Things to do in Los Angeles with the kids during this weekend
Winter Fest: SOCAL'S ULTIMATE WINTER FESTIVAL
Experience the Christmas effect at the OC Fair and Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, California 92626 from 2:00pm to 11:00pm on Friday, December 22, 2017, from 12:00pm to 11:00pm on Saturday, December 23, 2017,from 11:00am to 7:00 pm on Sunday, December 24, 2017.
Contact-657-333-2520 or
Winter Fest is a Spectacular Family Fun and Date Night Charm.Featuring ice tubing down an 8 lane, 150 foot mountain, massive snow play and slide area with separate areas for toddlers and kids with fresh snow blown in daily, ice skating on SoCal’s largest outdoor ice rink under the stars in the middle of Winter Fest OC, nightly Christmas tree lighting celebration with a parade of the Winter Fest OC characters, fireworks and snow flurries, plus a not to be missed experience with Santa and his reindeer flying over the fairgrounds through Christmas Eve, an all-new Alpine Village with a new light maze and new wintery attractions, over 20 carnival rides and attractions, festive entertainment, seasonal eateries, visits with Santa and so much more.Penny's Snow Play is SoCal’s largest snow play and slides with fresh snow blown in daily just for toddlers to play in the snow. Kids can enjoy the Model Train Exhibit, Snowmazing Maze, Live Entertainment and Meet and Greets, Snowflake Summit, Nightly Fireworks, Outdoor Ice Rink, Nightly Snowfall and Tree Lighting, Nightly Holiday Parade, Candy Cane Carnival, World’s Largest Rocking Horse, World’s Largest Ornament, Meet and Greet with Santa, Santa's Petting Zoo, Family NYE Countdown Celebration, Winter Bounce Houses, Snowboard Simulator, Face Painting, Slippery Slope Ski Lodge, Holiday Candies and Treats and Seasonal Foods and Holiday Cocktails. The unlimited ride wristband starts at $20, entry fee is $12 for children of the age 3-12 years, $17 for adults.
Festival Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker
A cherished holiday classic that is perfect for all ages, The Nutcracker presented by Festival Ballet Theatre will taking place at Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA 92612 until Sunday, December 24, 2017 at various times.
Create holiday memories for your family by sharing the magic of The Nutcracker.Festival Ballet Theatre’s family-friendly breathtaking production features superb colorful scenery and dazzling costumes, which make this age-old tradition sparkle like new. Be swept away by Tchaikovsky’s iconic score as the Sugar Plum Fairy, our heroine Clara, and a cast of hundreds take you on a magical journey to mystical lands. This full-length traditional production is choreographed and directed by Festival Ballet Theatre’s Artistic Director, SalwaRizkalla, and features world-renowned guest artists, professional company dancers, and exceptional young talent from across the Southland. Little ones are welcome to join the Nutcracker Tea Party, a pre-show event before select performances. Guests will enjoy tea, lemonade, finger sandwiches and sweet treats with Clara herself, champagne for the grown-ups as well. Clara will join in as the story of the Nutcracker ballet and the magical adventure is told. Expect a special appearance by the Nutcracker Prince and his archenemy, the Mouse King, too. There will be photo opportunities and a party favor for each guest included. Ticket price will range from $ 42 to $ 55.
Cirque Du Soleil: LUZIA
Ever dreamt of being in Mexico the step in at the Dodger Stadium, 1000 VIN Scully Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90012from Friday to Monday, December 22, 2017 to Monday, December 25, 2017 at various times.
Contact- 1-877-924-7783
LUZIA is nothing less than a dream world; it is a miniature imaginary Mexico where kids would feel like walking into a dream. On this destination see the light quenches the spirit and rain which soothes the soul. With a surrealistic array of majestic visual surprises and out of this world acrobatic performances, LUZIA lets you see check so many places on to the stage. Mexico and its heritage taken from both tradition and modernity from its tip to toe is what you can get here. Kids of the age 5 and up are welcome. The price ranges from $50 - $165.
North Pole Express 2017
North Pole ExpressFillmore and Western Railway, 364 Main Street, Fillmore, CA 93015 until Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at 6:00 pm
Contact: 805-524-2546 or email
All aboard! Hop onboard the vintage train ride to the North Pole. It takes 1 hour ride to the North pole to pick up Santa and enjoy cookies and chocolate milk, sing Christmas carols and listen to a Christmas story. The whole family is encouraged to wear their pajamas and bring your Christmas spirit for the trip to the North Pole. Dress warm and wear a proper shoe and do not forget to bring your camera to take pictures with Santa after you return from the North Pole in Santa’s specially decorated railcar. Vendors will be on site so you may purchase some unique gifts for your loved ones. Tickets will cost $ 30 for adults, $ 20 for children (2-12) and free for children 23 months and under on an adult lap.
The Long Beach Ballet’s - The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker will be performing at the Long Beach Terrace Theater, 300 E. Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA on Saturday, December 22, 2017 at 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm, Saturday, December 23, 2017 at 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm and Sunday, December 24, 2017 at 1:00 pm.
Contact:1-800-745-3000
The Nutcracker will be performed at the elegant Long Beach Terrace Theater. The Long Beach Ballet’s Artistic Director, David Wilcox, pulled out all the stops for the 35th production of the classical tale. This production boasts a full symphony orchestra, a flying sleigh, a real live horse, on-stage pyrotechnics, and a cast of over 200. Families will enjoy the enchanting scenery created by former Disney designers Elliot Hessayon and Scott Schaffer, the detailed costumes designed by Australian artist Adrian Clark, and special effects by magician Franz Harary.This year’s guest artists in the roles of the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Nutcracker Prince include Vanessa Zahorian, principal ballerina with the San Francisco Ballet, Seth Orza, principal male dancer with Pacific Northwest Ballet, and Sarah RicardOrza, soloist with Pacific Northwest Ballet. Ticket price ranges from $ 34 to $ 78.
Curling Pop Up in Downtown Burbank
This event will take place atThe Rink in Downtown Burbank, 150 N 3rd St Burbank, California 91502on Sunday, December 24, 2017 9:00am to 9:50am.
Contact: (818) 850-6692
Hollywood Curling, LA County’s only organization keen to the sport, has come forward to put up a curling pop-up at The Rink in Downtown Burbank. You can spend some time and linger there with kids, while they can learn the basics and throw a single stone, or attend the full one hour and practice morewith the in-depth instruction. A great team of experienced curlers on hand are ready to coach and all the equipment you’ll need are available just at five bucks! It is advisable that you come dressed in comfortable clothing and flat-soled shoes. This event is ideal for kids of the age 7 and up. General Admission costs $ 15.
Winter Zoo Camp
Spend time with animal friends at theSanta Barbara Zoo, 500 Ninos Drive, Santa Barbara, California 93103on Friday, December 22, 2017 from 9:00am to 3:00pm.
Contact- (805) 962-5339 or
The Santa Barbara Zoo’s award-winning Zoo Camp has featured a Winter Breaking special event for your kids. During this weekend they open their gates featuring age-appropriate themed programs for children and it includes games, behind-the-scenes visits, up-close animal introductions, hands-on science, and crafts. This event is appropriate for kids of the age 3 to 12. The price for general admission- half a day costs $42 and $55 for full day. The price for SB Zoo Members- $37 for half a day, $50 for full day.
Kiddee Matinees
Watch a kiddee movie at the New Beverly Cinema, 7165 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90036on Saturday and Sunday, December 23 - 24, 2017 at 2:00 pm.
Contact- 323.938.4038
The best way to cherish Christmas weekend is to watch movies that are totally based on this season. Spend quality time with kids as you watch a matinee screening of a kid-friendly movie at the New Beverly Cinema. Will Ferrell delivers one of his best performances as Buddy the Elf, who comes all the way from the North Pole to New York City. This film is loaded with adventures follow, including locating his biological father, finding love and cherishing Christmas. “Elf is a movie that is ideal for kids and adults that’s both sweet and ironic; it’s full of laughter with clever goals. It represents the conflict between the world that exists and the world as in Christmas stories and exploits that contrast to expert comic effect. This movie is rated PG, the admission costs $6 for all and include a free bag of popcorn for patrons ages 12 and under.
SING-ALONG with FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
Welcome Christmas with all your heart at the Laemmle Theatres, 11523 Santa Monica Boulevard, Pasadena, California 91101on Sunday, December 24, 2017 at 7:30pm.
Contact-(310) 478-1041
Spread the joy of Christmas with sweet melodies ‘and join the Laemmle Theatres for their 10th Annual of anything-goes Fiddler On the Roof Sing-a-Long! Families can hum to their favorites like “Tradition,” “If I Were A Rich Man,” “To Life,” “Sunrise Sunset,” “Do You Love Me?” And “Anatevka,”among many others. The event also features fun for kids including trivia, prizes, and they encourage the visitors to come in costume! Children of all ages are welcome, Fiddler is rated "G" although some events may be tough for young children to participate. The event will cost $18 for general admission, for students and seniors the fee costs $15.
Christmas Holiday Hours at The Bunny Museum
Hop, hop to The Bunny Museum, 1933 Jefferson Drive, Pasadena, California91104 on Monday, December 25, 2017 from 2:00pm to 7:00pm.
Contact- 626-798-8848
Merry Christmas!! Unwrap the presents and save the last for the best, the day can get huge when you get your adorable bunnies to The Bunny Museum. The museum opens its doors for Christmas afternoon, inviting guests to hop on inside, look at the adorable bunnies and to feed the bunnies their Christmas dinner. Take a look at the bunny themed Christmas tree, that is decorated with bunny ornaments, carrot colored lights, and carrot colored candy canes.You are welcome to bring vegetables and fruits to feed and pet the real bunnies. This exciting event is best suitable for kids of all ages. It will cost $5, and free for kids of the age 4 and under.
A Christmas Carol
This event will take place at South Coast Repertory,655 Town Center Drive, PO Box 2197, Costa Mesa, California 92628-2197from Friday, December 22, 2017 to Sunday, December 24, 2017 at various times.
Contact-(714) 708-5500
Travel back to the Nineteenth-century London, to celebrate a retro style Christmas with your family at the SCR family for the holidays. Regain the spirit of an old-fashioned Christmas with this timeless Dickens classic and all your favorite characters including Tiny Tim and the Cratchit family, the Fezziwigs, the Ghosts of Christmas past, present and yet to come, Hal Landon Jr. as the beloved curmudgeon, Ebenezer Scrooge. This event is appropriate for kids of the age 6 and up.
Christmas in the Colonies
Celebrate Christmas with style at the Christmas in the Colonies , taking place at Riley’s Farm, 12261 S. Oak Glen Road, Oak Glen, California 92399 on Friday, December 22, 2017 from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm and Saturday, December 23, 2017 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Contact: (909) 790-8463
Colonial Virginians were known to have spent an entire month celebrating the advent of the Christ‘s birth. Enjoy a Christmas feast complete with dancing and Christmas Carols. It’s about as old fashioned as you can get. Though they can’t promise the month long Christmas celebration of 18th century Virginia, they surely can promise you an enchanted evening of fun and good cheer, with great food, great music and lots to see and do for the whole family.Activities here include, Carol Singing, 18th Century Dancing, Tomahawk Throwing and Live Colonial Music. Menu included Corn Pudding, Corn Chowder, Jefferson Chartreuse, Cider Baked Ham, Mt Vernon Pie, Maple Pecan Bread Pudding and a fine selection of hard ciders, wine, and beer. December 23, 2017 is a costume-only event, so come dressed in the finest costume or they can provide rental costumes. Come here and m Make it a holiday tradition! Tickets will cost $53 for Adults and $48 for Children (3-12) on Friday and $55 for Adults and $50 for Children (3-12) on Saturday.
The Grinch and Max Return this Holiday Season!
Look whose here to celebrate the holidays at the Universal Studios, 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California from Friday to Monday, December 22-25, 2017 from 10am to 6.00pm
The Grinch, Max is here for aGrinchmas celebration at Universal Studios Hollywood, so get going there soon. Sway to the Christmas carols from the Who-ville singers, bring about laughter with a Who neighbor, and click a good shot with a Seuss-y selfie with The Grinch and Max for festive holiday to cherish memories that will always remain close to your heart. See the magical lighting of the huge 60 foot Seussiantree. Kids can get messy while they decorate ornaments, see Martha May Who-vier and the Who-Dolls’ big holiday revue before gathering in for great story time with Cindy Lou Who. Kids of all ages are welcome. The admission starts at $99 and up.
Feast of Seven Fishes at Union
Christmas is sure a grand feast and you can enjoy it at the Union Restaurant, 37 E. Union Street, Pasadena, California 91103 onSunday, December 24, 2017 the seating’s are at 5:00 pm and 7:30pm.
Contact- 626-798-5841
Christmas is sure a grand feast and you can enjoy it at the Union Restaurant. Rejoice this Christmas Eve with Feast of Seven Fishes at the Union Restaurant with family and friends. The Feast of Seven Fishes is a well-known tradition followed by Italian-Americans throughout the country remembering the midnight birth of Jesus, also known as the Vigila di Natale.Party and enjoy a succulent, seasonal menu prepared by the famous chef Bruce Kalman. The menu includes Olive Oil Poached Abalone, beets, apples, crème fraiche, Passmore Ranch caviar, Grassy Bar Oyster, pink grapefruit pearls and so much more to go on the list. Kids of all ages are welcome. The admission is $125 per person and $40 for wine pairing.
STAR Eco Station
Surprise little wildlife lovers at theSTAR Eco Station, 10101 Jefferson Boulevard, Culver City, California on Saturday, December 23, 2017 and Sunday, December 24, 2017 from 10.00am to 4.00pm.
This place is home to over two hundred rescued outlandish wildlife so step in here this weekend to enjoy a great day with your family. Check these bizarre creatures from tropical fish to tortoises, from parrots to pythons. The visitors will be guided by the Eco Station staff member, and kids can love hearing to some fun animal facts, hands-on animal encounters, surprising rescue stories, environmental exhibits, and innovative advancements ona lifestyle going green. This guided tour will go on for approximately 45-60 minutes. No reservations visitors who come first will be first served. Children of all ages can have so much fun here. The entry fee for adults is $ 8, seniors $ 7, children $6, and free for children under 2 years.
The Queens Mary - CHILL Adventure
Join the adventure at the frosty 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, California 90802 from 4:30 pm to 11:00 pm until Sunday, January 7, 207.
Contact- (877) 342-0738
The CHILL fever will get onto you this week, featuring the first-ever Ice Adventure Park, in the country this is the best for the adventurous little ones. Embark on an International Holiday Expedition at the all-new CHILL, featuring the United States’ first-ever Ice Adventure Park and a touching tribute to cultural traditions from around the world showcasing a global sampling of food, music and live entertainment perfect for the holidays.The thirst for a winter adventure can be quenched here with a massive 38,000-square foot Ice Adventure Park featuring Ice Skating and Ice Track, Amsterdam Bumper Boats, Shanghai Speedway, a Zip Line, Ice Shuffleboard, a two-story, 140-foot-long Ice Tubing slide, dancing and live performances, Sunday night fireworks, a nightly Christmas Tree Lighting and visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus. This is definitely going to pump your holiday spirit to another level. This event is apt for kids of the age 5 and up. The event will cost$30 for adults, $20 for kids and the parking charge costs $20.
Holiday Princess Ball
Holiday Princess Ball hosted by the Beverly Hills Princess will be taking place at Maggiano's Little Italy, Los Angeles, CA 90036 on Saturday, December 23, 2017 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.