This weekend, April 4th and 5th, is packed with Easter fun and spring celebrations across LA! You can join the Big Bunny Weekend at the Zoo, hunt for eggs at Irvine Park, or check out the popular Boysenberry Festival at Knott's Berry Farm. If you need an indoor option, the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse exhibit is running.
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Echo Park Trash Club
Echo Park
Spend Sunday morning giving back to the community for free.
Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: The Exhibit
Discovery Cube Los Angeles
An indoor, interactive world of teamwork for younger kids.
Zoo Bloom & Big Bunny Weekend
Los Angeles Zoo
See animals, mazes, and meet the Big Bunny on Saturday.
· April 4
7: Head to Knott's Berry Farm to celebrate their historic berry with special boysenberry-themed food, wine, and drinks. The festival also includes local crafters, live music, and activities suitable for the whole family.This is a signature Southern California event that offers a full day of entertainment beyond just the rides.
: Take the family out to Orange County for a classic spring celebration at the Irvine Park Railroad. Kids can meet the Easter Bunny for photos and participate in various spring-themed activities throughout the park area.It's an excellent regional option that combines character meeting with railroad fun, which is perfect for younger kids.
: Participate in the Egg Bowl event held at the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium. Though details are light, the name suggests a large-scale egg-related event perfect for a Saturday morning outing.Holding an egg event at the legendary Rose Bowl makes this a uniquely LA experience.
: This is a unique twist on the traditional egg hunt where participants get to swim for their eggs! Head to the El Segundo Aquatics Center for this wet and wild event.The underwater theme offers a novel alternative to standard grassy egg hunts.
: Gilchrist Farm is hosting their Spring Fling which includes an egg hunt. Farm events are usually hands-on and great for letting kids burn off energy in a rustic setting.Farm-based events offer a different atmosphere than city park hunts.
BUTTERFLY PAVILION : Visit the seasonal outdoor Butterfly Pavilion where you can walk among hundreds of butterflies and moths. This exhibit is an immersive experience perfect for getting up close with nature.It’s a limited-run, highly engaging nature experience perfect for the spring weather.
: Start your Saturday super early with breakfast followed by an egg hunt at Smith Park. It's a classic community Easter setup to get your celebration started.It’s one of the earliest egg hunts available on Saturday morning.
· April 5
4: A bunny-themed storytime event held outdoors at the beautiful White Point Nature Preserve. This is a quieter, nature-focused way to celebrate the holiday on Sunday morning.It's a beautiful outdoor setting for a gentle, themed storytime on Sunday.
CONVERGENCE: CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS OF ARMENIAN DESCENT : Explore contemporary art by Armenian descent artists at the Forest Lawn Museum. While the subject matter might skew adult, art museum visits are great ways to expose kids to visual expression.It's one of the few non-Easter specific events listed for Sunday, offering cultural variety.
THOMAS DAMBO'S TROLLS: A FIELD STUDY : See 12 whimsical troll sculptures made from reclaimed wood hidden throughout the 87 acres of the South Coast Botanic Garden. This encourages hiking and exploration while viewing art.A unique outdoor art installation that requires walking and exploring to find all the figures.
: Celebrate Easter Sunday with a spectacular brunch at the beautiful Terranea Resort overlooking the ocean. This is a great option for a more upscale family meal.A beautiful, high-end brunch option for Easter Sunday in the South Bay area.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5: The LA Zoo is celebrating spring with Zoo Bloom, featuring performances, animal feedings, and fun activities like a Mission Safari Maze. Don't miss the Big Bunny photo opportunity available during the weekend.It's a major annual spring event at the LA Zoo featuring seasonal activities alongside the animals.
: Step right up and enter the world of Mickey Mouse Clubhouse! This exhibit focuses on teamwork and creativity, making it an engaging indoor activity for younger fans of the show.It's a dedicated indoor exhibit centered on a hugely popular children's franchise.
FREE : Join the community cleanup crew in Echo Park every Sunday morning. This is a fantastic free activity if you want to teach your kids about community service while enjoying some Sunday morning sunshine.It's a reliable, free, and community-minded activity happening every Sunday.
FREE : If your kids love helping in the kitchen, head to the Mar Vista Farmers Market for Cooking for Kids hosted by Chef Acooba Scott. This is happening because it's the fourth Sunday of the month.It’s free, hands-on, and focused specifically on engaging children through food at a local market.
: Get the kids moving with a dedicated Zumba class at the library on Saturday morning. This is a great, scheduled way to work off some energy indoors.A structured, energetic activity happening at a local library branch on Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Los Angeles this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are two explicitly free events: the Echo Park Trash Club on Sunday morning and Kids Cooking at the Mar Vista Farmers Market on Sunday afternoon.
Which events are best for guaranteed Easter fun?
For structured fun, check out the Egg Bowl at the Rose Bowl Stadium on Saturday, or the unique Underwater EGGstravaganza in El Segundo on Saturday afternoon.
Are there any unique science or nature events this weekend?
Yes, you can visit the Butterfly Pavilion at the Natural History Museum on Saturday or go on a scavenger hunt to find the whimsical trolls at the South Coast Botanic Garden all weekend.
