Once winter is over, us angelinos welcome one of the most beautuful seasons: spring! This time of the year is one of our fevorites since we can enjoy thevivid blooms, the sunnier skies, and the warm (but not scorching) warm weather. At last, a time to truly enjoy spring through the city’s best spots al fresco with the fresh, floral scents filling the air and California sunshine on our skin. Check out all the things to do in spring in L.A.!
1. Explore the Titanic like never before
For fans of immersive and interactive experiences with a special appreciation for history, this is a must. Titanic: A Voyage Through Time lets you witness the most famous and intriguing shipwreck in history with your own eyes, thanks to cutting-edge technology that makes you feel like you’re right there. Created with experts from Musealia, it offers a unique perspective on one of history’s most infamous tragedies.
📍 Location: Beverly Centre, 8th floor (in front of the H&M store), 8500 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
🎟️ Get tickets here
2. Experience Medieval Magic at the Renaissance Faire in Irwindale
This spring, immerse yourself in the medieval world at the Renaissance Faire in Irwindale. Set at the scenic Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area, the fair offers exciting jousting tournaments, live performances, and a variety of artisan vendors. You’ll encounter knights, fair maidens, and mythical creatures, all while savoring delicious food and drinks.
📍 Location: 15501 Arrow Hwy, Covina, CA 91722
📆 When: Saturdays and Sundays from April 5 to May 18, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
3. Sip in style at the California Wine Festival
This springtime event offers unlimited tastings, tasty gourmet bites, and breezy ocean views. It’s a laid-back way to sip your way into the season. Find out more about the event here.
📆 When: April 25-26, 2025
📍 Where:
- Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa: 25135 Park Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629
- Sea Terrace Park: Pacific Coast Hwy & Niguel Rd, 33418 Pacific Coast Hwy Suite 100, Dana Point, CA 92629
4. Experience a magical Candlelight Spring concert
As trees bud and flowers bloom, Candlelight is celebrating the season of new beginnings with a series of candlelit concerts featuring gorgeous floral displays. Brought together by a sea of green grass, flowers with purple shades, red tones and yellow tinges bring vibrant splashes of color to the stage, making these breathtaking performances by candlelight even more magical. Prepare to hear gifted musicians put a classical twist on the music by Coldplay, Abba, Adele and more in a beautiful flowery setting illuminated by candlelight.
🎟️ Book your Candlelight Spring concert here
5. Celebrate Women’s History Month
March not only marks the beginning of spring but also Women’s History Month. Throughout this month, in honor of International Women’s Day on March 8, we pay tribute to all the women who have paved the way in the fight for civil rights and the expansion of women’s roles in public life. In L.A., you can celebrate this powerful occasion with a variety of events, from the Women’s March to food festivals. Find out more here.
6. Go on a foodie adventure full of picnic treats and picturesque views
Escape the city and soak in the ocean breeze along LA’s breathtaking south coastline. With scenic beaches, salty air, and warm California sunshine, it’s an ideal day out. Solve playful riddles to gather gourmet picnic bites along your journey. Each clue brings you closer to a stunning picnic spot!
🎟️ Book your spot to Mystery Picnic here
7. See the California super bloom up close
The California superbloom is a stunning natural display, turning fields into vibrant seas of color. Witnessing this phenomenon offers a rare chance to connect with the beauty and power of nature, as millions of wildflowers burst into bloom. It’s a sensory delight that evokes a deep appreciation for the delicate balance of ecosystems.
8. Plan a classic cinema outing with this unmatched AMC Black Ticket deal
There’s nothing like walking into a theater with the fresh smell of popcorn and the anticipation of watching the newest hit movie. Whether you take your love, a bestie, or even yourself on a movie date—you can’t beat the incredible price of an AMC Black Ticket offered at the discounted promotional price of $11.99. Enjoy any 2D movie, on any day at any time. This ticket can be used at participating AMC Theaters across the United States.
🎟️ Grab your discounted AMC ticket(s) here
9. Discover the 55 acres of flowers at Carlsbad Ranch
Spring begins on March 1 at this ranch, where you can stroll through thousands of flowers. Located less than two hours from DTLA, this iconic destination is welcoming its 2025 season with exciting new additions, including a brand-new butterfly pavilion.
📍 Location: 5704 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92008
📆 When: Daily, 9AM-6PM from March 1, 2025
10. Float around Echo Park Lake on a cute swan boat
The iconic floating swans are the perfect way to explore the park amongst the lotus beds. You’ll get a thigh workout with views of the lush scenery. Book yourself a fun day with swan boats out here!
11. Soak up the springtime at Perch
One of the best things to do in spring in Los Angeles is to spend an evening shrouded in plants and dotted with fairy lights — with a cocktail of course. Spending an afternoon in a “garden in the sky” at one of the best city rooftops, where cocktails, music, food, and good times are guaranteed, is a must this spring.
📍 Location: 448 S Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
12. Cruise in luxury with this e-boat featuring wine, charcuterie, and sea lion spotting
Come aboard the Duffy, a fully electrical boat that will take you around Marina del Rey — Los Angeles’ biggest and most beautiful marina. Indulge in a charcuterie board and your choice of red or sparkling wine as you sail along the marina’s main channel, filled with yachts, beaches, and cycle paths. Observe the local L.A. spring wildlife while savoring the delicious bites and sipping on your wine. Snap as many pics as your phone can hold and take those memories with you.
🎟️ Get your tickets now for this luxury e-boat cruise!
13. Wander through an endless purple field at Highland Spring Ranch
Nothing is more beautiful in spring than exploring flowers, especially lavender, perfect for its color and fragrance. Every year, between May and July, they bloom, turning everything into a magical deep lilac, and many farms near the city, like Highland Spring Ranch, offer the chance to explore them, take photos, and even try organic products made with this beautiful flower.
📍 Location: 10600 Highland Springs Ave, Beaumont, CA 92223
14. Take a hike to the magical waterfall at Escondido Falls
With warm temperatures, we all feel like spending more time outside and reconnecting with nature. One of the best ways to do this is on a hiking expedition just outside of Los Angeles to discover a mesmerizing waterfall. It’s the perfect weekend plan—break a sweat and soak in the beauty of the outdoors during springtime!
📍 Location: Escondido Canyon Trail, Malibu, CA 90265
15. Take in the delightful floral aromas at The Huntington
Botanical gardens never cease to be an inviting paradise away from the smoke and smog of city life. The blooms are ever-changing and L.A. is lucky to be the home of truly remarkable plant species. So take a day to wander through the tranquil, manicured landscapes and inhale the fresh floral aromas of Mother Nature.
📍 Location: 1151 Oxford Rd, San Marino, CA 91108
16. Let your springtime creative juices flow at Galco’s Soda Pop Stop
Looking for a unique adventure this season? Look no further than Galco’s Soda Pop Stop! Here’s where you can unleash your creativity and craft your very own soda flavor. From delicious flavor combinations to fizzy experiments, the possibilities are endless. Quench your thirst for something new and at Galco’s Soda Pop Stop!
📍 Location: 5702 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90042
17. Take in the spring scenery with a gondola cruise through Long Beach
While traveling over 6,000 miles to Venice isn’t always within the budget, there’s still the option of taking a 30-minute drive to Long Beach for a taste of European life. You can glide down the stunning Naples Canals in a gondola cruise, as Gondoliers propel you down under the romantic, high-arching bridges as you travel past the Accademia, to the Ravenna, to the Toledo and the Neapolitan East and then the famous “Treasure Island” bridge.
📍 Location: 5437 E Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach, CA 90803
18. Head to this whimsical mosaicked gem in Venice
Just off Palms Boulevard in Venice, you’ll find this huge art installation full of vibrant colors, called the Mosaic Tile House. The husband and wife duo, Cheri Pann and Gonzalo Duran have spent over two decades covering every single inch of the original bungalow with an assortment of tiles, dolls, teacups, and other fascinating found objects. Walking through this embedded masterpiece is like exploring a ceramic version of Fiji’s Rainbow Reef.
📍 Location: 1116 Palms Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
19. Discover the history behind this hidden Japanese garden
Found in Pasadena, the Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden is a beautiful zen retreat with a life full of devastation and triumph. Its constructed bridges, traditional cedar log house, and lush gardens are surrounded by two ponds full of koi fish. As you and your loved one take in the landscape, it’s clear that dedication and patience went into this tranquil masterpiece.
📍 Location: 270 Arlington Dr, Pasadena, CA 91105
20. Catch a Dodgers game
It’s time for Dodgers baseball! Our boys in Blue are back and their 2025 season is full of special-themed nights, giveaways, fireworks, drone shows, and more. Check out the Dodgers schedule to get your sits for the next game.
21. Wander among thousands of technicolor tulips at Descanso Gardens
For you avid bloom-seekers there are still more floral displays to be enjoyed this season. Descanso Gardens planted around 30,000 tulip bulbs a few months ago and they have turned the plots of this 150-acre haven into a vivid kaleidoscope of flowers. Wander through a mix of yellow, hot pink, red, white, and purple springtime splendor while the blossoms are at their fullest. Find out more on Descanso Gardens’ tulip bloom here.
📍 Location: 1418 Descanso Dr, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
22. Explore the oldest house in L.A
Avila Adobe, is the oldest standing residence in the city, built in 1818. This historic adobe offers insight into early Californian life, showcasing period furnishings and artifacts. Visitors can explore its charming courtyard and learn about the city’s Hispanic heritage. It’s a unique glimpse into LA’s rich cultural past
📍 Location: 10 Olvera St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
23. Climb to the Hollywood sign on a horseback riding tour
Stop and smell the roses, while you enjoy horseback riding through the most scenic landscapes around the city on an unforgettable trail ride, either through the Santa Monica Mountains, near the Hollywood sign, or along the dreamy shores of Malibu.
📍 Location: 3400 Beachwood Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068
24. Have sustainable shopping spree afternoon at the Los Feliz Flea Market
Discover unique, vintage clothing and help reduce environmental impact while saving some money. The Los Feliz Flea Market is an ideal spot for thrift shopping, boasting hundreds of vendors offering one-of-a-kind clothing, accessories, music, and home decor items. Best part? After you’re done shopping, you can unwind with a drink on its rooftop, enjoying incredible views of Los Angeles.
📍Location: 1030 Alpine St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
25. Rediscover the beauty of jacarandas
With the arrival of spring (or rather, halfway through this season), Los Angeles is tinged with purple thanks to the magic of jacaranda trees. In every neighborhood of our city, we have picture-perfect spots to see these gorgeous trees native to South America.
26. Check out the gorgeous flower fields in and near Los Angeles
If you want to take your California super bloom experience up a notch, these flower fields in Los Angeles are just what you need. Dive into fields of poppies, go on a treasure hunt for giant coreopsis, and soak in nature near the ocean or up in the mountains.
27. Look for whales migrating along the California coast
Whale watching in Los Angeles is an unforgettable experience, whether from land or by boat. During spring, you can spot gray whales migrating north from February to May, with early humpback sightings starting in May. Check out these local whale-watching tours taking off from Newport Beach, Dana Point, and San Pedro.
28. Plan a cherry picking adventure
Spring is the perfect time to head out of L.A. and enjoy a day of cherry picking at local farms. With scenic orchards offering fresh, juicy cherries, it’s an ideal way to spend a sunny day outdoors. Grab your basket and enjoy the experience while surrounded by nature’s beauty!
Originally written by Sophie Len.