LOS ANGELES WATER LANTERN FESTIVAL HANSEN DAM

Los Angeles Kids Book Festival – West Hollywood

September 7, 2025 | 9:30 am – 4:30 pm

West Hollywood Park, 647 N San Vicente Blvd, West Hollywood

A free celebration of children’s literacy with storytimes, live music, foam parties, face painting, and food trucks. Perfect for kids and families.

 

Nature Club for Kids: Butterflies – White Point Nature Preserve

September 13, 2025 | 10:30 am – 11:30 am

1600 W. Paseo del Mar, San Pedro

Learn about local butterflies, enjoy crafts, and explore a butterfly hike. Fun for children ages 3–10.

 

East Los Angeles Mexican Independence Day Parade & Festival

September 14, 2025 | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

  1. Cesar Chavez Blvd. and N. Mednik Ave., Los Angeles

Celebrate Mexican culture with a parade, live music, food, and activities for the entire family.

 

HANGAWI: Autumn Festival of Korea – The Ford

September 14, 2025 | 11:30 am

2580 Cahuenga Blvd. East, Los Angeles

Enjoy folk drumming, fan dances, and pre-concert crafts celebrating Korean culture. Recommended for ages 3–11.

 

Fiestas Patrias Family Day – LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes

September 14, 2025 | 12:00 pm

501 N. Main St., Los Angeles

Free workshops, live performers, and kid-friendly activities celebrating Mexican heritage and culture.

 

Water Lantern Festival – Hansen Dam

September 27, 2025 | All Day

10965 Dronfield Ave, Pacoima

Release lanterns on the water, enjoy food trucks, live music, and family-friendly activities. Free admission for kids under 8 with paid adult ticket.

 

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