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L.A. Zoo Quest: Amazing Apes | Los Angeles Zoo
May 30: Solve puzzles, explore the zoo at night, and learn about apes in this interactive adventure.
We All Play Pajama Party | Cayton Children’s Museum, Santa Monica
May 31: Enjoy a museum-wide pajama party with hands-on activities, performances, food, and take-home goodies for families.
Kowabunga Van Klan “Buses on the Pier” | Huntington Beach Pier
May 31: Check out one of the biggest VW Bus meet-ups on the West Coast. Watch classic and restored VW buses cruise the pier, and join thousands of fans celebrating the iconic surf van. FREE!
Museums of the Arroyo Day (MOTA) | Pasadena & Los Angeles
May 31: Explore five museums with free admission, family activities, and local history experiences. FREE!
Japanese Car Cruise In & Motorcycle Show | Peterson Automotive Museum, LA
May 31: See some of the most iconic Japanese cars and custom builds up close at this high-energy car meet. FREE!
Kidspace Neighborhood Block Party | Brookside Park, Pasadena
May 31: Enjoy live entertainment, hands-on activities, food trucks, and free museum admission at this community block party. FREE!
Balboa Island Parade
May 31: Watch marching bands, floats, and local heroes parade through Balboa Island in celebration of first responders and 30 years of Fire Station #4.
The Sound of Music | Segerstrom Hall, Costa Mesa
June 2–14: Watch a live production of The Sound of Music featuring iconic songs and a timeless story.
Kids Club | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 3–24: Enjoy weekly kids shows with music, puppets, and storytelling at AMC theaters.
Anastasia: The Musical | La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts
June 5–28: Watch a live production of Anastasia featuring iconic songs, storytelling, and theatrical performances on stage.
The World’s Biggest Soccer Ball | Citadel Outlets, Los Angeles
June 5 – July 31: Walk through a 20-foot interactive soccer ball installation and snap photos at Citadel Outlets. On select dates, watch live professional soccer freestyle performances and interact with performers. FREE!
Children’s Fairy Garden | Point Fermin Lighthouse, San Pedro
June 6: Build a miniature fairy garden using natural materials in this creative outdoor workshop. FREE!
Parents Night Out | Columbia Memorial Space Center, Downey
June 5: Drop kids off for STEM activities, games, and dinner while you enjoy a night out.
Frogtown First Fridays: Pride Night | Frogtown, Los Angeles
Friday, June 5, 2026 Celebrate Pride with art, music, and community at this car-free neighborhood event. Explore 15+ venues along the LA River featuring local artists, workshops, activities, and pop-ups, plus a community treasure hunt with prizes and discounts. Admission: Event is free (some activities may be low-cost). --------------- Before You Go: This event is... View Article
Galaxy Day | OC Zoo, Irvine
June 6: Enjoy space-themed crafts, games, and animal encounters at Galaxy Day at the OC Zoo.
California Watermelon Festival | Hansen Dam Soccer Field, Lakeview Terrace
June 6-7: Enjoy watermelon specialty dishes, carnival rides, live art, contests, plus a free Kid's Zone with a melon-dramatic children's theater, exotic birds and reptiles, petting zoo, crafts, face painting, and more.
American Indian Arts Festival | Griffith Park, Los Angeles
June 6–7: Browse Native art, enjoy performances, and try hands-on activities at this cultural festival.
Downey Greek Food Festival | St. George Greek Orthodox Church, Downey
June 6–7: Enjoy Greek food, live music, dancing, and a cultural marketplace at this festival.
American Indian Arts Marketplace | Autry Museum of the American West, Los Angeles
June 6–7: Shop Native art, enjoy performances, and explore hands-on activities at this outdoor marketplace.
Wrigley River Run & Tadpole Trot | Long Beach
June 6: Join the Wrigley neighborhood for a 10 mile, 10k or 5k run. Run also includes 5k baby stroller race, 300 yard tadpole trot, and 1k tadpole trot for the littles.
Mini Motors: Cars + Inventions | Petersen Automotive Museum, Los Angeles
June 6: Kids explore car inventions through hands-on experiments and creative design in this workshop.
World Ocean Day Celebration SEA Con | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
June 6: Celebrate the ocean with cosplay, panels, hands-on activities, and marine exhibits at this all-ages event. FREE!
Pacific Islander Festival | Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
June 6–7: Experience Pacific Islander music, dance, and cultural traditions at this weekend festival.
Dinosaurs at Descanso Railroad: Opening Weekend | Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge
June 6–7: Explore dinosaur displays, fossils, and hands-on activities at this garden adventure.
Kelp Forest Art Experience | Rivian, Laguna Beach
June 6: Create ocean-inspired sun prints and explore marine life in this hands-on kelp forest art workshop. FREE!
Galaxy Day | OC Zoo, Irvine
June 6: Explore crafts, games, photo ops and animal treat demonstrations at Galaxy Day. Meet characters and animals, and come dressed in galaxy-themed attire for extra fun.
Airport Day | Fullerton Municipal Airport, Fullerton
June 6: The Fullerton Airport opens its doors to thousands of local visitors for Airport Day. Visitors can enjoy static displays, airplane and helicopter rides, model building, kids zone, food, and fun. FREE!
Family Fest: Celebrating Pride | Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, Beverly Hills
June 6: Enjoy Bob Baker Marionette's puppetry, music, dance, crafts, and interactive activities celebrating Pride at this family-friendly festival. FREE!
SoCal EV Fest | Long Beach City College, Long Beach
June 6: See electric cars, enjoy vendors, food trucks, and family activities at this EV-themed festival and car show. FREE!
Pride in Bloom | Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
June 6: Enjoy a drag musical, scavenger hunt, crafts, and interactive activities celebrating Pride at this museum event. FREE!
Downtown Santa Ana Art Walk | Downtown Santa Ana
June 6: Explore art, live performances, vendors, and street activations at this vibrant downtown art walk. FREE!
America’s 250th Celebration | La Mirada Civic Center Plaza
June 6: Enjoy live music, food vendors, and a patriotic drone show celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. FREE!
KCRW Summer Nights | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
June 6: Enjoy DJs, ocean activities, and after-hours aquarium access at this beachside summer event. FREE!
Smorgasburg: Hollywood Bowl Day | ROW DTLA, Los Angeles
June 7: Enjoy food vendors, DJs, and concert giveaways celebrating the Hollywood Bowl summer season. FREE!
Villa Family Festival: Ancient Egypt | Getty Villa, Malibu
June 7: Explore ancient Egypt with music, crafts, and hands-on activities at this family festival. FREE!
Friendship Quilt Opening Day | Heritage Museum of Orange County, Santa Ana
June 7: See a student-made Friendship Quilt and explore the museum grounds during this special open house.
Tustin Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off | Old Town Tustin
June 7: Taste chili, enjoy live music, vendors, and a kids zone at this annual street fair. FREE!
LATINAFest 2026: UNSTOPPABLE | Jesse Brewer Park, Los Angeles
June 7: Enjoy live music, panels, wellness experiences, and 100+ vendors celebrating Latina culture and community.
DADA Community Block Party | Debbie Allen Dance Academy, Los Angeles
June 7: Enjoy dance performances, carnival rides, classes, and community activities at this all-day block party. FREE!
Ondo Dance Exhibit | CSULB Japanese Garden
June 7: Learn traditional Ondo dance with live demonstrations and interactive instruction for all ages. FREE!
RuMBa Foundation Family Concert: Peter and the Wolf | Terrace Theater, Long Beach
June 7: Enjoy an interactive performance of Prokofiev's Peter and the Wolf with Long Beach Symphony, plus an instrument petting zoo, arts and crafts, meet-the-musicians activities, and food trucks. Children get in FREE!
FIFA Fan Festival | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, Los Angeles
June 11–14: Watch live FIFA World Cup 2026 match broadcasts on giant screens at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum alongside interactive soccer activations, wellness zones, a global food lineup, and local LA favorites. General Admission is $10; children (ages 12 and under) are free with a paid adult.
U.S. Soccer House | Venice Beach, Los Angeles
June 11–26: Watch games, meet players, and enjoy interactive soccer experiences at this Venice fan hub. FREE!
U.S. Soccer House | Venice
June 11–26: Cheer on the U.S. Men's National Team at a free fan experience in Venice during the FIFA World Cup 2026. Design wearable keepsakes, create digital souvenirs, get live fan face art, build a digital trading card, and more. Pre-registration as a U.S. Soccer Insider is required and free. FREE!
LA Galaxy Soccer Celebration | Pine Ave. & Broadway, Long Beach
June 11–27: Watch live World Cup group stage matches on a large outdoor screen in downtown Long Beach, free and open to the public. Major activation days (June 12, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, and 27) feature appearances from Galaxy alumni and players, merchandise, giveaways, and family-friendly programming. FREE!
World Play Zone | Metro Kiss & Ride, Santa Monica
June 11–27: Join active drills, pick-up games, and hands-on soccer activities at this outdoor community activation during World Cup season. A dedicated youth area offers safe, interactive play for younger fans, while adults can join skill sessions and pick-up games with coaches. Free and premium zones are available.
Nike Soccer | The Grove, Los Angeles
June 11–July 3: Experience a three-week soccer installation at The Grove featuring 1v1 gameplay, a match viewing area with DJs and special appearances, and limited-edition jersey and footwear customization. Complimentary match screenings are also available at AMC Theatres. FREE!
Kick It in the Library Soccer Celebration Watch Parties | Los Angeles Public Library
June 11 – July 18: Watch FIFA World Cup 26 matches on a large high-definition screen in Central Library's Taper Auditorium, set up with professional audio for a stadium-like atmosphere. The event is family-friendly and free to attend with RSVP tickets. FREE!
World Cup: Kick It In the Park | Citywide LA Parks
June–July: Watch World Cup games on giant screens, try soccer skill stations, and explore family fun zones at parks across LA. FREE!
World Cup Watch Parties | The Getty Museum, LA
June–July: Watch World Cup matches with skyline views, gardens, and extended evening hours at The Getty. 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!
