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50 Amazing Things To Do in Los Angeles with Kids this Spring

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The Flower Fields at Carlsbad are filled with gorgeous blooms. Photo by Chris Jimenez/Flickr/CC-BY-2.0

Spring is in the Los Angeles air, which means wildflowers bloom, waterfalls gush, and after a long winter at home, it's finally time to start venturing out again to take advantage of all the wonderful springtime things to do in Los Angeles. Spring is the best time to explore LA—the weather is gorgeous, but it's before desert destinations get too hot and beaches get too crowded. Without further ado, here is our roundup of 50 great spring activities in Los Angeles for the whole family. These picks range from outdoor adventures to museums—plus a few suggestions for ticketed activities and even some spring day trips and getaways.

Don't forget, you can find more seasonal happenings in our Los Angeles Spring Fun Guide or our always-bursting Event Calendar, where we add new events every day.

St. Patrick's Day Weekend 2025 in Los Angeles: St. Patrick Parades, Pi Day, and More Things to Do

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Don your green in Ventura. Photo by Brendan Daly, courtesy of the County Ventura St. Patrick's Day Parade

Looking for the best things to do in Los Angeles this St. Patrick's Day weekend? St. Patrick’s Day 2025 is packed with parades, leprechauns, and more fun events.

The luck of the Irish is rubbing off on us this St. Patrick's Day, giving us a weekend filled with fun things to do. Folks line the streets to cheer on the festive Hermosa Beach St. Patrick's Day Parade and County Ventura St. Patrick's Day Parade. Green also heralds the budding of spring, as does the return of Butterfly Season at Kidspace. And for our pot of gold at the end of the weekend: Museums Free-for-All day, with dozens of Southland institutions opening their doors to welcome us in for free. 

Best Summer Day Camps in Los Angeles

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Where else are kids going to learn archery, besides summer camp? Photo courtesy of Tom Sawyer Camp

Summer day camps in Los Angeles cater to a wide range of interests and ages. From traditional outdoor adventures to specialized programs in arts, sciences, and sports, there's something for every child. Camps in Los Angeles often take advantage of the city's natural beauty, with options for beachside activities, hiking in the nearby mountains, and exploring urban parks.

Whether it's making new friends, learning new skills, or simply having fun in the California sun, summer day camps in Los Angeles provide memorable experiences that last a lifetime.

Discover more summer day camps in Los Angeles, like performing arts summer camps, science & STEM summer camps, and surfing camps. There's even more in our Camp Directory and Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide. 

Top 10 Kid-Friendly Science Museums in Los Angeles

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Dive into science! Photo by (c) Jonathan Selig 2025, courtesy of California Science Center

Los Angeles is home to incredible science museums that make learning fun for kids of all ages. If you want to make science concepts come alive for littles, nothing quite does the job like interactive and engaging exhibits. These science museums provide the chance to touch, see, feel, and learn all about different scientific studies, from anatomy to astronomy. Turn your kids into science-whiz kids by visiting them all! 

In LA, you can find museums kids will enjoy for every interest and price point. Browse this list of the best children's museums in LA, bookmark these free museum days, and discover more museum outings in our Museum Guide for Kids in Los Angeles and Orange County. 

Musical Theater and Performing Arts Summer Camps in Los Angeles and OC

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Get into character! Summer Camp photo courtesy of A Noise Within Theatre

Performing arts summer camps seem like a given in a city full of Hollywood starlets and movie studios. Young thespians can hone their skills at musical theater summer camps in Los Angeles.

Warm up those vocal chords and get your jazz hands ready. Performing arts summer camps in Los Angeles offer an immersive experience where children can explore their creativity and develop their talents in theater, music, dance, and more. With fun activities and opportunities to showcase their acting chops, these camps provide a memorable and enriching summer for budding performers. 

In addition to performing arts summer camps, check out STEM summer camps in LA, browse the best summer day camps in Los Angeles, and find more camps in our Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide. 

St. Patrick's Day Parades and More Best Things to Do in Los Angeles March 2025 with Kids

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Spring into family-friendly fun at the LA Zoo. Photo by Jamie Pham

From St. Patrick's Day to early Easter celebrations, 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.

Lucky you: Families can celebrate St. Patrick's Day with parades in Hermosa Beach and Ventura. More parades will march into the month, with the Swallows Day Parade in San Juan Capistrano and the rescheduled Golden Dragon Lunar New Year Parade in Chinatown. Easter celebrations begin at Irvine Park Railroad and Underwood Family Farms, and wild fun bounces into Griffith Park at the LA Zoo's Spring Fling. 

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. 

Ultimate California Bucket List: 100 Things To Do With Kids in CA

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Immerse yourself in Solvang's Danish culture. Photo courtesy of Visit California

California is the ultimate playground for kids, brimming with unforgettable experiences and stunning natural wonders. From the magic of Disneyland to the awe-inspiring beauty of Yosemite, the Golden State offers endless opportunities for exploration. There are easily 100 things to do with kids in California. 

In California, you can go snow tubing in Big Bear and make it to Santa Monica Beach for sunset on the same day. You can also traverse redwood trails through Henry Cowell and ride the Giant Dipper on the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk next to the Pacific Ocean on the same day. Kids can experience some of the most renowned animal encounters in the world, from the San Diego Zoo to the Monterey Bay Aquarium. California is also home to the most national parks in the country.  

From Los Angeles to San Francisco, California offers a diverse bucket list of experiences that will provide lasting memories for life. 

Yes, You Can Ride Camels near LA at the Oasis Camel Dairy

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Have your cameras ready because these guys move fast when they smell food! Photo by Chuck Rose

The Oasis Camel Dairy in Ramona, CA is a total hidden gem. I’ve been looking for fun things to do with my kids now, and writing about it, for over a dozen years. I know every fun hole in the wall in LA, OC, San Diego, Ventura Counties, and a good bit of the rest of California, too. And I still hadn't been to this camel farm.

Well, let me save you from wasting any more time. Make a plan today to visit Oasis; it’s more than just camel rides, camel feeding, and camel petting. We went when the turkey races were happening, and my son laughed until tears were streaming down his face. There’s also a highly impressive bird show, as well as the cutest little sheep you can meet and feed. 

Read on for all the details, including when to visit, where to stay, where else to go in the hood (hint: someplace else with LOADS of animals is right down the street), and more…

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