Best Activities for Kids in Los Angeles in April 2026

Meet the Grunion
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
Friday, April 3 & Sunday April 19, 2026
Families can spend a night sitting on Southern California's sandy shore waiting for the legendary grunion run to begin. The activities start with an auditorium presentation about the mating rituals of this unique fish, after which visitors are guided down to the shore to see the famed fish run for themselves. April 3--Website / April 19 Website

Touch-A-Truck at Discovery Cube LA
Sylmar
Daily, through April 4, 2026
Get it in gear: the Touch-a-Truck event is back at Discovery Cube Los Angeles! This fun and educational experience gives children a chance to interact with specialized vehicles that serve our community. They can also enjoy an inflatable obstacle course, the Kids Engineering Zone, learning stations, and more. Website

Egg Bowl 2026
Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena
Saturday, April 4, 2026
Tens of thousands of eggs can be found on the Rose Bowl field at this huge annual Easter event. And this year, the brunch is back! The hoppin' event also includes a spring festival with free family activities, games, inflatables, and food for purchase. Tickets are not required for the spring festival area, and egg hunt tickets are free but limited. Website

Renaissance Pleasure Faire
Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area, 15501 E. Arrow Highway, Irwindale
Starts Saturday, April 4, 2026
M'Lords. M'Ladies. The Renaissance has returned to the Southland! Medieval costumes and mugs of mead are the stuff that Renaissance Pleasure Faire is made of. The day promises continuous entertainment in a dozen performance areas, with live jousting tournaments, comedy shows, magic, music, swashbuckling, and occasional sightings of Queen Elizabeth I in her Royal Parade as the Faire celebrates its Diamond Jubilee year. Website

Whale of a Day
Point Vicente Interpretive Center
31501 Palos Verdes Dr W, Rancho Palos Verdes - FREE
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Palos Verdes' annual festival celebrating the migration of the Pacific gray whale is held on the main grounds of the Point Vicente Interpretive Center and at the adjacent lighthouse. Activities for children include inflatables, face painting, crafts, and games, along with informative exhibits and live music. Guests can tour the Interpretive Center’s museum (celebrating its 100th anniversary this year!) and the grounds of the Point Vicente Lighthouse. Website

OC Fair Imaginology
OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive Costa Mesa - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, April 11 - 12, 2026
Have you ever wondered how marine mammals survive in cold water, wanted to make your own kazoo, or tried to craft a rocket using a 3D printer? Students and their families can power their imaginations during two days of competitions, exhibits, and free activities designed to explore the fun of STEAM. Website

Monterey Park Cherry Blossom Festival
Barnes Park, 350 S. McPherrin Avenue, Monterey Park - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, April 11 - 12, 2026
Monterey Park's Cherry Blossom Festival celebrates its 26th year in 2026.The festival is held in Barnes Park, offering attendees the chance to see, hear, and taste a bit of Japanese and Japanese American culture. Website

Bob Baker Day
Los Angeles State Historic Park, 1245 N Spring St Los Angeles - FREE
Sunday, April 12, 2026
The Annual Bob Baker Day celebrates the life and legacy of LA's iconic puppeteer. The event is once again held at Los Angeles State Historic Park, and this year's theme is recovery through the arts. Everyone is welcome to participate in the healing and uplifting of our communities through art, imagination, and joy. Website

California Poppy Festival
AV Fair & Event Center, 2551 W Avenue H, Lancaster
Friday - Sunday, April 17- 19, 2026
Every spring Lancaster celebrates the vibrant orange poppy, California's state flower. This year the festival returns to the AV Fair & Event Center. Families can enjoy 3 entertaining days amidst the sunshine and colorful flowers. Website

Santa Clarita Cowboy Festival
Old Town Newhall, Multiple Venues
William S. Hart Park, Santa Clarita
FREE
Saturday & Sunday, April 18 - 19, 2026
Saddle up for a good time! Santa Clarita’s rich Western heritage takes center stage each year at the Cowboy Festival, which features a two-day lineup of music, food (including cowboy cobbler!), entertainment, and activities for Western enthusiasts of all ages. Website

Los Angeles Times Festival of Books
University of Southern California, Exposition Park - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, April 18 -19, 2026
Books, books, everywhere, and lots of authors, too. The LA Times Festival of Books is LA's biggest and best-known book festival. The Children's Stage features performances throughout both days geared for kids. Older kids can check out the author appearances at the YA Stage. All outdoor entertainment is free and requires no ticket. Website

Disney on Ice: Road Trip Adventures Long Beach
Long Beach Arena
Thursday - Sunday, April 23 - 26, 2026
Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, and friends embark on an interactive adventure to iconic Disney destinations. The audience is invited along to see the world from the rooftops of London with Mary Poppins and Jack and his band of dancing lamplighters, travel to the sun-soaked Motunui with Moana, set off on a safari with Simba and Pumbaa, and more. Website

Universal Fan Fest Nights
Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal City
Select nights April 23 - May 16, 2026
Let your fandom fly! Celebrating some of the most beloved sci-fi, gaming, and fantasy franchises, Universal Fan Fest Nights are immersive fan experiences, taking an immersive dive into the worlds of Scooby Doo x Universal Monsters, Super Nintendo World, Dungeons & Dragons, One Piece, Pretty Guardian Sailor Moon, and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Can't choose which is your favorite? No worries: all of the in-world experiences and activations are included every night of the event. Website

YALLWEST Book Festival
Santa Monica High School, 601 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica - FREE
Friday & Saturday, April 24 - 25, 2026
Y'all come west now, to hear a bunch of great YA authors and more. YALLWEST celebrates books, film, TV, and art related to young adult literature. Attendees often go home with an armload of free books! Website

Keep it Green, Keep it Clean Earth Day Celebration
Roundhouse Aquarium Teaching Center
Manhattan Beach Pier Manhattan Beach
FREE
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Roundhouse Aquarium celebrates Earth Day with "Keep it Green, Keep it Clean." The aquarium partners with local community groups and school organizations to provide fun, interactive, and hands-on activities that promote ocean conservation and sustainable living. Website

Arts & Literacy Festival
Virginia Avenue Park, 2201 Pico Santa Monica - FREE
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Fire up the tractor: this year's Arts & Literacy Festival is themed "A Day on the Farm". The annual event at Virginia Avenue Park features family-friendly activities, storytelling, and live performances, all designed to help young children build the foundational skills needed for TK and Kindergarten. Website

Fiesta Broadway
Broadway from 1st to 4th Street, DTLA - FREE
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Fiesta Broadway is back! The nation's largest Cinco de Mayo celebration, Fiesta Broadway, takes place the week before the holiday and covers Broadway from 1st to 4th with Latin exuberance. Website

City of STEM Festival & LA Maker Faire
Exposition Park South Lawn
Sunday, April 26, 2016
City of STEM and LA Maker Faire combine forces to create an interactive event designed to inspire Los Angeles’ next generation of scientific leaders, makers, and creative thinkers! This free outdoor event is held on the south lawn at Exposition Park. Website

Skirball Puppet Festival
Skirball Cultural Center, Bel Air
Sunday, April 26, 2026
Wonder and merriment await at the Skirball Puppet Festival. During this fan-favorite, family-focused event, puppets of all shapes and sizes walk, soar, and stomp about. Guests can discover pockets of fun as they move between performances big and small from some of Southern California’s premier puppetry acts. Website

Cinco de Mayo Family Day
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, DTLA - FREE
Sunday, April 26, 2026
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a fun and free family day featuring dance, music, hands-on art workshops, and more. Website

CicLAvia - West LA
Multiple Hubs, including Westwood
Westwood Blvd & Le Conte Ave. Los Angeles
FREE
Sunday, April 26, 2026
CicLAvia introduces a route with a 310 vibe—the West LA route crosses the 405 with for three miles of car-free fun on Santa Monica and Westwood Blvds. Participants can jog, ride, bike, skate, run, walk, skateboard, spectate, and play, and may show up anywhere along the route to enjoy the open streets and explore the area. Website