PlayMap Picks
Pick one outing worth building the day around.
When: Sat, 10 AM–8 PM
Where: Autry Museum in Griffith Park
Ages: All Ages
Price: Free and open to the public
Best for: Families who want to watch traditional dancing and drumming outdoors.
Aim for the 1 PM Grand Entry if you want to see the procession. Parking at the Autry is free. The drums and crowds can be a lot for sound-sensitive kids, so leave room to step away.
When: Sun, noon–5 PM
Where: UCLA Court of Sciences
Ages: All Ages
Price: Free
Best for: Kids who want to try the experiment themselves.
Start with the hands-on booths at UCLA’s Court of Sciences. Planetarium tickets are limited. Paid Structure P2 has the easiest stroller route.
When: Sat, 5–7:15 PM
Where: Citadel Outlets
Ages: All Ages
Price: Free
Best for: Families ready for a holiday concert after dark.
The concert starts at 5 PM, with performances by SZN4, Keyla Richardson, Full Circle Boys and OCSA Montage. The shopping center offers free garage parking.
When: Sat, noon–9 PM or Sun, 1–8 PM
Where: BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir
Ages: All Ages
Price: Price not listed; confirm with organizer
Best for: Families looking for a Diwali outing with flexible arrival.
The Chino Hills mandir hosts two afternoons of community Diwali programming. Sunday morning’s Sharda Pujan is a separate observance. Allow extra drive time from central LA.
When: Sun, 10 AM–5 PM
Where: GRAMMY Museum at L.A. Live
Ages: All Ages
Price: Included with paid museum general admission
Best for: Families who want a concert and a chance to dance.
Lucky Diaz’s family program runs 11 AM–noon, followed by salsa and bachata lessons. The program requires paid museum admission. RSVP for priority entry when capacity is tight.
