Los Angeles, CA weekend events for babies & toddlers (0–2)

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Weekend of Nov 13–15

Big outings

Fri, Nov 13 · 4pm–8pm

Holiday Magic Tree Lighting at Plaza West Covina

Plaza West Covina — West Covina · Los Angeles Co. · LA County

Help Santa light the tree with live holiday performances, a holiday market and photos with Santa.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Free
Indoors

Food Court and Center Court.

Details at Plaza West Covina ↗

Sat, Nov 14 · 10am–4pm

East LA Youth Mariachi Festival

East LA Civic Center — East Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · LA County

Free community festival of young mariachi performers with vendors, food and family activities.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Free

Details at The Goddess Mercado ↗

Sat, Nov 14 · 1pm–7pm

Kinder Fest (World Children's Day celebration)

Grand Central Collective — Santa Clarita · Los Angeles Co. · LA County

Free indoor family festival with music, crafts, games, train rides and face painting.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Free
Indoors

Free registration required.

Details at Angels of Ukraine ↗

Sat, Nov 14 · 5pm–7pm

SPARKLE DTLA Grand Debut at The Bloc

The Bloc — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

Holiday light show debut with Santa photos, kids' face painting, crafts and live music.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Free

Check-in begins 4:30pm; light show at 6:45pm. Face painting for kids 12 and under.

Details at The Bloc ↗

Nov 6 – Jan 10

Winter Frolic at Kidspace

Kidspace Children's Museum — Pasadena · Los Angeles Co. · LA County

Seasonal holiday celebration throughout the children's museum.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Included with museum admission
Indoors

Museum hours; museum closed Nov 26 (Thanksgiving).

Details at Kidspace Children's Museum ↗

Nov 12 – Jan 10

NightTales at the Natural History Museum

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

After-dark holiday light, sound and projection experience in the museum gardens.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Tickets required

Select nights Nov 12, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027.

Details at Natural History Museum of LA County ↗

Nov 13 – Nov 15

Samuel Oschin Air and Space Center opening weekend (space shuttle Endeavour)

California Science Center — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

The new Air and Space Center opens with space shuttle Endeavour in launch position, 100 artifacts and 100 hands-on exhibits.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Free
Indoors

Opens to the public Nov 13, 2026 and stays open after; reserve a timed entry in advance due to high demand.

Details at California Science Center ↗

Museums, gardens & more

Sat, Nov 14 · 10am–2pm

Family Fun Day: Native Beadwork at the Autry

Autry Museum of the American West — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

Hands-on beading with Navajo artist Brighid Pulskamp; make your own beadwork to take home.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Paid: Museum admission rates apply; free for members
Indoors

Reservations required.

Details at Autry Museum of the American West ↗

Sun, Nov 15 · 12:30pm–3:30pm

Andell Family Sundays: Home of the Future at LACMA

LACMA, W.M. Keck Plaza — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

Free drop-in family art workshop inspired by the Home of the Future exhibition.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Free

Details at LACMA ↗

Library storytimes & programs (15, free)

From LA County Library and Los Angeles Public Library branches. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Nov 13

Fri, Nov 13–Sat, Nov 14 · times varySmarty Pants Storytime · At 20 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

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West Covina Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10am
Wiseburn Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:15am
Lawndale Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:30am
Carson Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:30am
Hawaiian Gardens Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:30am
La Cañada Flintridge Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:30am
South El Monte Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:30am
Artesia Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Duarte Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Pico Rivera Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
San Gabriel Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Lynwood Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Paramount Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Bell Express Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Westlake Village Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11:30am
Bell Gardens Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11:30am
Temple City Library Sat, Nov 14 · 11am
Avalon Library Sat, Nov 14 · 11am
Maywood Library Sat, Nov 14 · 11:30am
Compton Library Sat, Nov 14 · 12pm

Library event page →

10:15amMoving and Grooving · Quartz Hill Library, Quartz Hill 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

10:15amSmart Start: Baby Band · Diamond Bar Library, Diamond Bar 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Fri, Nov 13–Sat, Nov 14 · times varyBaby Storytime · At 4 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · Free

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Lancaster Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:30am
Baldwin Park Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:30am
Claremont Helen Renwick Library Sat, Nov 14 · 10:15am
La Puente Library Sat, Nov 14 · 10:15am

Library event page →

10:30amBaby Toddler Storytime · Westlake Village Library, Westlake Village 0-2 · Free

10:30amPlay & Explore · Woodcrest Library, Woodcrest 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Fri, Nov 13–Sat, Nov 14 · times varyWelcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies · At 3 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · Free

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Clifton M. Brakensiek Library Fri, Nov 13 · 10:30am
Avalon Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
Masao W. Satow Library Sat, Nov 14 · 11am

Library event page →

Fri, Nov 13–Sat, Nov 14 · times varyBaby Band Practice · At 2 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

See all 2 branches

Leland R. Weaver Library Fri, Nov 13 · 11am
South El Monte Library Sat, Nov 14 · 10:30am

Library event page →

11:30amRainbow Parenting & Family Program: Self-Portrait Art Activity · Rosemead Library, Rosemead 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Saturday, Nov 14

10:30amNoteworthy Puppets · Hermosa Beach Library, Hermosa Beach 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Sat, Nov 14 · times varyPlay and Explore · At 3 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

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Carson Library Sat, Nov 14 · 10:30am
El Camino Real Library Sat, Nov 14 · 2pm
La Mirada Library Sat, Nov 14 · 3pm

Library event page →

11amBook Party: Turkey Trouble · Acton Agua Dulce Library, Acton Agua Dulce 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11amLittle Artists · Live Oak Library, Live Oak 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11:30amBaby Band · Florence Library, Florence 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

2pmArt Adventures for Toddlers · East Los Angeles Library, East Los Angeles 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Weekend of Nov 20–22

Big outings

Sat, Nov 21 · 4pm–8pm

Light Up Main Street in Old Town Newhall

Main Street, Old Town Newhall — Santa Clarita · Los Angeles Co. · LA County

Santa Clarita's holiday kickoff with a tree lighting, live music, food trucks and snow.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Free

Tree lighting about 5:30pm. Road closures on Main Street.

Details at Old Town Newhall / City of Santa Clarita ↗

Nov 6 – Jan 10

Winter Frolic at Kidspace

Kidspace Children's Museum — Pasadena · Los Angeles Co. · LA County

Seasonal holiday celebration throughout the children's museum.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Included with museum admission
Indoors

Museum hours; museum closed Nov 26 (Thanksgiving).

Details at Kidspace Children's Museum ↗

Nov 12 – Jan 10

NightTales at the Natural History Museum

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

After-dark holiday light, sound and projection experience in the museum gardens.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Tickets required

Select nights Nov 12, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027.

Details at Natural History Museum of LA County ↗

Nov 20 – Jan 10

L.A. Zoo Lights

Los Angeles Zoo — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

Holiday light walk through the zoo with twinkling lights and festive displays.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Tickets start at $19; members save

Select evenings Nov 20, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027; box office 5:45–8:45pm on event days. Free parking.

Details at Los Angeles Zoo ↗

Nov 22 – Jan 9 · 5:30pm–10pm

Enchanted: Forest of Light

Descanso Gardens — La Cañada Flintridge · Los Angeles Co. · LA County

Nighttime walk through illuminated gardens and forest light installations.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Non-members: adults $29–52, children $19–37 (varies by date and entry time)

Closed Nov 26 (Thanksgiving) and Dec 25. Separate ticket from daytime admission.

Details at Descanso Gardens ↗

Museums, gardens & more

Sun, Nov 22 · 12pm–4pm

STEAM Family Day

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

Family science festival with shows and hands-on activities, including a Hip Hop Science Show.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Paid: See museum site
Indoors

Details at Natural History Museum of LA County ↗

Library storytimes & programs (16, free)

From LA County Library and Los Angeles Public Library branches. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Nov 20

Fri, Nov 20–Sat, Nov 21 · times varySmarty Pants Storytime · At 18 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

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West Covina Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10am
Wiseburn Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:15am
Carson Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:30am
Hawaiian Gardens Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:30am
Sunkist Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:30am
La Cañada Flintridge Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:30am
South El Monte Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:30am
Artesia Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
Duarte Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
San Gabriel Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
Lynwood Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
Paramount Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
Bell Express Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
Westlake Village Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11:30am
Bell Gardens Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11:30am
Avalon Library Sat, Nov 21 · 11am
Maywood Library Sat, Nov 21 · 11:30am
Compton Library Sat, Nov 21 · 12pm

Library event page →

10:30amArtist's Playground · Walnut Library, Walnut 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Fri, Nov 20–Sat, Nov 21 · times varyBaby Storytime · At 3 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · Free

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Lancaster Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:30am
Baldwin Park Library Fri, Nov 20 · 10:30am
La Puente Library Sat, Nov 21 · 10:15am

Library event page →

10:30amBaby Toddler Storytime · Westlake Village Library, Westlake Village 0-2 · Free

11amPlay and Explore · Masao W. Satow Library, Masao W. Satow 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11amThe Source: Resource Event for the Unhoused and Housing Insecure · San Fernando Library, San Fernando 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Fri, Nov 20 · times varyWelcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies · At 2 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · Free

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Avalon Library Fri, Nov 20 · 11am
Culver City Julian Dixon Library Fri, Nov 20 · 1pm

Library event page →

12pmAdopt A Shleter Pet and Read to Rover · Topanga Library, Topanga 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Saturday, Nov 21

10:30amCircle Time · Carson Library, Carson 0-2 · Free

Sat, Nov 21 · times varyPlay & Explore · At 2 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

See all 2 branches

Claremont Helen Renwick Library Sat, Nov 21 · 10:30am
Rosemead Library Sat, Nov 21 · 11am

Library event page →

10:30amSensory Play for Babies · South El Monte Library, South El Monte 0-2 · Free

10:30amToddler Art · Hermosa Beach Library, Hermosa Beach 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11amSaturday Storytime · Manhattan Beach Library, Manhattan Beach 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11:30amAutumn Art for Toddlers and Preschoolers · Graham Library, Graham 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

11:30amMusic and Movement for Babies · Agoura Hills Library, Agoura Hills 0-2 · Free

Sunday, Nov 22

1pmCommunity Puzzle Exchange · West Hollywood Library, West Hollywood 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Weekend of Nov 27–29

Big outings

Sun, Nov 29

Hollywood Christmas Parade

Hollywood Blvd — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

The 94th Hollywood Christmas Parade with floats, marching bands, celebrities and Santa.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Free

Start time not yet posted on the official site; route streets begin closing at 1pm. U-shaped route: Hollywood Blvd from Orange Dr to Vine, Vine to Sunset, Sunset back to Orange.

Details at The Hollywood Christmas Parade ↗

Nov 6 – Jan 10

Winter Frolic at Kidspace

Kidspace Children's Museum — Pasadena · Los Angeles Co. · LA County

Seasonal holiday celebration throughout the children's museum.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Included with museum admission
Indoors

Museum hours; museum closed Nov 26 (Thanksgiving).

Details at Kidspace Children's Museum ↗

Nov 12 – Jan 10

NightTales at the Natural History Museum

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

After-dark holiday light, sound and projection experience in the museum gardens.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Tickets required

Select nights Nov 12, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027.

Details at Natural History Museum of LA County ↗

Nov 20 – Jan 10

L.A. Zoo Lights

Los Angeles Zoo — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

Holiday light walk through the zoo with twinkling lights and festive displays.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Tickets start at $19; members save

Select evenings Nov 20, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027; box office 5:45–8:45pm on event days. Free parking.

Details at Los Angeles Zoo ↗

Nov 22 – Jan 9 · 5:30pm–10pm

Enchanted: Forest of Light

Descanso Gardens — La Cañada Flintridge · Los Angeles Co. · LA County

Nighttime walk through illuminated gardens and forest light installations.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Non-members: adults $29–52, children $19–37 (varies by date and entry time)

Closed Nov 26 (Thanksgiving) and Dec 25. Separate ticket from daytime admission.

Details at Descanso Gardens ↗

Library storytimes & programs (5, free)

From LA County Library and Los Angeles Public Library branches. Some need registration; check the library page.

Saturday, Nov 28

10amPlay & Explore · View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library, View Park Bebe Moore Campbell 0-2 · Free

10:30amPlay and Explore · Carson Library, Carson 0-2 · Free

Sat, Nov 28 · times varySmarty Pants Storytime · At 3 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

See all 3 branches

Avalon Library Sat, Nov 28 · 11am
Maywood Library Sat, Nov 28 · 11:30am
Compton Library Sat, Nov 28 · 12pm

Library event page →

11amWelcome to the Library: For Parents and Babies · Woodcrest Library, Woodcrest 0-2 · Free

2pmOnce Upon a Greeting Card · Culver City Julian Dixon Library, Culver City Julian Dixon 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

Weekend of Dec 4–6

Big outings

Nov 6 – Jan 10

Winter Frolic at Kidspace

Kidspace Children's Museum — Pasadena · Los Angeles Co. · LA County

Seasonal holiday celebration throughout the children's museum.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Included with museum admission
Indoors

Museum hours; museum closed Nov 26 (Thanksgiving).

Details at Kidspace Children's Museum ↗

Nov 12 – Jan 10

NightTales at the Natural History Museum

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

After-dark holiday light, sound and projection experience in the museum gardens.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Tickets required

Select nights Nov 12, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027.

Details at Natural History Museum of LA County ↗

Nov 20 – Jan 10

L.A. Zoo Lights

Los Angeles Zoo — Los Angeles · Los Angeles Co. · City of LA

Holiday light walk through the zoo with twinkling lights and festive displays.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Tickets start at $19; members save

Select evenings Nov 20, 2026 – Jan 10, 2027; box office 5:45–8:45pm on event days. Free parking.

Details at Los Angeles Zoo ↗

Nov 22 – Jan 9 · 5:30pm–10pm

Enchanted: Forest of Light

Descanso Gardens — La Cañada Flintridge · Los Angeles Co. · LA County

Nighttime walk through illuminated gardens and forest light installations.

Ages 0-2
Ages 3-5
Ages 6-10
11+
Big outing
Paid: Non-members: adults $29–52, children $19–37 (varies by date and entry time)

Closed Nov 26 (Thanksgiving) and Dec 25. Separate ticket from daytime admission.

Details at Descanso Gardens ↗

Library storytimes & programs (13, free)

From LA County Library and Los Angeles Public Library branches. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Dec 4

Fri, Dec 4–Sat, Dec 5 · times varySmarty Pants Storytime · At 13 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

See all 13 branches

Hermosa Beach Library Fri, Dec 4 · 9:30am
George Nye, Jr. Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:15am
Gardena Mayme Dear Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:15am
La Cañada Flintridge Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:30am
Lawndale Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:30am
Carson Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:30am
Pico Rivera Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am
Duarte Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am
Bell Express Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am
San Gabriel Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11am
Bell Gardens Library Fri, Dec 4 · 11:30am
Maywood Library Sat, Dec 5 · 11:30am
Compton Library Sat, Dec 5 · 12pm

Library event page →

Fri, Dec 4–Sat, Dec 5 · times varyBaby Storytime · At 2 LA County and LA Public Library branches 0-2 · Free

See all 2 branches

Lancaster Library Fri, Dec 4 · 10:30am
La Puente Library Sat, Dec 5 · 10:15am

Library event page →

11amPlay and Explore · Masao W. Satow Library, Masao W. Satow 0-2 · Free

3pmThe Source: Resource Event for the Unhoused and Housing Insecure · Lennox Library, Lennox 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

5pmDaddy & Me Storytime · Culver City Julian Dixon Library, Culver City Julian Dixon 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Saturday, Dec 5

10amPlay & Explore · View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library, View Park Bebe Moore Campbell 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

10:15amMoving and Grooving · Quartz Hill Library, Quartz Hill 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

10:30amBaby Band Practice · Bell Gardens Library, Bell Gardens 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

10:30amCheryl Lev Family Concert · Hermosa Beach Library, Hermosa Beach 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

10:30amCircle Time · Carson Library, Carson 0-2 · Free

10:30amEnglish/Mandarin Bilingual Storytime 中英雙語故事時間 · Rowland Heights Library, Rowland Heights 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · Free

11amToddler Paint: Ice Cube Painting · Rosemead Library, Rosemead 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

2pmArctic Trivia Night · Culver City Julian Dixon Library, Culver City Julian Dixon 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free

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126 events tagged for babies & toddlers (0–2) across the next 4 weekends. Events whose source doesn't list ages aren't included here; see the full list.

Updated November 12, 2026