Free things to do around Los Angeles
Free Things to Do in Northridge
A central-Valley college town — the CSUN campus, neighborhood parks and an orange-grove legacy.
Free events near Northridge
Happening now and coming up within walking distance.
Reseda Certified Farmers' Market Certified Farmers Market
Fridays · 4:00 PM · Reseda Certified Farmers' Market
Cal State Northridge Certified Farmers' Market Certified Farmers Market
Tuesdays · 10:00 AM · Cal State Northridge Certified Farmers' Market
Cal State Northridge Certified Farmers' Market
Tuesdays · 10:00 AM · Cal State Northridge Certified Farmers' Market
CFM & Family Festival
Wednesdays · 5:00 PM · CFM & Family Festival
CFM & Family Festival Certified Farmers Market
Wednesdays · 5:00 PM · CFM & Family Festival
Reseda Certified Farmers' Market
Fridays · 4:00 PM · Reseda Certified Farmers' Market
About Northridge
Northridge anchors the central San Fernando Valley, home to Cal State Northridge (CSUN), whose walkable campus, botanic garden and university library lawns are free to explore. Neighborhood parks and the Zelzah depot add to its free public space.
Suburban and green, it pairs a major university with family parks and easy access to the Valley's wider attractions.
What's here
Free places in Northridge
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Los Angeles Public Library - Northridge Branch
Libraries
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Kobe
Public Art
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Zelzah Train Depot
Public Art
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Windows of Time
Public Art
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Windows of Time
Public Art
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University Library Lawn
Parks
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Earthquake Garden
Gardens
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Earthquake Garden
Public Art
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Epicenter (not)
Public Art
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Cal State Northridge Certified Farmers' Market
Food
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Matador Statue
Public Art
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Botanical Garden
Gardens
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Marilyn Magaram Center Wellness Garden
Gardens
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Scenic Viewpoint
Viewpoints · near transit
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Wilbur Basin Meadow (City)
Parks · near transit
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Rainforest
Gardens
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Vanalden Park
Parks · near transit
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Playground
Playgrounds · near transit
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Wilbur Basin Meadow (County)
Parks · near transit
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Vanalden Park
Parks · near transit
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Institute for Sustainability Food Garden
Gardens
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Aliso Creek Pocket Park
Parks · near transit
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CFM & Family Festival
Food
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Playground
Playgrounds
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Outdoor Gym
Outdoor Gyms
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Playground
Playgrounds
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Uphill, Downhill Running Path
Trails
Frequently asked: free things to do in Northridge
What are the best free things to do in Northridge?
Walk the CSUN campus and its botanic garden, relax at the neighborhood parks, and explore the university lawns — all free.
Can you visit the CSUN campus for free?
Yes — the Cal State Northridge campus, including its botanic garden and grounds, is free to walk and explore.
Where is Northridge?
Northridge is a neighborhood in the central San Fernando Valley, home to Cal State Northridge.
Are there free events in Northridge?
Yes. CSUN and the parks host free events. The list on this page updates with current ones nearby.