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June 2022
Outdoor Summer Movies Across LA & Orange County
Enjoy summer movies in Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Bellflower, Brea, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Dana Point, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Irvine, La Habra, La Palma, Lake Forest, Lakewood, Laguna Niguel, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Newport Beach, OC Parks, Placentia, Rancho Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, Rossmoor, San Clemente, Santa Ana, Stanton, Tustin, Westminster, Whittier, Yorba Linda, and more!
Emotions at Play with Pixar’s Inside Out in Discovery Cube Los Angeles
JUNE 10 - SEPTEMBER 11: Focusing on the five core emotions featured in the film – Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust and Fear – hands-on and digital experiences in the exhibit offer opportunities to explore some of the ways we express our emotions.
2022 Outdoor Summer Concerts
Outdoor summer concerts in Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Bellflower, Brea, Buena Park, Cerritos, Cypress, Dana Point, Downey, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Irvine, La Habra, La Palma, Laguna Niguel, Lake Forest, Lakewood, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Newport Beach, OC Parks, Placentia, Rancho Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach, Rossmoor, San Clemente, Santa Ana, Signal Hill, Tustin, Westminster, and Yorba Linda.
July 2022
Shakespeare Festival Special Events at Griffith Park
JULY 16 - AUGUST 27: Bring your family to enjoy Shakespeare themed activities throughout the summer! Activities will include workshops, themed nights, a summer faire, and more!
August 2022
August Events at Pretend City
Movie Night in the City (Aug 5) • Raksha Bandhan (Aug 11) • Night in the Museum (Aug 11) • Elephant's Day (Aug 17) • Tooth Fairy Day (Aug 23) • Pretend City's Birthday Bonanza (Aug 27-28)
House of the Dragon: The Targaryen Dynasty Exhibit at Natural History Museum LA
AUGUST 5 - SEPTEMBER 7: Visit the mythical world of Westeros, the Targaryen Dynasty, and the dragons that ruled beside them. Attendees will be the first to see new costumes and props from the series and have the chance to sit on a replica of the new Iron Throne.
Nisei Week Japanese Festival at Little Tokyo in Los Angeles
AUGUST 13-21: Come and experience Japanese culture at Nisei Week in Little Tokyo! The festival presents all sorts of entertainment from a Deko-Car Show, a Grand Parade to cultural exhibits that includes displays on bonsai trees, calligraphy, and Ikebana (Japanese art of arranging flowers).
Butterfly Pavilion at the Natural History Museum in Los Angeles
MARCH 20 - SEPTEMBER 5: Butterflies are taking flight at the museum! Walk among beautiful butterflies at NHM's seasonal Butterfly Pavilion. This springtime exhibition features hundreds of butterflies, colorful native plants, and plenty of natural light to help you see these creatures shimmer.
Sawdust Art Festival in Laguna Beach
JUNE 24 - AUGUST 28: Shop unique artwork and enjoy live music, roaming entertainment, daily art demonstrations and a variety of food and drink offerings.
Dinos in the City at Pretend City
NOW - SEPTEMBER 5: Learn how paleontologists unearth dinosaur bones, dig in the dinosaur pit, and get a chance to collect several dinosaur trading cards.
SOAR: Tropical Butterflies at South Coast Botanic Garden
APRIL 1 - AUGUST 31: Step into the Host and Nectar Garden for an up close view of the butterfly habitat and the emergence of new species.
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.
Outside SCR: Million Dollar Quartet at Mission San Juan Capistrano
JULY 30-AUGUST 21: Bring your family back in time to enjoy a Broadway Musical inspired by a true story.
Weekly Junior Ranger Program at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
TUESDAYS, AUGUST 2 & 16: Join a Park Ranger for a fun introduction to the animals and plants of Crystal Cove State Park in our weekly Junior Ranger programs. This children’s nature program is a favorite in State Parks and allows kids to earn a badge, stamps, a poster, or a patch.
Summer Stroll through the Fullerton Arboretum
TUESDAYS: Enjoy your summer night and join for a relaxing stroll through the plant collections in the Fullerton Arboretum with live music and complimentary refreshments.
Free Summer Lunch Cruises in Long Beach Shoreline Village
WEDNESDAYS, JULY 6 - AUGUST 31: Enjoy a FREE 30 minute harbor cruise with purchase of lunch “to go” from participating restaurants every Wednesday through the end of August.
Family Nature Hike at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
WEDNESDAYS, AUGUST 10 & 17: Summer is an exciting time to learn about our local nature. Join a park naturalist on a one-mile Family Nature Hike at Crystal Cove State Park to learn about the plants and animals living in the park.
OC Sheriff’s Department Meet and Greet in Mission Viejo
AUGUST 17: Come meet some of your local deputies who serve the City of Mission Viejo. Ask them questions, check out their vehicles and equipment, and say thank you for keeping us safe. Win FREE pizza, and visit The Village Center for desserts!
Cool Crafts Roundup at Rancho Los Alamitos
WEDNESDAYS: Drop-in for a craft project and story time connecting to water, nature, and sustainability!
State Fair at Santa Anita Park
JULY 21 - AUGUST 20: Enjoy fair rides and games, live entertainment, pig races, dog shows, stunt shows, fair food, and more.
El Dorado Nature Center Family Nightlife Walks
THURSDAYS, JUNE 23 - SEPTEMBER 29: Join a guided after-hours walk to see all the nocturnal creatures that call the Nature Center home. Pre-registration required and fills up fast!
Youth Art Classes at Festival of Arts in Laguna Beach
FRIDAYS - SUNDAYS, JULY 8 - AUGUST 21: Kids will enjoy art classes taught by professional artists in mixed-media, ceramics, sculpture and more. Meanwhile, parents will have free time to view the artwork on display throughout the Festival grounds.
BBQ Music Festival in Fountain Valley
August 19-21: BBQ Music Fest in Fountain Valley is having another celebration filled with live music, carnival rides and games, a children's stage, a bbq competition, and much more!
Cinderella at Santa Monica Playhouse
EVERY FRIDAY: A new Cinderella play featuring new songs, special FX, dazzling costumes, and a silent movie segment!
Family Fun Morning at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
FRIDAYS, AUGUST 5 & 19: Explore Crystal Cove State Park at your own pace. Head out on the Environmental Study Loop Trail or into Moro Canyon with self-guided activities on this Family Fun Morning. Look for animal evidence, smell local plants, and listen for bird songs while learning about the natural resources in the park.
Little Seedlings Story Time at Sherman Gardens
July 29, August 5, 12 and 19: : Join them as they share favorite stories, picture books and poems. Perfect for preschool children and their caregivers.
Kids Night Out in Cypress
AUGUST 19: A fun night out event kids! Includes games, crafts, pizza dinner, desserts, and a movie!
Family Nights at Mayfair Pool in Lakewood
FRIDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 26: Enjoy an evening splash with the family at Mayfair Pool, 6:30-8 p.m.
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.
Snow White in Santa Monica Playhouse
EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY: Santa Monica Playhouse is featuring Snow White and is taking their audience on a magical adventure as everyone’s most beloved young heroine journeys to find herself, her mother, and her true destiny.
Garden Concerts For Kids at the Getty Center in Los Angeles
EVERY WEEKEND: For the August weekends, take your little ones to a fun outdoor concert at the Getty Center! Each weekend presents different bands such as Jazzy Ash & Red Yarn and The Lucky Band.
Weekend Family Crafting at reDiscover Center in Los Angeles
SATURDAY & SUNDAYS, NOW - DECEMBER 31, 2022: Have a blast making art from upcycled materials. Your table is stocked with curated recycled materials and "rediscovered" offcuts and scraps from local manufacturers, along with freshly sanitized crafting tools and kid-friendly fasteners.
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.
Archery Instruction at El Dorado Park in Long Beach
SATURDAYS: Get pointers to improve skills, and consistent shooting technique. Equipment provided. Saturday classes include, advanced, 9 a.m. and beginner 10:30 a.m. Safety class required.
Parent and Me Workshop: Sun Printing at Sherman Library & Gardens in Corona Del Mar
AUGUST 20: Take your little one to experience the artistic effects of Sun Printing!
Creative Babe Market in Yorba Linda
AUGUST 20: Bring your family to a fun weekend market with face paintings, a free mermaid meet & greet, over 60+ local small business, yummy food, much more!
Shakespeare in the Park For Families in Culver City
AUGUST 6-28: Ideal for all ages, Free Shakespeare in the Park for Families is a high-energy theatrical performance designed for children to experience reimagined Shakespeare classics by weaving modern, cultural, iconic references into classic texts.
Phineas Banning Birthday Celebration at the Banning Museum
AUGUST 20: Come celebrate the “Father of the Los Angeles Harbor” with live music by local band, JB and The Big Circle Riders, line dance lessons and delicious barbecue provided by Lucille’s Smokehouse Barbecue!
Bumpy, Fuzzy, Smelly Family Night Hike at the Los Angeles Arboretum
AUGUST 20: Bring your family to a sensory-sensation night hike to explore the strangest, bumpiest, fuzziest, and smelliest plants in the Arboretum's collection, find out how these fancy adornments help them survive!
Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert at the Five Point Amphitheater
AUGUST 20: The battle for the galaxy intensifies in this thrilling fifth episode of the unfolding saga. Come and see how the story collects itself in this classic narrative's ensemble.
Cool Fam Fest at The Lombardi House in Hollywood
AUGUST 21: Join LA’s coolest families at the beautiful Lombardi House in Hollywood for back-to-back DJ sets, a marketplace filled with brands you know and love, food carts galore, ice cold drinks, activities for kids big and small, and much more.
Family ArtMaking at Long Beach Museum of Art
SUNDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 4: Art making with the entire family! Join them every Sunday during the summer months for an exhibition-themed, drop-in workshop.
Andell Family Sundays—Art Meets Science in LACMA
AUGUST 21: Join Andell Family Sundays on LACMA's campus and be creative, discover new art, make memories, and have fun! Make art inspired by artworks in LACMA's collection that explore the intersection between art and science. This event is designed for all ages.
Plum Fest at Old World Huntington Beach
AUGUST 21: Huntington Beach's Plum Fest features live performances and everything PLUM! Take your family and friends to experience a fruit-filled Sunday!
Summer Evening Strolls at The Huntington Library
JUNE 11-SEPTEMBER 2: Enjoy a stroll in the gardens at twilight. Meet your friends, enjoy dinner or a light snack and a cocktail at 1919 Cafe, stroll the breathtaking gardens at sunset, and take home a memento of your visit from the Huntington Store.
Tooth Fairy Day at Pretend City
AUGUST 23: The tooth fairy will be handing out toothbrushes, posing for photos, and interacting with children. Get free dental screenings, enjoy story time and puppet show, play with different types of toothpaste, and visit with pre-dental undergraduate students from UCI.
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!
Fiesta La Ballona in Culver City
AUGUST 26-28: Take your family to Fiesta La Ballona, a Festival of the People! This event includes food vendors, rides, live performances, karaoke, and other sorts of entertainment!
Sea Country Festival in Laguna Niguel
AUGUST 26-28: Bring your friends and family to experience this end-of-summer event with music, rides, games, food, and more. The festival is a free entry event, with nominal fees for attractions and games.
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