Top California Family-friendly Shows

Break up your sightseeing in San Francisco with a unique night out at the legendary Club Fugaza with this pre-booked ticket to the popular “Dear San Francisco” show. Secure your spot to this spectacular romp through the history of the City by the Bay in advance to avoid disappointment, and enjoy 90 minutes of acrobatics, choreography, and original music that tell the story of San Francisco from its founding to today.

Unlock the ultimate Hollywood adventure with the Universal Studios Hollywood General Admission Ticket and dive into a world where movies come to life! Feel the rush on thrilling rides like Jurassic World™ – The Ride, race through Super Nintendo World™, and cast spells in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™. Go behind the scenes on the legendary Studio Tour to explore real film sets and witness jaw-dropping special effects. Meet beloved characters, enjoy dazzling shows, and explore immersive themed lands packed with surprises at every turn. After the excitement, wander Universal CityWalk for unique shopping, delicious dining, and live entertainment. Perfect for families, friends, and movie fans, this ticket is your all-in-one pass to non-stop fun, action, and unforgettable memories in the heart of Hollywood. Book now and let the adventure begin!

Watch for whales and dolphins off Newport Beach aboard a double-decker catamaran with bow seating and 360-degree views. A diverse array of marine wildlife thrives in the protected area just outside Newport Bay, and you'll have the chance to see humpbacks, gray whales, finback whales, blue whales, seals, and several species of dolphins. The boat has a 96% success rate spotting whales or dolphins, making this a great way to explore California wildlife in a gorgeous natural environment.

Enjoy an unforgettable day at Universal Studios Hollywood, where thrilling rides, iconic shows, and attractions await. Experience the magic of famous movie sets, meet beloved characters, and soar over incredible lands. This ticket grants access to all shows, rides, and attractions, making it the ultimate LA adventure. Valid for your selected travel date only. ** VALID FOR UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD IN CALIFORNIA ONLY **

Discover a side of Solvang that few other visitors get to experience—and tap into the region’s supernatural lore—on this evening ghost tour. Meet your guide in the center of town and set off with EMF meters, dowsing rods, and other ghost-hunting tools to aid you. You’ll see historic highlights of the town, and can attempt to spot local spirits, all while your guide shares Solvang’s spookiest ghost stories.

Enjoy easy skip-the-line access to the California Academy of Sciences with this pre-paid ticket. Walk right in to explore the museum's 4-story rainforest, planetarium, and aquarium, plus the new Tiny Chef, Big Impact exhibit celebrating small actions for the planet.

Step into The Drunken Laboratory for an evening where science meets cocktails. Dressed in lab coats and goggles, participants engage in real science experiments that bubble and fizz, all while enjoying themed drinks. Compete in lab challenges and karaoke sessions that guarantee laughter and camaraderie. With every win, there’s a chance to earn free shots, making this an interactive nightlife experience like no other. Perfect for groups celebrating birthdays or simply seeking a unique outing, this event transforms learning into an unforgettable party atmosphere. Join the excitement and make discoveries that are as delicious as they are entertaining.

Uncover San Francisco’s haunted history on this thrilling ghost-hunting tour, complete with your own EMF detector. Explore eerie alleys, historic neighborhoods, and infamous sites like Gold Rush cemeteries and Chinatown’s old red-light district, while hearing chilling tales of paranormal activity, murders, and mysterious deaths. Perfect for thrill-seekers, this tour blends ghost stories with true crime and the city’s darker past.

The IMMERSED dome theater invites young adventurers aged 3-10 on a playful journey with friendly aliens Imani, Aki, and John. After their ship crashes on Earth, the audience helps the Stellars learn what plants need to thrive while racing against time to revive the Yumi-Plumi forest. This interactive experience fosters cooperation and responsibility, allowing children to actively participate in the engaging story as they watch the characters grow and find their way home. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned theater with assigned seating and beanbag chairs available for a cozy viewing experience.

The Dolby Theatre on Hollywood Boulevard gets packed with tourists pretty often, since its home to the Academy Awards, as well as other popular award ceremonies. Prebook this Dolby Theatre tour and guarantee your visit with an included admission ticket. Your guide takes you to secret celebrity hot spots inside the theatre, and you can also step on stage if there’s no scheduled show that day.

Resolution, the groundbreaking dome theater film that won the Audience Award for Best Immersive Experience at SXSW, invites you into a captivating world where music and visuals collide. Set against The Polyphonic Spree’s powerful album Salvage Enterprise, this immersive journey unfolds around a campfire, revealing the inner worlds of its characters through stunning visuals, from soaring canyons to psychedelic starscapes. Created by an acclaimed team of Oscar and Emmy winners, this experience has been hailed as the future of music and cinema. Secure your ticket now to witness this revolutionary cinematic adventure that promises to redefine storytelling.

More than 15,000 happy guests and counting! Experience the oceans like never before! This truly unique immersive experience takes you on a thirty minute virtual "scuba dive" through the world's oceans. Our flagship experience and fan favorite. Our debut short film, was shot in nine countries across three oceans and a sea, featuring over forty marine species. This immersive movie lets you virtually dive into Catalina’s kelp forests, encounter giant sea bass, humpback whales, whale sharks, manta rays, bull sharks, schools of fish, playful sea-lions, underwater caves, and more. All footage was filmed underwater in 360 degrees by our team and collaborators, captured on real dives around the world.

Learn all about Temecula’s ghostly past with the help of a tour guide shares historical spooky stories and provides ghost hunting equipment. From a hotel that’s said to be haunted to an old jail, explore a side of the city most tourists never see. Even though the subject matter may be dark, your tour leader ensures you’re entertained and having fun.

Experience a day of imagination and fun at LEGOLAND® California Resort with over 60 rides, shows, and attractions made for families with kids ages 2–12. Explore Miniland USA, drive at Fun Town, and splash around at the Water Park. Visit the SEA LIFE Aquarium and dive into ocean wonders. Book a Sea Life or Resort Hopper and get a second day free to revisit the adventure.

Prepare to explore another side to Monterey’s Cannery Row as you embark upon a pirate-themed adventure on Treasure Hunt, the part ride, part game which pays homage to Cannery Row’s maritime history. Climb aboard your mining cart and look out for the skeleton pirates and sea creatures as you make your way through the caverns, collecting lost treasure and evading the mighty Kraken.

Enjoy an evening of entertainment on this Pirates Dinner Adventure in Buena Park. Savor a feast of a meal while you revel in the special effects, swordplay and duels that are guaranteed to have you balancing on the edge of your seat. It’s a night of action, comedy, adventure and romance that’s perfect for the entire family and certain to be a highlight of any Buena Park trip.

For one exclusive evening in Los Angeles, Screen to Strings: Iconic Film Scores transforms St. John's Cathedral into a glowing, candlelit haven where music feels like cinema. With two performances at 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM, this enchanting event invites you to step inside the soundtracks you love, as if a film were unfolding live before you. Performed by the exquisite quartet Our Strings 4 You, the evening weaves sweeping adventures and tender, romantic themes into an intimate musical journey. Beneath vaulted ceilings and shimmering light, every crescendo and hush becomes a scene of its own. Perfect for cinephiles and string lovers alike, this one-night experience blends nostalgia, romance, and the magic of live performance into a truly unforgettable cinematic escape.

Skip the lines with your pre-booked ticket to Jay Alexander’s Mind Tricks Live at the Marrakech Magic Theater in San Francisco. Begin your evening in the Oasis Lounge, a hidden gem with Moroccan charm, enjoying close-up magic and vibrant cocktails before the main event. Then, prepare to be dazzled as San Francisco’s premier mentalist takes the stage with astounding mind-reading, illusions, and interactive moments that make this a one-of-a-kind experience.

Los Angeles's Chinatown is a fascinating place, especially as the shadows of night descend upon the neighborhood. Neon-lit architecture throws strange light and eerie shadows on the streets, creating a spooky atmosphere—perfect for a paranormal adventure led by an expert ghost hunter. Equipped with paranormal tools, your guide will take you through the area to unveil supernatural elements, haunting stories, and the undeniable chill-factor that lurk among the streets. Conclude with mystical ceremony to honor the spirits, ensuring a safe departure.

The IMMERSED dome theater is excited to bring the incredible Butterfly Journey dome movie from K2 Studios to Catalina Island. Enjoy the comfort of an air-conditioned theater with assigned seating and beanbag chairs available for a cozy viewing experience. Beautiful and delicate, yet unbelievably resilient, the butterfly is one of nature’s most enigmatic creatures. Follow the vast migrations of the Monarchs of North America and Blue Tigers of Australia in this incredible immersive journey. Narrated by Daisy Ridley.

Embark on the most magical family adventure! Nestled in a quiet San Francisco neighborhood, this immersive experience invites families and friends of all generations to explore an enchanted fairy grove led by a fairy, and her magical muse. Cast spells, make wishes, and encounter fairies as you journey through portals to the unknown, stumbling upon hilarious stories, a tea party, and conjuring tiny miracles along the way. With testimonials praising its ability to inspire creative thought and imagination, this one-of-a-kind adventure promises to create lasting family memories. Get ready to be charmed on a voyage unlike any other!

Step into the roaring 1920s for The Speakeasy Murder, a thrilling interactive dinner show in Buena Park, CA. Enjoy a delightful three-course meal while unraveling a captivating whodunit surrounded by colorful characters and live music. This family-friendly event offers intimate seating, audience-decided endings, and hidden clues at every table, ensuring an unforgettable night of mystery and laughter. Perfect for adults, families, and aspiring detectives alike, this PG-13 show promises a mix of suspense and entertainment in just two hours. - Interactive murder mystery dinner in a glamorous 1920s setting - Three-course prix fixe dinner with multiple entrée options - Audience participation with no forced involvement - Family-friendly fun, suitable for ages 12 and up

An evening of magic unfolds at Illusion Magic Lounge, where multiple styles of magic come to life in a captivating setting. Enjoy ambient strolling magicians while sipping a refreshing drink before entering a 150-seat theater, featuring mind-bending illusions on stage. Our stage show features some of the world's best magicians who have been featured on TV shows like Penn & Teller's Fool Us, Masters of Illusion, and on stage at venues like the World-Famous Magic Castle in Hollywood. The experience also includes in an exclusive close-up show a format rarely seen outside of Hollywood's Magic Castle -- in the intimate Courtroom space. This is Santa Monica’s premier magic experience, perfect for those seeking an unforgettable night filled with enchantment and wonder.