All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
June 2022
Bubble Bash at Long Beach Towne Center
SUNDAY, JUNE 26: Enjoy interactive color-filled bubble stations, get sudsy with an overflowing foam zone and enjoy live entertainment, games and giveaways.
Cardboard City in Santa Monica
JUNE 25 - AUGUST 14: Experience the hands-on fun of transforming simple cardboard into cool creations. View inspirational cardboard art from LA artists.
Starry, Starry Night at Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park
JUNE 26: Come join for an interactive evening under the stars and immerse yourself in a scaled-down version of our solar system!
Free Summer Fun Days at Long Beach Parks
JUNE 20 - AUGUST 26: Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine has great free and affordable programs for youth and teens planned during the summer at 21 local parks. Kids can come out for games, crafts, sports, field trips and more Monday-Friday from noon to 5 p.m.
Be SAFE Programs (Summer Activities in a Friendly Environment) in Long Beach
JUNE 20- AUGUST 26: Free classes, sports, fitness crafts and more will be offered from 5-8 p.m.at 11 city parks.
Long Beach Taste of Downtown 2022
JUNE 29-30 & AUGUST 24-25: Downtown showcases the culinary culture of Downtown. This free event also features drink vendors, live music and more!
July 2022
Free First Fridays at Kidspace Children’s Museum
FIRST FRIDAYS: Experience Kidspace Children's Museum for free! Advanced reservations are required.
FREE Kids Programs in Los Angeles on Fourth of July
JULY 4: Offers free art, music, film, performing arts, textile, and culture classes!
The Great American Kids’ Bike Parade in Long Beach
JULY 4: Join Justin Rudd's "Great American 4th of July Kids Bike Parade" with a kids patriotic speech and costume contest!
Toddlers & Tunes at Irvine Spectrum Center
JULY 5 & AUGUST 2: Toddlers and Tunes takes place on the Giant Wheel Lawn, near the ferris wheel from 1am to 12pm. Enjoy some fun in the sun with complimentary Carousel*, games, interactive DJ, and more.
Free Day at The Huntington Library
EVERY FIRST THURSDAY: The first Thursday of every month is Free Day. Admission is free of charge with advance reservation.
41st Lotus Festival in Los Angeles
JULY 9-10: The Lotus Festival includes a food court, dragon boat races, handcrafted artwork, a children's area, and much more!
Beginning Archery Class in Fountain Valley
JUNE 11 - AUGUST 20: Join OC Parks staff and OC Parks volunteers for a beginning archery course for first-time archers.
American Blues ‘n Jazz Festival at the Bowers Museum
JULY 10: Enjoy live performances, art making, face painting and more at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana.
Free Miniature Train Rides at Fairview Park in Costa Mesa
THIRD WEEKEND OF EVERY MONTH: The Orange County Model Engineers offer public ride days every third weekend of each month. To ride the trains, children must be able to walk and be at least 31" tall. A typical trip takes about 12 minutes and covers two loops of the park.
Mini Family Day in Los Alamitos
JULY 21: Kick start your summer together as a family at Little Cottonwood Park in Los Alamitos! The event includes live music and entertainment for kids!
2022 Vans US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
JULY 30 - AUGUST 7: The festival will offer a full calendar of engaging creative activities for the entire family to enjoy, including customization workshops, on-site surfboard shaping, public skate and BMX sessions, a community market, giveaways and sustainable installations.
Long Beach Dragon Boat Festival
JULY 30-31: View one of the largest dragon boat competitions in California, plus Chinese traditional art demonstrations, Chinese Acrobats, traditional dance, hip hop, music and martial arts performances. Come enjoy the fun, food and excitement.
Kids Give To Kids Free Event in Anaheim
JULY 31: Take your family to a free event in Anaheim's Highway 39 Event Center for a day filled with free food, carnival games, and free toys!
August 2022
Caribbean Summer Festival at the Bowers Museum
AUGUST 7: Enjoy live performances, art making, face painting and more at the Bowers Museum
Summer’s End Concert at Marine Stadium in Long Beach
AUGUST 26: End the summer with a fun free concert and enjoy food trucks and a free Kids Zone. Friday, 5 p.m.
Disclaimer: The Kidsguide team works hard to ensure all events are accurate at the time of posting, but details are subject to change without notice. Please confirm all details with event organizer before attending. Kidsguide is not liable for errors, omissions, or changes to listings on our calendar.
