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Concerts at The CAMP in Costa Mesa
THURSDAYS, JUNE 24 - SEPTEMBER 16: Enjoy live music and support one of the small businesses inside The CAMP.
Summer Concert Series at El Dorado Nature Center in Long Beach
The El Dorado Nature Center outdoor concerts will open for picnicking at 6:30 p.m. with live music from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring low chairs or blankets and a picnic dinner.
West Coast Customs presents Cruis’n the Park Car Show at Six Flags
FRIDAYS - SUNDAYS, FEBRUARY 26 - MARCH 14: Cruise through the park from the comfort and safety of your own car for a drive-thru auto show experience where you will see more than 100 of the world’s best automotive displays, presented by world-famous West Coast Customs.
Warrior Princess Training at Play & Parties in Orange
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18: Let's get down to business! Mulan, Raya, and Merida will lead you through games and activities that will prepare you to become a real warrior.
Pop-Up Roller Rink Opens at 2nd & PCH in Long Beach
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18: Pigeon's Roller Rink, a pop-up roller skate venue offers excitement on eight wheels for all ages with a variety of reservation-based public skate sessions, classes, and private parties. Entrance to the rink requires a reservation at all times.
Pumpkin Patch at Irvine Park Railroad
SEPTEMBER 18 - OCTOBER 31: Irvine Park Railroad’s Pumpkin Patch in Orange County is fun for the entire family. Enjoy the many activities for kids of all ages. Enjoy a not too spooky haunted house, hay maze, hay pyramid, picture stands, and lots of other fun activities.
Pirate Festival at Southern California Railway Museum in Perris
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18: Join Southern California Railway Museum for a day full of pirate festivities. Families can experience family-friendly entertainment including Mermaid/Mermen Pod, games, treasure hunt, and Pirate Academy. Learn how to talk and dress like a pirate and hear about real pirates!
Easy Mornings at Grand Park in LA
SATURDAYS, SEPTEMBER 4-25: Grand Park’s Easy Mornings offers a calm start to the weekend with relaxing and family-friendly activities in Grand Park on Saturday mornings this September. Each week will feature a mixture of different activities, including arts-based workshops, wellness and dance workshops, public art and live DJ entertainment.
Family Fun Celebration at The District at Tustin Legacy
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18: Donate school supplies and enjoy interactive activities such as robotics demos and legos, science, sports activities, finger skateboarding, arts and crafts, teacher appreciation notes, interactive bubbles with BubblePOP, meet and greet "Dash the Dino", live DJ, giveaways, and more.
Kids Fest: Free Bowling for Every Child at Bowlmor Lanes
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18: It's your family's favorite day to bowl, eat, and have fun. Bring the whole family and celebrate with 1 free hour of bowling and shoe rental for kids (under 18), free $5 arcade card, and deals on food and bowling for adults
Summer Shakespeare at Theatricum Botanicum in Topanga
JULY 11 - NOVEMBER 7: Will Geer's Theatricum Botanicum presents "A Midsummer Night's Dream" in an outdoor amphitheatre within Topanga Canyon's lush and rustic natural surroundings.
LA Soundscapes: Extra Ancestral – Rhythm & Dancing for the Entire Family
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19: Powerful rhythms from around the world come together in the hands of this drumming group. This family-focused LA Soundscapes event also features a pre-concert wall art workshop for the entire family.
Seaweeds & Sea Creatures Beach Walk at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19: Explore the huge variety of seaweeds on a guided Seaweeds & Sea Creatures Beach Walk and discover the countless species of marine algae; green, red, and brown which are found on the beach.
“The Old Man and The Old Moon” at The Muckenthaler in Fullerton
SEPTEMBER 14-15 & 21-22: This seafaring adventure will take place on the south lawn of the mansion, and audiences are invited to bring their own blankets or lawn chairs for a night of inventive theatre and live music under the moon.
Storytime in the Native Garden at Rancho Los Cerritos
TUESDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER: Enjoy the best young children’s books from diverse authors read to you in the California Native Garden. They will read stories and sing songs for your family every Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. Free!
Autumnal Equinox Sunset Hike at Crystal Cove State Park
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22: The fall equinox marks the end of summer, and beginning of fall, when the days and night are equal length. Join a park naturalist on this moderate up-hill one-hour hike.
Parents Night Out at Lil’ Chef School
JUNE 25, JULY 30, AUGUST 27 & SEPTEMBER 24: Kids make Firecracker Chicken Meatballs, Pizza on a Stick, Funnel Cakes, Strawberry Scones, Cheesy Potato Casserole and lot more in these themed Friday night workshops.
Gold Over America Tour starring Simone Biles at Honda Center in Anaheim
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24: The Gold Over America Tour starring Simone Biles is a celebration of powerful female athletes who, together, are a united force proudly representing the sport of women’s gymnastics and inspiring the next generation of athletes.
Community Art Day with Muzeo in Anaheim
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25: Join MUZEO and Jack Knight (Jack the Artist) for a free painting workshop at Ponderosa Park in Anaheim. Participants will learn from Jack and paint their own canvases. Artwork will be donated to a local healthcare clinic.
Peltzer Pumpkin Farm Opening Day Party in Temecula
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25: Enjoy a Pumpkin Lighting, multiple stages of live music, local food trucks, giveaways and more. Pumpkin Farm attractions include mini John Deere carts, pony rides, train rides, petting farm, gem panning, face painting, carnival games, and tractor garden.
Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live at Pechanga Arena in San Diego
SATURDAY & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25-26: Fans of all ages will enjoy an exciting new and expanded lineup of epic monster trucks as they experience the thrill of watching the iconic Hot Wheels monster truck toys comes to life in a full-size, kid-focused, immersive Hot Wheels experience.
Public Safety & Emergency Preparedness Expo in Lakewood
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25: See fire trucks and sheriff vehicles, chat with public safety reps, visit booths, watch live demonstrations, enjoy giveaways, fun games and jumpers for kids, and food trucks.
Parent & Me Painting Class: Hummingbird at Sherman Gardens in Corona del Mar
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25: Create your own nature journal and fill the first page with a hummingbird! You will work together to observe the colors and qualities of this cool creature and use step-by-step watercolor techniques to create your own portrait.
Gold Over America Tour starring Simone Biles at Staples Center in Los Angeles
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25: The Gold Over America Tour starring Simone Biles is a celebration of powerful female athletes who, together, are a united force proudly representing the sport of women’s gymnastics and inspiring the next generation of athletes.
Be S.A.F.E. (Summer Activities in a Friendly Environment) Summer Movies in Long Beach
JUNE 21 - AUGUST 27 - Free supervised hours at 11 select parks from 5-8 p.m., that include a variety of family-friendly summer movies.
Urban Death Tour of Terror: Haunted Theatre Attraction in Hollywood
SELECT NIGHTS, OCTOBER 1 - NOVEMBER 1: The family-friendly tour aims to scare and delight haunters of all ages in a dark and twisting haunted maze and spooky theatre attraction. After facing the maze, guests are treated to a family-friendly live show. Recommended for ages 8 and up. The more horrifying version of the tour is recommended for ages 17 and up.
Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkin Patch in Los Angeles & San Diego
OCTOBER 1-31: Mr. Jack O' Lanterns Pumpkin Patch is now open with games, activities, attractions, and parties along with online ordering, delivery, and curbside pick-up. Games and activities include photo station, maze, pumpkin decorating, pumpkin putting, games, slides, animal viewing, bounce house, and lots more.
Gilchrist Farm Harvest Festival & Pumpkin Patch in Santa Clarita
OCTOBER 1-31: Enjoy Fall on the farm with wool spinning demos, forging demos, goat milking, pig races, food, music, performances, horse & pony rides, farm animals, pumpkin sling shots, straw maze, archery, axe throwing, and more!
Spooky Science with the Monster Academy at Discovery Cube
OCTOBER 1-31: Join costume parades, create your own monster at Dr. Pumpkinstein's Monster-Making Lab, explore the Perilous Pumpkin Launch, make your own unique Día de Los Muertos mask, enjoy animal shows, and more! On Halloween weekend, enjoy special trick-or-treating throughout the museum.
Pumpkin Patch at the Beverly Center
OCTOBER 1-31: Guests can enjoy farm-fresh pumpkins, Instagrammable photo moments and surprises and delights all season long. Pumpkin sales will be offered at the Concierge Desk.
Howl-O-Ween at Great Wolf Lodge in Anaheim
OCTOBER 1-31: Great Wolf Lodge will feature a variety of fa-BOO-lous events and treats to celebrate the spooky season including Boo Bingo, grab-n-go crafts, Halloween-themed yoga, trick-or-treat trail, story time, Monster Bash dance party, and learn to draw critter cartoons. Events are included with an overnight stay.
Halloween Boo-tacular at Chuck E. Cheese
OCTOBER 1-31: Enjoy fun games, ghoulish goodies, and Free Game Play for kids in costume (with minimum $5 games purchase). Plus, don’t miss Boo-tacular Nights with a new show and candy every night starting at 6 p.m.
Dan & Claudia Zanes at Segerstrom in Costa Mesa
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2: Dance and sing along in a joyful, homespun, musical celebration with Grammy Award winner Dan Zanes and Haitian American music therapist/Jazz vocalist, Claudia Zanes.
Annual Muck Motor Car Show at The Muckenthaler in Fullerton
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2021: See the oldest and longest running car show in North Orange County. Classics, hot rods and customs, vintage motorcycles and vintage travel trailers will all be on display.
Family Sundays at Casa Romantica Cultural Center & Gardens in San Clemente
JULY 11, SEPTEMBER 5, OCTOBER 3, and NOVEMBER 7: Enjoy free admission to the Casa with creative activities and performances based thematically on Casa Romantica's programming.
Sew a Giant Pumpkin Plushie Workshop at The Muckenthaler in Fullerton
OCTOBER 5 & 7: This soft sculpture is perfect for decoration for Halloween and Thanksgiving. Classes for TK & Mommy, youth & teens, and family.
SOAR – Monarch Migration at South Coast Botantic Garden
THROUGH NOVEMBER 30: Come experience SOAR – Monarch Migration and discover the journey of the mighty monarch butterfly family. SOAR guides will help you become a butterfly detective, while their host and nectar garden will be planted with everything our western monarchs love.
“Cabinet of Curiosities” Halloween Boutique at Roger’s Gardens
NOW - OCTOBER 31: The seasonal Halloween Boutique is now open at Roger's Gardens. Experience the thrill of classic horror as you explore eerie and unusual rooms. Curated themed boutiques include Frankenstein's Laboratory, Dracula's Dining Hall, The Mummy's Tomb, The Creature's Black Lagoon, and The Bride of Frankenstein's Chamber.
Pumpkin Patch at Zoomars Petting Zoo
SEPTEMBER 27 - OCTOBER 31: Visit Zoomars Petting Zoo to see and feed animals, go on train rides, jump on a mini excavator, drive in a mini tractor, and get a pumpkin from the pumpkin patch.
The Pumpkin Factory in Corona
OCTOBER 1-31: Experience the wonder of the pumpkin patch with rides, slides, ponies, petting zoo, games, and food. Attractions include carousel, spinning pumpkins, fun house, swings, archery, and more.
Horror Car Wash in Lakewood
FRIDAYS - SUNDAYS, OCTOBER 8-31: Get a horrifying car wash from ghosts and ghouls! Theatrical special effects will leave you on the edge of your seat--- Keep you seat belt secured and your hands and arms inside at all times!
Shawn’s Pumpkin Patch in Los Angeles
OCTOBER 8-31: Shawn's Pumpkin Patch features mountains of pumpkins, straw bales, corn stalks, gourds, and more. There's also lots of attractions including bounce houses, ponies, petting zoo, ball house, train rides, obstacle courses, straw maze, slides, carnival games, and guaranteed fun for the whole family.
The Pumpkin Patch in Placentia
OCTOBER 8-31: Visit Southern California's oldest pumpkin patch! Pet and feed baby animals, go on tractor rides, play carnival games, bounce on inflatables, run inside a human hamster ball, go gold mining, pick out beautiful gemstones, enjoy face painting, photo ops, and of course, mosey through the pumpkin patch.
Symphony on the Go – Free Outdoor Concert in Fullerton
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9: Enjoy a free outdoor Pacific Symphony concert at Independence Park. There will be a five-piece woodwind ensemble performing. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and a picnic dinner to the park.
Movie Nights at The Huntington – Moana, A Bug’s Life & Coco
AUGUST 13, SEPTEMBER 10 & OCTOBER 8: Experience the magic of the movies at The Huntington with three outdoor movie nights! Each family-friendly event includes live musical entertainment and a hands-on children’s activity.
Archaeology Dig at Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS, NOW - OCTOBER 31: Sift and sort to find replicas of ancient artifacts buried beneath the sand, weigh and examine your findings, and analyze clues. Join Skirball for Archaeology Month! Throughout October, junior archaeologists can participate in special projects such as making their own amulet, creating a personalized cuneiform clay tablet, and more.
Turtle and Tortoise Show at the El Dorado Nature Center, Long Beach
OCTOBER 9: Members of the Southern California Turtle and Tortoise Club will display turtles from all over the world. Free event, Parking $8
Spooktacular Halloween Event at Forever Wild Exotic Animal Sanctuary
OCTOBER 9: Enjoy frightfully fun games, pumpkin painting, photo booth and spooky extreme feeds at Forever Wild Exotic Animal Sanctuary. Only $8 per person.
Haunted Trivia & Film Festival at The District at Tustin Legacy
FRIDAYS, OCTOBER 1-29: The District is celebrating Halloween this year with a family-fun "Haunted Trivia & Film Festival" on Friday nights. Bring chairs and blankets, play an interactive digital trivia on your device, and watch Goosebumps (10/15), Frankenweenie (10/22), Nightmare Before Christmas (10/29). Spots can be reserved as early as 4pm.
Haunt of Halloween: Haunted Maze Attraction in Mission Viejo
NOW - OCTOBER 31: An intense and terrifying maze designed to shock senses, test limits, and bring out your deepest fears. On weekends, the maze shifts to a kid-friendly not-so-scary haunted maze. Enjoy a "less haunted" version of the maze featuring trick-or-treating throughout the maze and fun activities. More attractions include pumpkin carving and decorating, photo ops, scary sideshows, Halloween acts, and George the Giant's Strange Museum of Oddities & Wonders.
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