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FIFA World Cup 2026 Experience | LEGOLAND California, Carlsbad
June 11 – July 19: Celebrate the FIFA World Cup with interactive soccer games and LEGO brick builds inspired by soccer heroes. Design your own custom jersey, meet LEGO soccer icons, and take a photo with the LEGO FIFA World Cup Trophy.
San Diego FC Soccer Celebration | Mission Beach, Chula Vista & Little Italy
June 11 – July 19: Join a 39-day soccer celebration at Mission Beach featuring SDFC player appearances, live music, cultural performances, interactive fan experiences, and exclusive merchandise drops. Free to attend with RSVP; Fast Pass upgrades available for guaranteed viewing party entry. FREE!
Kick-Off at NHM: Soccer Connections | Natural History Museum, Los Angeles
June 11–July 19: Explore connections between soccer and natural history through a self-guided scavenger hunt, in-gallery highlights, and pop-up educator carts with touchable specimens. Included with general admission.
Soccer Sand Sculptures | Mother’s Beach, Marina del Rey
June 12 – July 15: See giant soccer sand sculptures and new designs appear on each SoFi Stadium match day at the marina. FREE!
USA Kickoff Celebration & Fan Festival | Santa Monica Place
June 12: Watch the game on a 30-ft screen, explore fan zones, and enjoy DJs at this free soccer festival.
Santa Monica USA Kickoff Celebration | Santa Monica Place
June 12: Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 USA vs. Paraguay match live on a 30-foot LED wall at Santa Monica Place. The all-day event features DJs, beer gardens, face painting, trivia, giveaways, and interactive fan activations. FREE!
Fútbol For the People – Free Community Watch Party | Autry Museum, Los Angeles
June 12: Watch the USA vs. Paraguay 2026 FIFA World Cup game live on a large outdoor screen at the Autry Museum lawn. Food trucks, themed drinks, soccer-inspired games, and a local vendor marketplace round out the evening. Reservations required. FREE!
Kick-Off Goal Fest | Bella Terra, Huntington Beach
June 12: Try a soccer simulator, snap pics at the Goal Zone, and enjoy games, music, and family activities. FREE!
Kickoff Goal Fest | Bella Terra, Huntington Beach
June 12: Celebrate tournament season with a soccer-inspired outdoor event featuring a free soccer simulator, a juggling contest with gift card prizes, face painting, live DJ entertainment, and watch party spots with happy hour specials. A photo booth, giveaways, and a team flag craft station round out the festivities. FREE!
Summer Night Market + UbeFest | Downtown Long Beach
June 12: Shop 50+ vendors and try exclusive ube treats at this free Long Beach night market.
Astronomy Night | Columbia Space Memorial, Downey
June 12: Hear astronomy talks and view planets and stars through telescopes at this free night event. FREE!
Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival | Newport Beach Country Club & Balboa Yacht Club
June 13-14: Explore famous wooden boats, watch artists paint dockside, and stroll through Hollywood maritime history. Kids can craft, watch movies, and set sail on their own adventures.
Puppets and Pride | Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles
June 13 & 20: Enjoy a Bob Baker's musical marionette show celebrating Pride with puppets, music, and photo opportunities.
Drop-in Workshop: Pride and Puppetry | Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles
June 13 & 20: Design your own puppet in this hands-on Pride-themed family workshop.
PokeFest | Carmela Elementary School, Whittier
June 13: Battle in TCG tournaments, meet Pokémon characters, and shop collectibles at this fan fest. FREE!
BMW Takes Flight | Lyon Air Museum, Santa Ana
June 13: See BMWs alongside historic warbirds and grab coffee at this unique museum event.
Gone Fishing for Kids | Bass Pro Shops
June 13-14 & 20-21: Reel in a whopper at Bass Pro Shops' catch-and-release ponds or cast your line in a casting challenge game. Activities will vary by location.
Palos Verdes Street Fair & Music Festival | Rolling Hills Estates
June 13–14: Ride carnival rides, visit the kids art zone, and enjoy live music at this street fair. FREE!
Celebrate Pride | Kidspace Museum, Pasadena
June 13–14: Create a family flag and see it displayed in a rainbow art gallery celebrating Pride.
Mega Movie Summer | Universal Studios Hollywood
June 13–Aug 9: Meet movie characters, see a Fast & Furious show, and explore themed experiences across the park.
LAist Super-Fun Saturday | Autry Museum of the American West, Los Angeles
June 13: Enjoy storytime, performances, bubbles, and hands-on crafts like screen printing. FREE!
Japanese American Heritage Day | Crystal Cove State Park
June 13: Watch taiko drumming, try origami, and see mochi pounding at this cultural celebration.
Adobe Days | Andres Pico Adobe, Mission Hills
June 13: See live demos, performances, and historic adobe sites all in one place. FREE!
Dinosaur Day | Heritage Museum of Orange County, Santa Ana
June 13: Meet dinosaurs, try gold panning, and see fossil demos at this free prehistoric event. FREE!
Family Fish & Wildlife Festival in Chino
June 13: Learn to fish, meet animals, and enjoy crafts, archery, and live music at this family-friendly outdoor fest.
Bubble Poppin’ Fun Event | Anaheim Hills Festival
June 13: Play in a foam zone, explore bubble stations, and enjoy a live bubble show. FREE!
Picnic in the Park | Edison Park, Seal Beach
June 13: Grab free hotdogs, enjoy inflatables, and relax with games and crafts at this park picnic.
VW Vintage Car Show | Santa Anita Park
June 13: See 200+ vintage cars, enjoy jumpers and crafts, and watch live horse racing at this family-friendly show.
Rootin’ Tootin’ Country Fest | El Dorado Frontier, Long Beach
June 13: Enjoy country music, dancing, rides, and western-themed fun at this family-friendly festival.
Khmer Town Night Market | Long Beach
June 13: Watch Khmer dance, explore vendors, and enjoy street food at this free Long Beach night market. FREE!
Lakewood Pride in the Park | Mayfair Park, Lakewood
June 13: Enjoy storytime, games, art, and community resources at this family-friendly Pride event. FREE!
DroneArt Show: Harry Potter | Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles
June 13: Use code KIDSGUIDE for 10% off! Watch 1,200 synchronized drones recreate iconic moments from the Harry Potter films in a spectacular aerial show set to music from the films. Celebrate the 25th anniversary with a wizarding world-inspired preshow featuring Harry Potter trivia, exclusive LED wristbands, a Butterbeer, and a limited meet and greet with Bonnie Wright.
Flag Day Parade & Celebration | Pearson Park, Anaheim
June 14: Watch a patriotic parade, enjoy live music, and grab free cupcakes at this Flag Day celebration. FREE!
Fútbol Free Day | Academy Museum, Los Angeles
June 14: Catch three soccer-themed films screened in 35mm, play inflatable human foosball, and explore free museum galleries and exhibitions. Food vendors are on-site, and no advance tickets are needed. FREE!
World Grub at Smorgasburg | ROW DTLA
June 14: Watch matches, play on a mini soccer pitch, and explore global food. FREE.
Goldrich Cultural Center Preview Day | Los Angeles
June 14: Step inside a historic boxcar, try printmaking, and see a holographic survivor exhibit. FREE!
Flag Day Celebration | Baby Beach, Dana Point
June 14: See a field of 251 flags and attend a coastal Flag Day ceremony at Baby Beach. FREE!
Summer of Soccer at LA County Library | LA County Library
June 15 – July 31: Celebrate the 2026 World Cup with soccer-inspired programs at LA County Library all summer long. Watch parties, crafts, workshops, movie nights, and curated reading resources are all part of the lineup. FREE!
Camp Arvida Kickoff | Arvida Book Co., Tustin
June 15: Enjoy read-alouds, crafts, s’mores, and earn a free pizza through this summer reading kickoff.
Little Earth Kids Summer Film Series | Art Theatre, Long Beach
June 17–Aug 19: Watch weekly animated films with environmental themes at this summer movie series for kids and families.
Summer Stroll Food Fest | Belmont Shore
June - August: Stroll Belmont Shore, sample food from 30+ spots, and enjoy live music and shopping.
Taste of Japan Festival | Anaheim GardenWalk
June 13-15: Enjoy various Japanese culinary creations, experience Japanese pop culture, Kimono Contest, entertainment like live taiko drumming, activities, shopping and family fun! FREE!
Walk the Farm | Tanaka Farms, Irvine
June 20: Walk a working farm, sample fresh produce, and harvest your own fruits and vegetables at this hands-on community event.
Family Field Day: Come Play Multiform | The Broad, Los Angeles
June 20–28: Watch luchadores perform stunts and cheer on players in Multiform, a participatory sport with shifting rules on a custom plaza playing field. KCRW DJs spin all day alongside live comedic commentary, guided warm-ups, refreshments, a pop-up shop, and giveaways. FREE!
Beyond Blindness Family Fair | Santa Ana
June 21: A fun, morning Family Fair packed with carnival games, inflatables, train rides, face painting, live entertainment, and food.
Summer Reading Kickoff Carnival | Huntington Beach Central Library
June 20: Kick off summer reading with a fun outdoor carnival featuring games, face painting, crafts, food, and show at the library. FREE!
Discovery Zone: Explore, Discover, Wonder! | Madrona Marsh Nature Center
Monthly: Explore nature with hands-on activities like animal tracks, magnifiers, and simple science play.
Kids Market | Long Beach Exchange
June 20: Shop unique kid-made goods at an open-air market run by young entrepreneurs. Browse handmade creations, try craft stations, and take part in summer activities.
The Venice Fest | Venice Blvd, Los Angeles
June 21: Celebrate summer’s arrival with a sun-soaked, family-friendly block party featuring upbeat tunes, yoga, artisan vendors, soccer viewing part at Fatty Mart, and more! FREE!
Juneteenth Celebration | Veterans Memorial Park, Culver City
June 20: Enjoy live music, the Black National Anthem, and family activities at this Juneteenth celebration. 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!
