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Buddha’s Birthday Celebration at Bower’s Museum in Santa Ana
MAY 18-19: Explore the teachings of Buddhism through interactive board games and performances. Enjoy family friendly activities, guided meditation, Sutra transcription, floral arranging, tea ceremony, and more.ย
Star Wars Event at Yorba Linda Public Library
MAY 18: Over 2,000 attendees are expected to visit the library to enjoy crafts, games, and photos with your favorite Star Wars character.
Public Works Family Event in Santa Ana
MAY 18: Free community event featuring free tacos to the first 500 guests, prizes, tours of the state-of-the-art water pump station, a water pipe connection competition, various exhibits, large equipment displays, exhibits, and musical performances.
Parent’s Night Out at Cayton Children’s Museum in Santa Monica
SELECT SATURDAYS EVERY MONTH, APRIL - AUGUST: Enjoy a night out while kids play at the Cayton after-hours! Three hours of play time including games, activities, and free play along with dinner, snack, and drink is a great play date for all.
Party for the Planet at the Santa Ana Zoo
MAY 19: Celebrate Earth Day and Endangered Species Day with a scavenger hunt and special activities.
Villa Family Festival
MAY 19: Enjoy a daylong family festival inspired by the exhibition Picture Worlds: Greek, Maya, Moche Pottery. Listen to Greek folk music, watch Peruvian dances, explore the Mayan calendar and take part in fun, interactive activities.
Annual Memorial Day Carnival in Norwalk
MAY 23-27: Enjoy rides, games, food, music, and history!
Disney’s The Lion King 30th Anniversary: A Live-to-Film Concert at Hollywood Bowl
MAY 24-25: Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of "The Lion King" with live orchestra, fireworks, celebrity guests, and select performances from the Broadway musical.
Fancy Nancy, the Musical at Chance Theater in Anaheim
MAY 24 - JUNE 9: Bring the family and watch as Fancy Nancy and her friends get ready to perform in their very first show, โDeep Sea Dances.โ When Nancy doesn't get the role she wants can she bring a fancy flair to it?ย
Summer Games in the City at Pretend City Children’s Museum
MAY 24 - SEPTEMBER 2: Pretend City Children's Museum turns into a training ground ready for young athletes to test their athletic skills over the next three months. Special programming includes fitness training, martial arts, soccer, and acrobat performance.
Summer Kickoff Concert at El Dorado Park West in Long Beach
MAY 24: Welcome the summer season with a free concert featuring the Under Cover Band. Concert goers can dance and sing along to pop, funk, soul, rock, Top 40, Latin, and more.
Family Movie Night: Moana at Segerstrom Center in Costa Mesa
MAY 24: Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with a family movie night featuring Disney's Moana, preceded by a festive evening of music, food, and free activities. Enjoy fun photo ops, local food trucks, and art making activities designed for young movie fans.
World’s Largest Rubber Duck at Raging Waters
MAY 25-27: See the Worldโs Largest Rubber Duck (over 6 stories high) at Raging Waters and 1,000 rubber ducks released in the lazy river during a drawing on Monday, May 27. A 10 ft. tall baby duck will also be there for photo ops.ย
Expedition Dinosaur at Discovery Cube Los Angeles
MAY 25 - SEPTEMBER 2: This immersive exhibit will take visitors on an educational journey through the Jurassic era, featuring life-size, life-like animatronic dinosaurs, replicas, artifacts, and interactive displays.
Family Matinees: Turning Red at Academy Museum
MAY 25: Watch Disney's Turning Red at the Academy Museum as they showcase international stories of universal humanity for families and children looking to learn about the world beyond their own experiences.ย
Memorial Day Commemoration Event at Reagan Library
MAY 27: Honor the fallen with live musical entertainment, a flyover by the Tiger Squadron, Royal High School AFJROTC Color Guard, and more.
Memorial Day Ceremony in Lakewood
MAY 29: Join in the City of Lakewood's annual tribute to the men and women who have sacrificed their lives while serving in the United States armed forces.
Cherry Festival in Beaumont
MAY 30 - JUNE 2: Kick off the summer season with carnival rides, live performances and over 50 food vendors. Check out the 'Cherry Pit' kids zone, artisanal crafts, and enjoy the weekend at the Cherry Festival!ย
Disney’s The Little Mermaid at La Mirada Theatre
MAY - JUNE: Enjoy a live performance of Disney's The Little Mermaid. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersenโs and music your favorite songs likeย โUnder the Sea,โ โKiss the Girl,โ and โPart of Your World.โ by Academyยฎ Award winner Alan Menken.ย
Hello Kitty Carnival – Fun Fridays Market at Lakewood Mall
MAY 31: Enjoy fun, food, and entertainment with Hello Kitty and Friends. The event features 60+ vendors, 10+ food vendors, petting zoo, pony rides, photo booth, carnival games, and pictures with Hello Kitty (must RSVP).
Long Beach Ballet’s Aladdin at the Carpenter Performing Arts Center
JUNE 1-2: Experience the enchanting streets of Agrabah, with new sets, costumes, and choreography inspired by Arabian Nights. Enjoy magical effects, high-tech projections, meticulously crafted sets, and a live camel!
Super-Fun Saturday at The Crawford in Pasadena
JUNE 1: Join LAist for a morning of multilingual readings, fun performances to get everyone moving, and lots more fun. They will also be giving away goodies like baby carriers and umbrella strollers.
Artesia Public Safety Expo
JUNE 1: Celebrate the City of Artesia's 65th anniversary at the city's Public Safety Expo. Enjoy a variety of family fun activities including games, face painting, food, music, and sheriff and fire department personnel.
Anaheim Packing House 10 Year Anniversary Celebration
JUNE 1: The Anaheim Packing House is celebrating 10 years since its grand opening with a series of events and specials including a classic car show, historical tours, and live music.
Zoo Block Party at the Los Angeles Zoo
JUNE 1-2: Show off your best moves at the Zoo Block Party! Play games, draw nature-inspired chalk art, listen to the music, and join in on the fun before a fun-filled day at the Zoo.
Family Day at Barcade in Los Angeles
SUNDAYS, JUNE - DECEMBER: Join the Barcade for family day (every 1st Sunday of the month) where both kids and adults can enjoy arcade games.
Carnival of the Animals Family Concert in Long Beach
JUNE 2: Kids get in free to this festival-style event filled with activities, live music, interactive booths, and food. Enjoy an instrument petting zoo, arts and crafts, conducting and acting activities, plus photo ops, lawn games, and more.
Nixon Summer Nights: The Sandlot Movie at Nixon Library in Yorba Linda
JUNE 6: Grab your popcorn and bring your picnic blankets โ enjoy watching The Sandlot outside in the Pat Nixon gardens. Doors for this event open at 7:30 and the movie will start at 8. Games and activities will be available when doors open.
Bounceville at South Bay Galleria
FRIDAY - SUNDAY, NOW - JULY 7: Experience Bounceville at Southbay Galleria โ soar down giant slides, conquering obstacle courses, or bounce to your heart's content, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Summer Kickoff Party in Artesia
JUNE 7: Join the City of Artesia for a night of music, food, and fun. BBQ hot dogs provided free while supplies last.
The Barber of Seville – Opera for Kids! at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
JUNE 8: Enjoy a show with catchy tunes, silly antics, laughs and more! Join Figaro as he helps Rosina in her quest for true love. Special activities for kids include coloring station, craft station, photo backdrop, and S.T.E.A.M. station.
World’s Ocean Weekend at Pretend City
JUNE 8-9: Experience an exciting weekend of exploration and discovery with their World Oceanโs Weekend event.
The Muppet Movie at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
JULY 8: Enjoy hit movies, engaging pre-movie activities, and connect with partner organizations at their info booths. Treat yourself to tasty food truck offerings, refreshing drinks from Georgeโs Cafรฉ, or bring your own picnic dinner. Plus, donโt miss the chance to win exciting prizes! Movie starts at dusk (approx 8pm).ย
California Turkish Festival at Shoreline Aquatic Park
JUNE 9: Celebrate and learn about Turkish culture during this festival. Join ATASC for a day of Turkish coffee, desserts, food, dancing and connection.ย
“Seas the Day” Family Rave in Santa Ana
JUNE 9: Seas the dayย with Big Fish Little Fish at the Yost Theater for a day filled with music, dancing, and family fun. Enjoy live DJs spinning house and DnB beats.
Mrs. Doubtfire at the Pantages Theatre
JUNE 11-30: Everyoneโs favorite Scottish nanny is headed to Los Angelesย in โa feel-good, family-friendly comedy that deliversโ (The Hollywood Reporter).
Sharks After Dark at Ocean Institute
EVERY TUESDAY, JUNE - AUGUST: Visit Ocean Institute after hours to learn about sharks, bioluminescence, plus create a glow-in-the-dark craft, enjoy a tide pool touch tanks, and more.
Youth Summer Fun Days in Artesia
Join the City of Artesia for family-friendly events: Wacky Olympics (June 12), Water Fun Day (July 17), and End of Summer Bash (August 7).
Summer Play Dates: Cookie Crawl at MainPlace Mall Santa Ana
JUNE 12: Come listen to a reading ofย If You Give a Mouse a Cookie,ย then get your face painted and decorate your own cookie.
Movie Night: Barbie + Mattel Panel at Peterson Automotive Museum
JULY 12: Join the Petersen Automotive Museum for an exclusive panel featuring renowned designers from Mattel as these experts share insights and behind-the-scenes stories from their illustrious careers. Following the panel, stay for a special screening of the hit Barbie movie; dress in your best pink outfit and bring the whole family to this unique movie night!
Sesame Street Live in Long Beach
JUNE 14-15: At Sesame Street Live! Say Hello, sing, dance, and play alongside your favorite furry friends, all while you follow Elmoโs puppy, Tango, in a fun game of hide & seek.
Dodger Stadium Pregame Tour
JUNE 14-16: Enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of Dodger Stadium, photo op with game-used memorabilia, early entry to the stadium to watch batting practice and/or warm-up exercises, and more.
Comic Art Expo at Bowers Museum
JUNE 15-16: Gather with comic enthusiasts, artists, and collectors alike, in celebration of their current exhibit, Asian Comics: Evolution of an Art Form. Enjoy live DJ performances, family-friendly activities, and more.
Father’s Day Weekend at Petersen Automotive Museum
JUNE 15-16: This weekend only, Petersen Museum will be lifting the hoods of their museum vehicles for guests to explore the intricate engines. Plus, an exclusive shop and vault tour will be offered and kids can join in on a workshop to design their own personalized tool belt.
Cerritos Kids Fishing Derby
JUNE 15: Children (ages 5-15) are invited to participate in free fishing and angler safety lessons, plus receive a free t-shirt and breakfast.
Celebrate Fathers & Everyday Heroes at Pacific City
JUNE 15: Celebrate dad and meet the local heroes of Huntington Beach! Meet firefighters with the fire engine, police officers with police vehicles, Coast Guard with Coastie Robot, and lifeguards.
Juneteenth Celebration at California African American Museum
JUNE 15: Celebrate Juneteenth with a full day of wellness and family activities including yoga, sound bath, storytelling, and a zine workshop.
Pops & Props at Yanks Air Museum
JUNE 15: Experience a Father's Day celebration with delicious food, one-of-a-kind aircraft bar, prizes, exclusive tours, photo ops, and thrilling flight demos.
Father’s Day Classic Car Ride at The Zimmerman Museum
JUNE 16: Take a ride in a classic car, participate in beer tasting (21+), and take a walk through a collection of classic cars.
Nixon Summer Nights: Neon Nation Music at Nixon Library in Yorba Linda
JUNE 20: Boogie to the sweet sweet sounds of one of the greatest musical decades, the 80s! Brought to you by Neon Nation. There will be food and available for purchase and meal options available.ย
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