-Weekend-Whaddup- What to do April 26-27
Fiesta Broadway
when: Apr 27 at 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
where: Downtown, Broadway & Olympic Ave., Downtown, Ca
cost: Free
ages: All Ages
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This is the “largest Cinco de Mayo” celebration in the world, with over half a million people participating and taking over more than 12 square blocks of downtown Los Angeles. There are three stages staggered throughout the festival and between them you’ll find lots of food, fun and games for the whole family that spotlight Mexican and Latin American cultures.
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The Best International Film Festival For Kids
when: Apr 26 at Various times
where: Downtown, REDCAT, 631 W. 2nd St., Los Angeles, CA
cost: $5
ages: 3 and up
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The 9th annual REDCAT International Children’s Film Festival returns with three weekends of adventurous short-film programs to appeal to moviegoers of all ages. Magical, exhilarating works made by acclaimed filmmakers and up-and-coming auteurs showcase work from around the globe—including Mexico, Brazil, Sweden, Russia, Taiwan, Mozambique, Korea, The Netherlands, and Ukraine—to inspire the whole family. Festival highlights include the latest in both live action and animated shorts. This is a Red Tricycle favorite event event year, so be sure to check the schedule for programs appropriate for your kiddos and plan on coming!
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How Do You Spell Fun? B-I-N-G-O
when: Apr 27 at 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
where: Pasadena Area, One Colorado, 41 Hugus Alley, Pasadena, Ca
cost: Free
ages: All Ages
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Come play Bingo with Bingo Boy! With prizes from One Colorado stores and restaurants and old-school ice cream treats for all, this Sunday Funday Bingo event will be a winner. The whole family can play, from tots to Grandma (and that makes more chances to win!). Bingo-ites and novices welcome. Spoilsports frowned upon. Daubers provided.
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Party on the Pier
when: Apr 27 at 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
where: Westside, Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, Ca
cost: $25 and up
ages: All Ages
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It’s a fun-filled day of rides (all rides, all day!), games, food, raffles for cool stuff, arts & crafts with PS Arts,fun with Santa Monica Pier Aquarium’s touch tanks, hair and face painting, more kids activities and tons of live entertainment.
And the best part is that all this fun does some good. Proceeds from the day will benefit all students in the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD).
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Open House at the California Wildlife Center
when: Apr 27 at 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
where: California Wildlife Center , 26026 Piuma Rd., Calabasas, Ca
cost: Free
ages: All Ages
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The California Wildlife Center is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of wildlife. Today they are giving behind the scenes tours, wildlife education, children’s activities, and up-close encounters.
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Science Fest in the Mountains
when: Apr 26 at 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
where: Paramount Ranch, 2813 Cornell Rd., Agoura Hills, Ca
cost: Free
ages: All Ages
the scoop:
Something for all citizen scientists with an inquiring mind: learn how to track mountain lions, bobcats, and island foxes; get to know the local wildlife; discover the mysteries of your neighborhood national parks. This 5th annual event features talks, hands-on demonstrations, nature walks, family activities, live animal displays, and a chance to meet and talk with the scientists. So get out that magnifying glass, slather on the sunscreen and come to the mountains for a day of science!
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Disney On Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic
when: Apr 23, 2014 – Apr 27 at Various times
where: Long Beach, Long Beach Arena, 300 E. Ocean Blvd. , Long Beach, Ca
cost: $15-$70
ages: All Ages
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Mickey and the rest of the gang take to their skates and take the audience along on a whirlwind tour of favorite Disney moments. Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are your hosts and they are sharing memories with Disney friends including Goofy & Donald Duck; the beloved Disney Princesses; Chip & Dale; Pinocchio & Jiminy Cricket; Belle & The Beast plus many more – everyone you love from your own childhood and the characters your kids love today will all be here, so it’s a great trip down memory lane for everyone!
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