Free in May: The Best Free Activities and Things To Do in Los Angeles for Mother's Day and More
Meet the horses after the (free) polo matches at Will Rogers State Park.
Summer is just around the corner, and so are the summer camp fees, family vacation expenses, and a TON of ice cream trips. Before the summer budget blows up, use the month of May to enjoy some of the fabulous free events all over the city. Whether you’re looking to celebrate Cinco de Mayo free of charge, plan a budget-friendly outing for mom on Mother's Day, get moving outdoors, or check out a movie without breaking the bank, here are a few free things to do this month with the whole family.
Discover all the free activities and events near you in our Free Things To Do with Kids in Los Angeles Guide, which includes a roundup of all the Free Museum Days in Los Angeles plus a list of 60+ Birthday Freebies for Kids.
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Cinco de Mayo Family Day provides free family fun. Photo courtesy of LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, Facebook
Free Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in Los Angeles
See the butterflies at the Monarch Butterfly Mother's Day Event in Calabasas. Photo courtesy of the venue
Free Ways to Celebrate Mom on Mother's Day in Los Angeles
Spend a spring day in the zen garden at the Huntington. Photo courtesy of the Huntington
Free Garden and Museum Days in May
Family Nature Club at Griffith Park is free for all. Photo courtesy of lazoo.org
Free Ways to Get Moving in Los Angeles
Odd Nights at the Autry returns! Photo courtesy of The Odd Market via Facebook