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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.
KCRW Summer Nights at Bowers Museum
August 30: Enjoy live DJs, pop-up bars, and after-hours access to art and exhibits during this lively summer celebration.
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!
Family Science Sunday: Deep Sea at Marine Mammal Care Center
August 31: Explore the science behind how animals like elephant seals survive the ocean depths and how scientists explore extreme ocean environments using ROVs.
Dodgers Kids Run the Bases
Select dates, June 22 - Sept 21: Kids Run the Bases gives children (ages 5-14) the chance to run the bases after most Sunday afternoon games.
The All Porsche Cruise-In at Petersen Automotive Museum
August 31: Admire hundreds of Porsches from classics to modern GTs at this morning meet-up. Enjoy complimentary coffee, bagels, and take home an exclusive event poster.
Community Day at Back Bay Science Center in Newport Beach
Sundays: Tour labs, touch sea creatures, wander the trails, and watch animal feeding during this free drop-in open house. FREE!
Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! at the Novo in LA
August 31: Dance, sing, and rock out with Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE!
Labor Day Vintage Tractor Fair in Santa Paula
September 1: Celebrate farming heritage with live music, exhibits, and hands-on activities at the Tractor Fair.
Free Demo Spanish Classes at Lango
SEPTEMBER 2-6: Lango is happy to invite you to try one of their toddler, transitional or Spanish 1 classes, or to come in for a FREE assessment. There is no commitment or pressure, they simply open their doors three times a year for people to experience their language program for FREE and join the session if they choose to.
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.
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.
Lightening McQueen Day at Peterson Museum
September 5: Meet Lightning McQueen and enjoy themed activities.
Annual Original Lobster Festival in Fountain Valley
September 5-7: Enjoy fresh Maine lobster, live music, carnival rides, kids’ activities, and more at the Original Lobster Festival.
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!
626 Night Market at OC Fair and Event Center
September 5-7: Enjoy 200+ food, merchandise, crafts, artists, games, live concerts, and entertainment attractions.
Shark Lagoon Nights at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach
SELECT FRIDAYS, JANUARY - NOVEMBER, 2025: Get up close with the ocean’s ultimate predators and have a chance to touch smaller sharks such as bamboo sharks. You will also see rays and large sharks in the Aquarium’s Shark Lagoon. Coffee, hot cocoa, and snacks are available for purchase. Shark Lagoon Nights are weather-dependent and can be canceled due to inclement weather.
KCRW Summer Night at The Autry Museum in Los Angeles
September 5: Dance to live DJ sets, explore museum galleries, and see the special Black Cowboys exhibition during this free summer night event. FREE
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.
Open Farm Tour at Oasis Camel Dairy
September 6: Meet camels, parrots, and mini sheep during a live farm show, then enjoy camel milk goodies, hands-on feeding, and the return of the Wild West Turkey Stampede.
Festival of Children at South Coast Plaza
September 6–28: Enjoy a month of performances, crafts, and exhibits at this free family festival celebrating kids and community. FREE!
Movie Night on the Field: Hook at Dodger Stadium
September 6: Watch Hook on DodgerVision from the outfield grass and enjoy pre-show activities, tours, and photo ops before the film.
Fierce! Catio Lounge at the Natural History Museum in LA
Select Weekends, Aug-Oct: Meet adoptable cats and kittens at NHM’s Fierce! Catio Lounge.
Sneaker Con Los Angeles at the Anaheim Convention Center
September 6–7: Sneaker Con LA takes over with rare kicks, Godzilla collab, special guests, and more.
Rhythm & Resin Festival at Bonito Canyon Park in San Clemente
September 6: Catch live music and surf history at Rhythm & Resin Festival.
Santa Barbara County Farm Day
September 6: Explore farms, enjoy tastings, kids activities, and meet local growers. FREE!
Alhambra Ave. Block Party in Los Angeles
September 6: Food, art, music, and community fun at Alhambra Avenue Block Party.
Gloria Molina Grand Park’s Block Party in Los Angeles
September 6: Celebrate L.A. with DJs, art, food trucks, hands-on activities and a 3D drone show at Grand Park’s Block Party. FREE!
Seaside Movie Night: JAWS at Ventura Harbor Village
September 6: Watch JAWS under the stars with preshow music, trivia, giveaways, and hands-on shark activities. 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!
Grands and Littles Day at Pretend City Children’s Museum in Irvine
September 7: Celebrate National Grandparents Day with dance parties, creative art activities, and family fun at Pretend City.
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.
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.
Los Angeles Kids Book Festival in Hollywood
September 7: Activities include live book readings by celebrated authors, interactive storytelling sessions, and various arts and crafts activities. Also enjoy photo booth, face painting, and foam party as the festival finale. FREE!
Community Day at Back Bay Science Center in Newport Beach
Sundays: Tour labs, touch sea creatures, wander the trails, and watch animal feeding during this free drop-in open house. FREE!
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.
Mehregan Persian Festival at Bowers Museum
September 7: Celebrate Iranian culture with dance, music, food, and family activities at the Mehregan Festival.
Hungry Ghost Festival at Alpine Recreation Center in LA
September 7: Enjoy Chinese Lion Dancing, cultural performances and skits, bounce house, face painting, and more.
24th Anniversary Memorial of September 11 at USS Midway Museum
September 11: Honor the anniversary of September 11 with a ceremony featuring honor guards, music, tributes, and a helicopter flyover aboard the USS Midway.
Nites on Pine in Los Alamitos
August - October: Enjoy live music, food, and family fun at Nites on Pine, a monthly evening street fair.
Creep it Real OC at Heritage Museum of Orange County
September 12-14: Celebrate Halloween early with haunted beach vibes, photo ops, live music, roaming creeps, and a special appearance by R.L. Stine.
Maritime Festival at Ocean Institute in Dana Point
September 12-14: Celebrate California's rich maritime history with a fun-filled weekend featuring visiting Tall Ships, cannon battles, mermaid swim shows, pirate school, re-enactors and sailor camp, local vendors, live music, food trucks and more.
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!
Silverado Park Playground Grand Opening in Long Beach
September 12: Celebrate the grand opening of Silverado Park’s new playground with inclusive play areas, colorful designs, and a ribbon-cutting ceremony. FREE!
Astronomy Night at Columbia Memorial Space Center
September 12: Listen to astronomy talks from guest speakers, then see planets and stars through telescopes during Astronomy Night. FREE!
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.
Silent Slapstick at La Mirada Theatre
September 13: See classic silent comedies from Chaplin, Keaton, and Laurel & Hardy with live music in this family program.
Moompetam American Indian Festival at the Aquarium of the Pacific
September 13-14: This celebration features traditional cultural craft demonstrations, storytelling, music, and dance celebrating indigenous California maritime cultures.
Fiestas Patrias in Santa Ana
September 13-14: Celebrate local Hispanic and Latino community at Santa Ana's very own Fiestas Patrias. Festivities include a parade, street fair, live music, food, carnival rides, cultural exhibitors, and more.
Rail Giants Train Museum in Pomona
2nd Weekends: Climb aboard historic locomotives and explore rail history at RailGiants Train Museum in Pomona.
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!
