There is always so much to do with kids in Los Angeles, and at Fun With Kids in LA, we are dedicated to bring you the best of them. Our list of fun things to do in Los Angeles this weekend includes The Polar Express, Ice at Santa Monica, Skating Under the Stars, That Holiday Feeling on Rodeo Drive, Jack and the Giant at Nine O'clock Players Theatre, and much more!
Fillmore & Western Railway
N Main St, Fillmore, CA 93015
Nov 14th - Dec 29th
The magical story comes to life as families board a one-hour journey to the North Pole to meet Santa. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, characters lead fantastic onboard entertainment – just like in the film! Car hosts punch golden tickets and dancing chefs serve each passenger hot chocolate and a delicious cookie. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas for the ride!
1324 5th St.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Nov 1st – Jan 20th
2 pm -10 pm
Every holiday season Downtown Santa Monica brings a little ice to our beachside community, transforming the corner of Fifth Street and Arizona Avenue into the winter wonderland known as Ice at Santa Monica, an 8,000-square-foot ice-skating rink. You can also book private or group skating lessons.
70th Floor of the U.S. Bank Tower
633 W. 5th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Now – Nov 22nd
11:00 am & 1:00 pm
To celebrate one million visitors, families can visit OUE Skyspace LA during the month of November for just $1! On Friday, November 1st, between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm, take advantage of a $1 Entrance fee and $1 fee for the Skyslide Ride. And from November 2nd through Tuesday November 22nd, you can enjoy the Skyslide Ride for just $1! Check the website for details.
Irvine Spectrum Center
670 Spectrum Center Dr.
Irvine, CA 92618
Now - Jan 2nd
Visit Giant Wheel Court to “skate under the stars” in Irvine’s very own winter wonderland. Open to the public daily, Irvine Spectrum’s ice rink is a perfect destination for family and friends to take a break and capture the true essence of the holidays by creating magical memories together.
Discovery Cube Orange County
2500 N Main St.
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Now - Jan 26th
Become master castle builders and build your own castle brick by brick! Explore the world of Castle Builder to learn the planning skills necessary to build a castle able to sustain your kingdom and ward off attacks.
280 N Rodeo Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Nov 15th
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join Mrs. Claus for a complimentary scenic tour of the city's holiday lights on the Beverly Hills Trolley. Boarding is at the southeast corner of Rodeo Drive and Dayton Way.
100 Aquarium Way
Long Beach, CA 90802
Nov 16th - Nov 17th
9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Delve into the arts, cultures, and marine environments of Asia during the Aquarium of the Pacific’s eighteenth annual Autumn Festival. Autumn 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.
Theatre West
3333 Cahuenga Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90068
Now - Apr 4th
1 pm
Storybook Theatre's version of Beatrix Potter’s classic tale is hopping into Theatre West this Fall. As always at Storybook, there will be plenty of audience participation and singing and dancing. You can even expect audience members to join in a special version of “The Bunny Hop.” This funny version is specifically created to appeal to children and the whole family.
8556 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Nov 13th - Nov 26th
Celebrate the best Israeli feature films, documentaries, TV series and short films at one of the biggest cultural events for Israeli cinema and television in the US.
Music Center
135 N Grand Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Nov 16th - Dec 15th
True love is never easy. Especially when there's a giant, angry spider, and she's your mom! A dazzling celebration of love conquering all, The Magic Flute transports you into an enchanted world where good battles the forces of darkness. ( Not recommended for kids under 6)
Los Angeles Arboretum & Botanical Garden
301 N Baldwin Ave
Los Angeles, CA 91007
Now - Jan 12th
A fantasy of light transforms the Arboretum into an evening wonderland starting this weekend. Magnificent lantern art depicting exotic animals, shimmering flowers, whimsical pandas, soaring dragons and other themes create the mesmerizing experience of Moonlight Forest.
Assistance League Theatre
Nine O'clock Players
1367 North St. Andrews Place
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Nov 17th at 2 pm
With singing, dancing and fantastical characters, "Jack and the Giant" is another gorgeous production of Nine O'clock Players full of fun and excitement for audiences of all ages! Tickets are only $15 per person and you can purchase them online.
9300 Civic Center Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Nov 17th
9:00am - 1:00pm
The Beverly Hills Farmers' Market provides the finest California-grown, fresh and seasonal fruits and vegetables, juices, breads, specialty items and more in a festive outdoor setting. The market features special events such as a Kid's Zone and Story Time, and a Petting Zoo.
