Things to do with kids this weekend in Los Angeles

Six Flags Magic Mountain Fright Fest

Six Flags Magic Mountain · Valencia · $$ · Ages 10–13

Fright Fest at Six Flags Magic Mountain, Sep 18 - Nov 1: daytime family-friendly park hours with shows and trick-or-treating, haunted…

Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch

Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch, 10100 Jefferson Blvd · Los Angeles · $$ · All ages

in West Los Angeles: pumpkins, a hay maze, carnival rides, pony rides, and family photo spots.

Tanaka Farms Pumpkin Patch

Tanaka Farms · Irvine · $$ · All ages

Irvine Pumpkin Patch at Tanaka Farms: pumpkin picking, wagon rides, and farm activities.

INK-CON Trusted Tattoo Gathering

Expo Hall 4 · Pomona · Ages 3–12

Experience one of Southern California's most exciting celebrations of tattoo art, creativity, and culture at the Trusted Tattoo Gathering 2026 (INKCON).

Underwood Family Farms Fall Harvest Festival

Underwood Family Farms · Moorpark · $$ · All ages

annual Fall Harvest Festival at Underwood Family Farms in Moorpark: corn maze, pumpkin patch, farm animals, and kids' activities.

Gilchrist Farm Harvest Festival & Pumpkin Patch

Gilchrist Farm · Santa Clarita · All ages

Santa Clarita's harvest festival and pumpkin patch: wagon rides, a corn maze, farm animals, apple cannons, pony rides and a pumpkin patch, plus a farm store.

Friends of La Crescenta Library Member's Pre-Sale: Join at the door!

La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room · La Crescenta-Montrose · Ages 3–12

In-Person Program Get a first look at the 1000's of books in the annual book sale at the Members Only Presale.

Friday, October 9 Flamingo Mingle 10:30 am Gorilla Talk 11:00 am Chimp Chat 12:30 pm

Los Angeles Zoo · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Friday Oct 09 Kids and Families Amphitheater Happenings Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:15 pm and Fridays, 3:15 pm (Story Time

Skirball Cultural Center · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Fri Oct 9

LACMA · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Chimp Chat

Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains seating area · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

What’s new with our chimp troop? Chat with Zoo staff about chimps to see what’s new and who’s who in our chimp family. Recommended for all…

LA’s Garden

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens.

Carved

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Learn Basic Tech - Session 3 of 3

Virtual Program · Downey · Ages 3–12

3 Day Tech Training Join us for a free, training designed to help learners build essential digital skills.

Lap-Sit & Tummy Time Infant Storytime

Angelo M. Iacoboni Library - Meeting Room · Lakewood · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Connect with your baby and begin their literacy journey while we do infant tickles, rhymes, and songs.

Hello Kitty® and Friends Scavenger Hunt

Lancaster Library · Lancaster · Ages 3–12

In-Person Program Hello Kitty® and Friends are exploring the library!

Baby Storytime

Lancaster Library - Meeting Room · Lancaster · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program With your baby on your lap, enjoy bonding through favorite old and new nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs, and age-appropriate books.

Baby Storytime

Baldwin Park Library · Baldwin Park · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Enjoy a morning storytime with your baby and build their early learning skills through stories, rhymes, and gentle movement.

Chess Club

Memorial · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Do you play chess? Are you interested in learning? Then, join Stephen and Avi every Friday afternoon to learn and play chess with other…

Cafecito and Connection @ Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 90805 · Long Beach · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Michelle Obama Event Type: Health and Wellness Audience: Adults,Adults (55+ years),All Ages Contact Name: Josie Segundo…

Jazz in the Library: Vida Latina @ BJK Main

Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W Broadway, 90802 · Long Beach · All ages

Library Location: Billie Jean King Event Type: Cultural Event,Entertainment,Vida Latina Audience: Adults,Adults (55+ years),All Ages,Babies…

Day of the Dead Community Altar @ Harte

Harte Neighborhood Library, 1595 W. Willow St. 90810 · Long Beach · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Harte Event Type: Arts and Crafts,Cultural Event,History and Culture,Vida Latina Audience: All Ages Contact Name: Erin…

Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies

Artesia Library - Meeting Room · Artesia · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program New parents, join us at a special program designed for you.

Peru: Nazca Lines

Norwalk Library - Meeting Room · Norwalk · Ages 5–12

In-Person In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, we will learn about Peru's mysterious Nazca Lines, exploring their history, purpose, and cultural significance.

Filipino Inspiration through Watercolors

Stevenson Ranch Library - Meeting Room · Stevenson Ranch · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program Get inspired for Filipino American History Month by joining us to celebrate Filipino American artists and discover how…

Keroppi™'s Origami Corner

Lynwood Library - Meeting Room · Lynwood · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program Keroppi™ is always curious and ready to try something new.

Tie Dye Workshop

South Whittier Library - Meeting Room · Whittier · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program Celebrate summer vibes by exploring the art of tie dye!

Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets

Bell Express Library · Bell · Ages 5–12

In-Person Event Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness.

Learn and Make: Maracas

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room · La Mirada · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program We are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with maracas!

Hispanic Heritage Month: DIY Piñatas

El Monte Library - Meeting Room · El Monte · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a fun, hands-on craft!

Beginning Ukulele for Teens

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room · San Gabriel · Ages 10–13

In-Person Unwind with us on Friday afternoons as we learn basic ukulele chords and master a handful of songs in a relaxing environment along with other beginners.

Dinosaur Encounters

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County · Los Angeles · Included with admission · Ages 3–12

Live theater performance where dinosaurs come to life through large-scale puppets.

Mystery Readers @ Bach

Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 N. Bellflower Blvd. 90808 · Long Beach · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Bach Event Type: Books, Authors, and Writing,Summer Activities Audience: Adults Contact Name: Library Staff Contact…

Dinosaur Hall Tour

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County · Los Angeles · Included with admission · Ages 3–13

Explore the Dinosaur Hall with a Museum Educator and learn about the fascinating world of dinosaurs.

Jigsaw Jam @ Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 90805 · Long Beach · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Michelle Obama Event Type: Entertainment Audience: Adults,Adults (55+ years) Contact Name: Staff Contact Phone:…

Rooted Workshop: Autumn Wreathmaking (SOLD OUT)

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Make a lovely autumnal wreath to celebrate the change of season using natural materials, including botanicals gathered in the gardens,…

Preschool Storytime @ Alamitos

Alamitos Neighborhood Library, 1836 E. Third St. 90802 · Long Beach · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Alamitos Event Type: Storytime Audience: Preschoolers (3-5 years) Contact Name: Children's Librarian Contact Phone: (562)…

ToddlerTime @ BJK Main

Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway 90802 · Long Beach · Ages 1–12

Library Location: Billie Jean King Event Type: Storytime Audience: Toddlers (1-3 years) Contact Name: Youth Services Librarian Contact…

Mindfulness Walk

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

New Volunteer Information Session

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Smart Start: Baby Band

Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room · Diamond Bar · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills.

Pochacco™'s Tissue Art

Hawthorne Library · Hawthorne · Ages 1–5

In-Person Event Pochacco™ is playful and always ready for fun.

Cinnamoroll™'s Pom-Pom Cafe

Gardena Mayme Dear Library · Gardena · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon.

Baby Band Practice

Leland R. Weaver Library - Meeting Room · South Gate · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills.

Stories and Crafts at the Venice Farmer's Market

Venice · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Join Elaine every second Friday at the Venice Farmer's Market for engaging stories, lively songs, and a fun sensory craft.

Play & Explore

Clifton M. Brakensiek Library - Meeting Room · Bellflower · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Build your child’s preliteracy, social skills, and motor skills with hands on activities.

Sensory Pick & Play Stations

Sunland - Tujunga · Los Angeles · Ages 1–12

Explore hands-on sensory bins designed to build fine motor and early learning skills.

Read With STAR Volunteer Megha

Fairfax · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer Megha.

Chinese Mahjong Open Play and Board Games

Palms - Rancho Park · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Join your friends and neighbors for Chinese Mahjong open play and more!

Read With STAR Volunteer Beverly

Van Nuys · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Children are invited to share the joy of storytelling and reading with our STAR volunteer.

Family Story Time

Buena Vista Branch Library · Burbank · Ages 5–12

Children ages 0-5 and their grownups are welcome to join us for our weekly story time filled with books, songs, rhymes, and lots of silly fun!

Welcome to the Library: Parents and Babies

Avalon Library · Avalon · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Help develop motor skills through playing with our collection of manipulative toys and board puzzles.

Creation Station

Avalon Library · Avalon · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program Stop by the library on Tuesdays and Fridays for a small art project!

Daddy & Me Storytime

West Hollywood Library - Children's Theater · West Hollywood · Ages 1–5

In-Person Event Enjoy special storytimes, arts & crafts, music, and playtimes designed to help children ages 0 - 5 build early learning…

Bilingual Storytime with Paletas @ Burnett

Burnett Neighborhood Library, 560 E. Hill St. 90806 · Long Beach · Ages 1–12

Library Location: Burnett Event Type: Arts and Crafts,Cultural Event,Storytime,Vida Latina Audience: Babies (under 1 year),Preschoolers…

Rainbow Parenting & Family Program: Self-Portrait Activity

Temple City Library - Meeting Room · Temple City · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Join us and help your child create a self-portrait using chipboard people cut outs.

Toddler Storytime @ Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 90805 · Long Beach · Ages 1–3

Library Location: Michelle Obama Event Type: Storytime Audience: Toddlers (1-3 years) Contact Name: Kory Contact Phone: (562) 570-1047…

Toddler Storytime @ Dana

Dana Neighborhood Library, 3680 Atlantic Ave. 90807 · Long Beach · Ages 1–5

Library Location: Dana Event Type: Storytime Audience: Babies (under 1 year),Preschoolers (3-5 years),Toddlers (1-3 years) Contact Name:…

Toddler Storytime @ El Dorado

El Dorado Neighborhood Library, 2900 Studebaker Rd. 90815 · Long Beach · Ages 1–3

Library Location: El Dorado Event Type: Storytime Audience: Toddlers (1-3 years) Contact Name: Librarian Contact Phone: 562-570-3136…

Preschool Storytime @ Bay Shore

Bay Shore Neighborhood Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave. 90803 · Long Beach · Ages 3–5

Library Location: Bay Shore Event Type: Storytime,Summer Activities Audience: Preschoolers (3-5 years) Contact Name: Anna Contact Email:…

Sound of Water

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surrounded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall, Japan depends on water…

Smarty Pants Storytime

Hermosa Beach Library · Hermosa Beach · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Gardena Mayme Dear Library - Meeting Room · Gardena · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

George Nye, Jr. Library · Lakewood · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Lawndale Library - Meeting Room · Lawndale · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Sunkist Library - Meeting Room · La Puente · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

La Cañada Flintridge Library · La Cañada Flintridge · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Carson Library · Carson · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

South El Monte Library · South El Monte · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room · San Gabriel · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Artesia Library - Meeting Room · Artesia · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Bell Express Library · Bell · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Duarte Library - Meeting Room · Duarte · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Pico Rivera Library · Pico Rivera · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Bell Gardens Library · Bell Gardens · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Chess Knights

La Pintoresca Branch Library · Pasadena · Ages 5–13

Library Location: La Pintoresca Branch Library Audience: Children,Tweens Event Type: Hobbies/Crafts/Games Kids, cultivate strategy and…

"Estranged Landscapte" by Yuntao Xu

Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station · Glendale · Ages 3–12

Sponsored by the Arts & Culture Commission "Estranged Landscape" is an immersive installation inspired by the surrounding mountains and…

8th Annual Culver City Arts Festival

Culver City Arts District (Washington Blvd) · Culver City · All ages

Free all-ages street festival in the Culver City Arts District with local artists and muralists, live music, food trucks and hands-on family activities.

Día de los Muertos Community Art Workshop #2: Calavera Masks

East Los Angeles Library (Community Room) · Los Angeles · Ages 3–13

Free family art workshop at the East Los Angeles Library community room, part of Self Help Graphics & Art's Día de los Muertos community workshop series.

Six Flags Magic Mountain Fright Fest

Six Flags Magic Mountain · Valencia · $$ · Ages 10–13

Fright Fest at Six Flags Magic Mountain, Sep 18 - Nov 1: daytime family-friendly park hours with shows and trick-or-treating, haunted…

Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch

Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch, 10100 Jefferson Blvd · Los Angeles · $$ · All ages

in West Los Angeles: pumpkins, a hay maze, carnival rides, pony rides, and family photo spots.

Tanaka Farms Pumpkin Patch

Tanaka Farms · Irvine · $$ · All ages

Irvine Pumpkin Patch at Tanaka Farms: pumpkin picking, wagon rides, and farm activities.

Fall Fantasy Book Faire 2026

Autry Museum of the American West (Lawn) · Los Angeles · Ticketed · Ages 3–13

Two-day family-friendly fantasy celebration on the Autry Museum lawn in Griffith Park, hosted by Dragons & Dreams: Fantasy Events.

Shakespeare Bridge Centennial Celebration

Shakespeare Bridge (Franklin Avenue) · Los Angeles · All ages

Free community celebration of the 100th birthday of the Shakespeare Bridge in Los Feliz, hosted by the Franklin Hills Residents Association.

Los Rios Rancho Apple U-Pick

Los Rios Rancho · Oak Glen · All ages

Apple U-Pick at Los Rios Rancho in Oak Glen.

Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show

Gate 17 · Pomona · Ages 3–12

The Pomona Swap Meet & Classic Car Show is held seven times per year.

Underwood Family Farms Fall Harvest Festival

Underwood Family Farms · Moorpark · $$ · All ages

annual Fall Harvest Festival at Underwood Family Farms in Moorpark: corn maze, pumpkin patch, farm animals, and kids' activities.

RailGiants Train Museum

Gate 17 · Pomona · Ages 3–12

the Los Angeles County Fairgrounds in Pomona, California is a historical journey back to the glory days of the American Railroad.

Gilchrist Farm Harvest Festival & Pumpkin Patch

Gilchrist Farm · Santa Clarita · All ages

Santa Clarita's harvest festival and pumpkin patch: wagon rides, a corn maze, farm animals, apple cannons, pony rides and a pumpkin patch, plus a farm store.

Fall Book Sale

Carson Library · Carson · Ages 3–12

In-Person Program Join us for our annual Fall Book Sale!

WriteGirl Neighborhood Workshop

The Wende Museum’s Community Center · Culver City · Ages 10–13

Uncover the power of poetry as we explore different styles of poetry and ways that poems can express your unique voice!

Early Morning Bird Walk: World Migratory Day (SOLD OUT)

Los Angeles Zoo · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Mavis Pusey: Mobile Images Member Preview

Hammer Museum · Los Angeles · Ages 3–12

Members Mavis Pusey: Mobile Images Member Preview Members can experience the exhibition before it opens to the public, along with up to four guests.

ZooQuest: Dress Code

Los Angeles Zoo · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

the creators of the nation-wide hit Locked Zoo, the L.A. Zoo presents Zoo Quest: Dress Code - the Zoo's second edition of the popular escape-room inspired event.

Fall Exhibitions Celebration

Hammer Museum · Los Angeles · Ages 3–12

Special Programs Fall Exhibitions Celebration Celebrate a pair of retrospectives featuring two prolific and trailblazing abstract artists,…

Aquarium of the Pacific 5K Run/Walk

Aquarium of the Pacific · Long Beach · Ages 5–12

Sun, Oct 11 2026, All day

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium · San Pedro · Ages 5–12

Pumpkin Painting for Babies

Lomita Library - Meeting Room · Lomita · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program It's fall, y'all! Join us for a fun pumpkin painting where we can only use our fingers and forks to paint! This fun…

Friends of La Crescenta Library Book Sale: General Public

La Crescenta Library - Meeting Room · La Crescenta-Montrose · Ages 3–12

In-Person Program Friends of La Crescenta Library Book Sale.

Toddler Art Hour

A C Bilbrew Library - Activity Room · Los Angeles · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Explore your child's creativity and help strengthen their fine motor skills through art.

Create, Connect and Celebrate with Hello Kitty® and Friends

Diamond Bar Library - Meeting Room · Diamond Bar · Ages 3–12

In-Person Event Celebrate friendship and creativity with Hello Kitty® and Friends.

Adventure Magic Show

Artesia Library - Children's Area · Artesia · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program Magic is in the air this October at the Artesia Library.

LA’s Garden

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens.

Carved

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

Brand Associates Docent Tour of Brand Library & Art Center

Brand Library & Art Center · Glendale · Ages 3–12

this tour, Dr. Valerie Taylor will share information about the history of Brand Library as well as the renovation and historic restoration…

Baby Party!

Buena Vista Branch Library · Burbank · Ages 5–12

For Babies Under 12 Months and Their Caregivers Play, explore and make new friends!

Keroppi™'s Donut Pond Paper Craft

La Cañada Flintridge Library - Meeting Room · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 1–5

In-Person Event Keroppi™ lives at Donut Pond, where every day brings something new to explore.

Keroppi™'s Donut Pond Paper Craft

La Puente Library - Meeting Room · La Puente · Ages 5–12

In-Person Event Keroppi™ lives at Donut Pond, where every day brings something new to explore.

Hello Kitty® and Friends Scavenger Hunt

Lancaster Library · Lancaster · Ages 3–12

In-Person Program Hello Kitty® and Friends are exploring the library!

Baby Storytime

La Puente Library - Meeting Room · La Puente · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Eastern Armenian Storytime

Glendale Central Library · Glendale · Ages 1–12

Enjoy an Eastern Armenian language picture book read-aloud session with rhymes, poems, letter-learning, and games.

Jewel City Concert Series

Artsakh Paseo · Glendale · Ages 3–12

Voz Bohemia Enjoy a night of Bolero and Ranchera music featuring Voz Bohemia on Saturday, October 10 at 5:00 PM. The Jewel City Concert…

Howl-o-ween Photobooth! @ Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 90805 · Long Beach · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Michelle Obama Event Type: Entertainment Audience: All Ages Contact Name: STAFF Contact Phone: 562-570-1047 Department:…

Pumpkin Craft & Spooky Movie!

Santa Catalina Branch Library · Pasadena · Ages 5–13

Library Location: Santa Catalina Branch Library Audience: Teens,Tweens Event Type: Film,Hobbies/Crafts/Games Have fun decorating a little…

3D Animation & Holiday Film @ The Miller Rm

Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway, Long Beach, CA, 90802 · Long Beach · Ages 5–13

Library Location: Billie Jean King,Miller Room Event Type: Entertainment,Movies and Film Audience: Adults,Adults (55+ years),School-age…

Mini Piñatas @ Mark Twain

Mark Twain Neighborhood Library, 1401 E. Anaheim St. 90813 · Long Beach · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Mark Twain Event Type: Arts and Crafts,Cultural Event,Vida Latina Audience: All Ages Contact Name: Library Staff Contact…

Monarch Suncatchers @ Brewitt

Brewitt Neighborhood Library, 4036 E. Anaheim St. 90804 · Long Beach · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Brewitt Event Type: Arts and Crafts,Cultural Event,Vida Latina Audience: All Ages Contact Name: Librarian Contact Email:…

Baila Baila Bilingual Show

Claremont Helen Renwick Library - Meeting Room · Claremont · $ · Ages 1–12

In-Person Program Join us in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with Baila Baila!

Read With STAR Reader Denise

Brentwood · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Children are invited to share the joy of reading with our STAR volunteer Denise.

Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio

Culver City Julian Dixon Library - Meeting Room · Culver City · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style.

Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio

La Mirada Library - Meeting Room · La Mirada · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style.

Kuromi™'s Pixel Studio

Bell Gardens Library · Bell Gardens · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program Kuromi™ loves showing off her bold style.

Create Music with Synth Kits

Cudahy Library · Cudahy · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program Rock out with our Synth Kits!

Create Your Own Mini Book

San Gabriel Library - Meeting Room · San Gabriel · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program Celebrate Let Freedom Read Day with us as we create mini books of our favorite titles.

Teen Read Month: Envelope Bookmarks

Norwalk Library - Meeting Room · Norwalk · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program October is Teen Read Month!

Fiber Arts Club for Teens

Carson Library · Carson · Ages 10–13

In Person Program Learn a new skill such as crocheting, knitting, embroidery, or cross stitch, or brush up on an existing skill, with like-minded crafty teens!

Cinnamoroll™'s Charm Cafe

La Cañada Flintridge Library · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program Cinnamoroll™ loves welcoming friends to Cafe Cinnamon.

Wild Man Dan Show: Poisonous vs. Venomous

Sorensen Library - Meeting Room · Whittier · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program Join us for a creepy-crawly, slithering animal adventure!

Hispanic Heritage Month: Escaramuza Puppets

Hawthorne Library - Meeting Room · Hawthorne · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program Escaramuza is an exclusively female event in Charrería, Mexican rodeo.

Cinnamoroll™'s Art Cafe

Duarte Library - Meeting Room · Duarte · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original…

Cinnamoroll™’s Art Cafe

Walnut Library - Meeting Room · Walnut · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program Visit Cinnamoroll™’s cozy cafe where you can paint your favorite Hello Kitty® and Friends character or create an original…

Kuromi™'s Charm Studio

Masao W. Satow Library - Study Room · Hawthorne · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program Kuromi™ loves adding her unique style to everything she does.

Hello Kitty® and Friends: Friendship Bracelets

Lancaster Library · Lancaster · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program Hello Kitty® reminds us that friendship begins with kindness.

Welcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies

Compton Library - Meeting Room · Compton · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program New parents, join us at a special program designed for you.

Water & Power Storytime

Glendale Central Library · Glendale · Ages 1–12

Join us for a fun visit with a Glendale Water & Power staff, stories, and a STEAM activity as we celebrate Public Power & Water Professionals week!

Learn Dungeons and Dragons at the Library

Avalon Library · Avalon · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program We are starting our own Dungeons and Dragons club at the library!

Kuromi™'s Charm Studio

El Monte Library - Meeting Room · El Monte · Ages 10–13

In-Person Program Kuromi™ loves adding her unique style to everything she does.

Zumba

Lamanda Park Branch Library · Pasadena · $ · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Lamanda Park Branch Library Audience: Adults,Adults 50+ Event Type: Health & Wellness Join us for Zumba, a great way to…

Sensory Playtime

Hyde Park · Los Angeles · Ages 1–12

for babies and toddlers with fun sensory toys in a safe atmosphere.

Book Club @ Los Altos

Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 Britton Dr. 90815 · Long Beach · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Los Altos Event Type: Books, Authors, and Writing,Summer Activities Audience: Adults,Adults (55+ years) Contact Name:…

Dinosaur Encounters

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County · Los Angeles · Included with admission · Ages 3–12

Live theater performance where dinosaurs come to life through large-scale puppets.

Vida Latina Book Club for Adults @ Alamitos

Alamitos Neighborhood Library, 1836 E. Third St. 90802 · Long Beach · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Alamitos Event Type: Books, Authors, and Writing,Cultural Event,Vida Latina Audience: Adults,Adults (55+ years) Contact…

Dinosaur Hall Tour

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County · Los Angeles · Included with admission · Ages 3–13

Explore the Dinosaur Hall with a Museum Educator and learn about the fascinating world of dinosaurs.

Junk Journaling @ BJK Main

Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway 90802 · Long Beach · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Billie Jean King Event Type: Arts and Crafts Audience: Adults,Adults (55+ years) Contact Name: Librarian Contact Email:…

Breast Cancer Survival Manual

Linda Vista Branch Library · Pasadena · Ages 3–12

Library Location: Linda Vista Branch Library Audience: Adults,Adults 50+,Emerging Adults (18-24) Event Type: Education/Development Local…

Mindfulness Walk

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

A mindfulness walk is an invitation to get quiet and pay attention to the here and now.

New Volunteer Information Session

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Interested in volunteering at Descanso? Information sessions for new volunteers will be held over Zoom and will describe Descanso’s…

Rooted Workshop: Autumn Wreathmaking (SOLD OUT)

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Make a lovely autumnal wreath to celebrate the change of season using natural materials, including botanicals gathered in the gardens,…

Family Storytime @ Bay Shore

Bay Shore Neighborhood Library, 195 Bay Shore Ave. 90803 · Long Beach · Ages 1–12

Library Location: Bay Shore Event Type: Storytime,Summer Activities Audience: Preschoolers (3-5 years),School-age (6-12 years),Toddlers…

Planetarium Pajama Party!

Sunkist Library · La Puente · $ · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program Step inside our inflatable planetarium for a cozy storytime featuring Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are!

Pochacco™'s Tissue Art

Rosemead Library - Meeting Room · Rosemead · Ages 1–5

In-Person Event Pochacco™ is playful and always ready for fun.

Topanga Junior Crafters Club

Topanga Library - Meeting Room · Topanga · Ages 5–12

In-Person Program Do you knit, or crochet?

Family Art Studio

Skirball Cultural Center · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Dungeons and Dragons

Burbank Central Library · Burbank · Ages 10–13

Roll for initiative! Join us for epic adventures and questionable hijinks! Beginners and experienced teen players welcome. The world's most…

Chess on Saturday Mornings

John C. Fremont · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Storytime in the Nature Garden

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County · Los Angeles · Included with admission · Ages 1–5

Interactive storytime in the Nature Gardens for caregivers and children ages 0-5, led by Museum Educators.

Saturday Storytime: Ocean

Jefferson Branch Library · Pasadena · Ages 1–5

Library Location: Jefferson Branch Library Audience: Infants and/or Toddlers,Preschool Event Type: Storytime Join us for stories, songs,…

STAR Reader Miss Liz

Valley Plaza · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

STAR Volunteers read and tell stories with children at the library.

The Bug Gals

Brentwood · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

B.A.R.K. @ Brewitt

Brewitt Neighborhood Library, 4036 E. Anaheim St. 90804 · Long Beach · Ages 5–12

Library Location: Brewitt Event Type: Reading Program,Summer Activities Audience: School-age (6-12 years) Contact Name: Librarian Contact…

National Coming Out Day

Memorial Park 85 E. Holly St. Pasadena CA 91103 · Pasadena · Ages 5–13

Audience: Adults,Adults 50+,Children,Emerging Adults (18-24),Family (0-12),Teens,Tweens Event Type: Celebrations Join us as we commemorate…

Ofrenda Nicho Box and Flower Making

Hastings Branch Library · Pasadena · Ages 5–13

Library Location: Hastings Branch Library Audience: Adults,Adults 50+,Children,Emerging Adults (18-24),Teens,Tweens Event Type: Arts &…

The Bug Gals

Pio Pico - Koreatown · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

An interactive bug meet and greet, explaining facts about different insects and arachnids while presenting live bugs.

Afternoon Journaling at Central Library

Central Library · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Bring along your notebooks or planners, and join us for a time of relaxation with journaling!

Celebrate Diwali: Bollywood Dance

Lincoln Heights · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Bollywood dance comprises different flavors of dancing.

Craftin' Kids @ BJK Main

Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway 90802 · Long Beach · Ages 5–12

Library Location: Billie Jean King Event Type: Arts and Crafts Audience: School-age (6-12 years) Contact Name: Youth Services Librarian…

Mexican Regional Dance Workshop @ Bach

Bach Neighborhood Library, 4055 N. Bellflower Blvd. 90808 · Long Beach · Ages 5–12

Library Location: Bach Event Type: Cultural Event,Entertainment,Health and Wellness,Vida Latina Audience: School-age (6-12 years) Contact…

Dealing with Breast Cancer, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Lamanda Park Branch Library · Pasadena · Ages 5–12

Library Location: Lamanda Park Branch Library Audience: Adults,Adults 50+,Emerging Adults (18-24) Event Type: Health & Wellness A…

Loteria, Prizes, and Pan Dulce

Westchester - Loyola Village · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Join us in the Community Room to celebrate Latino Heritage Month with a fun afternoon of lotería, prizes, and pan dulce.

LEGO® Club

Burbank Central Library · Burbank · Ages 5–12

Drop in and build! Stop by the Central Library and spend time designing and building with LEGO® bricks. Families and kids are invited to…

Play and Explore

View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library · Los Angeles · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity!

Play and Explore

Carson Library · Carson · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Come join us for a morning of play, curiosity, and creativity!

Youth Chess Club

Bell Gardens Library · Bell Gardens · Ages 5–13

In-Person Program Are you interested in chess?

Seed To Supper: Building Climate Resistance (Online)

Hastings Branch Library; Zoom.com · Pasadena · Ages 10–13

Library Location: Hastings Branch Library Online Location: Zoom.com Audience: Adults,Adults 50+,Emerging Adults (18-24),Teens,Tweens Event…

Club Graphite @ Michelle Obama

Michelle Obama Neighborhood Library, 5870 Atlantic Ave. 90805 · Long Beach · Ages 10–13

Library Location: Michelle Obama Event Type: Arts and Crafts,Summer Activities Audience: Adults,Adults (55+ years),Teens,Tweens (10-12…

Leatherface Book Cover Workshop @ The Studio

Billie Jean King Main Library, 200 W. Broadway 90802 · Long Beach · Ages 10–13

Library Location: Billie Jean King,The Studio Event Type: Arts and Crafts,STEM and STEAM Audience: Adults,Adults (55+ years),Teens Contact…

Perler Beads @ Los Altos

Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 E. Britton Dr. 90815 · Long Beach · Ages 10–13

Library Location: Los Altos Event Type: Arts and Crafts Audience: Adults,Teens Contact Name: Library Staff Contact Email:…

Beginner Crochet Workshop @ Dana

Dana Neighborhood Library, 3680 Atlantic Ave. 90807 · Long Beach · Ages 10–13

Library Location: Dana Event Type: Arts and Crafts Audience: Adults,Teens,Tweens (10-12 years) Contact Name: Lauren Nguyen Contact Phone:…

Sound of Water

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surrounded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall, Japan depends on water…

Smarty Pants Storytime

Temple City Library - Meeting Room · Temple City · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Avalon Library · Avalon · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Maywood Library · Maywood · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Smarty Pants Storytime

Compton Library · Compton · $ · Ages 1–5

In-Person Program Let’s get ready for school!

Build & Play!

Pacific Park Library · Glendale · All ages

Join us for self-directed play as you construct tracks for trains or test your engineering skills with the library's building toys.

Scavenger Hunt @ Los Altos

Los Altos Neighborhood Library, 5614 E. Britton Dr. 90815 · Long Beach · Ages 1–12

Library Location: Los Altos Event Type: Entertainment,Summer Activities Audience: Preschoolers (3-5 years),School-age (6-12 years),Toddlers…

"Estranged Landscapte" by Yuntao Xu

Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station · Glendale · Ages 3–12

Sponsored by the Arts & Culture Commission "Estranged Landscape" is an immersive installation inspired by the surrounding mountains and…

Artifacts from an Unborn Empire

Brand Library & Art Center · Glendale · Ages 10–13

Exhibition at Brand Library & Art Center 'Artifacts from an Unborn Empire' gathers artists to reconsider how civilizations are formed and who gets to define them.

Feria de los Moles 2026 (The Mole Fair)

Gloria Molina Grand Park · Los Angeles · All ages

edition of the free Mexican food and culture festival at Gloria Molina Grand Park, with more than 80 food vendors, culinary seminars, live…

Six Flags Magic Mountain Fright Fest

Six Flags Magic Mountain · Valencia · $$ · Ages 10–13

Fright Fest at Six Flags Magic Mountain, Sep 18 - Nov 1: daytime family-friendly park hours with shows and trick-or-treating, haunted…

Fairplex Garden Railroad

Fairplex Garden Railroad · Pomona · Ages 3–12

The Fairplex Garden Railroad is open to the public on the second Sunday of each month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. (weather permitting).

Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch

Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch, 10100 Jefferson Blvd · Los Angeles · $$ · All ages

in West Los Angeles: pumpkins, a hay maze, carnival rides, pony rides, and family photo spots.

Tanaka Farms Pumpkin Patch

Tanaka Farms · Irvine · $$ · All ages

Irvine Pumpkin Patch at Tanaka Farms: pumpkin picking, wagon rides, and farm activities.

Master Gardener’s Grow LA Vegetable Gardening Class

The Farm at Fairplex · Pomona · Ages 3–12

Get Growing! Get Certified! Dig In with UC's Grow LA Gardens initiative Discover how gardening is easy, fun, and rewarding. Turn your…

Los Rios Rancho Apple U-Pick

Los Rios Rancho · Oak Glen · All ages

Apple U-Pick at Los Rios Rancho in Oak Glen.

Public Broadcast Stereo

The Wende Museum’s Community Center · Culver City · Ages 3–12

Helix Collective performs the most iconic music written for public broadcasting.

Underwood Family Farms Fall Harvest Festival

Underwood Family Farms · Moorpark · $$ · All ages

annual Fall Harvest Festival at Underwood Family Farms in Moorpark: corn maze, pumpkin patch, farm animals, and kids' activities.

Gilchrist Farm Harvest Festival & Pumpkin Patch

Gilchrist Farm · Santa Clarita · All ages

Santa Clarita's harvest festival and pumpkin patch: wagon rides, a corn maze, farm animals, apple cannons, pony rides and a pumpkin patch, plus a farm store.

Samizdat Sundays

The Wende Museum’s Community Center · Culver City · Ages 3–12

As featured in the Los Angeles Times , join us for Samizdat Sundays , hands‑on textile workshops inspired by the spirit of creative…

Sunday, October 11 Flamingo Mingle 10:30 am Gorilla Talk 11:00 am Chimp Chat 12:30 pm

Los Angeles Zoo · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Curator Walk-through: Mavis Pusey: Mobile Images

Hammer Museum · Los Angeles · Ages 3–12

Tours & Talks Curator Walk-through: Mavis Pusey: Mobile Images Curatorial assistants Jessi DiTillio and Kiki Teshome lead a walk-through of…

Curator Walk-through: Huguette Caland: A Life in Few Lines

Hammer Museum · Los Angeles · Ages 3–12

Tours & Talks Curator Walk-through: Huguette Caland: A Life in Few Lines Exhibition curator Hannah Feldman leads a walk-through of the exhibition.

Photographers Night

Aquarium of the Pacific · Long Beach · Ages 5–12

Chimp Chat

Chimpanzees of the Mahale Mountains seating area · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

What’s new with our chimp troop? Chat with Zoo staff about chimps to see what’s new and who’s who in our chimp family. Recommended for all…

LA’s Garden

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Curated by Rosten Woo, LA’s Garden explores the hidden stories rooted in the beauty of Descanso Gardens.

Carved

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Come discover a mesmerizing pumpkin wonderland featuring a new route, and even more pumpkin fun!

Dinosaur Encounters

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County · Los Angeles · Included with admission · Ages 3–12

Live theater performance where dinosaurs come to life through large-scale puppets.

Dinosaur Hall Tour

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County · Los Angeles · Included with admission · Ages 3–13

Explore the Dinosaur Hall with a Museum Educator and learn about the fascinating world of dinosaurs.

Family Art Studio

Skirball Cultural Center · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Storytime in the Nature Garden

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County · Los Angeles · Included with admission · Ages 1–5

Interactive storytime in the Nature Gardens for caregivers and children ages 0-5, led by Museum Educators.

The Bug Gals

Robertson · Los Angeles · Ages 5–12

Celebrate LA Nature Quest with the Bug Gals at an interactive bug meet-and-greet.

Sound of Water

Descanso Gardens · La Cañada Flintridge · Ages 5–12

Water has long shaped life in Japan. As an island nation surrounded by the sea and nourished by abundant rainfall, Japan depends on water…

"Estranged Landscapte" by Yuntao Xu

Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station · Glendale · Ages 3–12

Sponsored by the Arts & Culture Commission "Estranged Landscape" is an immersive installation inspired by the surrounding mountains and…