All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
LBC Eats at the Promenade in Long Beach
August 8 and 22: Eat, drink, and groove with food trucks, drinks, music, and kid crafts at LBC Eats.
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!
Shipley Summer Games at Shipley Nature Center in Huntington Beach
July 26 & August 23: Play nature-inspired games, catch live performances, and enjoy outdoor activities at this free family event.
Back 2 School Festival: Coastal Wellness & Fire Relief Edition in Venice
August 23: Pick up free backpacks, enjoy youth performances, and access wellness and fire relief resources at this community festival. FREE!
Founder’s Day at Ocean Institute in Dana Point
August 23: Enjoy hands-on activities, tide pool touch tanks, and more during Founder's Day.
Endless Summer C.A.M.P. at Tongva Park in Santa Monica
August 23: Celebrate Santa Monica’s 150th with live music, eco art-making, and a bubble party at Tongva Park. FREE
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!
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!
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
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.
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!
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.
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.
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
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!
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.
Electric Bloom Experience at Westfield Century City
September 13-14: Join the Electric Bloom fun with photo ops, charm bracelets, makeovers, and giveaways at this free two-day event. FREE!
Free Saturday Family Theatre in Long Beach
September 5, 2026 - November 6, 2027: A free opportunity for kid of all ages to experience the magic of theatre. These free shows are open to all. Reservations are required.
Celebrate Los Al in Los Alamitos
September 13: Enjoy the street fair and carnival, listen to live music, eat, drink and celebrate Los Al restaurants and make memories with the community. The night ends with a Glow Run where more than 1,500 participants will unite in their most eccentric neon outfits and experience the magic of glow tunnels.
Health & Safety Fair at AV Ranch in Aliso Viejo
September 13: Stop by the Health & Safety Fair for free health screenings, resources, giveaways, and a Touch-a-Truck experience. FREE!
Rolling Hills Estates City Celebration
September 13: Celebrate 68 years of Rolling Hills Estates with inflatables, games, entertainment, and food at this free community festival. FREE!
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