Explore LA12 things to do in Los Angeles with kids and teens today
Today in Los Angeles · October 10, 2026. Event details, ticket inventory and weather can change; check the official links before leaving.
Make Saturday a little easier to plan. Browse 12 ideas for little kids, teens and the whole family, with admission details, age guidance and official links. Check the museum closure update below before heading out.
Day-of correction: The Hammer Museum now says it closes at 2 p.m. today, not 6 p.m. Natural History Museum also closes at 2 p.m., with some areas closing at noon; its 10:30 a.m. storytime remains listed. Outdoor plans look warm, and a late shower remains possible around Los Angeles and Pasadena, so recheck before leaving.
Top 3 today
Little kids + early readers
Storytime in the Nature Garden
Museum educators lead a playful story, followed by a guided nature exploration for preschoolers and their caregivers.
- When
- 10:30 a.m.
- Where
- Natural History Museum Nature Gardens · 900 Exposition Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90007
- Cost
- Included with museum admission: $18 adults; $14 seniors and ages 13–17; $7 ages 3–12; ages 2 and under and members free
- Ages / fit
- Designed for ages 3–5 with caregivers
- Booking
- Advance museum admission is highly recommended
Good to know: The museum closes at 2 p.m. today for Haunted Museum setup, and some areas begin closing at noon. The 10:30 a.m. storytime remains listed.
Woofs & Books
Children can practice reading aloud with a friendly GO TEAM therapy dog in a relaxed library setting.
- When
- 10–11:30 a.m.
- Where
- Alhambra Civic Center Library, Learning Center · 101 S. First St., Alhambra, CA 91801
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Ages 4–12
- Booking
- Five-minute reading spots are first come, first served and are not guaranteed
Good to know: One reading spot per child. The library says demand can exceed the number of available sessions.
A Celebration of 100 Years of Winnie the Pooh
Celebrate Pooh’s centennial with favorite Hundred Acre Wood stories, a birthday-card craft and a store activity.
- When
- 11 a.m.
- Where
- Vroman’s Bookstore · 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91101
- Cost
- No admission fee or required purchase is stated
- Ages / fit
- Children and families
- Booking
- No advance ticket or RSVP requirement is shown
Good to know: The official store calendar lists this as a children’s event.
Kids + family
Sensory Friendly Saturday
The museum lowers lighting and sound and limits crowding during the first hour of the second Saturday session.
- When
- 10–11 a.m.
- Where
- GRAMMY Museum · 800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90015
- Cost
- $22.50 adults; $18 seniors and military; $15 students; youth 17 and under and members free
- Ages / fit
- Families; explicitly sensory friendly
- Booking
- Tickets may be purchased online or upon arrival
Good to know: The organizer specifically promises less crowding, quieter sound levels and lower lighting. Regular Saturday museum hours continue after the quieter hour.
Official sensory-friendly event page · Official admission page
Antique Tractor Weekend at the Fall Harvest Festival
See vintage tractors, three scheduled tractor parades and the farm’s seasonal maze, wagon ride, animal areas and pumpkin displays.
- When
- Festival 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; antique tractors 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
- Where
- Underwood Family Farms, Moorpark · 3370 Sunset Valley Rd., Moorpark, CA 93021
- Cost
- $34 online general admission for ages 2+; $38 day-of only if spots remain; under 2 and parking free
- Ages / fit
- All ages
- Booking
- Online date-and-entry-time tickets are required on weekends
Good to know: Walk-in admission is not guaranteed. Food, pumpkins and selected activities cost extra. Personal strollers and wagons are encouraged; no outside animals.
Official Antique Tractor Weekend details · Official tickets and availability
The Little Vampire in 35mm
A spooky but whimsical family matinee about an eight-year-old who befriends a child vampire and helps break an old curse.
- When
- 11 a.m.; 95 minutes
- Where
- Academy Museum, Ted Mann Theater · 6067 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
- Cost
- $5 screening ticket; museum admission and parking are separate
- Ages / fit
- Family matinee; rated PG
- Booking
- A separate screening ticket is required
Good to know: The Pritzker garage lists $18 for the first two hours and a $40 daily maximum. This ticket does not include general museum admission.
Drop-in Workshop for Families: Alebrijes
Explore the Mexican folk-art tradition of fantastical animal-inspired alebrijes, then create a colorful creature together.
- When
- 12:30–2:30 p.m.
- Where
- Academy Museum, Shirley Temple Education Studio · 6067 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90036
- Cost
- Free with museum admission; youth 17 and under are free with advance reservation
- Ages / fit
- All ages
- Booking
- First come, first served; museum admission reservation is recommended
Good to know: The workshop is on the lower level. Adult museum admission and parking are separate.
All-ages community plans
Pasadena National Coming Out Day
A welcoming community celebration with music, crafts, resource tables, giveaways while supplies last and a car display.
- When
- 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
- Where
- Memorial Park Band Shell · 85 E. Holly St., Pasadena, CA 91103
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- All ages; all are welcome
- Booking
- No advance registration requirement is stated
Good to know: This is an outdoor event presented by City of Pasadena departments and community partners.
Fall Fantasy Book Faire
A family fantasy fair with authors, books, a curated marketplace and immersive themed activities; cosplay is encouraged.
- When
- 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Where
- Autry Museum Lawn · 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA 90027
- Cost
- $15 adults; $8 ages 11–17; ages 10 and under free; parking free
- Ages / fit
- Families
- Booking
- Reserve tickets through the organizer link
Good to know: This is an outdoor lawn event. The Autry cafe is temporarily closed; select food trucks may be available.
Latino Heritage Parade and Festival
Cheer the community parade, then stay for live music, folklórico dancers, artisans, food booths and family activities at City Hall.
- When
- 4–9 p.m.; parade 4–5 p.m., festival 5–9 p.m.
- Where
- Parade begins at Los Robles Ave. and Buckeye St.; festival at Pasadena City Hall, 100 N. Garfield Ave., Pasadena, CA 91101
- Cost
- Free and open to the public; food and vendor purchases are extra
- Ages / fit
- All ages; family friendly
- Booking
- No advance registration requirement is stated
Good to know: The festival begins at 5 p.m. The Pasadena forecast shows a chance of a shower later in the evening, so recheck before leaving.
Official City of Pasadena event page · Official event overview
Tweens + teens
Hammer Museum Galleries
A flexible Westwood art stop with free gallery admission for older kids, teens and adults.
- When
- 11 a.m.–2 p.m. today
- Where
- Hammer Museum · 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024
- Cost
- Free admission; validated weekend parking is $9
- Ages / fit
- Teens and families
- Booking
- No advance reservation is needed for individuals and groups under 10
Good to know: Day-of correction: the museum closes at 2 p.m. for the Fall Exhibitions Celebration. The usual Saturday closing time does not apply today.
YA Lit Book Club: Twenty Four Seconds From Now
Discuss Jason Reynolds’ young-adult novel about seventeen-year-old Neon and the progression of his relationship with Aria.
- When
- 3 p.m.
- Where
- Chatsworth Branch Library · 21052 Devonshire St., Chatsworth, CA 91311
- Cost
- Free
- Ages / fit
- Teens and adults
- Booking
- No advance registration is listed
Good to know: Copies are available at the Reference Desk and electronically through Libby. Chatsworth teen volunteers can receive service hours for participating.
Free + low-cost snapshot
Woofs & Books, Pasadena National Coming Out Day, the Latino Heritage Parade and Festival, Hammer Museum admission and the YA book club are free. Youth 17 and under are free at the GRAMMY Museum and Academy Museum, although advance museum reservations may still matter. The Little Vampire screening is $5, with parking separate.
