All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Big Blue Family Fun Day at Big Blue Swim School in Lakewood
August 23: Celebrate and get a first look at the opening of the Big Blue Swim School in Lakewood with entertainment, kids activities, food, and more.
Back to School Carnival at Long Beach Exchange
August 23: Featuring live DJ, juggling and magic show, balloon twisting, 40+ vendors, and more games and activities!
Summer Safari at SteelCraft Garden Grove
August 23: See a bird and reptile show, meet Safari Mickey, balloon art, and live DJ music. Free entry, all-day fun, and family-friendly activities.
NCL Sea Craft Hour at Roundhouse Aquarium in Manhattan Beach
May 10 - August 23: Get crafty with free hands-on projects for kids and families during this creative afternoon at the aquarium. All supplies provided!
Chalk Art Festival in Yorba Linda
August 23: Join the City of Yorba Linda for creative displays from professional chalk artists, a giant chalk mural to color, music, food trucks, games and more.
India Independence Day Celebration at La Palma Park in Anaheim
August 23: Celebrate India’s Independence Day with music, food, and cultural performances at La Palma Park.
End of Summer Block Party & Parade in Downey
August 23: Enjoy a parade, live music, vendors, and a kids zone at Downey’s free end-of-summer block party. FREE!
Events at Long Beach Public Libraries
Ongoing: Explore free events at Long Beach Public Libraries, including storytimes, workshops, book clubs, and hands-on activities for all ages!
Family Science Sunday: Plankton at Marine Mammal Care Center
August 24: Learn about the base of marine food webs: plankton. View a live sample collected from local waters and learn about plankton adaptations by designing and testing a plankton model.
Family Printmaking Workshop at the Getty Center
Aug 10 & 24, and Sep 7 & 14: Hands-on workshop to create your own foam block print inspired by traditional relief techniques and discover the creative connection between drawing and printmaking.
Community Day at Back Bay Science Center in Newport Beach
Sundays: Tour labs, touch sea creatures, wander the trails, and watch animal feeding during this free drop-in open house. FREE!
Dana Point Car Show in the Lantern District
August 24: Stroll and enjoy classic cars, food trucks, entertainment, vendors, and more.
DOGust Birthday Celebration at Wallis Annenberg PetSpace
August 24: Celebrate shelter dogs with a day of photo ops, crafts, games, and treats for people and pups. Enjoy a special author event with Lili Chin and waived adoption fees all weekend. FREE
Chicano Heritage Festival at Centennial Park in Santa Ana
August 24: Enjoy live music, cultural performances, car shows, art, and family activities at Santa Ana’s Chicano Heritage Festival. FREE!
Free Week of Classes at Platinum Performing Arts
AUGUST 25-29: Try any and all classes all week long to see which ones your star student loves most! Visit their website to sign up for Free Week today!
Free Summer Lunch Cruises in Long Beach Shoreline Village
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 27: Enjoy a FREE 30 minute harbor cruise with purchase of lunch “to go” from participating restaurants every Wednesday through the end of Augus
Free Summer Lunch Cruises in Long Beach Shoreline Village
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 27: Enjoy a FREE 30 minute harbor cruise with purchase of lunch “to go” from participating restaurants every Wednesday through the end of Augus
Irvine Nights at The Great Park Live
August 7-28: Get ready for the best in live entertainment, delicious food and drinks, and vibrant community spirit. Dive into a lively atmosphere for nights of fun, vendors, and kids bounce houses. Each night a different performer will be playing, check the website to RSVP.
Orange International Street Fair
August 29-31: Food, music, entertainment, and arts and crafts from cultures and ethnicities throughout the world.
Asian Garden Night Market in Westminster
June 13 – August 31: Enjoy summer weekends with Vietnamese street food, shopping, and live music at the outdoor Asian Garden Night Market in Westminster.
Labor Day Community BBQ & Concert in the Park in Artesia
August 29: Enjoy a concert in the park and free bbq (while supplies last).
Flashback Fridays at Shoreline Village in Long Beach
July 4 – August 29: Dance to decade-themed hits every Friday, from 70s disco to 2000s jams, with live bands and DJs on the waterfront. FREE!
Huntington Beach Civil War Days
August 30–31: See battles, historic reenactments, and living history displays at Huntington Beach’s annual Civil War Days. FREE!
Free Fishing Days with California Department of Fish and Wildlife
July 5 & August 30: Try fishing for free—no license needed! Free Fishing Days are perfect for beginners and families ready to cast a line and enjoy the outdoors.
Public Star Party at the Griffith Observatory in LA
Nov 22 & Dec 20: Try dozens of telescopes and spot the Sun, Moon, and planets with help from local astronomers.
Labubu Character Meet & Greet at MainPlace Mall Santa Ana
August 30: Meet Labubu in person at MainPlace Mall for free photos.
KCRW Summer Nights at Bowers Museum
August 30: Enjoy live DJs, pop-up bars, and after-hours access to art and exhibits during this lively summer celebration.
Events at Long Beach Public Libraries
Ongoing: Explore free events at Long Beach Public Libraries, including storytimes, workshops, book clubs, and hands-on activities for all ages!
Family Science Sunday: Deep Sea at Marine Mammal Care Center
August 31: Explore the science behind how animals like elephant seals survive the ocean depths and how scientists explore extreme ocean environments using ROVs.
Community Day at Back Bay Science Center in Newport Beach
Sundays: Tour labs, touch sea creatures, wander the trails, and watch animal feeding during this free drop-in open house. FREE!
Free Demo Spanish Classes at Lango
SEPTEMBER 2-6: Lango is happy to invite you to try one of their toddler, transitional or Spanish 1 classes, or to come in for a FREE assessment. There is no commitment or pressure, they simply open their doors three times a year for people to experience their language program for FREE and join the session if they choose to.
PCH Explorer Kids Club at 2ND & PCH in Long Beach
June – December: Join themed kids’ club parties at 2ND & PCH featuring crafts, performances, animals, and more. Held outdoors on select Tuesdays with extra summer dates.
Shark Lagoon Nights at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach
SELECT FRIDAYS, JANUARY - NOVEMBER, 2025: Get up close with the ocean’s ultimate predators and have a chance to touch smaller sharks such as bamboo sharks. You will also see rays and large sharks in the Aquarium’s Shark Lagoon. Coffee, hot cocoa, and snacks are available for purchase. Shark Lagoon Nights are weather-dependent and can be canceled due to inclement weather.
KCRW Summer Night at The Autry Museum in Los Angeles
September 5: Dance to live DJ sets, explore museum galleries, and see the special Black Cowboys exhibition during this free summer night event. FREE
Festival of Children at South Coast Plaza
September 6–28: Enjoy a month of performances, crafts, and exhibits at this free family festival celebrating kids and community. FREE!
Santa Barbara County Farm Day
September 6: Explore farms, enjoy tastings, kids activities, and meet local growers. FREE!
Alhambra Ave. Block Party in Los Angeles
September 6: Food, art, music, and community fun at Alhambra Avenue Block Party.
Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Block Party in Los Angeles
September 6: Celebrate L.A. with DJs, art, food trucks, hands-on activities and a 3D drone show at Grand Park’s Block Party. FREE!
Seaside Movie Night: JAWS at Ventura Harbor Village
September 6: Watch JAWS under the stars with preshow music, trivia, giveaways, and hands-on shark activities. FREE!
Events at Long Beach Public Libraries
Ongoing: Explore free events at Long Beach Public Libraries, including storytimes, workshops, book clubs, and hands-on activities for all ages!
Family Printmaking Workshop at the Getty Center
Aug 10 & 24, and Sep 7 & 14: Hands-on workshop to create your own foam block print inspired by traditional relief techniques and discover the creative connection between drawing and printmaking.
Los Angeles Kids Book Festival in Hollywood
September 7: Activities include live book readings by celebrated authors, interactive storytelling sessions, and various arts and crafts activities. Also enjoy photo booth, face painting, and foam party as the festival finale. FREE!
Community Day at Back Bay Science Center in Newport Beach
Sundays: Tour labs, touch sea creatures, wander the trails, and watch animal feeding during this free drop-in open house. FREE!
Mehregan Persian Festival at Bowers Museum
September 7: Celebrate Iranian culture with dance, music, food, and family activities at the Mehregan Festival.
Hungry Ghost Festival at Alpine Recreation Center in LA
September 7: Enjoy Chinese Lion Dancing, cultural performances and skits, bounce house, face painting, and more.
Nites on Pine in Los Alamitos
August - October: Enjoy live music, food, and family fun at Nites on Pine, a monthly evening street fair.
Silverado Park Playground Grand Opening in Long Beach
September 12: Celebrate the grand opening of Silverado Park’s new playground with inclusive play areas, colorful designs, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. FREE!
Astronomy Night at Columbia Memorial Space Center
September 12: Listen to astronomy talks from guest speakers, then see planets and stars through telescopes during Astronomy Night. FREE!
Fiestas Patrias in Santa Ana
September 13-14: Celebrate local Hispanic and Latino community at Santa Ana's very own Fiestas Patrias. Festivities include a parade, street fair, live music, food, carnival rides, cultural exhibitors, and more.
Rail Giants Train Museum in Pomona
2nd Weekends: Climb aboard historic locomotives and explore rail history at RailGiants Train Museum in Pomona.
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