Anaheim Kids Events This Weekend February 28th - March 1st 2026

February 28th - March 1st 2026United StatesLast updated: Recently

Your family weekend in Anaheim (Feb 28 - Mar 1) is packed! Catch some family fun at the Bowers Museum Celtic Festival on Sunday, learn to bake at the Little Bakers workshop Saturday morning, or root for the Ducks when UC Irvine takes over the Honda Center.

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· February 28

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LITTLE BAKERS: COOKIE WORKSHOP : Get those little hands busy in the kitchen this Saturday morning! This is a dedicated cookie decorating or baking workshop, perfect for kids who love to be creative with food.It's a fantastic structured activity specifically for kids on Saturday morning.

📍Saute Culinary Academy, Anaheim Area· 9:30 AM · Children/Youth · Check ticket price on event

: If your family loves action, watch the marathon or sign up for the kids’ run! This race covers a long stretch from inland trails to the ocean shore.It offers a specific kids' run option on Saturday, making it relevant for active families.

📍SOCAL Marathon Route, Yorba Linda to Huntington Beach· 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM · All fitness levels (includes kids' run) · Not mentioned (Implies entry fee for race)

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SOCAL Marathon 2026 – From Yorba Linda to Huntington Beach

The SOCAL Marathon 2026 is a Boston-qualifying race featuring full, half, 10K, 5K, and kids races, which families can enjoy by participating in the shorter events.

WhenSaturday, February 28, 2026 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM
WhereSOCAL Marathon Yorba Linda, California
PriceCost/range information not specified, but includes kids races.
BookingRequired — book in advance

FREE : Catch a family-friendly outdoor Lunar New Year celebration featuring cultural experiences and creative activities at Fashion Island this Saturday.It's a great daytime cultural event happening on Saturday.

📍Fashion Island's Wood Art Installation near Nordstrom, Newport Beach (Close to Anaheim)· 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM · Family-friendly · Free

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Lunar New Year Celebration: Garden of Good Fortune

Families can celebrate the Lunar New Year with a festive installation and a special day of lion dancing, craftmaking, and calligraphy demos.

WhenInstallation: Feb 17, 2026 - Mar 3, 2026; Celebration on Saturday, February 28
WhereFashion Island, 401 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
PriceFree

FREE : If you own a wagon or are thinking about getting one, this free warehouse sale event in Irwindale might be worth the drive Saturday morning.It's a free Saturday morning event listed by Eventbrite, likely involving kid-centric products.

📍Wonderfold Headquarters, Irwindale (Nearby)· 8:00 AM · Not mentioned · Free

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WonderFold WagonFest & Warehouse Sale

WonderFold WagonFest & Warehouse Sale is a one-day event featuring big discounts on stroller wagons and accessories, plus family-friendly entertainment like face painting and balloon twisting.

WhenSaturday, February 28, 2026, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm PDT
WhereWonderFold Headquarters, 5796 Martin Road, Irwindale, CA 91706
PriceFree admission; discounts up to 40% off wagons and 45% off accessories

· March 1

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: Bring the family out to cheer on the Anaheim Ducks as they face the Calgary Flames. This is a special night celebrating UC Irvine campus pride on the ice.This is the only Ducks promotion explicitly listed for Sunday, March 1st.

📍Honda Center, Anaheim· 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM · Kids and Family · Not mentioned (Requires ticket to game)

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UC Irvine Night at Anaheim Ducks

Join fellow alumni, faculty, staff, students, families and fans for UC Irvine Spirit Night to celebrate community and school spirit while watching the Anaheim Ducks play the Calgary Flames.

WhenMarch 1, 2026 at 5:00pm
WhereHonda Center, [address not fully provided]
Price$47.40 to $191.91 with general parking included for most tiers
BookingRequired — book in advance

FREE : Enjoy Irish music, award-winning dancers, and free art projects and treats for the kids. A fantastic, culturally rich Sunday afternoon near Anaheim.It's a highly rated cultural festival with free activities specifically for children.

📍Bowers Museum, Santa Ana (Close to Anaheim)· 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM · Entire family · Free

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Celtic Festival

The Celtic Festival features crowd-favorite Irish band Craic in the Stone, award-winning McNulty Irish Dancers, and free family activities like clover art, face painting, and cookies.

WhenSUNDAY | MARCH 1 | 11 AM – 3 PM
WhereBowers Museum, 2002 North Main Street, Santa Ana, California 92706
PriceFree

: Start your Sunday with an outdoor Pilates class right in the heart of the popular Anaheim Packing District, followed by some French-inspired treats. Great for active parents.It combines fitness for parents with a nice reward in a central Anaheim location.

📍Anaheim Packing District, Anaheim· 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM · Not mentioned · Not explicitly mentioned

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Pastries & Pilates — Anaheim

Pastries & Pilates blends mindful movement with indulgence for a feel-good Sunday morning in Anaheim, perfect for enjoying fitness followed by a sweet treat.

WhenSunday, March 1, 2026 11:00 AM 12:30 PM
WhereAnaheim Packing District 440 South Anaheim Boulevard Anaheim, CA, 92805 United States
Pricenull
BookingRequired — book in advance

FREE : Visit Casa Romantica for free on the first Sunday of the month! They feature performances by youth chamber musicians and have crafts specifically set up for kids.It's explicitly free on March 1st and focuses on youth music programs and kid crafts.

📍Casa Romantica, San Clemente (South County)· 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM · All ages · Free

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D. Yoder Family Sundays: Chamber Music Day

Families can enjoy free admission to Casa Romantica along with a performance by the Youth Chamber Music Program and music-themed crafts for kids.

WhenMar 01 2026, Performance times: 10:30 AM, 11 AM, Event time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
WhereCasa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, 415 Avenida Granada San Clemente, CA 92672
PriceFree admission
BookingRequired — book in advance

FREE : Celebrate the Lunar New Year near Anaheim with traditional lion dances and festive activities at the Irvine Spectrum Center this Sunday afternoon.It’s a vibrant cultural celebration listed for Sunday afternoon.

📍Irvine Spectrum Center, Irvine (Close to Anaheim)· 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM · Kids & Family · Free

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FREE

Lunar New Year Festival: Year of the Horse

A festival featuring traditional performances, face painting, balloon twisting, and lunar mocktails for an afternoon of family fun celebrating the Lunar New Year.

WhenMar 1, 2026 • 12pm - 4pm
WhereIrvine Spectrum Center, 670 Spectrum Center Dr. Irvine, CA 92618
PriceAll items are complimentary, one per guest, while supplies last.

: This theatre production running through early March blends the classic Cinderella story with a lively salsa beat—perfect for a fun indoor show on Sunday.It runs through March 1st and offers indoor entertainment ideal for families.

📍South Coast Repertory, Costa Mesa (Close to Anaheim)· Not Specified · Not mentioned · Not mentioned

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Cinderella: A Salsa Fairy Tale

The classic fairy tale gets a modern, bouncy, bilingual makeover filled with salsa and hip-hop, focusing on themes of sportsmanship and respect.

WhenFeb. 20-Mar. 8, 2026 with performances on Fri 7:00 PM; Sat 2:00 PM & 4:30 PM; Sun 2:00 PM & 4:30 PM (with specific ASL and Sensory Friendly dates available)
WhereJulianne Argyros Stage, South Coast Repertory, Emmes/Benson Theatre Center, 655 Town Center Drive, PO Box 2197, Costa Mesa, CA 92628-2197
PriceTickets available for purchase (no price or discount details visible)
BookingRequired — book in advance

Also On· anytime this weekend

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: A brand-new musical comedy perfect for a rainy Sunday afternoon, featuring a story designed for the whole family. Note: This is in Santa Monica.It’s a confirmed musical listed for Sunday afternoon, though requires a drive.

📍Santa Monica Playhouse & Group Theatre, Santa Monica (Requires Travel)🔄 Recurring· 12:30 PM · For all ages · Not mentioned

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The Lost Princesses of OZ

This is an interactive theatre experience where three Dorothys meet classic storybook characters like the Queen of Hearts and Cinderella, promising magical multi-media effects and sparkling costumes for the whole family.

WhenJanuary 31 - April 26, 2026, Saturdays at 2:00 pm & Sundays at 12:30 pm
WhereSanta Monica Playhouse, 1211 4th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401
Price$15.00 for kids 12 and under • $17.50 for adults
BookingRequired — book in advance

FREE : Check out this pet-themed event on Saturday. Since tickets start at $0, there might be free entry components, and animals always delight younger kids.It's listed under the Children & Youth category for Saturday morning and involves animals.

📍Wallis Annenberg PetSpace, Anaheim Area🔄 Recurring· 11:30 AM · Children & Youth · Free

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Paws & Pages at Annenberg PetSpace

Families can enjoy an animal-centric Saturday morning experience with a pet-themed book reading and a fun craft for kids.

WhenEach week on Saturday at 11:30 AM (specific dates vary, e.g., Sat, Feb 28, Sat, Mar 7, Sat, Mar 14)
WhereWallis Annenberg PetSpace, 12005 Bluff Creek Dr, Playa Vista, CA 90094
PriceStarts at 0.00 USD (Free)

: If the weather is nice Saturday, take the family on a whale watching tour! February/March is peak season for seeing Gray Whales migrating past the Orange County coast.It's peak whale watching season, offering a fantastic outdoor science opportunity on Saturday.

📍Whale Watching Tours (Newport/Dana Point), Newport Beach / Dana Point📸 Tourist favourite· 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM · Not mentioned · Not mentioned

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Gray Whale Migration Off Newport Beach

Families can enjoy viewing the spectacular annual migration of tens of thousands of gray whales along the Newport/Laguna Beach coastline.

WhenDecember 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026, Recurring daily
WhereGray Whale Migration Off Newport Beach, 309 Palm Street Suite A Newport Beach, CA 92661
Price$38-$52.50 Adults/Child See Special From $23

: Catch a baseball game right here in Anaheim on Saturday. While no specific promotion is noted for this date, it’s a staple family outing.It's a home game listed explicitly for Saturday at the local stadium.

📍Angel Stadium, Anaheim🔄 Recurring· times vary · Kids and Family (Category) · Not mentioned (Requires ticket to game)

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Los Angeles Angels Home Games

The Los Angeles Angels Home Games feature professional baseball games, which are an exciting sporting event for families and kids of all ages to enjoy live action.

WhenFull season schedule available, specific dates and times vary throughout the season (check individual game listings on the page for specifics)
WhereAngel Stadium, Address not specified on this page, but the team is based in Anaheim.
PriceCost/range not specified on this page; tickets must be purchased.
BookingRequired — book in advance

Frequently Asked Questions

What free kids events are on in Anaheim this weekend?

This weekend (Feb 28-01) there are free options including the Bowers Museum's Celtic Festival on Sunday, the D. Yoder Family Sundays chamber music day in San Clemente, and the Lunar New Year Festival in Irvine on Sunday afternoon.

Are there any specific Anaheim Ducks events this weekend?

Yes, the UC Irvine Night at Anaheim Ducks is scheduled for Sunday, March 1st, featuring a home game against the Calgary Flames.

What is happening on Saturday morning for younger kids?

Saturday morning offers the Little Bakers: Cookie Workshop, Paws & Pages at Annenberg PetSpace, and the WonderFold WagonFest & Warehouse Sale, alongside the free Colores de Mexico cooking class.

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