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Mega Movie Summer | Universal Studios Hollywood
June 13–Aug 9: Meet movie characters, see a Fast & Furious show, and explore themed experiences across the park.
Free Shakespeare Festival | Griffith Park
June 24 - September 6: Enjoy Shakespeare performances under the stars in Griffith Park. FREE!
OC Fair “Your Adventure Awaits”
July 17 – August 16: Carnival rides, fair food, animals, exhibits, and a special Read & Ride deal for kids who complete three books!
LEGO® Festival | LEGOLAND California
July 20–Aug 30: LEGO Festival returns with a new Pokémon play zone and F1-themed fun.
Ventura County Fair
July 29 - August 9: Enjoy exciting rides, live entertainment, delicious food, and lots of family-fun!
Gabby’s Dollhouse Meowseum Discovery Days | Children’s Museum, La Habra
July 31–Aug 9: Gabby’s Dollhouse crafts, scavenger hunt, and themed fun at the museum.
The Percy Jackson Musical | South Coast Repertory, Costa Mesa
August 1–9: Watch young actors bring the story of Percy Jackson to life in this rock musical based on Rick Riordan's The Lightning Thief. Percy and his friends race to find Zeus' missing lightning bolt and stop a war among the gods. Recommended for kids (ages 8 and up).
Health Fair at Discovery Cube LA
August 1-23: Build healthy habits with workshops, stage shows, and fun family activities at this week-long wellness event.
Midsummer Scream | Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center, Long Beach
August 7–9: Midsummer Scream returns with haunted walkthroughs, vendors, and spooky experiences.
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!
Toro Nagashi Lantern Festival | Japanese Friendship Garden, San Diego
August 7–8: A lantern-floating ceremony honoring loved ones with beautiful evening displays.
Head In The Clouds Festival | Brookside at the Rose Bowl, Pasadena
August 8: Music festival with performances from KATSEYE, Rich Brian, and more.
Garden Adventures | Adventures to Dreams Youth Garden, Long Beach
August 8 & September 19: Dig into hands-on gardening, arts activities, and STEM projects designed for kids and teens to explore outside the classroom. FREE!
MultiCon | Skirball Cultural Center, Los Angeles
August 8: A fandom convention with cosplay, panels, gaming, and immersive experiences.
Acquaprofonda: Free, Family-Friendly Opera | Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
August 1-9: Long Beach Opera debuts Acquaprofonda, a 30-minute, family-friendly opera adventure about ocean protection featuring crafts, Q&As, and photo ops. Free entry to the theater; aquarium admission optional. FREE!
Ontario Reptile Expo | Ontario Convention Center, Ontario
August 8–9: Reptiles, live animal shows, and hands-on encounters at a pet expo.
Sensory Friendly Saturdays | GRAMMY Museum, LA
2nd Saturdays: Explore the GRAMMY Museum in a calmer, sensory-friendly environment with softer lighting and reduced noise levels.
Dodgers Dreamteam Dodger Day | Heartwell Park, Long Beach
August 8: Community day with giveaways, activities, and Dodgers World Series Trophy photo ops. FREE!
Grand Opening | Bach to Rock Music School, Long Beach
August 8: A free music school grand opening with instrument demos, jam sessions, and live performances. FREE!
Rocket Fever at Columbia Memorial Space Center
August 8: It’s a day of family fun! Guests in attendance will have an opportunity to visit and interact with the Space Center exhibits, participate in several different rocket activities, visit a ton of exhibitor booths and get their very own model rocket (while supplies last). Free!
Fiesta Music Festival | San Clemente
August 8: This family fun festival features live entertainment on three stages, contests for all ages, arts and craft exhibit, Kids' Zone with jumpers and face painters, and more.
Living History with President Lincoln | Nixon Library, Yorba Linda
August 8: Meet President Lincoln in an interactive living history experience for kids.
End of Summer Festival | 5 Points Plaza, Huntington Beach
August 8: Skateboard lessons, carnival games, and family fun at a free summer festival.
Tradition in Motion: Mask and Sound | Grand Performances, Los Angeles
August 8: Live Inuit soul music and Korean mask dance performances in Downtown LA. FREE!
LA County Residents Free Day | Sawdust Art Festival, Laguna Beach
August 9: LA County Residents (with valid ID) receive free entry between 11am - 8pm to the Sawdust Art Festival. The iconic event features over 180 artists, 3 stages of live music, free art classes, live art demos, local food favorites, beer and wine. FREE!
Family Science Sunday | Marine Mammal Care Center, San Pedro
Sundays: Hands-on marine science workshops let kids explore rescue techniques, ocean animals, dissections, climate science, and more at this MMCC family program.
$5 Play Day | The Children’s Museum at La Habra
February - December: The Children's Museum at La Habra hosts its first $5 Play Day with full access to all exhibits. Ride the carousel, explore the Dino Garden, and hop aboard the historic train car.
Movie Nights | Brewery X, Anaheim
April–August: Watch family movies under the lights with blankets, biergarten vibes, and a full summer lineup.
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.
Riverfest at the LA State Historic Park
August 9: Celebrate the LA River with live performances, eco-activities, art, and food at this free community festival.
RiverFest 2026 | LA State Historic Park, Los Angeles
August 9: Live music, eco activities, and art celebrating the LA River. FREE!
How to Train Your Dragon in Concert | Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles
August 9: How to Train Your Dragon with live orchestra at the Hollywood Bowl.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast | Hollywood Pantages Theatre
August 12 - September 6: Be Our Guest at BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, Disney’s first North American touring production of the beloved musical in over 25 years. Members of the original creative team have reunited to bring this enchanting and timeless tale to life in a breathtaking musical filled with the romance and spectacle audiences know and love. Recommended for Ages 6 and up.
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
Little Earth Kids Summer Film Series | Art Theatre, Long Beach
June 17–Aug 19: Watch weekly animated films with environmental themes at this summer movie series for kids and families.
Movies on Deck | The Queen Mary, Long Beach
July 16 & August 13: Back to the Future (July 16) and JAWS (Aug 13) outdoor movie nights on the Queen Mary deck.
Chimac Fest 2026 | Great Park Live, Irvine
August 14–16: Korean food, culture, kids activities, and EDM concerts in Irvine.
Disney Jr. Let’s Play! Happenings | Downtown Disney District, Anaheim
August 14–16: Disney Jr. dance parties, bubbles, crafts, and photo ops at Downtown Disney. FREE!
Summer at Soka | Aliso Viejo
July 23 & Aug 14: Free outdoor Shakespeare and live music performances at Soka University. FREE!
Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach
Every Friday: Wild tales is offered every Friday and include an outdoor story time in the newly-renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in the classroom. FREE!
Friday Fun | Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
Every Friday: Explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers. FREE!
Melon Moon Market | Tanaka Farms, Irvine
July 17 - August 21: A lantern-lit night market on summer Fridays with vendors, melons, and farm fun.
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.
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!
Community BBQ | Palm’s Park, Lakewood
August 15: Enjoy free food (while supplies last), fun games, contests, and other attractions. Vendors and giveaways on site as well. Fun for the whole family!
Kids Run the Bases | Dodger Stadium, LA
Select Sundays, June 21 - September 20: Kids Run the Bases gives children (ages 5-14) the chance to run the bases after most Sunday afternoon games.
Sunday Sessions at Grand Park | Gloria Molina Grand Park, Los Angeles
July 19 & Aug 16: A free outdoor house music series with DJs, a maker’s market, and beer garden. FREE!
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
Little Earth Kids Summer Film Series | Art Theatre, Long Beach
June 17–Aug 19: Watch weekly animated films with environmental themes at this summer movie series for kids and families.
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!
