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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.
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.
Fountain Valley Summerfest & Fireworks Show
June 18-21: Enjoy four days of rides, live music, local performers, food, shopping, and a free Saturday night fireworks show.
LACMA Grand Opening Weekend | David Geffen Galleries
June 18–22: Celebrate LACMA’s new galleries with a block party, talks, and special opening events. FREE-ish!
Minions Takeover | Carney’s Restaurant, Los Angeles
Now–July: See Carney’s iconic train transformed with a Minions-themed movie installation on Sunset. FREE!
Northgate Market Soccer Fan Fest | Multiple Locations
June 13–21: Meet soccer legends, grab freebies, and enjoy fan fest events at Northgate Market locations.
Simi Fiesta | Similandia Hollywood, Los Angeles
June 18: Gear up to cheer on Mexico at a festive family gathering with activities, surprises, and free food. Free tortas and aguas frescas are included. FREE!
Koreatown Watch Party: Mexico vs. Korea | Seoul International Park, LA
June 18: Join a community watch party festival in Koreatown featuring live game viewing, stage programming, a marketplace with food and snack booths, local vendors, and interactive experiences.
World Cup Soccer Fan Zone Watch Party | Zimmerman Park, Norwalk
June 18: Watch 2026 FIFA World Cup matches on a 23ft by 13ft LED screen at a free community fan zone. Kids' games, food trucks, and a DJ are on site. FREE!
Summer Street Fest | Downtown Bellflower
Thursdays, June 18 - July 30: Enjoy live music, food, and family fun with a different band each week in Bellflower. FREE!
Taste of Japan Festival | Anaheim GardenWalk
June 19-21: Enjoy various Japanese culinary creations, experience Japanese pop culture, Kimono Contest, entertainment like live taiko drumming, activities, shopping and family fun! FREE!
OC MENA Festival | Orange County
June 19–21: Enjoy food, music, rides, and shopping at this three-day MENA cultural festival.
Juneteenth Korean Friendship Bell Ringing | San Pedro
June 19: Hear the Korean Friendship Bell ring for freedom with live music and a community celebration. FREE!
Food Distribution (Food Giveaway) | Adventures to Dreams Youth Garden, Long Beach
June 19: Pick up fresh produce and essential food items at this community food giveaway, open to all families while supplies last. FREE!
Juneteenth Celebration | The Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
June 19: Learn about the history of this holiday and its significance to the African American community and beyond. Discover the traditions of this annual celebration through music, storytelling, and more.
Scavenger Hunt: Juneteenth | California African American Museum
June 19: Solve clues through the galleries at this Juneteenth-themed museum scavenger hunt.
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!
