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PCH Explorer Kids Club at 2ND & PCH in Long Beach
June – December: Join themed kids’ club parties at 2ND & PCH featuring crafts, performances, animals, and more. Held outdoors on select Tuesdays with extra summer dates.
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.
Free Summer Lunch Cruises in Long Beach Shoreline Village
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 27: Enjoy a FREE 30 minute harbor cruise with purchase of lunch “to go” from participating restaurants every Wednesday through the end of Augus
Movie Nights in the Biergarten at Brewery X in Anaheim
June 11, July 16, August 6, September 14: Join Brewery X in Anaheim for family-friendly Movie Nights in the Biergarten. Lawn chairs and blankets encouraged. No ticket required.
Queen Mary Movie Night Market
June 13, July 16, August 6: Explore the Queen Mary, browse a lively night market, and end the night with an outdoor movie under the stars. Food, music, and summer vibes await.
USS Midway’s Birthday Celebration in San Diego
September 6: Honor USS Midway’s 80th with free admission, cultural performances, and birthday cake. FREE!
Children’s Entrepreneur Market – Glendale
July 9 & August 6: Come support a farmer's market run entirely by kids. The market features young entrepreneurs selling crafts, food, and more.
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
Sunset Music Series at Kidspace Children’s Museum
June 13 - September 5: Enjoy Friday night performances, dancing, and themed artmaking during Kidspace’s Sunset Music Series—featuring cultural shows from the Pacific Islands to Korea.
Family Swim Nights at McCormick Pool in Lakewood
August 1–22: Dive into themed Friday night swims with mermaids, neon lights, space treats, and more at McCormick Pool.
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.
Asian Garden Night Market in Westminster
June 13 – August 31: Enjoy summer weekends with Vietnamese street food, shopping, and live music at the outdoor Asian Garden Night Market in Westminster.
Sharks After Dark at Ocean Institute
July 11 & August 8: Guests explore interactive spaces and activities that indulge curiosity, observe night‑active sharks and rays, and catch an exciting shark feeding session, with beer, wine, food trucks and live music on site.
Overnight Family Camping at Bonelli Regional Park
July 11 & August 8: 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!
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.
Flashback Fridays at Shoreline Village in Long Beach
July 4 – August 29: Dance to decade-themed hits every Friday, from 70s disco to 2000s jams, with live bands and DJs on the waterfront. FREE!
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.
Family Hike at Black Star Canyon | Irvine Ranch Open Space
March–April (Saturdays): Take a guided 3–4 mile family hike along a flat canyon trail with wildlife spotting and interpretive stops. Registration may be required.
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.
Rail Giants Train Museum in Pomona
2nd Weekends: Climb aboard historic locomotives and explore rail history at RailGiants Train Museum in Pomona.
Garden Concerts For Kids at the Getty Center in Los Angeles
August 2–17: Dance in the garden during Getty’s free weekend concert series for kids, featuring music from 123 Andrés, Kymberly Stewart, and Divi Roxx Kids. Shows begin at 4pm.
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.
Weekend Walks at Oak Canyon Nature Center
Weekends: Join a guided nature hike through the canyon, followed by a live animal demo. Each walk highlights a different aspect of local wildlife and ecology.
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.
Drop-In Workshops for Families at Academy Museum
August 2,9, & 16 This month's workshops focus on miniature set designs.
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
Events at Long Beach Public Libraries
Ongoing: Explore free events at Long Beach Public Libraries, including storytimes, workshops, book clubs, and hands-on activities for all ages!
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.
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.
Family ArtMaking at Long Beach Museum of Art
May 31: Family ArtMaking is a free drop-in art workshop for all skill levels. Projects are designed for all ages and skill levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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.
Free Summer Lunch Cruises in Long Beach Shoreline Village
Wednesdays, July 9 - August 27: Enjoy a FREE 30 minute harbor cruise with purchase of lunch “to go” from participating restaurants every Wednesday through the end of Augus
Free Port of Long Beach Harbor Tours – Registration Dates
April - August: Go aboard a 90-minute narrated excursion and get close to operations at one of the busiest ports in the nation. Tours are held on select Saturday mornings and select Wednesday evenings. Due to extremely high demand, registration is on a lottery basis.
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.
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!
