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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. FREE!
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.
Summertime Sailor Days at the Maritime Museum of San Diego
July 7 – September 2: Step into the role of a traditional sailor aboard the Maritime Museum’s historic fleet. Families can enjoy maritime activities, sailor skills, shipboard discovery along the San Diego Waterfront.
Summertime Sailor Days at the Maritime Museum of San Diego
July 7 – September 2: Step into the role of a traditional sailor aboard the Maritime Museum’s historic fleet. Families can enjoy maritime activities, sailor skills, shipboard discovery along the San Diego Waterfront.
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.
Monster Jam Road Trip | Select Walmart Locations, Southern California
August 13–23: See Monster Jam’s Grave Digger up close at select Walmart locations. FREE!
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.
Summergrass San Diego at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum
August 14-16: Celebrate bluegrass with music workshops, kid’s camp, vendors, and nonstop jamming.
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!
626 Night Market | Santa Anita Park, Arcadia
August 14-16 Spend an evening eating, shopping, and enjoying live music at this massive night market with hundreds of food stalls, artists, and entertainment for all ages.
KCON | Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
August 14-16: Experience all things K at KCON with K-pop performances and artist interactions, plus K-beauty, K-food, shopping, lifestyle experiences, and the M COUNTDOWN concert.
Summer at Soka | Aliso Viejo
July 23 & Aug 14: Free outdoor Shakespeare and live music performances at Soka University. FREE!
Foam & Glow Frenzy | Washington Park, Pasadena
August 14: Dance and play through fluffy foam with music and glow accessories at Washington Park. 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!
Summer Street Fest | Mines Avenue, Pico Rivera
August 14 & 21: Summer Street Fest brings live music, food trucks, a marketplace, and family Fun Zone to Mines Avenue, with Mariachi Los Camperos on August 14 and Exposé on August 21. 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.
Luminaria Nights | California Botanic Garden, Claremont
December 4-19: Wander through glowing luminarias and illuminated gardens while enjoying live music, art installations, food, drinks, and festive nighttime scenery.
Banning Museum Summer Bash | Banning Museum, Wilmington
August 15: Live music, dancing, food, and community fun at the Banning Museum Summer Bash.
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.
Petals & Pistons Car Show | Sherman Library & Gardens, Corona del Mar
August 15: See up to 30 classic, vintage, European, and luxury cars at Sherman Library & Gardens. 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
Junior Fishing Club at Whittier Narrows in South El Monte
3rd Saturday of the Month: Kids ages 8–15 learn to fish, practice casting, and enjoy a lakeside lunch during this monthly youth fishing club at Whittier Narrows. FREE!
Family Fun Day: Bob Baker Marionettes | The Autry, Los Angeles
August 15: See Bob Baker Marionette Theater’s Traveling Jamboree and make your own puppet at The Autry.
Little Tikes Sweet Spaces Pop-Up | The Grove, Los Angeles
August 15–16: Little Tikes celebrates its new Sweet Spaces collection with immersive play kitchens, café and picnic zones, photo ops, keepsake aprons, and hands-on pretend play at The Grove. FREE!
Natsumatsuri Family Festival | Terasaki Budokan, Los Angeles
August 15: Celebrate Natsumatsuri with bon odori dancing, taiko, origami, crafts, and live performances. FREE!
Thomas Family Day | San Diego Model Railroad Museum, San Diego
August 15: Thomas-themed model trains, crafts, activities, and a scavenger hunt at the San Diego Model Railroad Museum.
Lemon Festival | Third Avenue, Chula Vista
August 15: Celebrate citrus with live music, photo ops, kids activities, and more at the Lemon Festival in Downtown Chula Vista.
Ferragosto at Helms | Helms Design District, Culver City
August 15: Celebrate Ferragosto with Italian food, live music, tortellini making, gelato, and kids activities. 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!
