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 Jolly Trolley with Mrs. Claus, Intel Game Night: Fortnite Friday, The Polar Express, Ice at Santa Monica, Skating Under the Stars, Moonlight Forest, and much more!
280 N Rodeo Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Nov 22nd
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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 (280 North Rodeo Drive). Trolley rides welcome all ages and are handicap accessible.
Various Locations
Nov 22nd
5:30pm - 9:00pm
Your Microsoft Store will be hosting an Intel Game Night: Fortnite Friday Tournament
Join your local Fortnite community and test your skills in a tournament for prizes!
262 N Rodeo Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Nov 22nd - Dec 22nd
The Scenario Studio will have its first Beverly Hills pop-up located at 262 North Rodeo Drive. The public is invited to experience a variety of professional photography sets designed by world-renowned photographer and set designer, John Ganun, complete with professional lighting, props and even some costumes.
Rodeo Drive
Beverly Hills, CA
Nov 22nd
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Rodeo Drive will be bustling with hip-hop holiday dancers, elves on stilts, a cyr wheel duet and beatbox/acapella singers. This event is free and open to public.
Fillmore & Western Railway
N Main St, Fillmore, CA 93015
Now - 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
Now – 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.
OUE Skyspace LA
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.
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
Now - 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
Now - 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.
15225 Palisades Village Lane
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
Nov 24th
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
This free Tree Lighting Celebration serves to kick off the holiday season. Enjoy musical performances, the season’s first snowfall, Santa’s arrival, and more. Pre-ceremony family activities start at 5:30 pm.
9300 Civic Center Dr.
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Nov 24th
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.
