Public Programs
OCTOBER PROGRAMS
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Ikebana Workshop: Japanese Art of Floral Arranging
Sunday, October 4 - POSTPONED 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Tickets range from $55 - $110 Join us for a guided botanical art experience led by Tiger Blossom Studio. Set within the Rancho’s historic gardens, participants will explore floral arranging as a way to connect with place, seasonality, and personal expression. Through observation and hands-on work with natural materials, the workshop offers a space for reflection, creativity, and connection. Rooted in principles of Japanese ikebana, mindfulness, and sensory awareness, this workshop invites participants to slow down and engage with the natural world through creative practice. Recommended for 16+. Space is limited. The rescheduled date will be announced soon. |
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Storytime on the Barn's Lawn
Next date: October 13* NEW FALL DATES: September 15, October 13, and November 17 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Free admission and onsite parking with RSVP. Bring a blanket and join us outdoors on our Barns Lawn for an engaging storytime experience featuring themed stories for young learners. Stories will be inspired by the Rancho’s animals, history, and nature. Families will also be invited to explore sensory items designed for hands-on discovery. Explore the barnyard and visit our livestock. This free program with RSVP is recommended for 2 – 5 years old and their caregivers. *The October date has been moved from October 20th to October 13th. |
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Forest Bathing: A Sensory Experience
Saturday, October 17 from 8 AM - 11 AM $30 per person, $25 per member; per session All materials included. Free onsite parking. Join us for a guided sensory experience with certified Forest Therapy Guide, Meghan Pinyan. Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, forest bathing means taking in nature through your senses. These slow and mindful walks offer an immersive sensory experience to explore your unique relationship with the earth. The walk begins with a grounding exploration to awaken the senses, followed by a series of crafted invitations to wander using your senses to explore the natural world. The walks are slow and at a gentle pace with periods of silence and reflection. The group will conclude with tea and snacks. This is our last session of 2026. We will announce our 2027 season later this year. Returning participants to this program can use the code FORESTFRIEND2026 for a $5 discount. |
This program is in part supported by the Port of Long Beach.
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Barnyard Afternoon
Sunday, October 18 12:00 PM - 4:15 PM $10 per person, 2 and younger free; $10 for parking Spend a fun-filled afternoon at Rancho Los Alamitos! Families are invited to enjoy face painting, music, petting zoo, games, and get creative with hands-on crafts celebrating Dia de los Muertos. Barnyard Afternoon, is a program with a mix of history, animals, and interactive moments. We hope to see you there! *A general admission ticket is required for entry. If you would like to park in the Rancho's parking lot, please reserve a ticket. The Rancho will only be open to those with a reservation. GA Ticket Includes:
RLA Members use code BARNYARD2026 for a 20% discount for up to 4 tickets. |
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Exploration Talk
Inherited Stories, Evolving Identities: Latine Generational Experience and Creative Expression Thursday, October 22 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM $10 per person, free for Members This talk by CSULB Associate Professor of Chicano and Latino Studies, Dr. Abigail Rosas, will center on Latine generational knowledges and experiences in the creation and documentation of family histories and creative expression. Focusing on the teaching of intergenerational care, convivencia, and relational approaches to documenting memory and lived experience, the talk explores how creative practice creates space for intersecting ways of knowing and forming identity within an intergenerational approach to history. |
DECEMBER PROGRAMS
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Rancho Voices: Holiday Program
Save the dates: Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Step back in time during our annual holiday program. See the Rancho House dressed up for a holiday party and tour our grounds for special live performances. Stop by our activity table to make a hands-on holiday-themed craft and enjoy a delicious treat. This year, we're adding on a holiday market with over 25 vendors. End the evening browsing vendor booths and our decorated Museum Store. Advanced ticket registration for Members only on Monday, October 26, Tuesday, October 27, and Wednesday, October 28. Sign up for a membership today to get priority access here. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Thursday, October 29. |
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Holiday Wreath Workshop
Save the date: Saturday, December 19 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll craft a holiday wreath using a variety of plants. Tour our gardens for inspiration. Then, create your own one-of-a-kind wreath. Whether you’re a plant enthusiast or hobbyist, these workshops will be a fun experience that will connect you to nature. All materials provided. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Sunday, November 1. |