Family Friendly

Giant Robot Biennale 5—James Jean and Eric Nakamura

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
James Jean and Eric Nakamura came together in conversation around art and community regarding the Giant Robot Biennale, an art exhibition that highlighted diverse creative works celebrating the ethos of Giant Robot—a staple of Asian American alternative pop culture and an influential brand encompassing pop art, skateboard, comic book, graphic arts, and vinyl toy culture.
Website Link
youtube.com/watch?v=9DuWAyya_pc
Event Date
Event Location

Online Event at Japanese American National Museum
Los Angeles, CA 90012
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.0653347, -118.243891

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
213.625.0414
Event ID
10381106
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ISLAND BLOCK JAM SESSIONS

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Music
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
The Pacific Island Ethnic Art Museum (PIEAM) presents Island Block Jam Sessions, six live contemporary music performances by seasoned Pasifika artists available online. The Virtual Backstage provides an inside look into the artists’ backstories. Their music is a gift for our ancestors and for all the little spirits of the human journey. This is where music and mana meet.
Website Link
pieam.org/virtual-backstage
Event Date
Event Location

Online at Pacific Island Ethnic Art Museum
695 Alamitos Ave.
Long Beach, 90802
United States

Event Lat/Long
33.7751664, -118.1804853

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10381219
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Lifes: Senyawa

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Music
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
LIFE’S Senyawa presents a digital performance by the experimental Indonesian band Senyawa, known for blending traditional Javanese sounds with contemporary noise and industrial influences. Originally created as part of LIFE, a Hammer Museum exhibition exploring speculative futures, this video performance captures Senyawa’s powerful musical language and its intersection with themes of resistance, ritual, and technology.
Website Link
channel.hammer.ucla.edu/video/1721/lifes-senyawa
Event Date
Event Location

Online with the Hammer Museum
United States

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
(310) 443-7912
Event ID
10381872
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Walking the Japanese Garden on a Crisp Early Spring Morning

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Tours
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
For over a century, the historic Japanese Garden has been one of the most beloved and iconic landscapes at The Huntington, with its distinctive moon bridge, picture-postcard views of koi-filled ponds, and the historic Japanese House. One of the most popular spots at The Huntington, the Japanese Garden has attracted millions of visitors and remains a site of both fascination and contemplation.
Website Link
youtube.com/watch?v=JBvlMONzyt4
Event Date
Event Location

The Huntington
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1278618, -118.1094516

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Contact Phone
626.405.2100
Event ID
10382897
Event Main Image

MUSEUM FREE DAYS

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
SoCal Museums is dedicated to showcasing the diverse and vibrant cultural landscape of Southern California. SoCal Museums presents a diverse assortment of museums, reflecting the unique character of Southern California itself. Whether it’s art, natural history, science, or culture, there’s something for everyone, and you can find out which museums are free today.
Website Link
socalmuseums.org/free-days
Event Date
Event Location

Various locations around Los Angeles
United States

tags

Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10383334
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The Love Zone

Event Type
Family Activity
Music
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
This show celebrates love in all its forms. It explores a myriad of genres, ranging from Neo Soul to Jersey Club. The Love Zone seeks to ignite inspiration and motivation in the heart of its listeners.
Website Link
KQBHLA.COM
Event Date
-
Event Location

Streaming from 101.5FM KQBH & KQBHLA.COM
2708 E Cesar E Chavez Ave #101
Los Angeles, 90033
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.044789, -118.203938

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10389200
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Grunion Fishtival at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium

Event Type
Dance
Fairs & Festivals
Family Activity
Music
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
During this special evening, you’ll be able to hatch grunion eggs, participate in grunion arts and crafts, watch a classic grunion video, touch tidepool animals and see the many fish and other marine animals in the Aquarium. Join KCRW for a nautical party at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium! Dance to sets from KCRW DJs Anne Litt and Jason Kramer, grab a bite and drink, meander through life-sized inflatable whales, and explore the wonders of the aquarium and our local beaches.
Website Link
cma.recreation.parks.lacity.gov/events/meet-grunion-fishtival
Event Date
-
Event Location

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
3720 Stephen M. White Drive
San Pedro, CA 90731
United States

Event Lat/Long
33.7113702, -118.2856603

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Fee Required
Yes
Event Cost
$3 – $7
Contact Phone
310-548-7562
Event ID
142331
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Sing It, Bring It: Family Karaoke Night at Lankershim Arts Center

Event Type
Family Activity
Music
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description

Sing It, Bring It: Family Karaoke Night on Fridays from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. is where everyone can unleash their inner rockstar! Grab the mic, belt out your favorite tunes, and get ready for some serious family fun. Whether you’re a pop diva, a country crooner, or a rock ‘n’ roll rebel, this is your chance to shine! Expect laughs, applause, and maybe a little bit of friendly competition. It’s not just about singing—it’s about bringing your best performance and making unforgettable memories together. So, warm up those vocal cords, and get ready to sing it, bring it, and have a blast with the whole crew!

Event Date
-
Event Location

Lankershim Arts Center
5108 Lankershim Boulevard
North Hollywood, CA 90601
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1632638, -118.3733589

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Fee Required
No
Event Cost
Free
Event ID
10355640
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LGBTQ+ Pride Night at Dodger Stadium

Event Type
Culture & Community
Family Activity
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
 The annual LGBTQ+ Pride Night at Dodger Stadium, when the World Series-winning Dodgers take on the San Francisco Giants. There will be LA Pride pre-game festivities featuring a DJ party. This special event ticket package includes a ticket to the game and an exclusive Dodgers LGBTQ+ jersey.
Website Link
mlb.com/dodgers/tickets/specials/lgbt-night
Event Date
-
Event Location

Dodger Stadium
1000 Vin Scully Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90012
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.073873, -118.2407774

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Event Cost
This special event ticket package must be purchased from the website
Event ID
142769
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AN EVENING AMONG THE ROSES

Event Type
Dance
Family Activity
Music
Culture & Community
Event Department
Cultural Affairs
Description
This garden party has music, specialty cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and dancing in the spectacular Rose Garden. The annual An Evening Among the Roses is a chance to recognize and celebrate the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer members of the community for their contributions to the Huntington.
Website Link
huntington.org/event/among-the-roses
Event Date
-
Event Location

The Huntington
1151 Oxford Road
San Marino, CA
United States

Event Lat/Long
34.1278618, -118.1094516

tags

Fee Required
Yes
Event Cost
Check the website for ticket prices
Contact Phone
626.405.2100
Event ID
142779
Event Main Image
Family Friendly