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Easter Bunny Pictures and Easter Brunches Near Los Angeles

Hop aboard the Easter Eggstravaganza! Photo courtesy of Irvine Park Railroad

The Easter Bunny sure does hop around from place to place in Los Angeles this time of year! Need an Easter Bunny meet-and-greet for the sensory sensitive? We've got that. Want your bunny time served up with a side of flapjacks? We've got that, too. Find our favorite furry friend at trains, farms, parks, spring festivals, and more.

To fill your Easter bunny baskets ten times over, check out Easter egg hunts in Los Angeles. Kids may also enjoy easy Easter crafts to do at home. If Easter events have you in a spring mood, browse our Spring Fun Guide: Best Things To Do with LA & OC Kids. Be sure to check our calendar of events for more Easter happenings, as we're adding more every day. 

School Break Camps: Holiday and Spring Break Camps Keep Kids Busy on Days Off

Surfing camp will be swell. Photo courtesy of Learn to Surf LA

School break camps in Los Angeles offer an exciting and enriching experience for children during their time off from school. These camps provide a range of activities, from arts and crafts to sports and outdoor adventures, ensuring kids stay engaged and entertained while learning new skills and making friends when off from school. 

With a variety of themes and programs tailored to different age groups and interests, there are school break camps for every child, providing parents with a convenient and reliable option during school breaks and holidays. 

Speaking of camps, popular camps fill up fast, so check out the best summer day camps in Los Angeles, let the kids work up a sweat at the top sports summer camps in LA, and find even more options in our Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide

Guide To the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway with Kids: Everything You Need to Know

Palm Springs Tramway observation deck photo by author Jackie Jones

The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway offers a thrilling adventure for visitors of all ages. Ascending the sheer cliffs of Chino Canyon, the tramway provides breathtaking views of the Coachella Valley and beyond. 

At the Mountain Station, located at an elevation of 8,516 feet, families can explore hiking trails, enjoy dining with scenic vistas, revel in winter activities, and experience the natural beauty of the San Jacinto Mountains. With cooler temperatures and stunning landscapes, the tramway offers a refreshing escape from the desert heat and unforgettable memories for families seeking outdoor recreation and exploration at new heights. 

Explore more to do in Palm Springs with kids, plan road trips from Los Angeles for a family getaway, and find adventures in our Weekend Getaway Guide and Day Trips for Los Angeles Families

Best Free and Fun Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids March 2024

Spring flutters into the Butterfly Pavilion at the NHM. Photo courtesy of the Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County

From St. Patrick's Day to Easter, March springs ahead with things to do in Los Angeles with kids. Don’t miss our favorite activities taking place in Los Angeles this month.

March into the month with tasty theme park festivals like the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival and Knott’s Boysenberry Festival. Lucky you: Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with parades in Hermosa Beach and Ventura. An early Easter means your March basket is full of spring festivals and egg hunts like the annual Underwood Farm's Springtime Easter Festival

These are just a few of our favorite things to do in Los Angeles this March—we're adding more events to the Los Angeles Events Calendar every day. 

Northridge with Kids: 21 Best Things To Do in Northridge, CA

Roll into Northridge with kids for fun family-friendly adventures. Photo courtesy of Canva

Exploring Northridge with kids might not be at the top of your Los Angeles bucket list like Santa Monica, Hollywood, or Malibu is. However, this family-friendly suburb in the San Fernando Valley provides an array of activities suitable for kids of all ages. 

CSUN is a big focus in Northridge and acts as the hub of the community. Whether it's outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, or simply spending quality time together, Northridge offers plenty of opportunities for families to have a great time. 

For more family-friendly adventures in the San Fernando Valley, spend the day at Lake Balboa, head to Discovery Cube for science activities, and discover all there is to do in Sherman Oaks with kids. Find more things to do in LA with our Los Angeles Visitors' Guide for Families

Best Waterfall Hikes Near Los Angeles for Families

Wander to a local waterfall, with excited kids in tow.

Add waterfall hikes near Los Angeles to your winter bucket lists. Winter weather means waterfall hikes near Los Angeles tend to be at their peak.

Some of these beautiful gems hide their light under a dry bushel in drought years, so when the (rare) precipitation pours into Los Angeles, step into nature and admire the impressive flowing waters. But don't forget an extra pair of socks when embarking on waterfall hikes near Los Angeles because your feet might get wet from those creek crossings. 

If your little one is a burgeoning adventure enthusiast, take them on these beginner hikes for toddlers or level up the difficulty on these best hikes for families. Find all our favorite hikes for kids in our hiking and camping guide for Los Angeles families

Top Sports Summer Camps in Los Angeles: Soccer Summer Camps, Baseball Camps, and More

Get your game on at sports summer camps. Photo courtesy of Saken Sports Camp

Sports summer camps in Los Angeles are perfect for kids to hone their sports skills, get some outdoor exercise, and test out the waters in new sports. 

Sports summer camps not only give your kiddos a leg up on the competition, but they also can give your kids the confidence they need to excel in activities outside of sports and learn teamwork. Beyond that, sports summer camps bring fantastic friendships and lasting memories. Find which sports camps in Los Angeles are the right fit for your family by reading below. 

Want more camp ideas? Discover the best summer day camps in LA, hang ten at surf camps for little groms, and more. Find plenty more summer camp options in our Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide

Best Children's Museums in Los Angeles and Orange County

Dive into fun at the Cayton Children's Museum. Photo by Matthew Tucciarone

Children's museums in Los Angeles and Orange County offer immersive and interactive amusement to engage young minds and foster creativity, curiosity, and exploration. Southern California has plenty of local museums to excite and inspire visitors of all ages. 

A museum where kids are encouraged to touch exhibits, climb on furniture, and ask as many questions as they want is the holy grail of indoor activities. However, some of these children's museums have exciting outdoor water features that are great for summer fun. Here are the best children's museums in Los Angeles and beyond to entertain and enrich curious kiddos. 

For more museum outings, discover free museum days in Los Angeles, and let the kids run wild at the top indoor playgrounds and play spaces in LA. There's plenty more to explore in our Museum Guide for Kids in Los Angeles and Orange County.  

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