Family Activities

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Family Play Space

Tuesdays–Fridays 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

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Free Hours at the Autry

Every Tuesday and Wednesday from 1-4 p.m.

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Weekend Museum Tours

Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m.

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Griffith Park Half Marathon & 5K

Sunday, February 1, 2026, 7:30–10:30 a.m.

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Toddler Tuesdays | Art with Amy

select Tuesdays beginning in January, 10:15–11:00 a.m.

Bank of America Cardholder Free Admission Days

Every First Weekend of the Month

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Western Valentine: Family Fun Day

Saturday, February 7, 2026, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

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Toddler Tuesdays | Musical Mornings

select Tuesdays every month, 10:15–11:00 a.m.

A group of children and adults gather in a colorful play area, engaging with bright music tubes and instruments. They're seated on a patterned rug, actively exploring sounds and rhythms together, creating a lively and interactive atmosphere.

The Autry is Open for Presidents Day

Monday, February 16, 2026, All day

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AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Live Music by Carmine’s Country Corner

Thursday, February 19, 2026, 6–9 p.m.

Three musicians perform on stage in a country-themed setting with guitars, American flags, and photos of country legends on the wall. One plays keyboard, one is on drums, and the third plays guitar and sings wearing a cowboy hat.

Ferrari Club of America Presents: Enzo Cruise-in

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 8–11 a.m.

SoCal Museums Free-For-All 2026

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

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Family Fun Day Movie Matinee: Rango (2011)

Saturday, March 7, 2026, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

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AUTRY AFTER HOURS | An Evening with Sourdough Slim and Robert Armstrong

Thursday, March 12, 2026, 5:30–9 p.m.

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Tiny Tales and Mini Makers

select Sundays beginning in March, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

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AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Celebrate Spring at the Autry

Thursday, March 26, 2026

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AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Cowboy Cocktail Hour with Caravan 222 and Same Ol’ Smile

Thursday, April 9, 2026, 6–9 p.m.

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Toddler Tuesdays | Creative Movement Mornings

select Tuesdays, 10:15–11 a.m.

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AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Music Nights and Cowboy Cocktails

Thursday, May 7, 2026, 6–9 p.m.

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AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Music Nights and Cowboy Cocktails

Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6–9 p.m.

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American Indian Arts Marketplace

June 6–7, 2026

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AUTRY AFTER HOURS | Music Nights and Cowboy Cocktails

Thursday, June 11, 2026, 6–9 p.m.

A band dressed in old-fashioned Western attire performs outdoors at the Autry Museum, drawing a crowd. The scene includes musicians playing instruments such as guitars and violins. The museum's "After Hours" event is advertised with a yellow frame on the left side.

National Day of the Cowboy and Cowgirl

Saturday, July 25, 2026

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Autry Annual Block Party

Saturday, September 26, 2026, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Land Acknowledgment

The Autry Museum of the American West acknowledges the Gabrielino/Tongva peoples as the traditional land caretakers of Tovaangar (the Los Angeles basin and So. Channel Islands). We recognize that the Autry Museum and its campuses are located on the traditional lands of Gabrielino/Tongva peoples and we pay our respects to the Honuukvetam (Ancestors), ‘Ahiihirom (Elders) and ‘Eyoohiinkem (our relatives/relations) past, present and emerging.

Autry Museum of the American West

4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA 90027-1462
In Griffith Park across from the Los Angeles Zoo.
Map and Directions

Free parking for Autry visitors.

MUSEUM AND STORE HOURS
Tuesday–Friday 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Saturday–Sunday 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

DINING
Food Trucks are available on select days, contact us for details at 323.495.4252.
The cafe is temporarily closed until further notice.