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Star Wars: The Force Awakens In Concert at Great Park Live in Irvine
August 2: Watch The Force Awakens at Great Park Live—costumes encouraged, no props allowed.
Rock’n Blues Festival at Bowers Museum
August 3: Enjoy free art-making, face painting, and live music at Bowers Museum's First Sunday Festival.
Health Fair at Discovery Cube LA
August 3-10: Build healthy habits with workshops, stage shows, and fun family activities at this week-long wellness event.
Riverfest at the LA State Historic Park
August 3: Celebrate the LA River with live performances, eco-activities, art, and food at this free community festival.
Civic Expo & National Night Out in La Palma
August 5: Join the City of La Palma for a night of fun and community partnership. Food trucks, family fun zone, resource fair, and live music.
Children’s Entrepreneur Market – Burbank
August 5: Come support a farmer's market run entirely by kids. The market features young entrepreneurs selling crafts, food, and more.
USS Midway’s Birthday Celebration in San Diego
September 6: Honor USS Midway’s 80th with free admission, cultural performances, and birthday cake. FREE!
Danny Go! Live! at Long Beach Terrace Theater
August 7: Join the fun with “Danny Go!,” a high-energy kids’ show combining music, movement, and learning for ages 3 to 7.
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.
Nixon Summer Nights: Blow Brass at Nixon Library in Yorba Linda
August 7: Turning modern hits into brass-driven grooves — where the horns get funky and the party never stops
Disney Jr. Let’s Play at Disney California Adventure
August 8: Dance at the Block Party, make cupcakes with the SuperKitties, and enjoy shows, crafts, and character greetings all day long.
Toro Nagashi Ceremony at the Japanese Friendship Garden in San Diego
Augsut 8-9: A ceremony to honor those who have passed. The floating lanterns commemorate loved ones and wish them peace. Guests will be able to float their candle-lit lanterns (LED candles) in the lower garden stream during the festival.
Shabbat at the Pool at Alpert Jewish Community Center in Long Beach
August 8: Splash in the pool, make Tu B’Av crafts, and enjoy a Shabbat celebration with songs and blessings. FREE
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.
City of Lakewood’s Community BBQ
August 8: Enjoy free food (while supplies last), fun games, contests, and other attractions. Vendors and giveaways on site as well. Fun for the whole family!
Brea Fest in Brea
August 8: Enjoy a day of delicious foods from local restaurants, music, exhibitions, live entertainment, shopping and "Kidsville" that includes face painting, calloon animals, crafts, bounce house, and kid-friendly foods.
Jurassic Park in Concert at the Hollywood Bowl
August 8-9: Watch Jurassic Park in HD with the LA Philharmonic performing the score live in a thrilling movie-concert experience.
Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure Studio Tour & Movie at Warner Bros. Studio
August 9: Follow Pee-wee’s adventure on a studio tour, join a costume meet-up, and enjoy a screening with a guest appearance.
Pretzel Fest at Old World in Huntington Beach
August 9-17: Try sweet and savory pretzels, sauces, and enjoy live entertainment across two weekends.
Disney Jr. Let’s Play! at Downtown Disney District
August 9-10: Sing, dance, and craft your way through a Disney Jr. weekend packed with music, bubbles, and photo fun. FREE
Book Lovers Weekend at CRAFTED at the Port of LA in San Pedro
August 9-10: Bring the family for storytime, book swaps, and meetups with local authors at this free literary celebration. FREE
Nisei Week Japanese Festival at Little Tokyo in Los Angeles
August 9-17: Enjoy Japanese cultural food and entertainment for the entire family, the grand parade, queen coronation, car show, and Taiko drum performances.
Cops & Bobbers Youth Fishing Derby in Long Beach
August 9: Kids can fish with marshmallows, worms, and corn at this fun derby with Long Beach Police Department, plus enjoy face painting and games.
Dads and Little Melons at Tanaka Farms
August 9: Ride tractors, taste melons, and join a watermelon eating contest during this sweet celebration of fatherhood.
Car Canvas at Petersen Automotive Museum
August 9: Add your mark to a one-of-a-kind art car at this free, all-ages interactive paint event. Guests can stop by anytime during museum hours to join the community project.
Lemonade Day in Lakewood
August 9: Fifteen young entrepreneurs who completed the Lemonade Day program to learn how to set up, market and run their own lemonade stand are ready to invite the Lakewood community to support their efforts by stopping by to buy a cool glass of lemonade.
End of Summer Festival at 5 Points Plaza
August 9: Play carnival games, dance to the DJ, and snap fun photos during this back-to-school celebration for the whole community.
40th Birthday Dance Party Takeover with Heal the Bay Aquarium
August 9: Dance to 80s hits, play retro games, and celebrate Heal the Bay’s 40th birthday with a free family dance party. FREE
LA County Residents Free Day at Sawdust Art Festival
August 10: 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.
Autism Family Morning at Aquarium of the Pacific
August 10: Join the Aquarium for a special morning exclusively for families with children or adults with autism. The entire aquarium, except Lorikeet Forest, will open at 7am.
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.
Fiesta Music Festival in San Clemente
August 10: 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.
80th Anniversary Celebration at SS Lane Victory in San Pedro
August 10: Celebrate 80 years of the SS Lane Victory with live music, ship tours, vintage cars, and a local vendor market. FREE
Sunday Session on the Malibu Pier
Aug 10 & Sept 14: Live music, ocean views, and local vendors take over Malibu Pier at this iconic summer series.
Danny Go! Live! at Peacock Theater in LA
August 10: Join the fun with “Danny Go!,” a high-energy kids’ show combining music, movement, and learning for ages 3 to 7.
Nike Soccer Club Camp at 2nd & PCH in Long Beach
August 12: Practice soccer skills, play mini games, and enjoy crafts and airbrush tattoos at this action-packed kids event.
Movie Night: Hook at Dodger Stadium in LA
September 6: Watch Hook on the outfield grass at Dodger Stadium.
District 6 Community Day at The Queen Mary
August 14: Tour the Queen Mary, explore its history, and enjoy harbor views during this free community evening. FREE
Nites on Pine in Los Alamitos
August - October: Enjoy live music, food, and family fun at Nites on Pine, a monthly evening street fair.
Cultural Heritage Festival in Fountain Valley
August 15-17: Celebrate 50 years of Vietnamese American pride with live music, cultural exhibits, carnival rides, and traditional food at this vibrant three-day festival in Little Saigon.
Summergrass San Diego at the Antique Gas & Steam Engine Museum
August 15-17: Celebrate 22 years of bluegrass with music workshops, kid’s camp, vendors, and nonstop jamming.
Summer Art Club: Weaving Connections at OCMA
August 15: Try beginner weaving inspired by textile artist Griselda Rosas in this family art program at OCMA.
Pioneer Living Day at Heritage Park in Santa Fe Springs
August 15: Join the Hunt for the Golden Nugget, enjoy live demonstrations, and try crafts and games at this family evening. FREE!
Symphony on the Go in Cypress
August 15: Musicians from the Pacific Symphony will be performing a free, family-friendly concert. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and even a picnic, and enjoy a night of beautiful music, games, activities, and more.
Sugar Lane Dessert Festival in Center Street Promenade Anaheim
August 16: Satisfy your sweet tooth and enjoy 40+ unique vendors and Center Street shops offering desserts and sweet treats.
Ramps & Amps in Dana Point
August 16: Skate and BMX demos, live music, public street course, food trucks, and more. Bring your own board, helmet, and pads.
Last Call Theatre’s: Pirate’s Wanted Immersive Experience in Long Beach
August 16-17 & 23-24: Join the crew aboard the American Pride for an interactive pirate adventure filled with quests, games, and sea shanties in Long Beach.
Anniversary Celebration at the Suavecito Store in Santa Ana
August 16: Celebrate Suavecito’s 9th birthday with live mariachi, free haircuts, ice cream, and family activities. FREE
Little Sparks Workshop at Petersen Automotive Museum
August 16: Visit the Petersen Automotive Museum for workshops (ages 3-6) that explore the history, science, and art behind the car.
Letterpress Surplus Sale & Wayzgoose at the International Printing Museum
August 16: Explore printing history with live demos, hands-on activities, and a surplus sale of vintage printing treasures.
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!
