3 Massive Attractions Coming to LA—The First Will Wow Your Kids!
Get ready, LA families: a space shuttle, a portal to another dimension, and a whole lot of sprinkles are all headed our way. The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, Space Shuttle Endeavour's shiny new home, opens Friday, November 13, 2026. Meow Wolf Los Angeles and the Museum of Ice Cream are coming too, with opening dates still TBA.
Picture this: your kids standing beneath a real space shuttle, pointed at the sky like it's about to blast off. Now imagine them stepping into a fridge door that leads somewhere wild and unexpected, then wrapping up the day surrounded by all things ice cream. That's the kind of year we have ahead of us, and we can't wait.
We've rounded up everything we know so far about all three, from where they're landing to what tickets might look like and what will make your kids' jaws drop. We'll keep this guide fresh as new dates and prices roll in, so bookmark it and check back. Trust us, you'll want to be first in line.
Space Shuttle Endeavour in launch position at the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center. Photo: Mike Kelley, as published by Los Angeles Magazine.
Key Takeaways
Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center: opens November 13, 2026, with Space Shuttle Endeavour standing upright. General admission is free, but timed reservations with a small service fee are required.
Meow Wolf Los Angeles: targeting late 2026 or early 2027 at HHLA near LAX. Date and ticket prices: TBA.
Museum of Ice Cream: a three-story museum in West Adams with a 100-foot slide. Opening date and ticket prices: TBA.
Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center: See Space Shuttle Endeavour Standing Upright
The California Science Center's new Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center opens Friday, November 13, 2026, and the star of the show is Space Shuttle Endeavour. Instead of lying flat, the orbiter will stand upright in launch position, attached to its orange external tank and twin solid rocket boosters, just as it would have been before liftoff. According to the Science Center, it is the only place in the world where you can see a complete, authentic space shuttle stack.
The building around it is just as big. The shuttle gallery rises about 20 stories, and the new center adds 100 hands-on exhibits and about 100 aerospace artifacts across three galleries: the Samuel Oschin Shuttle Gallery, the Korean Air Aviation Gallery and the Kent Kresa Space Gallery.
Kids who like to climb, slide and press every button have plenty to do. Highlights include a 140-foot ride up a gantry-style elevator alongside the shuttle stack, a 115-foot Shuttle Descent Slide with a 45-foot drop, and a replica flight deck where visitors can try the controls.
Plan Your Visit to the Air and Space Center
When: Opens Friday, November 13, 2026. The Science Center is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm.
Where: California Science Center, 700 Exposition Park Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90037.
Tickets: general admission is free. The new center requires an advance timed reservation with a small service fee. The fee and the date reservations open: TBA.
Parking: please check the Science Center website for current parking details.
Because timed reservations are required, we recommend booking as soon as they open and choosing the earliest slot you can manage with kids. Reservations and updates will be posted on the official California Science Center website.
Meow Wolf Los Angeles: An Immersive Art World in a Former Movie Theater
Meow Wolf turns buildings into walk-through worlds of art, story and secret passages, and its sixth permanent location is coming to LA. The Los Angeles exhibit is taking over a former Cinemark movie theater at HHLA, and the design draws on Old Hollywood and the magic of cinema. Meow Wolf has said it is partnering with LA artists, including the video art collective Everything Is Terrible! and sculptor Gabriela Ruiz.
An immersive Meow Wolf installation at another location; the Los Angeles design has not been revealed. Photo: Atlas Media, as published by My Modern Met.
There is no exact opening date yet. Meow Wolf's official Los Angeles page lists the location as coming in late 2026 or early 2027, and tickets are not on sale. Meow Wolf describes its exhibits as appropriate for all ages and not meant to be scary, though it also notes that spaces often include several steps up and down and varied flooring, which may be tricky for strollers or limited mobility.
When: late 2026 to early 2027. Exact date: TBA.
Where: HHLA, 6081 Center Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90045 (Westchester, near the 405).
Tickets: not yet on sale. Prices and hours: TBA.
To be first in line when tickets are released, sign up for alerts on the official Meow Wolf Los Angeles page.
Museum of Ice Cream in West Adams: A Three-Story Sweet Spot With a 100-Foot Slide
Museum of Ice Cream is building its first ground-up location in LA: a three-story, 23,000-square-foot museum on West Adams Boulevard. According to Urbanize LA's reporting, the plans include 15 interactive installations, including a 100-foot double-helix slide that runs the full height of the building, a Santa Monica Pier-themed carnival, a tiki bar and what is billed as the world's largest sprinkle pool.
Rendering of the planned Museum of Ice Cream at 5252 W. Adams Blvd. Image: as published by Urbanize LA.
The museum's official Los Angeles page says it is opening soon but does not list a date, hours or prices yet. Local reports have pointed to a 2026 opening, so treat that as a target rather than a promise. The official page offers early-access and presale sign-ups.
When: expected in 2026. Exact date: TBA.
Where: 5252 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90016.
Tickets: not yet on sale. Prices, hours and age guidance: TBA.
Watch for opening news and presale details on the Museum of Ice Cream Los Angeles page.
How to Plan Around Three Different Opening Timelines
Start with Endeavour, since it is the only attraction with a confirmed date. If you are heading there during the first weeks, expect crowds and plan your timed reservation around nap and meal schedules. Admission to the Science Center itself is free, so it can fit into a budget-friendly weekend alongside Exposition Park.
For Meow Wolf and Museum of Ice Cream, the smartest move is to sign up for the official alerts now and hold off on planning around a date. Both attractions say details are still coming, and plans like this can shift. We will update this post when dates, hours and ticket prices are confirmed.
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Takeaway
Space Shuttle Endeavour is the sure thing this fall: the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center opens November 13, 2026, with free general admission and a timed reservation required. Meow Wolf Los Angeles and the Museum of Ice Cream are the ones to watch, with no confirmed dates yet.
Bookmark this guide, sign up for the official alerts, and check back with us. We will share opening dates, tickets and family tips the moment they are announced.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center open?
The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center at the California Science Center opens Friday, November 13, 2026. The Science Center is open daily from 10 am to 5 pm. General admission is free, but the new center requires a timed reservation, so plan to book ahead once reservations open.
Is it free to see Space Shuttle Endeavour?
General admission to the California Science Center is free. The Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center, where Endeavour is displayed, requires a timed reservation with a small service fee. The exact fee and the date reservations open were not announced on the pages we checked, so watch the Science Center's official website for updates.
When does Meow Wolf Los Angeles open?
Meow Wolf has not announced an exact opening date. Its official Los Angeles page says the location is coming in late 2026 or early 2027 at 6081 Center Dr in Westchester. Tickets are not on sale yet, but you can sign up on the official page to get early notice when they are released.
Is Meow Wolf good for kids?
Meow Wolf says its exhibits are appropriate for all ages and are not meant to be scary. Its spaces often include several steps up and down and varied flooring, which can be tricky for strollers or limited mobility. Check the official accessibility information once the Los Angeles opening details are released.
When does the Museum of Ice Cream open in West Adams?
No exact date has been announced. Local development reports point to a 2026 opening, and the museum's official Los Angeles page says it is opening soon with early-access sign-ups. The three-story museum at 5252 W Adams Blvd is planned to include 15 installations and a 100-foot slide. Ticket prices: TBA.
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