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May the 4th Celebration: Exploring the Galaxy. Photo courtesy of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
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4/30/25 - By Toby B

Looking for the best things to do in Los Angeles this weekend? Here are some of our favorite events and activities to add to your list this weekend

It's the biggest party in town, which could only mean one thing... well, actually, this weekend it could mean a lot of different things. We could discuss Great Big Family Play Day, which returns to the Autry Museum for two days of family fun with everything from kiddie car tracks to crafts, swag, performances by Laurie Berkner and Snoop's Doggyland, and more swag! Of course, the biggest party could also mean the LA County Fair, returning for another year with carnival rides, pig racing, barnyard friends, headliner concerts, and fried everything.

And let's not forget the other biggest party, Cinco de Mayo, with celebrations up and down the Southland, including Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl and the Historical Parade and Festival in Venice. There's also YALLWest, YA's biggest party on the West Coast, tons of authors and free books. You know what they say, life's a party, especially this weekend in LA.

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BAMBOOzled at South Coast Botanic Garden

Palos Verdes Peninsula
Starts Thursday, May 1
South Coast Botanic Garden has been bamboozled!  Eight monumental bird sculptures made from bamboo have landed at the Garden, each with a unique personality and story to tell. . READ MORE

LA County Fair

Pomona
Starts Friday May 2
The Los Angeles County Fair returns for the 2025 season, once again held  in the cooler month of May. This year's theme is “Art Unleashed." READ MORE

YALLWEST

Santa Monica - FREE
Friday & Saturday, May 2 & 3
Y'all come west now, to hear a bunch of great YA authors and more. YALLWEST celebrates books, film, TV, and art related to young adult literature. Attendees often go home with an armload of free books! READ MORE

Kibō Nobori 2025 - Children's Day Festival

Little Tokyo - FREE
Saturday, May 3
Little Tokyo's third annual Kibō Nobori Children’s Day Festival is a free family-friendly event celebrating the Japanese holiday Kodomo No Hi. "Kodomo No Hi" means "Children's Day" in Japan and is a day to celebrate and wish for health and good fortune for all children. READ MORE

Historical Venice Cinco de Mayo Parade/Festival 2025

Venice - FREE
Saturday, May 3
Venice's Historic Cinco de Mayo Parade and Festival celebrates Mexican American Heritage and the city’s cultural diversity. The event is free and family-friendly. READ MORE

Rancho Days Fiesta

Lake Forest - FREE
Saturday, May 3
The rich history of Orange County’s rancho era is explored through hands-on activities, crafts, music, and dance. READ MORE

CicloIrvine

Irvine - FREE
Saturday, May 3
Irvine steps up with its own Open Streets event! The 2nd annual CicloIrvine celebrates community, connection, and clean air through the City of Irvine, with 1.4 miles of City streets closed to cars and open for people to stroll, bike, and roll. READ MORE

LEGO Festival at Legoland

Carlsbad
Starts Saturday, May 3
Get ready to play! Legoland introduces the LEGO Festival where imagination runs wild, creativity knows no limits, and fun is always the top priority. This limited time celebration features five never-before-seen play zones, epic brick-building, brand-new shows, massive builds, exclusive LEGO Minifigures, music, dancing, and unique LEGO experiences.   READ MORE

UCLA Spring Showcase x Cinco de Mayo at the Rose Bowl

Pasadena - FREE
Saturday, May 3
Rose Bowl celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a free community event, and also provides a special sneak peek of the UCLA Bruins 2025 football team as they make preparations for the upcoming season. Families can come together and enjoy Pasadena’s rich Latino culture and traditions through music, sports, art, and film. READ MORE

El Segundo Hometown Fair

El Segundo
Saturday, May 3
Oh, duckie!  El Segundo's Hometown Fair is also Rubber Duck Adoption Day! Guests can adopt a duck then watch the duck drop to see which one wins! Duck adoption starts at $5; winners are awarded prizes. Other festitivies at the Hometown Fair and Carnival include music and entertainment from local talent, carnival rides, and a community expo. READ MORE

Great Big Family Play Day 2025

Griffith Park
Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4
Great Big Family Play Day returns bringing more great big family fun! Kids of all ages can enjoy two stages filled with live entertainment, plus tons of activities including character meet + greets, arts & crafts, rides, sports & games,  local programs & camps, food, fun, giveaways and swag. Kids can try out the Woom bike course and the Volvo kid car track There's a baby & toddler play zone, plus a family lounge with coffee. READ MORE

Día de los Niños/Children’s Day

Griffith Park
Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4
The LA Zoo celebrates our favorite little creatures, with a weekend celebrating Día de los Niños/Children’s Day. Special activities include bilingual storytimes with guest readers, cultural performances and art projects. Plus, select zoo animals get in on the fun with  specially constructed piñatas. READ MORE

May the 4th Celebration: Exploring the Galaxy

Mid-Wilshire
Sunday, May 4
The Force strong with this Museum... The Academy Museum hosts a Star Wars–inspired May the 4th Celebration.  Whether you’re a Padawan, Jedi, or Sith, all forces can unite for a themed, fun-filled day, including a Droid meet and greet, all-ages workshop, community mural, screenings, and more in a galaxy far, far away. Be sure to dress up in your best Star Wars–inspired costumes.     READ MORE

Museums of the Arroyo Day

Multiple Locations - FREE
Sunday, May 4
The annual Museums of the Arroyo Day treats LA families to free admission at six local museums. READ MORE

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