All events are subject to change. Please confirm with the event organizer before attending.
Cars & Stripes Forever! | Port of Los Angeles, San Pedro
June 26: See classic cars, enjoy live music, and watch fireworks by the waterfront. FREE!
¡Dale! Fútbol Watch Party | The Music Center, Los Angeles
June 26: Watch Spain v. Uruguay live on giant LED screens, make masks and flags, refashion jerseys, and hit the photo booth. After the game, stick around for Dance DTLA — a free nighttime dance party to kick off the summer season. FREE!
Parents Night Out – Cooking Classes for Kids at Lil’ Chef
JUNE 21, JULY 31, AUGUST 21 & SEPTEMBER 25: This is a great workshop for the parents to go out and let their children (ages 3+) have a fun-filled Friday evening! Each month features a different “themed” Friday Night with food that your Lil’ Chef will make from scratch, and provide drinks and a game or movie to end the evening.
Family Nite | Columbia Memorial Space Center, Downey
June 26: Explore the Space Center after hours with hands-on exhibits and kid-friendly talks about astronomy. FREE!
Orange Splash Pad Nights | Paramount
June 26, July 17 & July 24: Cool off at this evening splash pad event for families. FREE!
NoHo Fútbol Fest | Magnolia Blvd, Los Angeles
June 27: Watch live soccer matches on massive LED screens at this open-air watch party and street festival in North Hollywood. Activities include a kids zone, local food vendors, interactive games, photo ops, live DJ, and star athlete meet and greets. FREE!
Mass Creativity Day | The New Children’s Museum, San Diego
June 27: Free museum admission, art workshops, and performances at Mass Creativity Day. FREE!
Family Style Food Festival | Los Angeles State Historic Park
June 27: Try exclusive food collabs, shop limited merch, and enjoy live entertainment at this one-day festival.
Samoan Heritage Festival | Foisia Park, Carson
June 27: Experience live music, fire dancing, and cultural performances at this free Samoan festival. FREE!
Santa Monica Pier 360 Beach Festival | Santa Monica Pier
June 27-28: Watch beach sports, skate the roller rink, and explore kids activities at this free Santa Monica Pier festival. FREE!
Demo Days Festival | Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena
June 27–28: Test drive cars, ride bikes, and explore hands-on motor demos at this interactive festival.
Calm Morning: The Goonies | Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
June 27: Make treasure maps, enjoy a calm museum experience, and watch The Goonies at this sensory-friendly event.
Summer OC Read Day | Tustin Library
June 27: Crafts, games, and karaoke make this free literacy event a fun morning for families. FREE!
Doheny Surf & Art Festival | Doheny State Beach, Dana Point
June 27-28: Celebrate the historic surf culture and coastal beauty with art, music, food and more. FREE!
Bash at the Gardens | Hawaiian Gardens
June 27: Carnival games, crafts, and a live kids performance make this a fun community afternoon.
TOCApalooza | Torrance Cultural Arts Center
June 27: Sing karaoke, watch live performances, and explore art exhibits at this arts festival. FREE!
UbeFest | Norwalk Metro Station
June 27: Explore 100+ vendors, ube treats, and a World Cup watch party at this free Norwalk festival. FREE!
QWERTY! A Typewriter Festival | International Printing Museum, Carson
June 27: Try a typewriter contest, scavenger hunt, and hands-on activities at this retro festival.
Family Style Food Festival | Los Angeles Historic State Park
June 27: Exclusive food collabs, merch drops, and live entertainment at Family Style Food Festival.
Centennial Festival | St. Isidore, Los Alamitos
June 27: Celebrate 100 years with live performances, crafts, and community activities at this local festival.
Golden Hour | Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica
June 12, June 27 & July 10: Gather along the Third Street Promenade for Golden Hour, a recurring World Cup season activation featuring local vendors, interactive fan experiences, distributed live music, and enhanced outdoor dining. FREE!
LA Carnival on the Shaw | Liberation Plaza, Los Angeles
June 27: Watch a vibrant parade of drummers, dancers, and masquerade costumes at this Caribbean-style street carnival. FREE!
Civic Center Block Party | Lakewood Civic Center
JUNE 27: The party features a Family Fun Zone activity, food vendors showcasing local restaurants, live entertainment, and firework show at the end of the night. FREE!
Sunset Block Party | Ontario Museum of History & Art
June 27: Explore art installations, live performances, and dance to Latin rhythms at this sunset block party. FREE!
THIS LAND IS… Community Festival | The Huntington, San Marino
June 28: Explore music, dance, art, and hands-on activities at this cultural festival at The Huntington.
Community Block Party | Bixby Park, Long Beach
June 28: Enjoy free food, music, and kids activities at this community block party. FREE!
4th of July Celebration Week | Fullerton
July 1–4: Celebrate all week with a watch party, night market, bike parade, and fireworks. FREE!
Stars, Stripes & Summer Nights and Fireworks | San Clemente
July 2–4: Movie night, beach concert, and fireworks over the ocean at San Clemente Pier. FREE!
Nation’s 250th Birthday Celebration | Fedde Sports Complex, Hawaiian Gardens
July 2: Play games, enjoy live music, and watch fireworks. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Universal Studios
July 4: Celebrate Independence Day with live performances by a fife and drum band, festive decor and the sky filled with fireworks.
America 250 Celebration | Nixon Library, Yorba Linda
July 3: Celebrate America’s 250th with reenactments, live music, and fireworks at the Nixon Library.
Independence Day Celebration | Artesia Park
July 3: Kick off the holiday with a full day of activities like chili cook-off, games, live music, and fireworks at Artesia Park. FREE~
Salute to America | Cypress College
June 27: This patriotic celebration will feature food, live music, and a spectacular fireworks display. Picnics and lawn chairs encouraged. No registration required. FREE!
Shrek + Fireworks | Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Los Angeles
July 3: Watch Shrek outdoors with a fireworks show at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
Let Freedom Ring Celebration | Cerritos Civic Center
July 4: Join the City of Cerritos for a celebration including rides, entertainment, fireworks show, and a bell-ringing ceremony. FREE!
Fourth of July Celebration | Santa Ana
July 4: Enjoy live music, food, and fireworks, plus a fun patriotic dog contest. FREE!
LA Galaxy Soccer Celebration | Galaxy Park, Carson
July 4–7: Watch the global soccer tournament live on large screens at this free, multi-day fan experience in Carson. Expect player and alumni appearances, limited-edition merchandise, giveaways, interactive activations, and family-friendly programming. FREE!
Fourth of July Celebration presented by Disneyland | Anaheim
July 4: Enjoy a 5k/10k Run, Dog Show, Parade (presented by Disneyland), entertainment, food, and fireworks to end the night! FREE!
Dana Point Water Wars
July 4: Watch an all-out water battle on the harbor as boats take part in this unique tradition. FREE!
The Great American Kids’ Bike Parade | Long Beach
July 4: Join Justin Rudd's "Great American 4th of July Kids Bike Parade" with a kids patriotic speech. FREE!
Fourth of July Celebration | Ronald Reagan Presidential Library, Simi Valley
July 4: To celebrate our Nation’s 250th birthday, the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library is hosting a day full of family-fun activities. This year’s celebration includes patriotic concerts, family entertainment, games, crafts, and more. FREE-ish!
4th of July Celebration | Recreation Park, El Segundo
July 4: Spend the day with games, races, and contests, then stay for live music and fireworks.
4th of July Community Observance | Korean Friendship Bell, San Pedro
July 4: Start the day with a meaningful bell-ringing ceremony honoring America’s history. FREE!
Street Faire & Fireworks Spectacular | Mission Viejo
July 4: Enjoy a full street fair with rides, vendors, and food, ending with a fireworks show. FREE!
Old Glory Boat Parade | Newport Beach
July 4: See the harbor at its patriotic best as boated decorated in red, white, and blue move through the water.
4th of July Celebration | Rowley Park, Gardena
July 4: Celebrate with food, music, games, kid zone and fireworks (starts 9pm) show.
July Fourth Celebration | Rancho Palos Verdes
July 4: Live music, food vendors, carnival games, family activities, and a patriotic drone light show finale. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Queen Mary, Long Beach
July 4: Celebrate aboard the Queen Mary with themed parties, live entertainment, and a fireworks finale.
Fourth of July Celebration | Almansor Park, Alhambra
July 4: Bring your family and friends for an evening packed with delicious food, exciting games and live entertainment. Event starts at 4pm. Cap off the night with a firework show at 9pm. FREE!
4th of July Celebration | Tustin High School
July 4: Food, music, and fireworks. Festivities begin at 5pm and fireworks start at 9pm. 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!
