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The World’s Biggest Soccer Ball | Citadel Outlets, Los Angeles
June 5 – July 31: Walk through a 20-foot interactive soccer ball installation and snap photos at Citadel Outlets. On select dates, watch live professional soccer freestyle performances and interact with performers. FREE!
Summer of Soccer at LA County Library | LA County Library
June 15 – July 31: Celebrate the 2026 World Cup with soccer-inspired programs at LA County Library all summer long. Watch parties, crafts, workshops, movie nights, and curated reading resources are all part of the lineup. FREE!
Free Shakespeare Festival | Griffith Park
June 24 - September 6: Enjoy Shakespeare performances under the stars in Griffith Park. FREE!
US Open of Surfing | Huntington Beach
July 25–Aug 2: A massive beachfront surf competition and festival at Huntington Beach Pier. FREE!
Free Tech Girls Workshop in Long Beach
July 27-31: Girls in grades 6-12 can explore tech, engineering, and computing in a hands-on STEM workshop—complete all camp days to get your registration fee refunded.
Movie Nights | Brewery X, Anaheim
April–August: Watch family movies under the lights with blankets, biergarten vibes, and a full summer lineup.
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
Summer Street Fest | Downtown Bellflower
Thursdays, June 18 - July 30: Enjoy live music, food, and family fun with a different band each week in Bellflower. FREE!
Night Market | Asian Garden Mall, Westminster
June 19 – August 9: Enjoy summer weekends with Vietnamese street food, shopping, and live music at the outdoor Asian Garden Night Market in Westminster. FREE!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Acquaprofonda: Free, Family-Friendly Opera | Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
August 1-9: Long Beach Opera debuts Acquaprofonda, a 30-minute, family-friendly opera adventure about ocean protection featuring crafts, Q&As, and photo ops. Free entry to the theater; aquarium admission optional. FREE!
Toddlers & Tunes | Irvine Spectrum Center
June 2, July 7, August 4: Enjoy a fun-filled, family-friendly morning featuring complimentary rides on the Carousel, bubbles by BubblePOP, kid-friendly games, an interactive DJ, and more. FREE!
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
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.
Night Market | Asian Garden Mall, Westminster
June 19 – August 9: Enjoy summer weekends with Vietnamese street food, shopping, and live music at the outdoor Asian Garden Night Market in Westminster. FREE!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Huntington Foodie Fest | Goldenwest College, Huntington Beach
June 6, July 11, August 1: Enjoy a night out with food trucks, music, family fun, and a marketplace!
Garden Adventures | Adventures to Dreams Youth Garden, Long Beach
August 8 & September 19: Dig into hands-on gardening, arts activities, and STEM projects designed for kids and teens to explore outside the classroom. FREE!
Acquaprofonda: Free, Family-Friendly Opera | Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
August 1-9: Long Beach Opera debuts Acquaprofonda, a 30-minute, family-friendly opera adventure about ocean protection featuring crafts, Q&As, and photo ops. Free entry to the theater; aquarium admission optional. FREE!
Grand Opening | Bach to Rock Music School, Long Beach
August 8: A free music school grand opening with instrument demos, jam sessions, and live performances. FREE!
Movie Nights | Brewery X, Anaheim
April–August: Watch family movies under the lights with blankets, biergarten vibes, and a full summer lineup.
Antique Aircraft Display Days at Fullerton Airport
2nd Sunday of the Month: Owners of classic aircrafts are invited to display their aircrafts and visitors are invited to view the displays.
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
Summer at Soka | Aliso Viejo
July 23 & Aug 14: Free outdoor Shakespeare and live music performances at Soka University. FREE!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
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 full 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.
Lowe’s Kids Workshops
MyLowe’s Rewards Kids Workshops are free, hands-on DIY experiences designed just for kids. Feb 21: Birdhouse / Mar 21: Lawn Mower / Apr 18: Terrarium / May 16: Garden Basket / Jun 13: Trophy Cup / Jul 18: Mini Toy Box / Sep 12: Haunted House / Oct 17: Firefighting Plane / Nov 14: Holiday Engine / Dec 12: Holiday Trolley Car / Jan 16, 2027: Winter Play Lodge
Discovery Zone | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Third Saturday: Explore a hands-on space where kids can touch feathers, match animal tracks, build food webs, and learn how wetlands support plants, animals, and people. Through simple science activities and real marsh artifacts, young explorers discover why protecting nature matters. FREE!
Sunday Sessions at Grand Park | Gloria Molina Grand Park, Los Angeles
July 19 & Aug 16: A free outdoor house music series with DJs, a maker’s market, and beer garden. FREE!
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Silent Disco at Irvine Spectrum Center
May 23 - August 29: Join Irvine Spectrum Center on select Saturday evenings from 6-9pm for unforgettable music and moves. Groove to your favorite beats in a unique and immersive experience at the next Silent Disco. FREE!
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
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.
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Lowe’s Kids Workshops
MyLowe’s Rewards Kids Workshops are free, hands-on DIY experiences designed just for kids. Feb 21: Birdhouse / Mar 21: Lawn Mower / Apr 18: Terrarium / May 16: Garden Basket / Jun 13: Trophy Cup / Jul 18: Mini Toy Box / Sep 12: Haunted House / Oct 17: Firefighting Plane / Nov 14: Holiday Engine / Dec 12: Holiday Trolley Car / Jan 16, 2027: Winter Play Lodge
Antique Aircraft Display Days at Fullerton Airport
2nd Sunday of the Month: Owners of classic aircrafts are invited to display their aircrafts and visitors are invited to view the displays.
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
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 full 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.
Garden Adventures | Adventures to Dreams Youth Garden, Long Beach
August 8 & September 19: Dig into hands-on gardening, arts activities, and STEM projects designed for kids and teens to explore outside the classroom. FREE!
Discovery Zone | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Third Saturday: Explore a hands-on space where kids can touch feathers, match animal tracks, build food webs, and learn how wetlands support plants, animals, and people. Through simple science activities and real marsh artifacts, young explorers discover why protecting nature matters. FREE!
Orange County Children’s Book Festival
September 20: Come join the fun at Orange Coast College! Meet and get autographs from some of your favorite superstar authors and illustrators. Enjoy professional storytellers, family-friendly entertainment, FREE admission and parking, and so much more.
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
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