Things to do this weekend in and around the San Fernando Valley
Friendly fun in San Fernando Valley for Friday, May 8 – Sunday, May 10, 2026
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Friday, May 8, 2026
Parents, get ready for a fantastic Friday filled with family adventures! Start the evening with the heartwarming Anne of Green Gables at CPT at Conejo Players Theatre in Thousand Oaks at 7PM, where kids will love the spirited tales of imaginative orphan Anne Shirley and her farm life escapades. Gaming enthusiasts can dive into the May 8-10, 2026: Play! Pokémon 2026 Los Angeles Regionals at Los Angeles Convention Center, kicking off with exciting Pokémon Scarlet, Violet, TCG, and GO competitions for prizes and championship points from 9AM-9PM. Capture joyful memories at no upfront cost with a Free spring mini photo session with Shoott! - Los Angeles, featuring 30-minute outdoor shoots by local pros. For a gentle start, join Sensory Friendly Fridays - Skirball Cultural Center from 12:00–1:30PM, offering a calm space for sensory-sensitive children to explore exhibits comfortably.
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Saturday shines with magical discoveries and thrills that will have your little ones beaming! Step into a fairy-tale dream at the Imaginarium “Utopia…Where Fairy Tales Come Alive” Event at Lakewood Center from 6PM-10PM, complete with glowing paths, giant installations, millions of lights, and hands-on crafts for immersive play. History buffs and costume lovers will adore The Original Renaissance Pleasure Faire 2026 at Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area in Irwindale from 10AM-7PM, featuring Elizabethan adventures, performers, pubs, games, and vegan-friendly eats. Catch more Pokémon action at the ongoing May 8-10, 2026: Play! Pokémon 2026 Los Angeles Regionals at Los Angeles Convention Center, building excitement with battles and spectator fun. Don't miss nature magic at Butterfly Season - Kidspace Children's Museum in Pasadena, where kids interact with live butterflies and educational exhibits all day.
Sunday, May 10, 2026
Wrap up the weekend with joyful celebrations perfect for Mother's Day cheer! Honor moms with Celebrating Mother's in the City at Pretend City Children's Museum in Irvine at 11AM, featuring special activities to make the day memorable for families. Pokémon fans can cheer on the finals at May 8-10, 2026: Play! Pokémon 2026 Los Angeles Regionals at Los Angeles Convention Center from 9AM-9PM, crowning champions with scholarships and invites to Worlds. Tiny tots will toddle with delight at Baby Steps for 0-18 month olds at Pretend City from 8AM-9:30AM, packed with age-appropriate play and discovery. Create lasting portraits with Free spring mini photo session with Shoott! - Santa Barbara and Ventura, offering free outdoor family shoots by skilled photographers.