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Green Friday
Throughout the year, the Garden offers events that celebrate our connections to California native plants and the environment. These festivals, shows, concerts and other events provide new ways to experience the Garden. Some events are free with general admission; if events are ticketed, you may purchase your tickets online through the registration links below or at our Admissions Kiosk. #Optoutside and escape the stresses and crazy lines of Black Friday! Enjoy free Garden admission and experience the amazing Origami in…
Find out more »Family Friday
Take a break from the Black Friday madness and unwind with us at Pretend City! Today is Family Friday at the museum and we are inviting everyone to enjoy some holiday activities and games! We will continue the Thanksgiving celebration by participating in some turkey themed fun! Time: Morning Activities: Sensational Story Time @ 11:30 a.m. Afternoon Activities: Music & Movement @ 1:30 p.m.; Sensational Story Time @ 3:30 p.m. *Activity times may vary and are subject to change* Details: Pretend City will be a…
Find out more »Singin’ in the Rain
SINGIN' IN THE RAIN 1952, Warner Bros., 103 min, Dir: Gene Kelly, Stanley Donen On a short list of the greatest screen musicals ever made, SINGIN' IN THE RAIN began with legendary MGM producer Arthur Freed giving screenwriters Betty Comden and Adolph Green a stack of songs he'd written early in his career (with partner Nacio Herb Brown) - including "Broadway Melody," "You Are My Lucky Star" and the title song - with the simple request to weave a story…
Find out more »Lawrence of Arabia (PG)
The American Cinematheque debuts a brand new print of LAWRENCE OF ARABIA (1962) this month and has exclusive rights to exhibit the Best Picture Academy Award Winner in the Los Angeles region. LAWRENCE OF ARABIA is one of the all-time favorites of American Cinematheque audiences and has been shown several times a year since the organization re-opened the Egyptian Theatre in December 1998. The first of exclusive engagement will take place December 15-30, 2017 at the Egyptian Theatre. "When we…
Find out more »Jingle Bell Jump
Christmas has come early to Thousand Oaks! 🎄 Get in the holiday spirit Friday, November 23rd as Santa parachutes down from a helicopter into Janss Marketplace! 🚁 Join Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, and their elves for a celebration you won't forget! ❄️ Santa arrival by parachute ❄️ Storytelling with Mrs. Claus ❄️ Face-painting ❄️ Raffle prizes ❄️ Free holiday crafts with Santa's elves ❄️ Holiday DJ music ❄️ The Janss Express holiday train and more! Best of all - spend…
Find out more »Laurel & Hardy Festival
The Old Town Music Hall presents a collection of silent and sound short films by the comic greats Laurel & Hardy. All of the silent shorts are accompanied live on the Mighty Wurlitzer Theater Pipe Organ. Showtimes: Friday: 8:15pm Saturday: 2:30pm and 8:15pm Sunday: 2:30pm Doors open and tickets go on sale 30 minutes before show time.
Find out more »Spider Pavilion
September 16 - November 25, 2018 Our one-of-a-kind Spider Pavilion offers a truly unique experience. Walk through a safe, fascinating open-air pavilion and learn about the amazing engineering that goes into each spider's web. MEMBERSHIP: See it for free, become a Member today! CURRENT MEMBERS: Reserve your tickets today GROUPS: Groups of 10 or more receive special discounts. Explore the pavilion and walk through a maze of orb weavers and their intricate webs, and hear stories from our Gallery Interpreters…
Find out more »Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour – Hollywood
Are you ready to DANCE?!? Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour Presented by Pull-Ups® Training Pants! is an ALL NEW interactive live concert experience. Sing and dance along to Disney Junior’s greatest hits with your favorite characters. Kids of all ages and their families are all invited to the biggest dance party around! The Disney Junior Dance Party features: - Live appearances by Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Vampirina, Elena of Avalor, Sofia the First, and Doc McStuffins! - Magical on screen moments with Puppy Dog Pals,…
Find out more »Small Business Saturday
The annual holiday shopping tradition that gets communities everywhere out in support of their favorite small businesses is almost here! If you're a small business owner, there's still time to download free, customizable marketing materials to help attract more customers on Nov 24.
Find out more »Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us
Fathom Events and The Pokémon Company International bring the highly-anticipated new animated feature film Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us to movie theatres on November 24, 26, 28 and December 1. A young athlete whose running days might be behind her, a compulsive liar, a shy researcher, a bitter old woman, and a little girl with a big secret—the only thing they have in common is the annual Wind Festival in Fula City. The festival celebrates the Legendary Pokémon Lugia, who…
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