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Family Fun Makers Market in Long Beach
JULY 17: Makers Market is hosting another family fun event with face painting, local makers, live music, boutiques, food vendors, kids activity area, and more!
Recess Therapy Summer Tour in Los Angeles
JULY 17: Take your kid to meet Julian from Recess Therapy and get them featured in an episode!
PC Grommets-Music Show in Huntington Beach
JULY 19: At Pacific City's Kids Club, let your little one explore their inner musician and create a musical craft!
Summer Stroll through the Fullerton Arboretum
TUESDAYS: Enjoy your summer night and join for a relaxing stroll through the plant collections in the Fullerton Arboretum with live music and complimentary refreshments.
State Fair at Santa Anita Park
JULY 21 - AUGUST 20: Enjoy fair rides and games, live entertainment, pig races, dog shows, stunt shows, fair food, and more.
Spongebob: The Musical at the Gem Theater
JULY 21-31: The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The power of optimism really can save the world! Performances at 2 pm and 8 pm.
Mini Family Day in Los Alamitos
JULY 21: Kick start your summer together as a family at Little Cottonwood Park in Los Alamitos! The event includes live music and entertainment for kids!
Summer Nights at the Tar Pits
FRIDAY, JULY 22: Relax, listen to live music and bring a blanket to picnic at the park. Explore the museum for free and celebrate the mighty predators of the Ice Age, Saber-Tooth Cats, and talk with scientists.
Love Long Beach Festival in Long Beach
JULY 23-24: A two day festival with three stages, over 50 art vendors, 20 food trucks, and a kids village filled with storytelling and games!
626 Night Market Mini in Santa Monica
JULY 23-24: Come munch at the 626 Night Market Mini with three dozen food vendors, merchandise and a full bar. Reserve your tickets now!
Modern Makers Mart in Irvine
JULY 23-24: Enjoy the weekend with your family and shop around the pop-up market! Features locally handmade crafted goods, tasty treats, live music, and an arts & crafts area for kids!
Book Arts Patch Day for Girls at The International Printing Museum
SATURDAY, MAY 21 & JULY 23: The Book Arts Patch Day for Girls is designed for all girls (not just Girl Scouts) ages 10-18 to learn about the art of bookmaking, paper making, bookbinding, illustrating covers/pages, and more. Advanced registration required.
Family Day at American Museum of Ceramic Art in Pomona
SATURDAY, JULY 23: Explore AMOCA through the theme of pattern with clay and paint activities, a scavenger hunt, and undeniable fun! This event is for families and caregivers with children of all ages.
Kid’s Day at the Anaheim Marketplace
JULY 23: Join Kid's Day with creative outdoor activities like bounce houses, face painting, arts & crafts, fun games, music and dancing, a video game truck, and endless give aways!
Mootilda’s Jamboree at Steelcraft Bellflower
JULY 23: This event includes a meet and greet with Farmer Mickey & Minnie, a mini petting zoo, and much more!
Children’s Program: Art Inspired by Life at the Bowers Museum
JULY 23: California Art Club artists teach young budding artists about art forms as they create their own masterpieces.
Frida Fest at Heritage Museum of Orange County in Santa Ana
SATURDAY, JULY 23: Celebrate Mexican icon, Frida Kahlo through an interactive cultural arts festival filled with local vendors, live music, educational pieces, interactive art, and food trucks!
To Worlds Beyond at Orange Coast College
JULY 23: Travel from the surface of the sun all the way to the icy realm of comets!
Cool Summer Nights at Shipley Nature Center in Huntington Beach
FRIDAYS, JULY 23 - AUGUST 27: Enjoy presentations, performances, or simply walk the trails. Scavenger hunts and other activities available for kids and kids-at-heart.
Kids’ Races at Manhattan Beach Grand Prix
JULY 24: Community Kids' races at the Manhattan Beach Grand Prix are open to all boys and girls ages 2-14. Also offers games and crafts for all kids!
Keeper-for-a-Day Zoo Camp at Wild Wonders in Bonsall
JULY 26 - AUGUST 5: Campers help care for a selection of 100+ exotic animals, play fun games and activities, and interact with unique animals.
Kids Club – Celebrate Owl Day at The Long Beach Exchange
JULY 26: Join and learn all about owls with your little ones! Get an up close experience and see these majestic creatures in person.
Reading Reef – An Ocean of Fun at Pacific City in Huntington Beach
JULY 27: Bring your kids to play with Huntington Beach Mermaids, enjoy story time with local author Lisa Caprelli, and create unique artworks during arts & crafts!
Family Night at Santa Ana College
JULY 27: Bring the whole family for a night at Santa Ana College with free food, fun games and a scavenger hunt for the kids!
Free Youth Production: The Extra Ordinary Heroes in Long Beach
JULY 28: Join and watch a FREE production from the International City Theatre! Reservations are required.
Family Nights at Mayfair Pool in Lakewood
FRIDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 26: Enjoy an evening splash with the family at Mayfair Pool, 6:30-8 p.m.
Pirate Invasion in Long Beach
JULY 30-31: Ahoy! Join the largest gathering of pirates and scallywags ever to come ashore, with revolving entertainment, black powder demos, mermaids, swag vendors, kids play area, and interactive encampments.
Long Beach Dragon Boat Festival
JULY 30: View one of the largest dragon boat competitions in California, plus Chinese traditional art demonstrations, Chinese Acrobats, traditional dance, hip hop, music and martial arts performances. Come enjoy the fun, food and excitement.
Getty 25 Celebrates Wilmington
JULY 30-31: Join Getty and Avalon Arts and Cultural Alliance for this all-ages celebration at historic Banning Park. Participate in interactive workshops, dance along to live music, shop local vendors, connect with community organizations, step inside an immersive digital experience of Getty collections, and enjoy photo booths, and giveaways.
Creative Babe Market in Fullerton
JULY 30: Come out and support over 60+ local women owned businesses with a live DJ, face painting, photo ops, and family-friendly activities.
Fairytales of the Forest Family Night Hike at the Los Angeles Arboretum
JULY 30: Join to experience a magical night through the garden to hear fascinating fairy-tales around the world and discover the flowers and trees that inspired them!
Outside SCR: Million Dollar Quartet at Mission San Juan Capistrano
JULY 30-AUGUST 21: Bring your family back in time to enjoy a Broadway Musical inspired by a true story.
Celebrate Harry Potter’s Birthday at Pretend City in Irvine
JULY 31: Calling all Wizards and Muggles! This Harry Potter event will have Smart Art activities as well as a one of the most popular classes at Hogwarts!
Kids Give To Kids Free Event in Anaheim
JULY 31: Take your family to a free event in Anaheim's Highway 39 Event Center for a day filled with free food, carnival games, and free toys!
Weekly Junior Ranger Program at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
TUESDAYS, AUGUST 2 & 16: Join a Park Ranger for a fun introduction to the animals and plants of Crystal Cove State Park in our weekly Junior Ranger programs. This children’s nature program is a favorite in State Parks and allows kids to earn a badge, stamps, a poster, or a patch.
National Night Out in Costa Mesa
AUGUST 2: Bring your family to National Night Out with Costa Mesa's Police Department. This event will display police and firefighter vehicles, and other activities for all!
National Night Out in Signal Hill
AUGUST 2: Mark your calendars for Signal Hill's National Night Out! This event will promote police-community partnerships, safe neighborhoods and neighborhood camaraderie.
National Night Out in Hawaiian Gardens
AUGUST 2: Join the City of Hawaiian Gardens for Public Safety Fair and family fun! Come in and meet your local officers, firefighters, and safety staff.
Summertime Explorers Kids Club at 2nd & PCH in Long Beach
WEDNESDAYS, AUGUST 3-31: Bring your little ones to 2nd & PCH for a FREE weekly exploring! Each week offers a different theme with fun activities, games & prizes, crafts, and more!
84º Sale at Great Wolf Lodge in Anaheim
AUGUST 4: This special one-day sale on 8/4 highlights their 84º water park and features $84 rooms per night on Monday - Thursday stays.
Bellflower Streetfest
AUGUST 4: This event features live music, craft and business vendors, inflatable slides and obstacle courses, and games with Bellflower Recreation in Motion (B.R.I.M.).
House of the Dragon: The Targaryen Dynasty Exhibit at Natural History Museum LA
AUGUST 5 - SEPTEMBER 7: Visit the mythical world of Westeros, the Targaryen Dynasty, and the dragons that ruled beside them. Attendees will be the first to see new costumes and props from the series and have the chance to sit on a replica of the new Iron Throne.
Family Fun Morning at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
FRIDAYS, AUGUST 5 & 19: Explore Crystal Cove State Park at your own pace. Head out on the Environmental Study Loop Trail or into Moro Canyon with self-guided activities on this Family Fun Morning. Look for animal evidence, smell local plants, and listen for bird songs while learning about the natural resources in the park.
Preschool Playdate at BounceU in Orange
AUGUST 5: Bring your little ones for a preschool playdate! Don't forget to bring your socks!
First Fridays Night Market in Huntington Beach
AUGUST 5: Bring your friends and family for yummy food, live music, games, and DIY slime fun!
Movie Night in the City at Pretend City
AUGUST 5: Join Pretend City for a featured movie The Land Before Time in Orange Plaza. Bring your own snacks, blanket and chairs to enjoy a movie celebrating their resident dino friends.
Summer Nights at the Tar Pits
FRIDAY, AUGUST 5: Relax, listen to live music and bring a blanket to picnic at the park. Explore the museum for free and celebrate the mighty predators of the Ice Age, Saber-Tooth Cats, and talk with scientists.
Lakewood Recreation Hosts Parents Night Out, Kids Night In
AUGUST 5: Parents, do you need a date night out? The highly qualified Youth Center staff will supervise your children while parents get a much needed night out! Kids will enjoy a pizza dinner, snacks, games and more! $5 per child. Ages 3+ (must be potty trained.)
Cosmic Glow/Mania Bounce at BounceU in Orange
AUGUST 5: Take your kids for a Friday glow-in-the-dark bounce night! Don't forget to bring your socks!
Matilda The Musical at South Coast Repertory
AUGUST 6-14: The genius of Roald Dahl comes to life in an inspiring musical about an extraordinary girl who dreams of a better life. An exhilarating tale of empowerment filled with high-energy music and dancing from the talented young actors of SCR’s Summer Players.
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