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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!
LA Carnival on the Shaw | Liberation Plaza, Los Angeles
June 27: Watch a vibrant parade of drummers, dancers, and masquerade costumes at this Caribbean-style street carnival. FREE!
Civic Center Block Party | Lakewood Civic Center
JUNE 27: The party features a Family Fun Zone activity, food vendors showcasing local restaurants, live entertainment, and firework show at the end of the night. FREE!
Sunset Block Party | Ontario Museum of History & Art
June 27: Explore art installations, live performances, and dance to Latin rhythms at this sunset block party. FREE!
Silent Disco at Irvine Spectrum Center
May 23 - August 29: Join Irvine Spectrum Center on select Saturday evenings from 6-9pm for unforgettable music and moves. Groove to your favorite beats in a unique and immersive experience at the next Silent Disco. 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.
THIS LAND IS… Community Festival | The Huntington, San Marino
June 28: Explore music, dance, art, and hands-on activities at this cultural festival at The Huntington.
Community Block Party | Bixby Park, Long Beach
June 28: Enjoy free food, music, and kids activities at this community block party. FREE!
Grunion Runs | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
April 3 – June 30: Watch grunion come ashore during a staff-led beach observation at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Each evening includes entry to the aquarium, a short film, a hatching experience, and a beach-side grunion watch.
4th of July Celebration Week | Fullerton
July 1–4: Celebrate all week with a watch party, night market, bike parade, and fireworks. 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.
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.
Free Day at The Huntington Library
EVERY FIRST THURSDAY: The first Thursday of every month is Free Day. Admission is free of charge with advance reservation.
July 4 Fireworks Spectacular with The Beach Boys | Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles
July 2-4: The Beach Boys, John Stamos, live orchestra, and fireworks at the Hollywood Bowl.
Stars, Stripes & Summer Nights and Fireworks | San Clemente
July 2–4: Movie night, beach concert, and fireworks over the ocean at San Clemente Pier. FREE!
Summer Concert & July 4 Celebration | Paramount
July 3: A summer concert, food vendors, and family fun in Downtown Paramount. FREE!
Nation’s 250th Birthday Celebration | Fedde Sports Complex, Hawaiian Gardens
July 2: Play games, enjoy live music, and watch fireworks. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Universal Studios
July 4: Celebrate Independence Day with live performances by a fife and drum band, festive decor and the sky filled with fireworks.
3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular in Los Alamitos
July 3: Enjoy a patriotic evening with fireworks. FREE!
FoodieLand at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena
July 3-5: Explore hundreds of multicultural food and drink vendors, plus live entertainment and games, at this outdoor festival at the Rose Bowl. Each day features a fresh mix of offerings.
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!
Overnight Family Camping at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area
June 5, July 3, August 7: Enjoy camping locally at this affordable outdoor "stay-cation." It's perfect for families looking to experience the outdoors without the long drive.
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!
America 250 Celebration | Nixon Library, Yorba Linda
July 3: Celebrate America’s 250th with reenactments, live music, and fireworks at the Nixon Library.
4th of July Celebration at Pretend City in Irvine
July 3: Enjoy an adventure-filled day of activities, creativity, and patriotic fun.
Independence Day Celebration | Artesia Park
July 3: Kick off the holiday with a full day of activities like chili cook-off, games, live music, and fireworks at Artesia Park. FREE~
Independence Celebration | La Mirada Regional Park, La Mirada
July 3: Live music, tribute bands, and fireworks at La Mirada Regional Park. FREE!
Huntington Foodie Fest | Goldenwest College, Huntington Beach
June 6, July 11, August 1: Enjoy a night out with food trucks, music, family fun, and a marketplace!
Salute to America | Cypress College
June 27: This patriotic celebration will feature food, live music, and a spectacular fireworks display. Picnics and lawn chairs encouraged. No registration required. FREE!
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.
Shrek + Fireworks | Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Los Angeles
July 3: Watch Shrek outdoors with a fireworks show at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
Let Freedom Ring Celebration | Cerritos Civic Center
July 4: Join the City of Cerritos for a celebration including rides, entertainment, fireworks show, and a bell-ringing ceremony. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Laguna Niguel
July 4: A full day of festivities ending with a patriotic drone show. FREE!
4th of July Fireworks at Disneyland in Anaheim
July 4 : Salute the stars and stripes like never before while celebrating Independence Day at an inspirational fireworks show—all to the sound of patriotic music.
4th of July Country Fair | Brea
July 4: A classic country fair with parades, cars, games, and free swim. FREE!
July 4 Spectacular: America 250 & Air Supply | Great Park Live, Irvine
July 4: Sing, sway, and celebrate with summer hits and a fireworks show under the stars.
A Golden Fourth: Woodbridge Turns 50 | Woodbridge Village, Irvine
July 4: A full day of festivities ending with a drone show and fireworks over the lagoon.
4th of July Celebration | La Habra
July 4: Live music, vendors, a WWII flyover, and fireworks at La Bonita Park.
4th of July Celebration | Ladera Ranch
July 4: Start the day with a morning run, then enjoy food, games, and live music before ending the night with a fireworks display. Activities available for all ages. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Laguna Hills
July 4: Bring your family and friends to enjoy live music, drinks & food, festival, and fireworks.
4th of July Parade | Lake Forest
July 4: American flags, lawn chairs, and nearly 14,000 people will line the streets for this year's "Celebrate Country and Community” Annual Fourth of July Parade!
Independence Day on the Bay | Newport Dunes, Newport Beach
July 4: Enjoy a day of live music, food and drinks, activities, games, water sports, and inflatable water park. FREE-ish!
4th of July is for Families | Newport Beach
July 4: Join the Annual 4th of July is for Families Newport Peninsula Bike Parade and Festival featuring plenty of activities for kids such as carnival games, arts & crafts, lawn games & music.
Star Spangled Spectacular in Rancho Santa Margarita
July 4: A full day of lakeside fun with a bike parade, family activities, and fireworks.
Fourth of July Celebration | Santa Ana
July 4: Enjoy live music, food, and fireworks, plus a fun patriotic dog contest. FREE!
Palisades 4th of July Celebration | Pacific Palisades
July 4: A full day celebration with a parade, runs, and evening festivities. FREE!
LA Galaxy Soccer Celebration | Galaxy Park, Carson
July 4–7: 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!
Fourth of July Celebration presented by Disneyland | Anaheim
July 4: Enjoy a 5k/10k Run, Dog Show, Parade (presented by Disneyland), entertainment, food, and fireworks to end the night! 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!
