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Coolest Things to Do With Kids in the South Bay (LA) in February

ByShahrzad Warkentin

From Lunar New Year celebrations to Black History Month events, there are plenty of educational and exciting things to cram into the shortest month of the year. Check out our list of all the fun things to do with kids in the South Bay and beyond in February.

This post is sponsored by South Bay Credit Union. South Bay Credit Union is for all who live, work, or worship in the South Bay. 

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Events & Activities in the South Bay This Month

A Day of Giving & Community

NEW DATE** Feb. 1

The South Bay community is coming together to support those affected by the devastating Los Angeles fires. Local Anchor Foundation and The Point in El Segundo are hosting A Day of Giving & Community to bring residents, businesses, and musicians together to raise funds for Team Rubicon, a veteran-led humanitarian organization dedicated to disaster relief. You can shop, dine, and enjoy live music, all while making a meaningful impact.

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Local Anchor Valentine’s Day Kindness Project 

Ends Feb. 10

Looking for a fun and creative way to give back with the family? Make some Valentine’s Day cards with Local Anchor! Join our Valentine’s Day Kindness Project by donating Valentine’s Day Cards to donate to patients in local hospitals. Make cards at home and drop them off at one of our collection locations in the South Bay.

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Redondo Beach Super Bowl Sunday Race

Feb. 9

Grab your sneakers and get ready to move at the 47th Annual Redondo Beach Super Bowl Sunday Race. The whole family can participate in the action with a 10K, 5K, Baby Buggy 10K, 5K Stroller Walk, and Kids 1K Fun Run! Organized and founded by the Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce, you can’t beat this fun family event for outdoor fitness with a spectacular ocean view.

Lunar New Year Celebration at South Coast Botanic Garden

Saturdays and Sundays, February 2025

The South Coast Botanic Garden celebrates the Lunar New Year every weekend throughout the month of February with new expanded hours and additional performance times. The festivities include crafting dragon puppets, making paper lanterns, calligraphy, Mahjong, and games. Each weekend also features live performances of lion and dragon dances, as well as martial arts demonstrations, and more. The event is free with garden admission, there is an additional fee for performances.

Enjoy a Date Night

Feb. 14 (or anytime!)

Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to get out for some much-needed time without kids. Check out our guide to the best date night restaurants in the South Bay to plan your evening.

Aquarium of the Pacific 23rd Annual African American Festival

Feb. 22-23

The Annual African-American Festival is back for another year of exciting festivities. Family-friendly activities include live music, dance performances, storytelling, historical displays, and the Aquarium’s Heritage Award ceremony. Festival admission is included in your Aquarium ticket.

Worth the Drive: Events & Activities in Los Angeles and Beyond This Month

Lunar New Year Celebrations

Throughout February

The Year of the Snake has arrived, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate, from parades to festivals. Check out our complete guide to all of the special events across the city.

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LA Kings Hockey Game 

Select dates in February

A night at an LA Kings hockey game is truly a memorable event for the whole family. After the game, there are plenty of opportunities to mingle with other fans, stop for photo ops, or purchase souvenirs at the arena’s gift shop.

Black History Month Events at LAPL

Throughout Feb.

The Los Angeles Public Library is always a great place for things to do with kids. Throughout February, branches across the city offer all kinds of programming, from storytimes to drum circles.

Knott’s PEANUTS Celebration

Weekends through March 9

Kick off the Seasons of Fun and celebrate with the PEANUTS gang as they take over the park. Enjoy special performances, photo ops, and limited-time treats and eats throughout the park.

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About South Bay Credit Union

South Bay Credit Union is for all who live, work, or worship in the South Bay.  

Banking with South Bay Credit Union offers numerous advantages. Their exceptional features include a local presence in the South Bay, personalized attention to detail, tailored banking and lending solutions, access to over 30,000 fee-free ATMs, specialized Youth Accounts, and private insurance coverage of up to $1,000,000 per account.

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Shahrzad is a parenting lifestyle writer and mom of two adventure-loving kids. She is a Los Angeles native where she lives with her husband, daughter, son, and their dog. She has worked in digital media since 2009 and written for Pampers, Red Tricycle, Romper, and What To Expect among others. Previously she was a film and television writer with work featured on Nickelodeon. Follow Shahrzad on IG @writersher