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CoComelon Gotta Go Zone at Griffith Park in Los Angeles
June 21-27: Sing potty songs, meet JJ, and explore a themed play zone at this toddler-friendly kick-off with actress and mom, Ashley Tisdale! A CoComelon bathroom pop-up stays open all week for joyful potty breaks and free fun.
Juneteenth at LA County Parks
June 14 & 21: Celebrate Juneteenth with free workshops, live music, and entertainment, youth and teen zones, sports tournaments, and food tastings. June 14: El Cariso Park (Sylmar), Valleydale Park (Azusa), Roy Campanella Park (Compton). June 21: Jackie Robinson Park (Sun Village) and Don Knabe Park (Cerritos).
Detailing Workshop at Peterson Automotive Museum
June 21: One-day workshop focusing on care and maintenance of automobiles, offering a unique opportunity for young enthusiasts to dive into the world of auto care.
Adobe Days at Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum
June 21: Learn local history and explore activities, demos, and performances from multiple historic adobes in one spot at this free family event.
Free Saturday Family Theatre in Long Beach
March 1, May 3, June 21, September 13, October 25: A free opportunity for kid of all ages to experience the magic of theatre. These free shows are open to all. Reservations are required.
TOCApalooza in Torrance
June 21: TOCApalooza returns with a day-long festival experience to celebrate all things arts.
Summer Safari at SteelCraft Long Beach
June 21: See a bird and reptile show, meet Safari Mickey, and enjoy crafts, balloon art, and live DJ music. Free entry, all-day fun, and family-friendly activities.
California Biennial Block Party at Orange County Museum of Art
June 21: Celebrate the opening of OCMA’s 2025 California Biennial with hands-on artmaking, live music, food trucks, and a free all-ages concert to close out the day.
Summer Reading Program 50th Anniversary Celebration at Cerritos Library
June 21: A free outdoor library celebration with balloon twisting, drone demos, STEM stations, face painting, petting zoo fun, crafts, and activities for teens and adults too.
Venice Summer Fest
June 21: Celebrate summer’s arrival with a sun-soaked, family-friendly block party featuring upbeat tunes, yoga, artisan vendors, free water, and Kids Fest Stage performances.
Juneteenth Celebration in Culver City
June 21: Families are invited to a free Juneteenth Celebration with music, kids’ activities, cultural stations, market vendors, and soul food at Ivy Station.
Juneteenth Zine Workshop at California African American Museum
June 21: Join CAAM for a zine-making workshop celebrating the freedom of Juneteenth!
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
June 22: View live plankton samples and design your own model in this hands-on marine science workshop.
Family ArtMaking at Long Beach Museum of Art
May 31: Family ArtMaking is a free drop-in art workshop for all skill levels. Projects are designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Tiny Disco at The Goldfish in LA
June 22: Dance it out with your little ones at a feel-good family disco. Safe sound levels, tasty eats, and big fun for tiny feet.
Juneteenth Celebration & Concert at Polliwog Park in Manhattan Beach
June 22: Families are invited to a free Juneteenth celebration featuring live soulful music, local Black-owned vendors, interactive art projects, and family-friendly activities.
Tuesday Night Dance: Soulful Grooves at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Tuesdays in June: Celebrate Black Music Month with free hip hop and jazz dance classes for all ages and skill levels. Adaptive options available for seated dancers too.
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.
Riviera Village Summer Festival in Redondo Beach
June 27-29: Shop 300+ vendors, enjoy carnival games, live music, beer garden fun, and global eats at the free Riviera Village Summer Festival in Redondo Beach.
Cars & Stripes Forever in San Pedro
June 27: Join the Port of Los Angeles for its annual pre-Independence Day celebration with classic cars, live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and fireworks finale to cap off the evening.
Salute to America Independence Day Celebration – City of Cypress
June 27: This patriotic celebration will feature food trucks, live music, and a spectacular fireworks display. Picnics and lawn chairs encouraged. No registration required.
Family Nite at Columbia Memorial Space Center
June 27: Enjoy a monthly evening of space talks, hands-on exhibits, and family fun at the museum!
Santa Monica Pier 360 Beach Festival
June 28-29: Celebrate the best of beach life with an awesome, free, all ages festival! Festivities include sport competitions, Ninja Nation obstacle course, Museum of Beach Life, all-day music, sandcastle competition, youth activities, and lots more.
Puppets & Pride with Bob Baker Marionette at Academy Museum in LA
June 7, 28: Sing along with puppets in a pride-filled marionette show celebrating love, identity, and community. Fun and inclusive for all ages.
OC Read Day at Tustin Library
June 28: Paint treasure chests, play board games, and meet tide pool creatures at this free family literacy event. Kids can also grab lemonade, sing karaoke, and bring home a free book.
Independence Day Vito’s Dog Parade at Lincoln Park in Long Beach
June 28: Join District 1 for a patriotic dog parade, award ceremony, and veteran and pet resources.
The SportsBase – TCG, Sports Cards & Collectibles Show in Long Beach
June 28-29: Buy, sell, or trade at this free two-day sports and collectibles show with 100 vendors, giveaways, and all your favorite fandoms.
Bash in the Gardens in Hawaiian Gardens
June 28: Jump into summer with balloon twisting, crafts, and inflatables. A free community celebration packed with hands-on fun.
Drum Barracks Civil War Technology Fair in Wilmington
June 28: Explore the science and technology of the 19th century. Learn about wet-plate photography, telegraph, iron-clad ships and submarines, talk to a blacksmith, watch a cannon being fired, and go on self-guided tours of the museum.
Family Fun: Punk Album Covers at Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA)
June 28: Drop in for a free collage-making activity inspired by punk album art. Designed for kids (ages 3+) and their families.
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!
Lakewood Civic Center Block Party & Fireworks Show
JUNE 24: The party features a Family Fun Zone activity, food vendors showcasing local restaurants, live entertainment, and firework show at the end of the night.
Star Party at Madrona Marsh in Torrance
June 28: Celebrate Astronomy Day by joining Join Paul Livio and members of the Riverside Astronomical Society as they explore the universe!
Rainbow Vision: Family Workshop at Getty Center
Select Sundays: Make a spectroscope and bend white light into the seven different colors of the rainbow while exploring the art and science of prisms, light diffraction, and the visible color spectrum.
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: All About Water at Marine Mammal Care Center
June 29: Learn all about water through fun, science-based activities.
Free Community Day at LA Arboretum in Arcadia
June 29: Enjoy a free day at the LA Arboretum with garden walks, scavenger hunts, raptor visits, hands-on nature fun, and peaceful spaces.
Family ArtMaking at Long Beach Museum of Art
May 31: Family ArtMaking is a free drop-in art workshop for all skill levels. Projects are designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Pumpfest & Pump Track Pop-Up in Buena Park
July 1-13: Ride the wave at this all-ages pop-up pump track, with a kick-off event featuring music, games, and vendors on July 1. All wheels welcome!
Field of Valor at Irvine Civic Center Lawn
July 1-13: Members of the community are invited to honor veterans, active duty, and fallen service members by visiting the flag display.
The Great Elephant Migration in Beverly Hills – Public Art Exhibit
July 1 – August 1: Walk among 100 life-size elephant sculptures and explore a powerful, family-friendly art exhibit celebrating nature, culture, and coexistence.
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!
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.
Jurassic Beach at Outlets at San Clemente
July 2-22: Explore life-sized animatronic dinosaurs and marine reptiles at this free exhibit with interactive photo ops and prehistoric fun.
3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular in Los Alamitos
EVENT CANCELED DUE TO ONGOING MILITARY OPERATIONS. July 3: Roll in with your crew for live music, family fun, and a fireworks finale.
Independence Celebration in La Mirada Regional Park
July 3: Enjoy live entertainment, games and activities for children, and a patriotic program. Various vendors and organizations will have food and drinks available for purchase.
4th of July Celebration – City of Laguna Niguel
July 4: Run the 5K, catch concerts, and end the night with a sky full of choreographed drones set to music—Laguna Niguel’s new take on a classic celebration.
Independence Day Celebration & Country Fair in Brea
July 4: A family event on the Fourth of July! The Country Fair begins at 7am and includes a kiddie parade, dog parade, classic car show, food, games, exhibits and more.
4th of July Celebration in Laguna Hills
July 4: Bring your family and friends to enjoy live music, drinks & food, festival, and fireworks.
Disclaimer: The Kidsguide team does their best to keep event details accurate at the time of posting, but information can change without notice! Be sure to double-check with the event organizer before heading out. Kidsguide is not responsible for any errors, omissions, or changes on our calendar—we’re just here to help you find the fun!


