Year Procession, enjoy Asian cuisine with a Disney twist, enjoy lots of live entertainment, and more.
Circus Vargas
777 N. Front St. Burbank, CA 91502
Jan 24 - Feb 9, 2020
Various Times
Circus Vargas' New 2020 production ” Mr. V’s Big Top Dream" brings back acrobats, daredevils and flying trapeze! Run away with the circus for two unforgettable hours of nonstop action and adventure! A magnificent, mega-hit production guaranteed to thrill and enchant children of all ages.
Dodger Stadium
1000 Elysian Park Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Jan 25, 2020
10 am - 4 pm
Celebrate the Dodgers at the free Dodgers FanFest. Enjoy Interactive games and activities. Highlights include main stage interviews with Dodgers past and present, a 2020 Ticket Open House, autograph sessions with current and former Dodger players and coaches, and photo opportunities.
Hands on History
Santa Monica History Museum 1350 7th St.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
January 25, 2020
11 am - 12 pm
Join Santa Monica History Museum for a fun and informative activity and craft a Ferris Wheel.
Each workshop is engaging and educational for elementary age (5 – 11 years) children. By creating something hand-made related to history topics, children create memories based on their history lessons. Families can expect a fun-filled learning hour at the Museum! RSVP is requested and also available at the door. (Free)
Fowler Museum at UCLA 308 Charles E. Young Dr. N.,
Los Angeles, CA 90024
January 26, 2020
1 pm - 3 pm
Discover the dynamic colors, surprising materials, and personal memories shared by artist Rina Banerjee in this special exhibition Make Me a Summary of the World before creating a sculpture that expresses your own unique story.
Museum of Illusions
6751 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, CA 90028
Jan 24th -- Jan 26th
Discover a world of mind blowing 3D murals at Museum of Illusions. Located on Hollywood Blvd, tourists and locals, friends and family, people of all ages can visit us and create unforgettable memories. The Museum of Illusions is the place to be to have fun and let your imagination soar.
Pantages Theatre
6233 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Now - Feb 2, 2020
FROZEN will celebrate its North American tour through February 2, 2020. A mysterious secret. A family torn apart. As one sister struggles with being an outsider and harnessing her powers within, the other sets out on a thrilling adventure to bring her family together once again. Both are searching for love, but they’ll learn that to find it they’ll have to look inside themselves first.
Miracle Mile Toy Hall
5464 Wilshire Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
January 26, 2020
11 am
Bob Baker Marionette Theater returns to the Miracle Mile Toy Hall to bring their classic brand of magic and whimsy with a special show each month! Join us for a heartfelt puppet show followed by a meet and greet with your favorite puppets. It’s vintage LA at it’s very best!
Loyola Marymount University
Murphy Recital Hall 1955 Ignatian Circle
Los Angeles, CA 90045
January 26, 2020
1 pm - 3 pm
Enjoy a delightful afternoon of music geared towards children and families at the 21st annual LMU Children's Concerts featuring music by Beethoven, Poulenc, Duarte and LMU faculty composer Ryan Dorin performed by the Los Angeles Contemporary Dance Company in collaboration with LMU music students and faculty members Tania Fleischer and Ken Aiso.
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