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Southern California Children's Museum that offer holiday events.

Southern California is filled with great Children's Museums. These museums offer great holiday activities. Some offer Snow Days, Christmas activities, Hanukkah games and more. There are so many great opportunities to teach kids all ages about traditions, cultures and history. 

The Children's Museum, La Habra - They are offering Posadas, Christmas crafts and other hands on learning. 
LOCATION: 301 S Euclid St, La Habra, CA 90631
http://www.lhcm.org/

Kid's Space Museum in Pasadena - Snow Days are just around the corner. They offer a great play area that this extremely fun and filled with touch and feel items.
LOCATION:480 N Arroyo Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91103
https://www.kidspacemuseum.org/
Pretend City in Orange County - A great place to bring your toddler to play and explore. This week they are offering photos with Santa. Great place to bring a picnic lunch. Toddlers are encouraged to play until they fall asleep. 
LOCATION: 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618
https://www.pretendcity.org/

Discovery Cube aka Discovery Science Center - The Science of Gingerbread. This is a great time of the year to visit the museum. It offers so many hands-on activities as well as fun play areas. 
LOCATION: 2500 N Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92705
https://www.discoverycube.org/

Zimmerman Children's Museum - One of the most outstanding places a child under (8) years old can play and explore art and science. It is a must see this winter break. They are closed on Saturday's, so make sure to check their schedule before traveling to visit them. 
LOCATION: 6505 Wilshire Blvd #100, Los Angeles, CA 90048
http://zimmer.sharewell.org/

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