PICK OF THE MONTH: Knott’s Peanuts Celebration
Saturday, February 1 – Sunday, March 1
On February weekends (as well as on March 1 and Feb. 10, 14, 17), Knott’s will go nutty for its beloved Peanuts characters. Visitors will feel like they have stepped into the pages of Charles M. Schulz’s comics. They can enjoy Peanuts-inspired entertainment, interactive character experiences, tasty themed-treats and festive Peanuts-inspired decor that should certainly make for memorable photo opportunities. The Peanuts characters debut a new musical surprise for guests at the Calico Mine Stage. The day show includes Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Peppermint Patty and Linus in “Happiness Is” as they play, dance, sing and laugh through a medley of popular songs about fun and the true bonds of friendship. Then at night, the stage transforms into a musical extravaganza with Woodstock’s Musical Festival. The musical event features the Peanuts Gang joined by the family-friendly indie band The Jelly of the Month Club, performing a high-energy rock concert for the whole family. Other highlights include Discoteca de Silencio at Fiesta Village, “Space Beagle” at Camp Snoopy Theater and the Peanuts Sketch School at Bird Cage Theatre.
Knott’s Berry Farm | 8039 Beach Blvd., Buena Park
714-220-5200 | knotts.com
Capture the King Tide Nature Walk
Saturday, February 8 – Sunday, February 9
At the Ocean Institute, families will learn about coastal tides and discover how rising sea levels impact local coastlines. Then they’ll act as citizen scientists for the California King Tide Project, exploring the local marine-protected area to document the effects of King Tides. This program occurs 10:30 am-11 am each day. Make your reservations online.
Ocean Institute | 24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point
949-496-2274 | ocean-institute.org
Art Lessons In The Wild
Saturdays February 1-April 25
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching and the Wyland Foundation again partner for this unique art and outdoor experience. At 9 am, kids (ages 3-12) do an hour-long art lesson, which is followed by a two-hour whale-watching trip that their family can do too. Youngsters must be accompanied by a paying adult (up to 2 children per adult). Advanced reservations required.
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching
34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point | 888-224-0603 | danawharf.com
The Great Train Show
Saturday, February 8 – Sunday, February 9
The nation’s only coast-to-coast model train show makes a stop at the OC Fair & Event Center this weekend (10 am-4 pm both days). Hobbyists, modelers, and the general public are all welcome aboard for this model train extravaganza. Explore the hundreds of tables of trains and check out large operating exhibits; there will be children’s activities too.
OC Fair & Event Center | 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa
trainshow.com/costamesa
27th ScotsFestival & International Highland Games
Saturday, February 15 – Sunday, February 16
The Queen Mary, which was built in Scotland, is the site for this salute to all things Scottish: from bagpipe playing and sword dancing to sheep herding and falconry. Highlights include the Highland Games (with its traditional athletic competitions for men, women, and children), the knighting ceremonies, and The Queen Mary’s coronation.
The Queen Mary| 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach
877-342-0738 | queenmary.com
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