There is always so much to do with kids in Los Angeles, and at Fun With Kids in LA, we are we are dedicated to bring you the best of them. Our list of fun things to do in Los Angeles this weekend includes Hensel & Gretel, LA Zoo Lights, Enchanted Forest of Light, Snow Day LA, Moonlight Forest at Los Angeles Arboretum & Botanical Garden, OZ Live Show at Nine O'Clock Players, ICE at Santa Monica, and much much more!
Hansel and Gretel
135 North Grand Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Nov 17th - Dec 15th
The production of Engelbert Humperdinck's Hansel and Gretel is a marvelous confection of fairy-tale creatures, enchanting sets and spellbinding special effects. After being send into the haunted forest by their mother to pick strawberries, the young Hansel and Gretel fall prey to its biggest terror. Captivated by a strange house made of candy and gingerbread the hungry children soon start nibbling, only to realize that this is the house of the wicked Witch, who loves to cook children and eat them. Will they outsmart her and escape the woods? Find out in this folk-inspired sugary hit! Tickets start from $16 per person.
5333 Zoo Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Nov 16th - Jan 6th
6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
L.A.’s brightest holiday tradition returns on November 16th, now more brilliant than ever! Make unforgettable holiday memories as you explore this wild wonderland of light under the stars at the beautiful L.A. Zoo. Along the way, view real reindeer, visit with Santa on select dates, and enjoy seasonal treats and goodies.
Christmas at The Grove 189 The Grove Dr.,
Los Angeles, CA 90036
Nov 18th
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
This weekend is the 17th Annual Tree Lighting celebration at the Grove. Join as they officially kick off the holiday season! The evening will feature a special performance by CBS A Home for the Holidays, as well as the season’s first snowfall, a fireworks spectacular, and Santa’s grand arrival. (Free)
1324 Fifth Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Now - Dec 31st
Every holiday season, Downtown Santa Monica brings a little ice skating to the beachside community and transforms the corner of Fifth Street and Arizona Avenue into Ice at Santa Monica, into the winter wonderland known as Ice at Santa Monica, an 8,000-square-foot ice-skating rink. Admission & Skate rentals are $15. Locker Rental are $10 with $5 refund upon key return. Hot dogs, cocoa, and other snacks are available for purchase.
The Old Lodge
2002 Stadium Way
Los Angeles, CA 90026
Nov 9th - Dec 30th
LA's first winter themed tubing park is back with awesome new activities. The Festivities include Falling Snow Flurries, Multiple Tubing Lanes, Winter Skating Rink, Penguin Lounge (plus a free Onesie Snuggie), Animated Penguin Light Path, Giant Snow Globe Photo Booth, Games, and More. Food and Drinks are available for purchase. (Cost: $12+)
Los Angeles Arboretum & Botanical Garden
301 N Baldwin Ave
Los Angeles, CA 91007
Now – Jan 6th
A fantasy of light transforms the Arboretum into an evening wonderland. Magnificent lantern art depicting exotic animals, shimmering flowers, whimsical pandas, soaring dragons and other themes create the mesmerizing experience of Moonlight Forest.
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The Really Awesome Improv Show
The Second City
6560 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Nov 17th – Nov 18th
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Fun and appropriate for all ages, The Really Awesome Improv Show features improv games that rely on audience suggestions and participation, is great for the whole family, and was voted “Best Kids’ comedy Show” by LA Magazine! Because there’s a rotating cast you’ll see a different cast and games each week. (Cost: $5)
Descanso Gardens
1418 Descanso Dr.
Los Angeles, CA 91011
Nov 18th - Jan 6th
Enchanted: Forest of Light is an interactive, nighttime experience unlike anything else in Los Angeles, featuring a one-mile walk through unique lighting experiences in some of the most beloved areas of Descanso Gardens. Tickets range from $28-$30 for the general public, and $23–$25 for Descanso Gardens members. For additional fee, you can have dinner with the family at The Maple, and enter the Enchanted experience after you dine.
OZ Live at Nine O'Clock Players
1367 North St. Andrews Place
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Nov 17th
2:00 pm
See the show everyone has been raving about! When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy and her dog Toto are whisked away to the magical land of Oz. As they follow the Yellow Brick Road to meet the Wizard and find their way home, Dorothy and Toto come upon a rubber-legged Scarecrow that needs a brain, a kindly Tin Man missing a heart, and a lovable Cowardly Lion who wants courage.
Together they battle the Wicked Witch of the West and her winged monkeys until Glinda the Good Witch helps them get to the Emerald City. Will the great and powerful Oz grant Dorothy and her friends their wishes? Find out in this dazzling musical filled with wonderful songs and thrill after thrill. Tickets are $15 per person.
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Holidays at the Disneyland Resort
1313 Disneyland Dr.
Anaheim, CA 92802, USA
Nov 9th - Jan 6th
Holiday celebration returns with wonder, joy and, of course, plenty of magic in both Parks on November 9th. Gather together to enjoy the heartwarming delights of live music, dance and holiday-inspired performances, meet Santa and his joyful elves at Redwood Creek Challenge Trail, and much much more.
Knott's Merry Farm: Festive Decorations & Snow
Knott's Berry Farm
8039 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90620
Nov 17th - Jan 6th
Knott's Berry Farm rolls out the lavish holiday decorations, a crafts fair, festive food and nightly snow in Ghost Town -- and that's in addition to all of its thrilling attractions across its 160 acres of family fun -- as it transforms into Knott's Merry Farm. See the Peanuts Gang on ice and visit Santa's Christmas Cabin, where everyone can share their wish list with jolly ol' St. Nick.
Snack on holiday treats like maple lollipops, churros and warm gingerbread men. Wander the vintage railcars filled with cheery ghosts, enjoy classic musicals including A Christmas Carol, kick up your heels to bluegrass bands and catch Snoopy's tree lighting on the Calico Square Stage, with a cast of marching toy soldiers, the loveable Mrs. Claus and dancing snowmen.
800 Olympic Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Nov 10th - Jan 7th
The annual LA Kings Holiday Ice brings outdoor ice skating to L.A. LIVE's Microsoft Square from November 10th through January 7th. Skate your way into the holiday season at The LA Kings Holiday Ice Rink.
Christmas at The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City Plaza
Universal City, CA 91608
Nov 17th – Jan 6th
Christmas is coming early to Universal Studios Hollywood this year. Share memorable holiday experiences at Universal Studios Hollywood starting this weekend. Celebrate the holidays in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, where Hogsmeade is transformed with festive décor and new nightly snowfall, and experience a holiday spectacle with dazzling lights and music at The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle.
Aquarium of the Pacific
100 Aquarium Way
Long Beach, CA 90802
Nov 17th – Nov 18th
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Enjoy arts, cuisines, cultures, and marine environments of Asia during the Aquarium of the Pacific’s 17th annual Autumn Festival. The Festival highlights the traditions and cultures of Japan, China, Korea, and the Philippines through a weekend of learning opportunities and family entertainment celebrating the rich diversity of Asian and Asian-American cultures.
350 W Hillcrest Dr.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Now - Dec 31st
FunBox is an interactive, brightly-colored maze of over 20 large art installations centered around the celebration of toys and other childhood favorites. Over 60,000 individual items were used to create this toy-themed pop-up experience. This will make kids go bonkers and adults feel like they are 5 again. Tickets are $17 for adults and $12 for kids.
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Photo Credit: LA Opera Hensel & Gretel Production