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! We’ll update this page every week so be sure to come back and see what great kids events we have coming up for the weekend in Los Angeles and Southern California. We are your source for the Best Things to do in LA with Kids!
Wondering what to do in LA this weekend? We got you! Whether you have Toddlers or Teens (or any kids in between), this list will give you great ideas for family fun this weekend! We work hard to add things to do we think you’ll enjoy.
Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids March 22-24, 2024
Families will find so many fun things to do with their kids this weekend, from March 22nd to March 24th. Attend the International Children’s Festival at the Aquarium of the Pacific, celebrate at the Nowruz Festival happening at the Central Library, be delighted and amazed at Discovery Cube Orange County’s Bubblefest, and more!!
Also, be sure to check out our post 80+ Fun Ways to Celebrate Easter in Los Angeles. Many events are happening this weekend.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
“America’s most popular modern dance company,” Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, will be performing at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion from Wednesday, March 20th through Sunday, March 24th. The performance features world premieres as well as beloved classics, including Alvin Ailey’s signature work Revelations. The performance is about two hours long, including two fifteen-minute intermissions. Tickets are available online.
Spring Jubilee
Spring Jubilee is a special event happening at many LA County Parks from Wednesday, March 20th through Saturday, March 30th. The event includes workshops, performances, crafts, food tastings, egg hunts, and more. Dates and times vary based on location. Pre-registration is not required. Details are available online.
Friday Movie Nights: The Secret Life of Pets
Ovation Hollywood invites families to a free, outdoor screening of The Secret Life of Pets on Friday, March 22nd at 7:00 pm. Be sure to check in at the Ovation Hollywood booth to receive free popcorn and discounted concession stand treats. Reserve your spot online. (The movie is rated PG.)
Matt Johnson & The New Jet Set: Swinging’ The Disney Song Book
Families are invited to a “magical journey through the enchanting world of Disney with Matt Johnson and The New Jet Set!” This multi-media musical experience will “transport you back in time with their retro-cool interpretations of your favorite Disney anthems.” Performances are scheduled for Friday, March 22nd (7:30 pm), Saturday March 23rd (11:00 am), and Sunday, March 24th (2:00 pm). Tickets are available online.
El Capitan Theatre: Luca
From Friday, March 22nd through Sunday, March 31st, the El Capitan Theatre presents the Disney Pixar film Luca. Multiple screening times are available. And before the feature film, guests will see the Pixar Short “For the Birds.” Tickets are available online. (The movie is rated PG.)
Bubblefest
Mark your calendars. Bubblefest will be at Discovery Cube Orange County from Friday, March 22nd through Sunday, April 7th. “Prepare to be amazed by the artistry and science behind the shimmering world of bubbles, making this an unforgettable experience for the whole family.” Daily show times are scheduled for: 11:00 am, 12:30 pm, 2:00 pm, and 3:30 pm. Bubblefest tickets include access to the 45-minute Bubble and Laser Show and the Bubble Zone Festival, which includes DIY large bubble-making stations, paddle boat rides, and a Bubble Lab. Details and tickets are available online.
Museums Free-For-All
This year’s Museums Free-For-All event is happening on Saturday, March 23rd. More than 30 museums and cultural institutions will be participating in this annual event, which allows families to visit for free. (Note – this offer applies only to General Admission. Specially ticketed exhibitions will still require an additional ticket with a fee.) A few of the participating museums include the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, California Botanic Garden, Craft Contemporary, The Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), and the Zimmerman Automobile Driving Museum. Be sure to check the website for details. Some museums are requiring advance, timed tickets.
César Chávez Celebration
Huntington Park Library is hosting a César Chávez Celebration on Saturday, March 23rd from 10:30 am to 11:30 am. Children will learn about “César Chávez’s legacy as a civil rights advocate and farm labor leader.” Then, children will participate in a related art activity. All materials will be provided at this all-ages event. (Note – this event is also being held at Bell Library at 2:00 pm on Saturday, March 23rd.)
Local Author Day featuring Sasha Lee and Kathleen Rinden
Vroman’s Bookstore invites families to its Local Author Day event happening on Saturday, March 23rd at 11:00 am. Sasha Lee will present The Hanap?p? Hero. “Ron’s story is a catalyst for fostering a sense of community spirit and individual empowerment in kids. Each young reader, in their own unique way, has the potential to be a hero in their community, just like Ron.” And Kathleen Rinden will present Tippety Squirrel’s Neighborhood. “Come join Tippety as she explores her neighborhood to visit friends and finds all of the ways the townsfolk are still enjoying life and staying connected.”
The Everywhere of Her
Families with children in grades 5-8 are invited to a special presentation, The Everywhere of Her, at the Culver City Julian Dixon Library on Saturday, March 23rd. “Presented by the Ebell of LA, The Everywhere of Her is an imaginative, musical celebration of three remarkable women who each shaped Los Angeles: Charlotta Bass, Katherine Sui Fun Cheung, and Dolores del Rio.” Advance registration is required as attendance is limited. Note – there are two performances on Saturday: one at 11:00 am and one at 2:00 pm.
Symphonies for Youth: Swan Lake: Reimagined
Start your Saturday with a musical performance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. As part of their Symphonies for Youth program, on Saturday, March 23rd at 11:00 am, there is a performance of Swan Lake: Reimagined. “Experience how Tchaikovsky’s timeless composition inspires a revamped story for a modern audience by featuring selected pieces from the classic suite and, of course, a dancing accompaniment.” This 45-minute concert is recommended for children ages 5-11. Be sure to arrive early. Beginning at 10:00 am, families are invited to participate in self-guided art activities. Details, including ticket information, are available online.
Storytime Saturday
Take a drive to the Laguna Art Museum on Saturday, March 23rd for their 11:00 am event, Storytime Saturday. Children will enjoy author Pamela K. Knudsen reading her children’s book, Two Cars, a Mermaid, and the Disappearing Moon. After the story, kids will participate in a “watercolor pencil activity placing kids at the center of an adventure of their own.” (All children 12 and younger receive free admission. An admission fee is required for accompanying adults.)
Family Fun: Wordplay
The Orange County Museum of Art is holding a special drop-in program for families on Saturday, March 23rd from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Inspired by the Tony Lewis: CASUAL T exhibition, families will “create your own comic strips playing with words and drawings to discover your own personal comic style – let your creativity soar.” The program is designed for children 3 and older. Admission is free.
Kids Day at The Flower Fields
Take a drive down to The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch on Saturday, March 23rd for Kids Day. The festivities take place between 11:30 am and 4:00 pm and include face painting, bubble making, ballooning, and more. Plus at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm, the BMX Freestyle Team will be performing in an “exciting, spectacular, non-stop, action-packed stunt show!” And, at 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm be amazed by competitive yo-yo masters who will be “demonstrating their exciting tricks and moves.” Most Kids Day activities are included in general admission. Tickets must be purchased online.
Spring Has Sprung!
Celebrate Spring at the Norton Simon Museum on Saturday, March 23rd from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Families will have the opportunity to view floral still lifes and garden scenes by Monet and Cézanne, among other artists. Then, children can “create your works of art that capture the beauty of the season and the new growth that it brings.” This program is designed for children ages 4-12 and is included in general museum admission. (Admission is always free for children under 18.)
Women’s History Month Storytime
Visit Central Library on Saturday, March 23rd from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm for a special Women’s History Month Storytime. Learn about amazing women during this special event, intended for children ages 3-8.
Robot Building and Other Animatronics with Paul Thompson
Teens are invited to the Granada Hills Branch Library on Saturday, March 23rd from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm for a special event, Robot Building and Other Animatronics with Paul Thompson. “Paul Thompson will bring robots and animatronics that will amaze with a spectacular demonstration.”
Women’s History Month Art Activity
The San Gabriel Library is hosting a Women’s History Month Art Activity on Saturday, March 23rd from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. “Explore women in the arts and then create an art piece inspired by painter Helen Frankenthaler.” For children ages 5-12. Advance registration is required as attendance is limited.
Touch-a-Truck
Discovery Cube Los Angeles invites families to its Touch-a-Truck event taking place from Saturday, March 23rd through Sunday, March 31st (11 am to 3 pm each day). This special event is “designed to provide children with a fun & educational experience interacting with specialized vehicles that serve our community.” Kiddos will have the chance to climb inside the vehicles and test their endurance for different jobs with fitness games at Discovery Cube’s inflatable obstacle course. Tickets are available online.
The University of Wonder and Imagination
“The University of Wonder & Imagination is now enrolling students of all ages and magical abilities…and there’s a place with your name on it!” This interactive theater experience gives the audience the opportunity to make choices and shape their own course. “You will interact with the liveliest of lecturers, choose your subjects of study, enter themed rooms, and encounter all kinds of problems and puzzles, unlocking your magical powers as you go.” After solving puzzles at each station, participants will earn a signed certificate. Performances are scheduled for Saturday, March 23rd and Sunday, March 24th at 1:00 pm each day. Details, including ticket information, are available online.
Family Night Hike: Wizarding World of Plants
Tickets are available for the Family Night Hike: Wizarding World of Plants event happening at The Arboretum on Saturday, March 23rd from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. “Plants have inspired legends, folklore, and wizardry for centuries. Join us to explore the magical world of plants.” Tickets are available online. ($20 per ticket)
International Children’s Festival
Aquarium of the Pacific welcomes families to its nineteenth annual International Children’s Festival on Saturday, March 23rd and Sunday, March 24th. “Celebrating the amazing talents of children of many cultures, this festival features cultural presentations and performances by children.” The Festival is free with general admission.
Purim and Holi Celebration
Pretend City Children’s Museum is hosting two special celebrations this weekend. On Saturday, March 23rd, celebrate Purim as “we explore costumes and being a superhero inside and out!” Storytimes are scheduled for 11:00 am and 2:30 pm. And, on Sunday, March 24th, the Museum invites families to its Holi Celebration. “Join us in a festive celebration to spread happiness and new beginnings as we read and make our own Holi powder at 11 am.” A traditional Bharatnatyam Dance performance is scheduled for 2:30 pm. Tickets are available online.
Spring Spectacular 2024
The Teaching Zoo at Moorpark College is hosting its Spring Spectacular event this weekend, from Saturday, March 23rd to Sunday, March 24th. This special fundraiser celebrates the work of the Zoo’s 2nd-year students. Special shows and activities are planned, including Eye to Eye Wildlife Presentations (at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm) and Discovery Stations (available all day). Details, including ticket information, are available online.
Dog Man Book Launch Party and Children’s Storytime with Charlotte Offsay
Village Well Books & Coffee is hosting two special children’s events this weekend. Visit on Saturday, March 23rd at 11:00 am to celebrate the newest installment of the bestselling Dog Man series — The Scarlet Shedder. The fun also includes a costumed character and crafts. And, a Children’s Storytime with Charlotte Offsay is scheduled for Sunday, March 24th at 11:00 am. Local author Ms. Offsay will be sharing her latest book, The Quiet Forest. “Through her work, local author Charlotte Offsay hopes to make children laugh, to inspire curiosity, and to create a magical world her readers can lose themselves in time and time again.” RSVP online.
Family Matinee: A Bug’s Life
As part of its Family Matinee program, New Beverly Cinema is screening the Disney Pixar film A Bug’s Life on Saturday, March 23rd and Sunday, March 24th at 2:00 pm each day. Tickets are available online. (The movie is rated G.)
Weekend Short Cuts: Oscar-Winning Animated Short Films
On Saturday, March 23rd and Sunday, March 24th at 3:00 pm each day, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is screening Oscar-winning animated short films from the last ten years. Titles include Feast, Bear Story, Piper, Bao, and Hair Love. Advance ticket reservations are encouraged.
Shearing Day & Fiber Arts Festival
Visit Hana Field on Sunday, March 24th from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm for Shearing Day & Fiber Arts Festival. “Watch and learn as we shear the sheep and goats. Spend the day with us learning about spinning, creating, and crafting with wool and other fibers.” Tickets are available online. (Entry is $10 per person, free for children 2 and younger)
Nowruz Festival: TehrAngeles
Celebrate Nowruz, the Persian New Year, at the Central Library on Sunday, March 24th from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm. The festival includes keynote speakers, children’s crafts, cultural games, workshops, a young adult author panel, and much more. Details, including parking information, are available online.
Disney Princess – The Concert
Disney fans are in for a treat. On Sunday, March 24th, Disney Princess – The Concert, a “celebration of the music of Disney’s iconic princesses performed by Broadway stars,” will be performed at the Long Beach Terrace Theater. Additionally, “larger than life animation and theatrical effects immerse the audience in pure Disney magic.” Performers will also share behind-the-scenes stories from their experiences on the stage and screen. The performance begins at 3:00 pm and lasts about 1 hour and 45 minutes, which includes a 20-minute intermission. (Note – This production features Broadway performers appearing as themselves. Costumed Disney characters do not appear at this event.) Tickets are available online.
Conclusion
This weekend is packed with exciting events for families in Los Angeles. Whether you’re in the mood for dance performances, art activities, film screenings, or cultural festivals, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to create lasting memories with your kids. Plan your weekend activities and enjoy the Best Things to do in LA with Kids!
FAQs
Q: What are the best things to do in Los Angeles with kids this weekend?
A: There are numerous exciting events happening in Los Angeles this weekend for families with kids. Some highlights include the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater performance, Bubblefest at Discovery Cube Orange County, and the International Children’s Festival at the Aquarium of the Pacific.
Q: Are there any free events for families in Los Angeles this weekend?
A: Yes, there are free events available for families in Los Angeles this weekend. The Friday Movie Nights screening of The Secret Life of Pets at Ovation Hollywood is a free outdoor event, and the Museums Free-For-All allows families to visit participating museums for free on Saturday, March 23rd.
Q: Are there any cultural events happening in Los Angeles this weekend?
A: Yes, there are several cultural events happening in Los Angeles this weekend. The Nowruz Festival at the Central Library celebrates the Persian New Year, and the International Children’s Festival at the Aquarium of the Pacific showcases the talents of children from different cultures.
Q: Where can I find more information about these events?
A: For more information about these events, including dates, times, and ticket information, you can visit the respective websites of the venues or organizations hosting the events. Additionally, you can check online event listings or local event calendars for detailed information.
Q: Are these events suitable for children of all ages?
A: Yes, many of these events are suitable for children of all ages. However, it’s always a good idea to check the specific event details or contact the organizers to ensure that the event is appropriate for your children’s age group.