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National Day of the Cowboy & Cowgirl at the Autry Museum in Los Angeles
July 26: Enjoy trick ropers, cowboy poetry, games, live music, and museum tours celebrating cowboy and cowgirl culture. Special activities include line dancing, themed exhibits, and an outdoor movie screening.
Toy Swap in Long Beach
July 26: Bring gently used toys and books to swap and find new treasures. The event takes place during the Art Walk with live music, food, and activities for all ages.
Watermelon & Lavender Festival at Mellano Farm Stand in Oceanside
July 12-27: Pick lavender, snack on farm-fresh watermelon, enjoy live music, food trucks, and tractor rides across three weekends of summer fun at Mellano Farm Stand.
US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach
July 26 - August 3: The US Open of Surfing returns to the southside of the Huntington Beach Pier to host the world’s largest action sports festival. Enjoy surf competition, live music, food trucks, festival village, and more.
E-Bike Safety Rodeo in Fountain Valley
July 26: Test your riding skills, get helmet tips, and roll through safety demos at this free e-bike event. Open to all ages and packed with prizes, booths, and riding fun.
Grand Opening of Luna Park at Great Park Neighborhoods in Irvine
July 26: Explore one of OC’s largest playgrounds and celebrate the grand opening of Luna Park with food tastings, sports games, giveaways, and live entertainment.
All Abilities Celebration at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
July 26: Celebrate creativity, inclusion, and community with live music, interactive crafts, ASL workshops, and more—all designed to welcome guests of all abilities.
Tokyo Central Grand Opening in Irvine
July 26-27: Enjoy food, prizes, and family fun at this grand opening celebration. Don’t miss taiko drumming, giveaways, and weekend-only in-store deals.
Grand Reopening at MacArthur Park in Long Beach
July 26: Celebrate the reopening of a newly upgraded park featuring a shaded playground, fitness trails, and picnic areas. Enjoy a ribbon cutting ceremony and explore the refreshed family-friendly space.
Saving Paka’s Dog Park with Musical Theatre West
JULY 26: This FREE event includes: performance of Saving Paka’s Dog Park, dog adoption, vendors, food, prizes & more!
Safe Summer Pool Party in San Clemente
July 26: Cool off with floating inflatables and water safety demos at San Clemente’s free Safer Summer Pool Party.
S.T.E.A.M. Summer Fair at Sunkist Library in Anaheim
July 26: Explore ocean life, try out science experiments, and enjoy sweet treats at this hands-on family fair. Kids can join interactive STEAM stations and cheer on winners of the 3D design contest.
Frida Fest at Heritage Museum of Orange County
July 26: Celebrate Frida Kahlo with music, crafts, photo ops, and over 60 local vendors and artists. Plus piñata making, food, and free giveaways for the whole family.
Art + Design Walk in Downtown Long Beach
July 26: Walk through pop-ups, public art, live music, and more at this open-air celebration of creativity. Meet local artists, shop from makers, and explore Downtown Long Beach’s vibrant art scene.
Shipley Summer Games at Shipley Nature Center in Huntington Beach
July 26 & August 23: Play nature-inspired games, catch live performances, and enjoy outdoor activities at this free family event.
National Night Out Block Party in Cypress
July 26: Explore police vehicles, meet the K9 team, and enjoy music, giveaways, and a magic show at this evening block party.
Silent Disco at Irvine Spectrum Center
May 24 - August 30: 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.
Swim-in Movie: Moana 2 at Splash! La Mirada
July 26: Watch Moana 2 from the 25-yard pool or sitting on the pool deck. Feel free to bring your own lawn chair, limited chairs will be available.
Family Sunday Funday at Sherman Library & Gardens
July 27: Play lawn games, face painting, temporary tattoo stations, scavenger hunt, cotton candy, popcorn, and fair game fun.
Jollypalooza at Anaheim Town Square
July 27: Cool off with sledding, splashing, and Santa sightings at this summer-meets-holiday celebration packed with family fun.
Free Tech Girls Workshop in Long Beach
July 28 – August 1: Girls in grades 6-12 can explore tech, engineering, and computing in a hands-on STEM workshop—complete all camp days to get your registration fee refunded.
Tuesday Family Nights in Cerritos
June 10 - August 5: Families can enjoy entertainment and activities at four neighborhood parks. Each program has a pre-show craft, game or activity. Don't forget to bring a blanket and picnic dinner!
International Surf Festival in South Bay Beach Cities
July 30 - August 3: Watch lifeguards, surfers, and volleyball teams compete in this multi-day celebration of South Bay beach culture.
Ventura County Fair
July 30 - August 10: Enjoy exciting rides, live entertainment, delicious food, and lots of family-fun!
Wired for Wonder & The Chill Lab at Kidspace Children’s Museum
June 6-28: Explore a multisensory maze with 25+ exhibits, then chill with frozen treats and flavor experiments at Wired for Wonder—family fun after dark.
Huntington Foodie Fest
June 6, July 11, August 1: Enjoy a night out with food trucks, music, family fun, and a marketplace!
CatCon in Pasadena
August 2–3: Celebrate 10 years of cat culture with kittens, cat celebs, pop-up shops, workshops, giveaways, and more. All ages welcome.
The SpongeBob Musical at South Coast Repertory
August 2-10: Dive into a youth-performed musical where SpongeBob and friends team up to save their town in this fun, high-energy stage show.
Annual Kids Fishing Rodeo at Belmont Pier in Long Beach
August 2: Come and get a loaner rod from the volunteers at the California Dept. Fish and Wildlife at the end of the pier. No experience needed, raffle and free prizes for kids under 15.
Summer Fun Fest at the Market Place in Tustin
Select Days, June 14 - August 2: Hot Rod Social (6/14), Picnic in the Park (7/12), Surfing Back to School (2/2)
Discovery Cube LA 5K & Family Fun Run 1K in LA
August 2: Run, walk, and support science at the Discovery Cube LA 5K and Family Fun Run, followed by family activities and giveaways.
Code Ninjas Grand Opening in Yorba Linda
August 2: Kids create their own video game, score mystery prizes, and explore STEM fun at this grand opening event.
Wende Zine Fest at the Wende Museum in Culver City
August 2: Enjoy zine-making workshops, clothed figure drawing sessions, and over 40 exhibiting artists from all over LA!
Fairy Picnic in Long Beach
August 2: Join a magical day filled with fairy fun and games including fairy lunch box, fairy crowns and fairy garden teacups. Dragon egg toss & games with prizes. Picnic blanket, fairy wand and fairy wings.
Guess the Gadget at Howe-Waffle House and Medical Museum in Santa Ana
August 2: Join a docent-led tour of the museum, learn about gadgets used in the Victorian era and enjoy tea and sweets in the dining room after the tour.
Community Fun Day at Fullerton Golf Course
August 2: Celebrate National Golf Month with games, prizes, a free junior golf clinic, and family fun in the sun. All ages welcome.
KCRW Summer Nights at Kidspace Children’s Museum
August 2: Dance, play, and explore a sensory maze at this music-filled family night with Kidspace and KCRW. Enjoy DJ sets, hands-on activities, and access to the Wired for Wonder experience.
Wicked Movie Night at the LBX Hangar
August 2: Enjoy watching Wicked and themed activities before the movie.
Family Overnight at the Battleship IOWA Museum in Los Angeles
August 2-3 Experience a unique and memorable adventure by spending a night aboard the historic Battleship IOWA. This family-friendly event allows guests to explore and live like sailors on one the most iconic warships in America. During the stay guests will tour and learn about the ships' role in various wars, families can enjoy hands-on activities fostering teamwork, and sleep in authentic crew berths.
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.
Family Science Sunday: Climate Change at Marine Mammal Care Center
August 3: Dive into a variety of interactive experiments that help explain the science behind global warming and climate change.
Open House at Heritage Museum of Orange County
July 6 - September 7: Families can explore the Heritage Museum grounds, take a Kellogg House tour with lemonade and cookies, and enjoy croquet, crafts, and a gardening lesson. Docent-led tours available with add-on ticket.
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.
Hug & Groom Horses with Free Rein Foundation
FIRST SUNDAYS: Come learn, hug and groom rescue and therapy horses. You may meet playful mustangs, a feisty thoroughbred, or a big white mule.
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.
Free Entrance Day to National Parks
Come experience the national parks! Mark your calendar for these free entrance days in 2025!
Toddlers & Tunes at Irvine Spectrum Center
Tuesdays, June 3, July 1, August 5: Toddlers and Tunes takes place on the Giant Wheel Lawn, near the ferris wheel from 10am to 12pm. Enjoy some fun in the sun with complimentary Carousel*, games, interactive DJ, and more.
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.
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!
