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Today, Hollywood's famous Museum of Illusions announced that they will be reopening on June 12, 2020! As promised, they will still offer 20% off all their tickets until June 15, 2020! The Museum of Illusions comes Instagram ready with completely 3D Illusions and Upside Down House exhibit that will take your breath away, transporting you to a world of fantasy and imagination! The 30+ 3D illusions produce eye popping pics, inspired by cartoon, art, current events, movies and more! Not just that, the Upside down house features 7 unique rooms all flipping the world as you know it, upside down! For more information about the museum, click here.

Select California Public Libraries offer kids ages 18 and younger free nutritious meal this summer. Lunch is available for no-contact pickup starting June 16, 2020 through August 7, 2020. You can pick up your free meal from 12pm to 1pm Tuesdays through Fridays. There are no restrictions on family income. Note that lunch will not be available on July 3rd. LA County Library has been offering free nutritious lunches to kids for more than 6 years. It keeps children and teens nourished during the summer months, helping to ensure that kids return to school in the fall ready to learn. Lunch at the Library is a partnership between LA County Library and the Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation, and is supported by the California Summer Meal Coalition and California Library Association. Click here to see the list of participating libraries.

LA Restaurants have got the green light to reopen for in-restaurant dining, and we have gathered a list of the kid-friendly restaurants that are now open and safe to welcome you and your family for dining in. List of Kid-Friendly Restaurants that are open in and near LA for in-restaurant dining: Back on the Beach Cafe Back on the Beach Cafe is now open for dine in from 8 am to 3 pm on weekdays and 8am to 4pm on Saturday and Sundays. The parking is also open. No reservation is needed. Gladstones Restaurant Gladstones is the perfect beachside restaurant for a weekend family hangout, and they have reopened as of June 13th! Paradise Cove Restaurant Get the full Malibu experience at Paradise Cove Beach Cafe. Watch the Whales and dolphins while you enjoy having lunch. California Pizza Kitchen Most California Pizza Kitchen Restaurants are now open for dine-in, or you can make dinner a family fun event with their "Kids-Build-Your-Own-Pizza Kit". Buca di Beppo Dining rooms are now open at select locations. Available for limited time are fresh picked garden bundle starting at $9 per person. Panini Kabob Grill Century City Panini Kabob Grill in Century City is open for dine-in, take out, and contactless delivery and curbside pick up. The Counter Burger The Counter Burger in downtown LA has reopened with the best custom made burgers in town. Tender Greens All Tender Greens locations are open now for dine-in. Patio dinning is available at all locations. For a limited time, for $9, you can enjoy their new plant-based Mediterranean Burger. The Cheesecake Factory Many of The Cheesecake Factory restaurants are now open for dine-in service. Check to see if reservations are available near you. Olive Garden Restaurants Some of the dining rooms have re-opened. They will continue to offer Carside Pickup and next-day delivery in all locations. IHOP Restaurants IHOP Restaurants have reopened as of June 23, 2020 for dine in with restrictions. Denny's Restaurants All Denny's Restaurants are now open for dine in with restrictions. They have a new limited time value menu with meals starting at $2. You can find nearest location here. Norms Restaurants Norms Restaurants have opened all their locations for dine-in. Kids eat free Monday through Friday at Norms with purchase of an adult meal. Find a Norm near you here. Maggiano's Little Italy The Dining room at Maggino's Little Italy is open again, and they are taking reservations for your family lunch or dinner. Inn of the Seventh Ray The beautiful Inn of the Seventh Ray in Topanga is open again for dine in.

The LA County Board of Supervisors and LA County Parks are offering affordable, fun, and educational day camps this summer for children ages 6 and up starting July 6, 2020. Registration opens June 29 and is first come, first served. The Day camps are offered at 90 different LA County Parks and included more than 100 programs ranging from Arts & Crafts, Sports, ESTEAM (Environment, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics), Leadership, Media, Performing Arts, Adventures, Fitness, and more. The program curriculum is focused on instilling positive youth development by using fun themes for participants to explore, learn new skills, and make friends. All camps adhere to COIVD-19 summer camp operation guidelines that includes physical distancing, cleaning, and the inclusion of personal protective equipment required for both staff and participants. Campers will be assigned to stable groupings during each session. How to Find a Summer Camp Near Me? You can search these camps by locations, category, days of the week, date, age and more. Weekly payment plans are available. To register, first you need to create an account. See the video below for instructions on how to create a new customer account to register for day camps. For more information, visit Los Angeles County Park and Recreation Site.

Weekend Guide: Best Things to Do in Los Angeles Near Me! Looking for Fun Things to Do with Kids in Los Angeles This Weekend? Whether you're planning a family adventure, exploring outdoor activities, or searching for exciting events, Los Angeles is packed with kid-friendly entertainment! From interactive museums and outdoor playgrounds to seasonal festivals and live performances, there’s no shortage of ways to keep the little ones engaged and happy. Get ready to make unforgettable memories with our handpicked list of the best family activities in Los Angeles this weekend —perfect for kids of all ages! Quick Links to Fun Things to Do This Weekend For Families: Fun things to do this weekend near me Places to go near me Family events & experiences near me Free kids' events near me Fun Things to Do with Kids in Los Angeles this Weekend Before heading out, please verify the status of your destination, as some businesses may be temporarily closed due to the Los Angeles fires. Advertisement Friday, Dec 19, 2025 Las Posadas El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historic Monument 125 Paseo de la Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012 Dec 19 6:30 pm – 8 pm FREE Celebrate the spirit of the season with this beautiful, nightly tradition on historic Olvera Street. Las Posadas reenacts Mary and Joseph's search for shelter with a candlelit procession, piñatas for kids, and Christmas carols sung in both Spanish and English. Don’t miss the sweet treats—free pan dulce and warm champurrado await all who attend! Los Angeles Ballet’s The Nutcracker Dolby Theatre 6801 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90028 Dec 19 7:30 pm $50 – $143 Tchaikovsky meets Tinseltown in this dazzling SoCal-inspired production of The Nutcracker  by Los Angeles Ballet. Set against iconic local landmarks and performed with a live orchestra, this version brings fresh magic to a beloved holiday favorite. It's an enchanting night out for the whole family at one of LA’s most glamorous venues. Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade Harbor of Newport Beach / Balboa Peninsula 900 W Bay Ave. Newport Beach, CA 92661 Dec 19 6:30 pm – 9 pm FREE Watch the harbor shimmer with lights as yachts, kayaks, and canoes float by in the 117th Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade! This sparkling spectacle kicks off with fireworks and a holiday drone show, plus every night features a new Grand Marshal. Grab a spot along the shore and enjoy one of the most magical traditions in the country. Capistrano Lights: Mission in Lights 2025 Mission San Juan Capistrano 26801 Ortega Hwy San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 Dec 19 – Dec 30 10 am – 7 pm $9 – $20 Step into history wrapped in twinkling lights at Mission San Juan Capistrano’s annual Capistrano Lights event! Families can explore the Mission’s stunning gardens, ruins, and museum by day—and then stay as the holiday lights, music, and live entertainment bring the site to life each evening. It’s a unique blend of old-world charm and holiday magic you won’t find anywhere else. Advertisement Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 North Hollywood Farmers Market 5000 Colfax Ave. North Hollywood, CA 91601 Dec 20 8:30 am – 1:30 pm FREE Make your Saturday morning shine with fresh produce, tasty eats, and feel-good community vibes at the North Hollywood Farmers Market. This family-friendly favorite offers more than just groceries—think bounce houses for kids, live music, and friendly neighbors catching up over pastries and coffee. It’s the perfect low-key outing for fresh-air fun and local love. Nochebuena Christmas Spectacular The Soraya 18111 Nordhoff St. Northridge, CA 91330 Dec 20 – Dec 22 Various Times $39–$89 Ring in the holiday season with this vibrant celebration of Mexican Christmas traditions! Featuring Grammy-nominated vocalist Ximena Sariñana, Mariachi Pueblo Viejo, and the stunning Ballet Folklórico de Los Ángeles, this beloved show blends music, dance, and dazzling costumes into a cultural spectacular that the whole family will remember. Public Run Day Orange County Model Engineers 2480 Placentia Ave. Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Dec 20 – Dec 21 10 am – 3:30 pm FREE All aboard for holiday fun! Ride the only free mini-train in SoCal during OCME’s North Pole Express weekend. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand, and the whole event runs on festive cheer and first-come-first-served rides. Kids must be at least 31" tall, so bring your tallest holiday spirit and enjoy the ride! Santa Paddle 2025 Ventura Harbor Village 1583 Spinnaker Dr. Ventura, CA 93001 Dec 20  11 am – 12 pm FREE Santa takes to the seas (well, the harbor!) in this festive and funny paddle event. Watch from the docks as costumed paddlers—including elves, reindeer, and the big guy himself—cruise around the water. Don your best red suit for a chance to win a prize, then stick around for the Winter Wonderland celebration to follow! Winter Wonderland Ventura Harbor Village 1583 Spinnaker Dr. Ventura, CA 93001 Dec 20 12 pm – 4 pm FREE Snow in SoCal? Yes, please! Ventura Harbor’s Winter Wonderland brings real snow play, live reindeer, and visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus to the seaside. Enjoy face painting, ice sculpting, music, and festive characters. Pets are welcome too—just don’t let the snowman melt! Toy Giveaway MacArthur Park Community Center 2230 W 6th St. Los Angeles, CA 90057 Dec 20  4 pm – 8 pm FREE Santa’s bringing more than holiday cheer—he’s bringing gifts! Kids ages 0–16 can meet Santa, enjoy arts and crafts, games, face painting, and balloons. Wristbands are required (first come, first served starting at 2 pm), so come early and get ready for some big smiles and full hearts. Annual Holiday Boat Parade Naples Island 5537 The Toledo Long Beach, CA 90803 Dec 20  6 pm – 8 pm FREE Lights, boats, action! Naples Island’s annual boat parade turns the canals into a twinkling holiday wonderland. This year’s theme is A Tropical Wonderland , and you can view the floating festivities from land or splurge on a magical gondola ride. Early boats kick things off at 6, followed by a second wave of smaller vessels. Arrive early—parking is tight, but the views are worth it! Advertisement Sunday, Dec 21, 2025 Sensory Friendly Mornings Discovery Cube LA 11800 Foothill Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 91342 Dec 21 8 am – 10 am Start the day off gently with a quiet, welcoming space designed for families who need a sensory-friendly environment. From calming visuals to caring staff, Discovery Cube’s monthly sensory mornings provide hands-on fun that’s both educational and inclusive. A wonderful way to let every kiddo shine! Disney on Ice: Let's Dance Crypto.com Arena 1111 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90015 Dec 21 Various Times $37+ Get ready to twirl into a magical world as your favorite Disney characters skate, sing, and dance through storybook adventures! From Moana to Anna & Elsa, and even Simba and Ariel, this dazzling ice show is packed with music, stunts, and family fun. Bonus: arrive early for Goofy’s festive sing-along pre-show! Santa Snacks and Stories One Colorado 41 Hugus Alley Pasadena, CA 91103 Dec 21 1 pm – 2 pm FREE Santa’s taking a break from the North Pole to read holiday stories at One Colorado! Kids can gather in the courtyard for sweet treats and storytime with the big guy himself. It’s a cozy, heartwarming event that’ll have everyone feeling merry and bright. Don’t forget to RSVP! Gabby's Dollhouse Live Grove of Anaheim 2200 East Katella Ave. Anaheim, CA 92806 Dec 21 12 pm & 3 pm $55+ Step into Gabby’s Dollhouse for a live musical adventure bursting with color, music, and magic! With songs like “Hey Gabby” and “Sprinkle Party,” this interactive show invites kids to sing and dance while helping Gabby fix a rainbow gone wrong. Perfect for preschoolers and their giggly grown-ups. Gingerbread Wonderland Discovery Cube Orange County 2500 N. Main St. Santa Ana, CA 92705 Dec 21 10 am – 5 pm $22–$30 It’s sugar, spice, and science at this immersive winter experience! Kids can race down a toboggan slide, decorate gingerbread cars, play in the Sugar Rush Arcade, and meet Santa himself. With singing snowmen, cookie chemistry, and twinkling tunnels, this is the sweetest science lesson ever. Light up Lomita Menorah Lighting Lomita City Hall 24300 Narbonne Ave. Lomita, CA 90717 Dec 21 4:30 pm FREE Celebrate Hanukkah under the stars with a giant menorah lighting, chocolate gelt drop from a firetruck, and festive community vibes! After the ceremony, head to Chabad of South Bay for latkes, donuts, and poke bowls. Yes—Hanukkah with poke bowls. We’re so here for it. Menorah Lighting Ronald Reagan Presidential Library 40 Presidential Dr. Simi Valley, CA 93065 Dec 21 4:30 pm FREE This elegant Hanukkah event combines history and heart. Celebrate the Festival of Lights with traditional music, crafts, and treats like latkes and donuts. It all happens outside, beneath the glow of a beautifully lit menorah—just be sure to arrive early if you plan to visit the museum too! Menorah Lighting Ceremony Manhattan Village Mall 3200 N Sepulveda Blvd. Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 Dec 21 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm FREE Wrap up the weekend with a joyful community menorah lighting at Manhattan Village! Expect lively music, games, sweet treats, and good vibes all around. This heartwarming celebration is a fun and festive way to bring Hanukkah to light—literally. O ngoing Events SPARKLE DTLA Nightly Light Show 2025 700 W 7th St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 Now - Dec 31 5 pm – 9 pm FREE The holiday lights keep dazzling at SPARKLE DTLA’s nightly show! With synchronized music and millions of colorful lights, this free display is perfect for an evening stroll with the family—or even a date night with the kids in tow. Shows start every hour on the hour starting at 5 pm! Passport to Santa Beverly Center 8500 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90048 Now - Dec 31 Various times $39 - $59 Santa’s not just visiting—he’s inviting your kids on an interactive holiday journey! At this whimsical North Pole adventure, kids earn passport stamps by building toys, racing gingerbread men, training with Rudolph, and more. Once their passport is full, they unlock entry to a Christmas Carnival packed with games, crafts, and festive bounce houses! Holidays Disneyland Resort 1460 South Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, CA 92802 Now – Jan 7 Various times The Happiest Place on Earth turns into the merriest  with Disneyland’s annual holiday celebration! Enjoy seasonal parades, dazzling fireworks, and festive overlays of beloved rides like Haunted Mansion Holiday  and it’s a small world . Over at California Adventure, the Disney Festival of Holidays honors global traditions with food, music, and characters like Mirabel and Miguel joining the fun. Don’t miss the nightly snow on Main Street, U.S.A. and the stunning 60-foot Christmas tree! Kidspace Winter Frolic Kidspace Children’s Museum 480 N. Arroyo Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91103 Now – Dec 24 Various times Get ready for snowy fun—without the actual snow! Kidspace’s Winter Frolic is back and more magical than ever, featuring sock skating (yep, no ice here!), snowball tossing at icy forts, a gingerbread trike ride, and the cutest no-melt snowman photo op you’ve ever seen. It’s hands-on holiday play designed just for kids ages 0–12. Don’t forget socks for skating and your camera for those frosty family pics! Winter Wonderland 4949 York Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90042 Now - Jan 18 Various times $25+ Step into a magical world of twinkling lights, sledding penguins, and holiday cheer with Bob Baker’s annual puppet spectacular! This nostalgic favorite features delightful marionettes, music, and wintery charm for kids of all ages. The show is indoors and runs on select days through the season, so grab tickets early! Enchanted: Forest of Light Descanso Gardens 1418 Descanso Drive La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011 Now – Jan 4 5:30 pm – 10 pm $0–$35 Step into a living fairytale with Descanso Gardens’ beloved Enchanted: Forest of Light ! This mile-long nighttime walk-through transforms the gardens into a glowing wonderland of interactive light installations. From Tom Fruin’s magical stained-glass village to the sparkling displays in the Ancient Forest and Rose Garden, this event is pure eye candy for all ages. Dress for the weather, grab some hot cocoa, and prepare to be dazzled! Tickets are timed and must be purchased in advance. Related: 45+ Fun Things to Do in Culver City: An Ultimate Guide! Main Street Farmers Market 2640 Main Street Santa Monica, 90405 Every Sunday 8:30 am - 1:30 pm FREE The Sunday Main Street Farmers Market features some of California’s freshest produce plus prepared foods from local Main Street restaurants as well as artisanal foods prepared with ingredients sourced from California farmers – you can’t get more local than that! Also, enjoy musical entertainment from a variety of weekly featured bands, face painting, balloon designs, and bi-weekly cooking demonstrations featuring local produce. Beverly Hills Farmers Market & Kid's Zone City of Beverly Hills 9300 block of Civic Center Dr. between Third Street and Santa Monica Boulevard Beverly Hills, CA Every Sunday 9 am - 1 pm FREE The Beverly Hills Farmers' Market is a weekly outdoor certified market that provides the finest California-grown, fresh, and seasonal fruits and vegetables, juices, bread, specialty items, and more in a festive outdoor setting. The event also features a petting zoo, and pony rides for a minimal fee. Do you want to find more fun things to do with your kids? We invite you to our 📅 events calendar with many family-friendly events and things to do on the weekends and every day of the week. Also, see our 🎢 huge list of places in and near LA . You can filter the places by category, age, and location. FUN WITH KID IN LA®: Where Fun and Family Come Together, All in One Place! Places to Go . Ticket Deals . Classes . Camps . Birthdays . Travel . Food . 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Music elevates the mood and heals the heart. It is a rewarding co-curricular activity that you can hone up as a creative skill with your effort and commitment. Every parent wants their child to learn music. Here are some essential things to keep in mind. 1. You need to know the kind of music your child likes Your kid will get to experience new types of music when they work with a teacher. However, it helps if parents and teachers know the kind of music a kid likes—that way, the teacher can design the music lessons so that your kid enjoys the lessons. Not every people know what they want. Since kids don't get exposed to music, it is essential to know their likes and dislikes. It is an excellent decision to take your kid out for shows where they can see many people play and listen to all kinds of music. Kids are honest about their likes and dislikes. It will help them develop their fondness for music before joining a music school, like Grace Music School. 2. Let the kid choose their musical instrument Choosing the correct musical instrument is essential for kids to learn music seamlessly. However, it might be challenging to select the right musical instrument. It is necessary for the kids to love what they are playing; else, they will lose interest. Hence, it is essential to allow your kids to decide on the sound they like, which keeps them engaged. One of the best ways is to let your little one play a wide range of instruments and then decide what they want best. It is going to take time, and it's best not to rush your kid. It's essential to know that different musical instruments need various skill sets. Hence, parents should give their kids all the time to figure out the device that fits their kids' choice and style. For instance, woodwinds and brass need a certain embouchure. It's good to check whether your kid can make the sound before enrolling them into a music class. If your kid can play with glass bottles by blowing air over them, they might like to get trained in flute. If your little one has nimble hands, they might want to play the guitar. Similarly, if your kid likes to sit down and perform, playing the drum might interest them. You need to consider these observations before you, and your kid makes the final decision. 3. Select a teacher who has a good personality Not every musician has the same personality, and the same applies to students. A student will spend ample time with a teacher, and hence their character matters the most. It is essential for your kid to like their music teacher. A teacher that your kid respects and gets along well with will inspire them to become a better student and musician. For instance, if your kid likes to play the saxophone or guitar, you need to meet up with a few teachers who teach the same musical instrument in your area and speak to them. It is essential to check with whom your child gets along best. Kids and adults learn music in different ways. It is necessary to find a teacher who can understand your child's psychology and teach music accurately. It will help create an excellent musical bond with the student so that they are interested in learning music for a longer time. 4. Create goals with the music teacher and choose a song to learn It is essential to have reasonable expectations when it comes to a music lesson. It's also more fun when a student and teacher mutually like a song and practice the same. Learning an entire guitar solo to Bohemian Rhapsody right after one month after starting your practice is not a good idea. Hence, the student and teacher must discuss a song that is easy to learn and train. After that, with consistent practice, students can hone up their music skills to a great extent and get trained in any musical track. 5. It's essential to get a good quality beginner musical instrument Your kids don't need an expensive musical instrument to learn music. However, it is necessary to invest in a musical instrument that will last for a long time. At times, parents opt-in for a cheap option, but that leads to buying poorly crafted instruments that are not the right choice. Your kids will not get the desired fun in playing that instrument as well. No kid would like it when their guitar goes entirely out of tune after a few lessons. Neither will your kid like it if the saxophone keys start to leak after a month or two. Even the repair techs don't work very well on the cheap musical instruments. Also, one repair can't fix the issue as you will need more repairs. These are some of the essential aspects you need to consider before enrolling your kid in a music class.

L.A. Zoo will be having a drive-in movie series happening three weekends in October for Halloween! This classic drive-in movie experience kicks off Friday, October 16 and runs through Sunday, November 1 with each weekend having a different theme. The featured movies are “Animal Adventures,” “The Brillant Betty White,” and “Hair-Raising Halloween.” This magical night under the stars will allow you and your family to enjoy a favorite pastime while remaining safe and physically distanced.  Movie theater fare will also be available through mobile food ordering from the comfort of your car. The first two weekends, gate opens at 6 p.m. with pre-show entertainment featuring favorite animals, trivia games, and more prior to the start of the movie at 8 p.m. Pricing for these two weekends: $40 per vehicle with up to two people; $50 per Member vehicle with three or more people; and $55 per general admission vehicle with three or more people. For the final weekend, the L.A. Zoo’s Halloween celebration rises from the dead with a spook-tacular four-night drive-in movie event starting Thursday, October 29 featuring Halloween classics. Gather the brood for a ghoulishly fun, yet safe, night that includes all the traditional Halloween trappings like frightful decor, bags of candy, a virtual costume contest, and more. The Zoo’s parking lot will transform into a creepy-cool classic drive-in with a festively decorated entry replete with phantasmagorical photo opportunities and a devilishly delicious candy pick-up station. Get in the spirit by dressing in costume for a chance to win prizes, and the first 50 decorated cars to arrive will receive a pumpkin as well as a carving stencil depicting an L.A. Zoo animal. Gate opens at 6 p.m. and will feature pre-show entertainment prior to the start of the movie at 8:30 p.m. Pricing for this weekend: $100 per vehicle with up to two people; $125 per Member vehicle with three or more people; and $140 per general admission vehicle with three or more people. For more information and to purchase tickets online, please visit www.lazoo.org/movies.

Now that you are stuck at home and most probably have cancelled all your trips, we have an alternative for you. You can now travel anywhere in the world without even leaving your home using Google Earth. It may not be as exciting as getting on the plane and literally fly to your vacation spot, but for now virtual travel is as good as it gets. Using Google Earth on your desktop, laptop, or mobile device, you can explore worldwide satellite imagery and 3D buildings and terrain for hundreds of cities. You can travel anywhere in the world, then dive in for a 360° perspective with street view. Simply drag and drop the little yellow person anywhere on the face of earth, and boom you are there walking on the streets. You can even search for an exact location and find yourself in front of your favorite vacation spot or the most amazing historical site in the world. You even get information about the location you are traveling to (virtually of course). You can choose between 3D view, 2D view or street view, and even walk into some museums and explore inside museums galleries. It is amazing how you can explore streets by streets of any city or town. Sometimes you will end up somewhere unexpected and will be amazed how you can even walk in the allies, on secluded beaches, behind buildings, on top of buildings, or under structures like Eiffel Tower. With Google Earth, the world is basically at your fingertips. You can dive into the world's deepest canyons, climb the tallest mountains, and discover cities around the world. You can also choose your adventure with Voyager, and take a guided tour around the globe with some of the world's leading storytellers, scientists, and nonprofits. The Voyager is an awesome way to learn about different cultures and show your kids how people live in other parts of the world. Start your adventure by clicking here.

At FUN WITH KIDS IN LA, our mission is to inspire parents every day to do fun things with their kids. We share the best of LA with our awesome followers, and as a thank you for being so awesome, we surprise you with gifts that will inspire you to make memories with your families. We are excited to partner up with Nights of The Jack this year again to giveaway a Drive-Thru ticket (Value $69) to the Nights of The Jack, Halloween’s biggest jack o’lantern experience that has ever hit Los Angeles. Due to Covid-19 and concern for everyone’s health and safety, Nights of The Jack has shifted to a DRIVE-THRU Halloween experience for this season! Nights Of The Jack is a Halloween event tailored for all ages. The immersive experience showcases thousands of hand-carved, illuminated pumpkins, situated throughout the stunning property at King Gillette Ranch. Expect to see some larger than life pumpkin installations as well as detailed artist depictions of your favorite movie stars, sports heroes, and animated characters. In addition to the attractions, there will be seasonal food and beverage offerings from some of LA’s top food trucks and vendors. The Night of the Jack starts on October 1st and continues through November 1st. The event starts at 7:00 pm each night. The driving trail itself is approximately one mile long and it is self-guided from your vehicle. You are are welcome to experience the attractions at a 5MPH speed limit. Most guests will spend about 25 minutes on the trail before having the opportunity to visit the Drive-In food court upon exiting the trail. The Nights of the Jack is located at the King Gillette Ranch at 26800 Mulholland Hwy., Calabasas, CA 91302. Click here for Google Map Direction. Click here to enter for a chance to win. You must be 18 years of age to enter. Giveaway ends on October 1, 2020. You can choose any night between October 2nd through November 1st. For more information about Nights of The Jack, please visit their official website.

Today, September 18, 2020, is the National Cheeseburger Day, and to celebrate, Applebee's has a great treat for you! Get any burger, fries and 30 oz drink for only $8.99 in honor of National Cheeseburger Day! This is a one day offer only which is available online by ordering at Applebees.com or through their mobile app. Applebee also offers family bundle meals on their menu every day. The family bundle meals serves 4-8 people and are the are as follows: 4-cheese Mac & Cheese Family Bundle (serves 6) for $58.99 Classic Broccoli Chicken Alfredo Family Bundle (serves 6) for $54.99 Riblets Family Bundle (serves 6) for $63.99 Chicken Tenders Family Bundle (serves 4) for $29.99 Chicken Tenders Family Bundle (serves 6) $52.99 Riblets & Chicken Tenders Combo Family Bundle (serves 6-8) for $79.99 Chesseburger Family Bundle (serves 4) for $37.99 You can order all these yummy foods right on Applebee's website or through their app.

Amazon Prime Day is two days in the year when you can buy all the things that are on your favorite list at a discounted rate. From Kitchen gadgets, electronics, to toys and clothing, you can find so many items at very good prices during Prime Day. Here is a list of some our favorite items for your home that are on sale during the "Prime Day" which is happening on October 13th and 14th this year! Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker The Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker fits anywhere and is perfect for your morning coffee. It brews any cup size between 6-12oz with Keurig K-Cup pods. All you need to do is add water and your morning coffee, hot chocolate, or tea will be ready in no time. The Keurig K-Mini is on sale for only $44.99 from the list price of $79.99. Echo Show 5 - Smart display with Alexa Alexa can show you more with Echo Show like managing your day, entertain at a glance, and connect you to friends and family. Cook along to step-by-step recipes. Ask Alexa to show you movie trailers, TV shows, movies, or the news. Or listen to radio stations, podcasts, and audiobooks. You can also control your smart home, control lights, and adjust thermostats. And call friends and family who have an Echo device with a screen, or Skype. The Echo show is on sale for $44.99 from the original price of $89.99. Amazon eero mesh WiFi system (3-pack) Don’t let WiFi slow you down, especially now that the kids are home online. Get the most from your WiFi by streaming, and working from anywhere in your home. An eero 3-pack is a whole-home WiFi system that replaces your router and covers up to 5,000 sq. ft. It also works with Alexa enabling you to easily manage WiFi access for devices and individuals in the home, taking focus away from screens and back to what’s important. During Prime Day, eero Mesh WiFi system is down to $174 from the usual price of $249. iRobot Roomba 692 Robot Vacuum The Roomba 692 is a great way to begin cleaning your home smarter. Just schedule it to clean up daily dirt, dust, and debris with the iRobot Home app or your voice assistant. This smart Vacuum learns your cleaning habits to offer up personalized schedules. Dirt Detect Sensors alert your robot about dirtier areas of your home, like high-traffic spots, & cleans them more thoroughly. This smart Robot Vacuum is available now at $199.99 from the usual price of $319.99. SodaStream Jet Sparkling Water Maker Make fresh sparkling water at the push of a button. This SodaStream Jet Sparking Water Maker includes Sparkling Water Maker, 60L CO2 cylinder, and 1 Liter BPA-free reusable carbonating bottle. Each cylinder carbonates up to 60 liters of water. It is BPA free and better for the planet. You can purchase this item at $47.99 during Prime Day versus $79.99 on other days. Cordless Stick/Handheld Vacuum Cleaner This cordless super lightweight Vacuum Cleaner has powerful suction for multi-surface cleaning. Easily maneuvers through every room with long-lasting battery which delivers up to 25 minutes of uninterrupted runtime. It also converts to a handheld vacuum with versatile attachments to reach corners, stairs and crevices. This vacuum is usually $214 but it is on sale now for $149.99. Over the Sink Dish Drying Rack This Over the Sink Dish Drying Rack saves you lots of counter space. It is easy to assemble and clean, and it is sturdy enough to hold the weight of dishes on the counter. It is on sale during Prime Day for $59.49 from the usual price of $73.99. Smokeless Indoor Electric Grill Enjoy Korean BBQ grilling with your family at home at any time. This large non-stick grilling surface provides enough space to grill multiple foods for 6 people each time. It also comes with 8 paddles with cool touch handles for versatile cooking options. Cook up meats, veggies, seafood, and more with melted cheese – all in one unit! The flat side is perfect for cooking pancakes, eggs. The textured surface creates a beautiful texture on Steaks, Chicken, Bacon, etc. This is on sale for $48.43 during Prime Day versus the usual price of $64.43. To find other Prime Day deals for your home or your family click here. You can also do your shopping for Holiday to save yourself lots of money during the Prime Day Sale. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliated links.

Adapted for the stage from the mid-16th century text The Nican Mopohua this site-specific epic event, presented by GOYA Foods and produced by the Latino Theater Company at Downtown L.A.’s Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, unites families during the holiday season. A Los Angeles holiday tradition starring Esperanza America as the Virgin and featuring over 100 actors, singers and indigenous Aztec dancers as well as children and seniors from the community in the City’s largest theatrical holiday production. According to Latino Theater Company artistic director José Luis Valenzuela, “At this time, when the Latinx community is experiencing increased racism and discrimination, the story of Juan Diego, who suffered the same because he was a dark-skinned indigenous peasant, is more important than ever. Offering this beautiful pageant to the Los Angeles community FREE of charge is a gift to all Angelenos, but especially to poor and working families who cannot afford to attend other holiday offerings. This event is taking place on December 6, 2019 and December 7, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. at Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels located at 555 W. Temple St., Los Angeles, CA 90012. Admission is free, but reserved seating is available for $45. #holiday

The Scenario Studio – a company that once catered exclusively to the private parties of celebrities and over 100 A-listers, will have its first Beverly Hills pop-up this Holiday Season! You are 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. Throughout BOLD Holidays, you will have a chance to experience Ganun’s signature “Upside Down” room and a selection of scenes created specifically for BOLD Holidays for FREE. You can also meet John Ganun at The Scenario Studio on select dates: Thursday, November 14: 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Saturday, November 30: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday, December 14: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Stop by The Scenario Studio between November 14, 2019 and December 22, 2019 with your smartphones or your best camera and be ready to take amazing pictures at the studio. Hours: Monday – Thursday: 12 p.m. - 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday (BOLD Nights): 12 p.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday: 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.Closed Thanksgiving Tag photos of your experience with @lovebevhills and @rodeodrive. For more information and pop-up hours, please visit www.lovebeverlyhills.com/boldbh.

Join the tradition this year at IHOP to welcome the scout Elves back from the North Pole! At the end of November, the first group of Santa's Scout Elves depart the North Pole to make their way to homes around the world. In a welcome weekend celebration, families welcome back their Scout Elves with a breakfast prepared by them, or even by their Scout Elves. Join IHOP's celebration from November 29 ‑ December 1 with a magical menu created by the Scout Elf chefs and maybe you'll even spot IHOP's elf in the restaurant. For the full menu, visit IHOP's official website.

The L.A. County Holiday Celebration is L.A.’s largest holiday spectacular and it is celebrating its 60th anniversary on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2019. This free three-hour holiday show features more than 20 music ensembles, choirs and dance companies from the many neighborhoods and cultures that make up L.A. PBS SoCal will be hosting a live broadcast of the event that has been a Los Angeles holiday tradition since 1959, while KCET will be airing the program twice on Christmas Day. Legendary Cuban jazz trumpet player Arturo Sandoval, accompanied by his world-renowned band, will kick off this year’s celebration with a medley of holiday songs. Returning favorites include Hālau Keali’i o Nālani & the Daniel Ho Trio, the Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles, gospel choir Greater LA Cathedral Choir, Jung Im Lee Korean Dance Academy and folklorico troupe Pacifico Dance Company. Some of this year’s newcomers include Latin folk band Cuñao, the dancers and drummers of African Soul International and a cappella group Street Corner Renaissance. All female, two-time GRAMMY award-winning Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea will team up with their “brother” band Mariachi Espectacular, and Jewish cultural revival band Mostly Kosher will share the stage with Urban Voices Project, a choir made up of men and women surviving homelessness on Skid Row. Click here for a complete list of this year’s performers — 25 groups in all. For the first time this year, from noon to 5 p.m., you can enjoy Plaza Wonderland, a family fun zone with games, coloring and face-painting, a photo booth and numerous art-making workshops where kids and adults can create paper poinsettias and lanterns to take home, You will also be able to watch holiday favorites on the Plaza screens, including Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1964) and The Grinch (2018), and enjoy food for purchase, including four tamale stations. The event takes place at The Music Center's Dorothy Chandler Pavilion on December 24, 2019 from 3 pm to 6 pm. Doors open at 2:30 pm. YOu can come and go throughout the three-hour performance. The address is 135 N. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90012. The admission is absolutely free, and it is first come, first seated. No reservations or tickets are needed. Parking is free in the Music Center parking garage. If you can't make it to The Music Center on Dec. 24, you can watch the live broadcast on PBS SoCal starting at 3 p.m., with the rebroadcast on KCET on Christmas Day from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. – 10 p.m., or online at pbssocal.org/holidaycelebration.