Top California Family-friendly Shows

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.

A night of laughter and glamour awaits at the Comedy is a Drag show in Santa Barbara. This monthly event features an exciting blend of stand-up comedy and stunning drag performances that promise high-energy entertainment. Revel in outrageous jokes, playful improv, and audience interaction while enjoying a full bar with no drink minimum. Perfect for date nights or group outings, this vibrant and inclusive atmosphere ensures a memorable experience. Plus, stick around after the show for free entry into the city's hottest nightclub, keeping the celebration alive well into the night.

Immerse yourself in the world of Harry Potter with a ticket to a special screening of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Enjoy a menu inspired by the world of Harry Potter.

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

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.

Break up your sightseeing in San Francisco with a unique night out at the legendary Club Fugazi 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 100 minutes of acrobatics, choreography, and original music that tell the story of San Francisco from its founding to today.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

For more than 25 years, National Comedy Theatre has entertained San Diego with professional, completely unscripted comedy. Every performance is created live, so no two shows are ever the same. Guests can share suggestions from their seats, cheer for their favorite performers, and meet the cast afterward. Participation is always optional, and no one is put on the spot—making it a welcoming night out for couples, families, groups, and San Diego visitors. The show is appropriate for all audiences.

Scot Nery's Boobietrap is a highly acclaimed, fast-paced variety and alt-circus show featuring an eclectic mix of 15 acts in 90 minutes. Hosted by renowned performer Scot Nery, it showcases international talent from Cirque du Soleil, America's Got Talent, and the Magic Castle. The show features the dedicated house comedy band known as Diaperwōlf The lineup constantly changes, but you can expect a surreal mix of musicians, comedians, jugglers, contortionists, magicians, and knife throwers. Every performer is strictly limited to four minutes. We keep the The show moving quickly -- keeping energy high and unpredictable. Come discover LA's hottest weeknight show!

Step into the world of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory with this immersive cinematic experience. In partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures, Little Cinema, and MakeMake, this family-friendly production brings the film back to life in an entirely new way. Watch the classic film while the environment around you evolves with dynamic visuals and playful effects. The multisensory experience pairs boundary-pushing immersive storytelling, drawing audiences deeper into the enchantment of the film. Experience Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory in Shared Reality and enter a world of pure imagination.

In partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures and Emmy-nominated studio Little Cinema, Cosm is bringing "The Matrix" to life in a groundbreaking celebration of its 25th anniversary. Experience the film as it unfolds around you on Cosm’s massive 87-foot LED dome, with visuals that dynamically interact with the action on screen.