Juneteenth Celebration of Freedom in Buena Park

June 19: Enjoy live music, praise dancing, family activities, and food booths during Buena Park’s free Juneteenth celebration.

Dates:
Location:
Henry Boisseranc Park 7520 Dale St., Buena Park, CA
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Cost:
Free

Irvine Greek Fest

June 20-22: Opa! Bring the family for Greek food, live Greek band, folk dancing, marketplace, church tours, and kids' play zone.

Dates:
Location:
Saint Paul's Greek Orthodox Church 4949 Alton Pkwy., Irvine, CA
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Cost:
$5

Carnival Car Wash in Lakewood

June 20 - July 20: Meet carnival characters, play car-side games, and score a $24 car wash with your ticket. Enjoy cotton candy, snow cones, and live performers—all without leaving your vehicle. Perfect for families or a quirky night out.

Dates:
Carnival Car Wash in Lakewood
Location:
Carwood Car Wash & Detail Center 2729 E Carson St., Lakewood, CA
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Lowe’s Workshop for Kids

June 21 - October 18: Lowe's offers monthly in-store workshops where children ages 4 and older are invited to build memories and basic DIY skills with their families. Advanced registration required.

Dates:
Lowes Workshop for Kids
Location:
Lowes
Cost:
Free

Day of Music Fullerton

June 21: Catch live music all over town with 35+ venues, food trucks, and family fun. Fullerton’s citywide music celebration is totally free.

Dates:
Location:
Fullerton

Electrify Expo at the Port of LA in San Pedro

JUNE 21-22: Electrify Expo is North America's largest electric vehicle festival. Families can enjoy the Kids Zone with multiple demo courses for kids of all ages to try electric stability bikes, go carts, and hoverboards.

Dates:
Location:
Port of LA 3011 Miner St., San Pedro, CA
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Cost:
$20

CoComelon Gotta Go Zone at Griffith Park in Los Angeles

June 21-27: Sing potty songs, meet JJ, and explore a themed play zone at this toddler-friendly kick-off with actress and mom, Ashley Tisdale! A CoComelon bathroom pop-up stays open all week for joyful potty breaks and free fun.

Dates:
Location:
Griffith Park 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
Free

Detailing Workshop at Peterson Automotive Museum

June 21: One-day workshop focusing on care and maintenance of automobiles, offering a unique opportunity for young enthusiasts to dive into the world of auto care.

Dates:
Location:
Petersen Automotive Museum 600 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
Free

Beyond Blindness Family Fair in Santa Ana

June 21: A fun, morning Family Fair packed with carnival games, inflatables, train rides, face painting, live entertainment, and food.

Dates:
Location:
Beyond Blindness 18542-B Vanderlip Ave., Santa Ana, CA
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Great Outdoor Jubilee at Children’s Museum at La Habra

June 21: Calling all future park rangers — make s’mores, make a tie dye t‑shirt and animal track, explore the science of nature, and enjoy special crafts. Ticket includes museum admission, s’more kit, tie dye t‑shirt, hot dog, and all activities.

Dates:
Location:
The Children's Museum at La Habra 301 S Euclid St., La Habra, CA
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Adobe Days at Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum

June 21: Learn local history and explore activities, demos, and performances from multiple historic adobes in one spot at this free family event.

Dates:
Location:
Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum 18127 South Alameda Street, Rancho Dominguez, CA
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Cost:
Free

Doheny Surf & Art Festival

June 21-22: Celebrate the historic surf culture and coastal beauty with art, music, food and more.

Dates:
Location:
Doheny State Beach 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
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Cost:
Free

TOCApalooza in Torrance

June 21: TOCApalooza returns with a day-long festival experience to celebrate all things arts.

Dates:
Location:
Torrance Cultural Arts Center 3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance, CA
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Cost:
Free

Summer Safari at SteelCraft Long Beach

June 21: See a bird and reptile show, meet Safari Mickey, and enjoy crafts, balloon art, and live DJ music. Free entry, all-day fun, and family-friendly activities.

Dates:
Location:
SteelCraft - Long Beach 3768 Long Beach Blvd., Long Beach, CA
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Cost:
Free

California Biennial Block Party at Orange County Museum of Art

June 21: Celebrate the opening of OCMA’s 2025 California Biennial with hands-on artmaking, live music, food trucks, and a free all-ages concert to close out the day.

Dates:
Location:
Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA) 3333 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa
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Cost:
Free

Venice Summer Fest

June 21: Celebrate summer’s arrival with a sun-soaked, family-friendly block party featuring upbeat tunes, yoga, artisan vendors, free water, and Kids Fest Stage performances.

Dates:
Location:
The Venice Fest 12257 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
Free

Juneteenth Celebration in Culver City

June 21: Families are invited to a free Juneteenth Celebration with music, kids’ activities, cultural stations, market vendors, and soul food at Ivy Station.

Dates:
Location:
Ivy Station 8809 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA
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Cost:
Free

Cowboy Festival at Rancho Los Cerritos in Long Beach

June 21: Celebrate Juneteenth with games, performances, and cowboy culture at this family festival. Explore a new exhibit, meet local cowboy experts, and enjoy community fun at Rancho Los Cerritos.

Dates:
Location:
Rancho Los Cerritos 4600 Virginia Road, Long Beach, CA
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Tiny Disco at The Goldfish in LA

June 22: Dance it out with your little ones at a feel-good family disco. Safe sound levels, tasty eats, and big fun for tiny feet.

Dates:
Location:
The Goldfish 5043 York Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
Free

Juneteenth Celebration & Concert at Polliwog Park in Manhattan Beach

June 22: Families are invited to a free Juneteenth celebration featuring live soulful music, local Black-owned vendors, interactive art projects, and family-friendly activities.

Dates:
Location:
Polliwog Park (Manhattan Beach) 1601 Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, CA
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Cost:
Free

Los Angeles Design Festival

June 26-29: Families can explore art, play, and creativity during this citywide celebration of design. Activities include terrarium crafting, scavenger hunts, and interactive exhibits for kids.

Dates:
Location:
Los Angeles Design Festival Los Angeles, CA
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Cost:
Free

Movie Night on the Field at Dodger Stadium

June 27–28: Watch The Sandlot from the outfield grass, pitch in the bullpens, and tour the Dodger Stadium Pressbox. Enjoy photo ops, specialty snacks, and pre-show fun.

Dates:
Location:
Dodger Stadium 1000 Vin Scully Avenue, Los Angeles
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Riviera Village Summer Festival in Redondo Beach

June 27-29: Shop 300+ vendors, enjoy carnival games, live music, beer garden fun, and global eats at the free Riviera Village Summer Festival in Redondo Beach.

Dates:
Location:
Riviera Village Summer Festival 1799 S. Catalina Ave., Redondo Beach, CA
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Cost:
Free

Cars & Stripes Forever in San Pedro

June 27: Join the Port of Los Angeles for its annual pre-Independence Day celebration with classic cars, live music, food trucks, a beer garden, and fireworks finale to cap off the evening. 

Dates:
Location:
Port of Los Angeles 100 Swinford St., San Pedro, CA
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Cost:
Free

Santa Monica Pier 360 Beach Festival

June 28-29: Celebrate the best of beach life with an awesome, free, all ages festival! Festivities include sport competitions, Ninja Nation obstacle course, Museum of Beach Life, all-day music, sandcastle competition, youth activities, and lots more.

Dates:
Location:
Santa Monica Pier 200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica
Cost:
Free

LA Pet Fair at Pomona Fairplex

June 28-29: Explore 6 acres of pets, plants, and more at LA Pet Fair with birds, reptiles, fish, succulents, vendors, and workshops for all ages.

Dates:
Location:
Pomona Fairplex 1101 W McKinley Ave., Pomona, California
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Power of the Arts Festival at Discovery Cube Los Angeles

June 28-29: Explore art and science through hands-on activities, live music, and creative workshops for all ages. Features include clay sculpting, paint spinning, plush sewing, and more.

Dates:
Location:
Discovery Cube - Los Angeles 11800 Foothill Blvd., Sylmar, CA
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Calm Morning: Disney’s Strange World at Academy Museum in LA

June 28: Calm Mornings create an environment for all visitors to enjoy sensory-friendly spaces with moderated sound and lighting displays. Join them for sensory-friendly gallery exploration and a family workshop inspired by the accessible screening of Strange World (2022)

Dates:
Location:
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures 6067 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA
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ToyotaFest at Marina Green Park in Long Beach

June 28: Bring your friends, your camera, and your love for all things Toyota - this is the must-attend event of the summer for all Toyota family and automotive enthusiasts.

Dates:
Location:
Marina Green Park 386 E Shoreline Drive, Long Beach, CA
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OC Read Day at Tustin Library

June 28: Paint treasure chests, play board games, and meet tide pool creatures at this free family literacy event. Kids can also grab lemonade, sing karaoke, and bring home a free book.

Dates:
Location:
Tustin Library 345 E. Main St., Tustin, CA
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Cost:
Free

Star Wars Day at the OC Zoo

June 28: Enjoy a day of family fun including crafts, games, and photo ops. Star Wars costume/attire encouraged! See zoo animals receive special treats throughout the day along with animal meet-and-greets.

Dates:
Location:
OC Zoo in Irvine Park 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange
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Bash in the Gardens in Hawaiian Gardens

June 28: Jump into summer with balloon twisting, crafts, and inflatables. A free community celebration packed with hands-on fun.

Dates:
Location:
Hawaiian Gardens Town Center 12120 Carson St., Hawaiian Gardens, CA
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Cost:
Free

Drum Barracks Civil War Technology Fair in Wilmington

June 28: Explore the science and technology of the 19th century. Learn about wet-plate photography, telegraph, iron-clad ships and submarines, talk to a blacksmith, watch a cannon being fired, and go on self-guided tours of the museum.

Dates:
Location:
Drum Barracks Civil War Museum 1052 N Banning Blvd., Wilmington
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Cost:
Free

Long Beach Japanese Cultural Festival

June 28: Watch or join in Bon Odori dancing, enjoy foods like teriyaki, udon, and other Japanese eats.

Dates:
Location:
Long Beach Japanese Cultural Center 1766 Seabright Ave., Long Beach, CA
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Lakewood Civic Center Block Party & Fireworks Show

JUNE 24: The party features a Family Fun Zone activity, food vendors showcasing local restaurants, live entertainment, and firework show at the end of the night.

Dates:
Location:
Lakewood Civic Center 5050 Clark Avenue, Lakewood
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Cost:
Free

 

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!


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