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September 2019
Pumpkin Patch at Irvine Park Railroad
Pick the perfect pumpkin, go on a train or hay ride, race on tractors, play a carnival game, decorate cookies, jump around in a bounce house, get your face painted, pan for gold, and more!
Kids Bowl Free All Summer Long!
Kids across North America can bowl for free all summer long at one of 1,300+ participating bowling centers.
Free Family Concerts in LA County
Family-friendly concerts will be held in parks, outdoor amphitheaters, community centers, libraries and museums throughout LA County featuring a variety of artists performing all genres.
Malice in Wonderland Halloween Boutique at Rogers Gardens in Corona Del Mar
Follow the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole to experience Wonderland, a labyrinth full of strange and impossible décor to fill your home for Halloween.
Fish Fry and Carnival in Costa Mesa
Sponsored by the Costa Mesa - Newport Harbor Lions Club, the event includes a traditional fish fry, rides, games, food and entertainment.
Movies in the Park in Newport Beach
Enjoy a movie under the stars in front of a giant inflatable screen. Free popcorn and candy, activities, and food for purchase.
Shark Lagoon Night
Guests can touch and learn about sharks, purchase drinks and snacks, and enjoy live music during select Shark Lagoon Nights.
Hotel Transylvania 3 in Newport Beach
Bring family, friends and neighbors out to Bayview Park to enjoy some fresh air, free popcorn, free candy, free activities, and a live screening of "Hotel Transylvania 3".
Movies in the Park in Seal Beach
Grab your family, some chairs and blankets, and enjoy a movie by the pier.
Free Movie Under the Gun at the USS Iowa
Bring your family and friends to enjoy this free screening of Captain Marvel on the fantail of Battleship IOWA!
Dozynki Harvest Festival in Yorba Linda
Come celebrate Polish culture at this 41st annual fall festival, with traditional Polish food, music, folk dancing, vendors and kids' activities.
Smithsonian Museum Day
Participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket.
International Food and Music Festival in Downey
Check out the best grub from local restaurants and popular food trucks, live entertainment, face painting, carnival attractions and much more.
Saturday Morning Cartoons & Drawing at Chuck Jones Center for Creativity in Costa Mesa
Saturday Morning Cartoons & Drawing is a place to bring the family and be inspired to create. There will be tables with drawing materials for all members of the family of any artistic level to participate.
Trails and Creek Clean-up in Aliso Viejo
Make a difference by helping to clean up the environment! Free refreshments provided.
Seal Beach Cleanups
Save Our Beach conducts a monthly beach cleanup on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. rain or shine at the beach parking lot at the end of 1st Street, Seal Beach.
California Coastal Clean-up Day
It's time to make a difference! Join the community and take an active role in keeping the coastline clean and healthy.
Oceanside Harbor Days
Head to Oceanside for two event-filled days of sun, sand and surf. The festival includes arts and crafts, food, a costume party for kids (12 and under), stage entertainment, military and public safety displays and more.
Coastal Cleanup Day at Crystal Cove State Park
Join volunteers to cleanup the 3.5 miles of coastline at the park.
Billie Jean King Main Library Grand Opening in Long Beach
Join the Long Beach Public Library for the grand opening of the all-new Billie Jean King Main Library! After the opening ceremony, come in to view the new space and check out some books!
Justin Rudd’s 30-Minute Beach Cleanup in Belmont Shore
Groups and individuals of all ages are invited to participate and support this monthly environmental clean-up effort. The 30-Minute Beach Cleanups are held rain or shine. Organizers provide free giveaways, trash bags, gloves, refreshments, and volunteer service verification forms.
New York Film Academy Open House in Burbank
Get a feel for camps offered by the New York Film Academy for kids (10-13) and teens (14-17). Camps include filmmaking, acting for film, musical theatre, photography, screenwriting, 3D animation, and music videos.
The Great Pumpkin Weigh Off at Irvine Park Railroad
See if the local pumpkin growers have what it takes to win a prize for growing the biggest pumpkin.
Free Crafts for Kids at Lakeshore Learning
Kids (ages 3+) make fun crafts.
Free Hounds on the Hill Event in Signal Hill
Bring your four-legged friends for a day of family-friendly fun at the annual Hounds on the Hill event at Signal Hill Park.
Festival of Children at Southcoast Plaza
Weekends in September: The festival aims to help educate the community about the programs benefiting the children of Orange County, featuring more than 75 charities.
Checkmate! Chess at the Norton Simon Museum
Drop by the museum's Sculpture Garden and challenge a friend to a game of chess.
Teen Open Mic Showcase in La Palma
Teens (13-18) are invited to show off their talent. Open to acoustic musicians, poets and vocalists.
Family Movies in the Park in Yorba Linda
Bring a low-backed chair and a blanket and snuggle up for a free family flick.
Stage Magic Competition presented by The Seal Magic Club and Ring 96
Up to eight magicians will compete for trophies in this public event. This all-ages show is open to everyone. Please come, watch and vote for your favorite performer.
Community Day at Back Bay Science Center in Newport Beach
Tour the facility, including the loop trail and marine life.
Kids Free Fishing Clinic in Dana Point
Dana Wharf Sportfishing invites all children to come to our dock side fishing clinic and learn hands on techniques on fishing from the experts.
Bella Terra Kids Club
Kids Club is all about fun, exploring, and learning through crafts, story time, and fun performances planned throughout the year.
Free Tinkergarten Trial Classes
For over 7 years, Tinkergarten has been on a mission to spread a love of learning and nature throughout the country by offering play-based learning to kids in community parks. Join Tinkergarten by signing up your kids, ages 6 months to 8 years, for discovery-based learning. Outdoor classes are designed to engage and inspire kids in building skill sets around empathy, collaboration, creativity, persistence, and problem solving. Fall session starts now. Join the movement of thousands of families learning outside…
Surf City Nights in Huntington Beach
It's Orange County's largest weekly street fair and farmers' market! Shops spread out with sidewalk sales, the streets fill with unique vendors, and the farmers set up with fresh, seasonal produce and flowers.
Pa’s Pumpkin Patch in Long Beach
There is something for everyone at Pa's Pumpkin Patch, a carnival style environment with over 28 attractions.
National Public Lands Day
The annual National Public Lands Day brings together tens of thousands of volunteers to work on and clean up public lands. Bring out family and friends and enjoy the many benefits that come with connecting with nature.
Los Angeles Korean Festival
Bring family and friends to celebrate Korean culture with music, talented acts, K-Pop singing, food, shopping, parade, and more.
Surf City Surf Dog Competition in Huntington Beach
Get stoked for the Huntington Beach Surf Dog Competition, where fearless surFUR dogs will jump on their boards and hang 20!
Wellness Festival in Brea
Join the city of Brea for a day of wellness with free medical screenings, fitness trends, healthy food samples, free massages and more.
Beginning Archery Class in Fountain Valley
Join Mile Square Park staff for a FREE beginning archery course for first time archers! This course will include an introduction to the sport of archery and safety instruction. All archery equipment will be provided.
Child Car Seat Safety Check in Lakewood
Don't miss out on this free opportunity to have your child's car seat checked by California Highway Patrol technicians.
Annual Banana Festival at Port of Hueneme in Oxnard
Go Bananas on the scenic grounds at the Port of Hueneme during the Annual Banana Festival.
Agape Children’s Museum Annual Family Health Festival
The vision of the Family Health Festival is to connect individuals and families with organizations that support healthy choices.
READY Long Beach Community Preparedness Expo
This annual expo promotes emergency preparedness and readiness to the whole community. Featuring fire safety demonstrations, life-saving tips, vendor booths, food, music, kids rides, and prizes.
Los Angeles Libros Festival – Free Bilingual Book Festival
The Los Angeles Libros Festival is a free bilingual book festival for the whole family. Celebrating oral traditions, the festival will feature stories and music from Latin America—including Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, Colombia—and the United States.
BOO-uena Park Olde Tyme Fall Festival
Kick-off this spooktacular time with the City and Buena Park Historical Society at the Olde Tyme Festival, featuring live performances, free crafting, vendors, a costume parade, and much more!
21st Annual Bellflower Car Show
Join the City of Bellflower for a classic car show featuring over 200 cars, food trucks, free gifts from vendors, and more.
Crafty Kids Sunday in Newport Beach
Join Crafty Kids Sunday activities in Laguna Coast where this self-guided event may include hands on exhibits, outside hikes, crafts and more. No registration necessary.
Annual Rods, Rides and Relics Classic Car Show on Redondo Beach Pier
Enjoy a family-fun day on the pier while listening to music and voting on your favorite out of the 100 cars on display over the water.