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4/26/24 - By Toby B

Looking for the best things to do in Los Angeles this weekend? Here are some of our favorite events and activities to add to your list this weekend

No need to search for your Disney favorites: they're skating up a storm in Disney on Ice: Mickey's Search Party. Monterey Park is positively pink with its Cherry Blossom Festival. Plus, there's no hiding from the glow of talent, which is on full display at The Music Center's Very Special Arts Festival Family Day. 

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Set sail with American Girl. Photo courtesy of City Cruises

Best Things To Do This Weekend in Los Angeles

Celebrate Earth Day with Fraggle Rock

Fairfax - FREE
Thursday, April 25
Go down in Fraggle Rock on Earth Day for fun with friends old and new and get Back to the Rock. Plus, enjoy a special performance by The BeatBuds. READ MORE

Disney on Ice: Mickey's Search Party (Long Beach)

Long Beach
Thursday - Sunday, April 25 - 28
Mickey Mouse and his pals explore fantastic worlds as they search for Tinker Bell in this new Disney on Ice show. Their search takes them on an icy adventure through the spirit realm of Coco, the pacific waters of Moana, Elsa's Frozen wonderland and more. READ MORE

Family Night at Columbia Memorial Space Center

Downey - FREE
Friday, April 26
Columbia Memorial Space Center hosts a night of fun and games one Friday each month. READ MORE

Arts & Literacy Festival

Santa Monica - FREE
Saturday, April 27
Beep bop book: this year's Arts & Literacy Festival is robot-themed! READ MORE

The Music Center's Very Special Arts Festival Family Day

DTLA - FREE
Saturday, April 27
The Music Center's Very Special Arts Festival Family Day is an annual event celebrating the artistic achievements of students of all ages and abilities. The free, inclusive community festival allows Angelenos of all abilities and ages and their families to celebrate the artist in all of us through free performances and family-friendly art making activities READ MORE

American Girl Shop & Sail Event with City Cruises

Century City
Saturday, April 27
Make an unforgettable memory at this shop and sail event, perfect for girls and their beloved American Girl dolls. The fun begins with a shopping spree at the American Girl Store in the Westfield Century City. Then, shoppers will be transported by Shuttle Bus to Marina del Rey to embark on a brunch cruise with City Cruises around the harbor. READ MORE

South Pasadena Eclectic Music Festival and Art Walk

South Pasadena - FREE
Saturday, April 27
The South Pasadena Eclectic Music Festival and Art Walk brings music and art to the streets of South Pasadena. READ MORE

Whale of a Day (New Date)

Rancho Palos Verdes - FREE
Saturday, April 27
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 and the grounds of the Point Vicente Lighthouse. READ MORE

Family Nature Club

Griffith Park - FREE
Saturday, April 27
The LA Zoo partners with the LA Department of Recreation & Parks for Family Nature Club. Kids spend the morning enjoying loosely structured outdoor play – exploring nature through art, building, observation, and imagination. READ MORE

Special Musical Storytime at Vroman's

Pasadena - FREE
Saturday, April 27
Ten terrific rabbits bounce off the pages of Sandra Boynton's The Bunny Rabbit Show, and into little ones' imaginations. Students and faculty from the Pasadena Conservatory of Music put on a musical storytime show for Caregivers and children aged 3-9 with fun activities and crafts.   READ MORE

Downey Unified Mariachi Music Festival

Downey - FREE
Saturday, April 27
Groove to Mariachi at this free event presented by Grammy award-winner, Lupita Infante on April 27. Various Southern Californian Mariachi groups from high schools and colleges in the area perform on-stage. After the performances, Lupita Infante will take the stage to close out the evening.  READ MORE

11th Annual Earth Day Celebration (New Date)

Tarzana - FREE
Saturday, April 27
Tarzana's annual Earth Day Celebration encourages families to go wild and create habitats with native plants. Highlights include climb and bounce activities, Critter Squad, and face painting. READ MORE

Street Food Cinema 2024

Griffith Park
Starts Saturday, April 27
It's good Kenough:  Street Food Cinema opens its 2024 with a screening of Barbie under the stars at the Autry Museum. READ MORE

Cherry Blossom Festival (Monterey Park)

Monterey Park - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, April 27 & 28
Monterey Park's Cherry Blossom Festival returns to Barnes Park for its 24th year, offering attendees the chance to see, hear, and taste a bit of Japanese and Japanese American culture. READ MORE

Earth Day Teen Climate Fest (Aquarium of the Pacific)

Long Beach
Saturday & Sunday, April 27 & 28
About 70% of the Earth's surface is covered by water, so what better place to celebrate Earth Day than the Aquarium of the Pacific?  This year's event is inspired and created by young leaders. The Teen Climate Fest features displays, activities, and presentations with an emphasis on sustainable art that demonstrates how we can make a difference in our communities and for the planet. READ MORE

Puppet Festival

Brentwood
Sunday, April 28
The Skirball celebrates the art of puppetry during this festive day of performances, art making, and new and classic tales told through marionettes, shadow, and full-body puppets. READ MORE

Cinco de Mayo Family Day

DTLA - FREE
Sunday, April 28
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a fun and free family day featuring theatrical performances, music, hands-on workshops, and more. Guest performers include DJ Ani & DJ Sol. READ MORE

Dutch King's Day

Long Beach
Sunday, April 28
LA's Dutch Community dresses up in orange to celebrate the birthday of King Willem Alexander of the Netherlands, in an enchanting Amsterdam-style outdoor celebration. Dutch King's Day is a national holiday in the Netherlands and is observed by the Dutch around the globe. The largest Orange Party in Southern California is held this year at the POA Gemmrig Park in Long Beach. READ MORE

Active Streets Mission-to-Mission

South Pasadena - FREE
Sunday, April 28
The San Gabriel Valley's open streets event returns with a new name and a new route.  "626 Golden Streets" is now "Active Streets"; 2024's inaugural event is Mission-to-Mission, which opens a 5-mile route through the communities of South Pasadena, Alhambra, and San Gabriel. READ MORE

Family Celebration Day for Kids Mental Health

Glendale - FREE
Sunday, April 28
Family Celebration Day for Kids Mental Health raises awareness for child mental health, with a fun, impactful event. The outdoor family festival features activities for all ages, including a storybook reading, a conversation station, yoga and wellness sessions, sports skills activities, a crafting station, a friendship bracelet station, a positivity mirror, and more. READ MORE

Chess Sundays

Santa Monica - FREE
Sunday, April 28
It's your move: chess players of all ages and levels are invited for weekly casual play on the 1200 Block of Third Street Promenade. READ MORE

Places featured in this article:

Virginia Avenue Park
Jerry Moss Plaza at The Music Center
Griffiths Middle School
Tarzana Recreation Center
Rotating locations, including the Autry Museum
Multiple Locations, including South Pasadena City Hall
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