All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
4th of July Celebration | Tustin High School
July 4: Food, music, and fireworks. Festivities begin at 5pm and fireworks start at 9pm. FREE!
4th of July Spectacular | Yorba Linda
July 4: The 4th of July Spectacular Event will include food vendors, family activities, kids zone, live music, and a spectacular firework show. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Grand Park, Aliso Viejo
July 4: Dance to country hits, enjoy family activities, and catch a low-level fireworks show in this lively Fourth of July park celebration. Fireworks will start approximately 9pm. FREE!
America’s 250th Celebration | Santa Anita Park, Arcadia
July 4: Games, live music, and a drone show at Santa Anita Park. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | LA Galaxy Sports Complex, Torrance
July 4: Live music, food trucks, and a stroller parade lead into fireworks at this family-friendly celebration.
4th of July Fireworks Show | Marina del rey
July 4: Celebrate with a spectacular 20-minute fireworks display over the water. Enjoy music synchronized to the show at Burton Chace Park and Fisherman's Village.
Independence Day Fireworks Display | San Clemente
July 4: Watch fireworks over the San Clemente Pier, plus a historic aircraft flyover. 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.
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!
Park to Park Street Festival | Los Angeles
July 10–11: A car-free street festival with World Cup watch parties on Wilshire. 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!
Golden Hour | Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica
June 12, June 27 & July 10: Gather along the Third Street Promenade for Golden Hour, a recurring World Cup season activation featuring local vendors, interactive fan experiences, distributed live music, and enhanced outdoor dining. FREE!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Dana Point Shakespeare Festival | Sea Terrace Community Park, Dana Point
July 10–11: Outdoor Shakespeare with live music and picnic vibes. FREE!
Astronomy Night at Columbia Memorial Space Center
July 10: Enjoy expert astronomy talks and telescope viewings at this monthly event, perfect for stargazers of all levels!
Lotus Festival: Lights of Dreams | Los Angeles
July 11–12: A lantern launch experience lighting up Echo Park Lake.
Central Library Centennial Festival | Los Angeles
July 11: A full day of performances, crafts, and family activities celebrating 100 years of the Central Library. FREE!
Toy Story Music Round-Up | Pretend City, Irvine
July 11: A Toy Story-themed music event with dancing and activities for kids. FREE!
Casa México: Mariachi Family Festival | LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, Los Angeles
July 11: Mariachi music, art, and family fun come together at Casa México with live performances and cultural experiences. FREE!
Long Beach Bluegrass Festival | The Shell in Long Beach
July 11: Tap your toes to live bluegrass, explore instruments in the Jamming Forest, and enjoy hands-on music fun all day long. FREE!
Summer Block Party | SteelCraft Bellflower
July 11: See a magician, get hair tinsel, and enjoy music and dancing at this summer block party. FREE!
Encanto in Concert Live to Film: Summer Concert Series | Burton Chace Park, Marina del Rey
July 11: Watch Encanto with a live orchestra by the waterfront. FREE!
America 250 Automotive Parade | Los Angeles to Santa Monica
July 12: A historic car parade from the Petersen to Santa Monica Pier with a final showcase. FREE!
Puppets in the Park | Hollyhock House, Los Angeles
July 12: A magical morning of puppet shows and art activities for kids. FREE!
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.
Red, White, and Blues American Festival | Bowers Museum, Santa Ana
July 12: A family festival with live music, dancing, and apple pie samples. FREE!
Globally Inspired Arts & Performance Festival | Beverly Hills
July 12: A global arts festival with live music, dance, and cultural performances from around the world. FREE!
LA Galaxy Soccer Celebration | Hermosa Beach
July 14-19: Watch the global soccer tournament live on large screens at this free, multi-day fan experience in Carson. Expect player and alumni appearances, limited-edition merchandise, giveaways, interactive activations, and family-friendly programming. FREE!
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!
Kids Market | Laguna Hills Community Field, Laguna Hills
July 17: Shop a community market where the vendors are kids, selling their own handmade goods and creative products. Local live music plays throughout the event.
Orange Splash Pad Nights | Paramount
June 26, July 17 & July 24: Cool off at this evening splash pad event for families. FREE!
Sun & Sea Festival | Portwood Pier Plaza, Imperial Beach
July 18: Sand sculpting, live music, and beachside fun at Imperial Beach. 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.
LA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone | Burbank
July 18–19: World Cup fan zone with live match viewing, entertainment, and a free street fair in Downtown Burbank. FREE-ish!
Alondra Park Hoʻolauleʻa | Alondra Park, Lawndale
July 18–19: A free Hawaiian cultural festival with hula, live music, and island food. 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
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!
International Soccer Family Day | MOLAA, Long Beach
July 18: A free soccer-themed family day with a live World Cup Third Place game screening and art activities. FREE!
Summer Block Party | SteelCraft Garden Grove
July 18: See a magician, get hair tinsel, and enjoy music and dancing at this summer block party. FREE!
Obon Festival | Pasadena Buddhist Temple
July 18: A traditional Obon festival with taiko, dancing, and Japanese street food. FREE!
Beach Streets: Downtown Long Beach | Long Beach
July 19: A car-free Downtown Long Beach event with live music, art, and World Cup Final screenings. FREE!
Community Science Tidepool Exploration | Point Dume, Malibu
July 19: A hands-on tidepool exploration helping track marine life with Heal the Bay. FREE!
CicLAvia: Meet the Hollywoods | Los Angeles
July 19: A 6-mile car-free open streets event through Hollywood for biking, walking, and exploring. FREE!
COAST 2026 | Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica
July 19: Join a massive open street takeover transforming Santa Monica into a pedestrian festival as the grand finale to six weeks of World Cup celebration. Explore live art installations, food trucks with global flavors, beer gardens, and family-friendly activities spread across the Promenade, Ocean Ave, Colorado, Arizona, and the Pier. FREE!
Annual Open House | Urban Workshop, Costa Mesa
July 19: A free open house with demos, tours, vendors, and tacos at OC’s largest makerspace. FREE!
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!
