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We know how to keep cool: around the corner, on an excursion, or on a weekend getaway! Photo courtesy of Alpine Slide Big Bear
Heat Wave Hot List: 77 Cool Things to Do in Los Angeles with Kids
How to keep cool when it's blistering hot.
Everything at the Cayton has been carefully crafted with one goal in mind: to help create a better world through the power of play.
Guide to the Cayton Children’s Museum in Santa Monica–A Parent Review
21,000 square feet of newly reimagined space.
Kids' classes like art lessons can help your LA kid grow and develop.
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Classes Guide for Los Angeles Kids
Have fun with great classes for kids in Los Angeles.
Task-tackling service Taskrabbit is able to take on tons of back-to-school projects you may not have even considered outsourcing.
25 Back-to-School Tasks You Didn't Know You Could Pay Someone Else to Do
Taskrabbit can take on meal prep, shopping, organizing, and more.
Photo by Kylie Williams
Get Lost in Bubble World: LA's Newest Immersive Experience for All Ages
Pop into Bubble World for an experience that is bursting with fun.
Printable word search puzzles are a great way to keep little brains engaged.
Printable Word Puzzles for Kids: Great Sites for Word Searches, Crosswords, & Word Scrambles
These printable word searches, crosswords, and other word puzzles are fun and engaging for kids.
Climbing encouraged at Wild Child. Photo courtesy of Wild Child Gym
30 Best Indoor Playgrounds in Los Angeles: Indoor Play Spaces for Hot (or Rainy?) Days
Because the weather in SoCal is almost perfect—but only almost.
Karaoke is one of the fun, interactive activities at World of Barbie. Photo by Matt Matasci
World of Barbie is a Nostalgic, Pink Experience
Step into the shoes of the most famous plastic doll in history.
Kiddos can climb through the famous Ant Tunnel. Photo courtesy of Kidspace
Kidspace: An Insider's Guide to LA's Beloved Children's Museum
Water play and climbing structures will entertain for hours at this Pasadena gem.
One of the coolest spots in town is by the beach, a beach playground, and a pool. Photo courtesy of the Annenberg Community Beach House, Facebook
Best Splash Pads, Splash Parks, and Water Playgrounds in Los Angeles
These splash-tastic parks keep kids cool on the hottest days of summer.
We've launched a partnership with Care.com to bring background-checked nannies and sitters to the Mommy Poppins Directory.
Find Trusted Babysitters and Nannies Now on Mommy Poppins–Powered by Care.com
Search background-checked caregivers in our directory
Launch into August with Rocket Fever. Photo courtesy of the Columbia Memorial Space Center
21 Best Things to Do in Los Angeles August 2023 with Kids
Close out the summer with festivals, Shakespeare, and fairs.
Go swimming at Malibu Creek State Park. Photo by Meghan Rose
The Best Swimming Lakes near Los Angeles You Need to Discover
These SoCal lakes and swimming holes make priceless summer memories.
Imaginative play for preschoolers is music to our ears. Photo courtesy of Pretend City
39 Things To Do with Preschoolers in Los Angeles Before They Turn 5
An early childhood bucket list for raising a wee Angeleno.
Malibu is swell! Photo courtesy of Malibu Makos Surf Club
Malibu with Kids: 25 Best Things To Do in Malibu, CA
Beaches, hikes, fantastic playgrounds, and even movie stars!
It might be called mini-golf, but it's enormous fun. Photo courtesy of MB2 Entertainment
Best Mini-Golf in Los Angeles
It might be called mini-golf, but the fun is enormous.
Scoop into LA's best ice cream and frozen treats. Photo by Kylie Williams
LA's Best Ice Cream and Frozen Treats
We all scream for ice cream in LA.
Photo by Leah Kelley via Pexels
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The Ultimate Road Trip Guide for Families
Prepare for miles of smiles.
Visit LACMA's Levitated Mass. Photo by Joey Zanetti
100 Things To Do in Los Angeles Before Kids Grow Up
It's the ultimate LA childhood bucket list!
Train-obsessed kids will love this Griffith Park gem. Photo courtesy of Travel Town
71 Free Things To Do in Los Angeles This Summer with Kids
Keep kids entertained all summer, without spending a cent.
Legoland image courtesy of Legoland.
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SoCal Theme and Water Parks Guide
Get the inside scoop from locals with annual passes!
Enjoy family movies in the moonlight. Photo courtesy of 2nd & PCH
Free Outdoor Movies in Los Angeles this Summer for Kids
Watch Hollywood starlets beneath the stars.
You'll want s'more glamping adventures! Photo courtesy of Waypoint Ventura
Best Glamping Near Los Angeles for Family Fun
The perfect halfway point between roughing it and booking a hotel room.
A pool party is the best summer birthday party. Photo courtesy of Rose Bowl Aquatic Center
Swimming Spots to Host a Pool Party for Your Los Angeles Kid
The sun is out, summer is here, and it's time to (pool) party!
LevittLA Concert Series in MacArthur Park hosts musicians from LA and around the world. Photo courtesy of Levitt Foundation
Los Angeles's Free Concerts and Outdoor Music Festivals for Families This Summer
Throw down a blanket, spread out the snacks, and watch kids boogie under the stars.
Newport Beach is literally home to the fun zone. Photo courtesy of Visit Newport Beach
35 Things To Do in Newport Beach and Costa Mesa with Kids
There is much more to this community than just a pretty beach.
There are endless activities at Ventura Harbor Village. Photo by Kylie Williams
Ventura with Kids: 39 Great Things To Do in Ventura County
Sunny seaside simplicity awaits.
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Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide
Find a summer camp in Los Angeles for every age and interest!
Kick off summer fun with carnival rides. Photo courtesy of the Fountain Valley Summerfest
31 Summer Festivals and Fairs in Los Angeles for Families
Summer is the time for fried food, pirates, and carnival rides!
Who knew there was so much nature to see in the Las Vegas area? Photo courtesy of Springs Preserve
25 Road Trips From Los Angeles for a Weekend Family Getaway
Hit the road and put LA in your rearview mirror for a while?
Photo courtesy of OC Fair & Event Center
75 Things To Do with Orange County Kids Before They Grow Up
The OC is no second banana to LA with all these fun places to go, see, and explore.
Slide on in, the water's fine. Photo courtesy of Legoland Water Park
Best Outdoor Water Parks in Los Angeles for Family Fun
From thrilling slides to splash pads for babies, these water parks have something for everyone.
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Birthday Party Ideas Guide for Los Angeles Kids
From cakes to locations, pinatas to party parks, we know birthday parties!
There's something to explore in every season at Kidspace. Photo courtesy of Kidspace Children's Museum
33 Things To Do with Los Angeles Babies Before They Turn 1
Roll out the red carpet for your new star just born.
Look for whales and dolphins right from your table at Malibu Farm. Photo by Meghan Rose
Best Outdoor Dining in Los Angeles at Family-Friendly Restaurants
Find any kind of food, in any part of town—all outdoors.
Put your young helpers to work and you can all sleep under the stars this weekend.
Camping near Los Angeles: 17 Great Campgrounds for Tent Camping with Kids
Marshmallows and bug spray, here we come!
Photo by Bill Soistmann
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Los Angeles Visitors' Guide for Families
Southern California is so full of things to do with kids—where do you start?
This 3 day itinerary will make you fall in love with LA. Photo by Roberto Nickson, via Pexels
3 Days in Los Angeles with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
Here's how to see LA like a local in 3 action-packed days.
Vincent Lugo Park, also called Dinosaur or Monster Park, was nominated to the California Register of Historic Places. Photo courtesy of the City of San Gabriel
The Best Playgrounds in Los Angeles: They’re Even Worth Crossing the 405
These amazing playgrounds are worth braving traffic!
The carnival comes to Culver. Photo courtesy of Fiesta La Ballona
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks, Fiesta La Ballona, and More Top Things To Do in Los Angeles This Weekend
Bid farewell to August with cars, festivals, and National Cinema Day.

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