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Palos Verdes Street Fair & Music Festival
JUNE 10-12: The biggest fair in the South Ba is back. Don't miss shopping, entertainment, carnival rides, food, and more.
Emotions at Play with Pixar’s Inside Out in Discovery Cube Los Angeles
JUNE 10 - SEPTEMBER 11: Focusing on the five core emotions featured in the film – Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust and Fear – hands-on and digital experiences in the exhibit offer opportunities to explore some of the ways we express our emotions.
Free Flag Day Concert in the Park at Irvine Regional Park
FRIDAY, JUNE 10: Supervisor Don Wagner invites you to Irvine Regional Park for a free family-friendly concert performed by Angel Force Band, with Grammy-Award-winning musical talent from the bands Train, Sugar Ray, The Doors, The Who & more.
Queer Family Day at Natural History Museum
SATURDAY, JUNE 11: Enjoy a rainbow-themed scavenger hunt, dino dance party, drag queen storytime, up-close encounters with behind-the-scenes museum collections, and more!
Beginning Archery Class in Fountain Valley
JUNE 11 - AUGUST 20: Join OC Parks staff and OC Parks volunteers for a beginning archery course for first-time archers.
Irish Fair & Music Festival in Long Beach
JUNE 11-12: Enjoy live traditional Irish music, Irish dancing, bag pipers, parade, and shop from vendors.
Long Beach Game Fest at Scholars Collective
SATURDAY, JUNE 11: Join this community gaming event for ages 5-17. Enjoy free play time with the latest consoles, PCs, and VR. Make your own video game, compete in tournaments for prizes, learn to draw and paint your favorite characters, and watch and play with college Esports teams.
Summer Evening Strolls at The Huntington Library
JUNE 11-SEPTEMBER 2: Enjoy a stroll in the gardens at twilight. Meet your friends, enjoy dinner or a light snack and a cocktail at 1919 Cafe, stroll the breathtaking gardens at sunset, and take home a memento of your visit from the Huntington Store.
Free Open House for Santa Ana Parents and Children at the Bowers Museum
JUNE 12: Bowers Museum is proud to host an open house for Santa Ana parents and children where they can enjoy creating art projects, watch live performances, and more!
OC Public Libraries – Summer Reading Program
JUNE 13 - JULY 30: Join OC Public Libraries this summer for its annual summer reading program which includes grab-and-go craft kits, virtual author visits, reading challenge, and more.
Grunion Run at Bolsa Chica State Beach
THURSDAY, JUNE 16:During grunion runs, observe this spawning behavior from shore and even attempt to catch some grunion in the process! Closed season runs from April 1 through June 30 of this year (2022), observe and conserve only during this time. RSVP required.
K-PLAY! FEST in Los Angeles
JUNE 17-18: Enjoy this fan-hosted K-pop festival at KTOWN Night Market. Enjoy photocard decoration and trading areas, dance play sessions, meet K-pop creators, streetfood vendors, and live performances.
Teddy Bear Picnic at the Los Angeles Arboretum
JUNE 17: Grab your favorite stuffed animal and join the Los Angeles Arboretum's celebration of the beginning of summer while enjoying music, crafts, storytelling, and a fun photo op!
Spring Sports Festival in Long Beach
JUNE 18: 1,000 athletes, coaches, volunteers and spectators from Southern California counties will be practicing and demonstrating their sports skills in a non-competition setting.
Daddy & Me Tea Party at Le Petite Princesse
SATURDAY, JUNE 18: Enjoy a one-of-a-kind tea party. Experience includes meet and greet with Princess Cinderella, plus story time, father-daughter dance, photo opportunity, and an intimate Daddy & Me tea party.
Living History – Tracks, Wheels, Wings at Planes of Fame Air Museum
SATURDAY, JUNE 18, 2022 See a display of military vehicles and aircraft on display. Look inside their M4 Sherman Tank and watch its turret turn. Learn about the role of... View Article
10th Annual Southern California National Anthem Sing-Off
JUNE 18: Justin Rudd’s nonprofit Community Action Team is hosting a Southern California National Anthem Sing-off. Winner will get $1,000 contract!
So Cal Kids Fair in Tustin
SATURDAY, JUNE 18: Experience a high-energy interactive, family-friendly environment during this free outdoor event. Enjoy live entertainment, exhibitors, activities for kids, and more.
Seal Day at the Marine Mammal Care Center
JUNE 18: Marine Mammal Care Center (MMCC) is excited to announce their annual Seal Day Event and 30th Anniversary Celebration. This event will include animal viewings, an auction, live music, food trucks and fun activities!
Pasadena Chalk Festival at The Paseo
June 18-19: Enjoy Father's Day Weekend with live music, art galleries, a children's art area, 200 murals, 500 artists, and more!
Summer Reading Celebration at the Placentia Library
JUNE 18: Enjoy carnival style games, bounce house, obstacle course, crafts, animal show, petting zoo, storytime and more!
Music of Bob Marley for Kids in West Hollywood
SUNDAY, JUNE 19: Dads (and moms) and kids can enjoy the music of Bob Marley to celebrate Father's Day and Juneteenth.
Family Hike in Round Canyon
JUNE 19: Enjoy nature with friends and family in Round Canyon, hike along a fairly flat trail while watching red-tailed hawks and mule deer!
Let’s Play Blue’s Clues & You at Natural History Museum LA
SUNDAY, JUNE 19: This family-friendly outdoor event will inspire creativity and curiosity with coloring, costumes and DIY activities, plus a special chance for picture time with Blue.
Summer Solstice Festival at Bowers Museum in Santa Ana
JUNE 19: Bowers Museum brings Summer Solstice Festival which includes art projects, face painting, food tasting, and more!
Informational Parent Meeting – Downey Unified Virtual Academy
JUNE 20 & 27: Everyone's academic needs are different. While many students missed in-person schooling during the pandemic, some students thrived learning from the comforts of home. Downey Unified Virtual Academy offers a way for those students to continue learning in a way that better suits them. This program is tuition-free and open to children who live outside Downey Unified boundaries.
Free Summer Fun Days at Long Beach Parks
JUNE 20 - AUGUST 26: Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine has great free and affordable programs for youth and teens planned during the summer at 21 local parks. Kids can come out for games, crafts, sports, field trips and more Monday-Friday from noon to 5 p.m.
Be SAFE Programs (Summer Activities in a Friendly Environment) in Long Beach
JUNE 20- AUGUST 26: Free classes, sports, fitness crafts and more will be offered from 5-8 p.m.at 11 city parks.
2022 Fourth of July Events in LA & Orange County
4th of July events in Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, Buena Park, Cerritos, Cypress, Dana Point, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Habra, La Mirada, Laguna Niguel, Lake Forest, Lakewood, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Los Angeles, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Orange, Pasadena, Rancho Palos Verdes, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Tustin, Yorba Linda, and more!
El Dorado Nature Center Family Nightlife Walks
THURSDAYS, JUNE 23 - SEPTEMBER 29: Join a guided after-hours walk to see all the nocturnal creatures that call the Nature Center home. Pre-registration required and fills up fast!
Tot Walk at Laguna Coast Wilderness Park
JUNE 24: Listen to a story, play a game, and take a leisurely stroll on Mary’s Trail.
Baby Shark Live! in Long Beach
SATURDAY, JUNE 25: Splash along with Baby Shark and Pinkfong as they journey into the sea to sing and dance through some of your favorite songs.
Champions for Children 5K & Kids Run in Torrance
SATURDAY, JUNE 25: Enjoy the Health Expo and fun activities for the entire family. Children ages 5 and below can participate with their parents and/or join the Kids Fun Run.
Summer Sunsation Inclusive Play in LA
SATURDAY, JUNE 25: Kick off your summer with free inclusive activities - featuring a water balloon toss, ocean sensory station, rock painting, and summer-themed goodies -- along with an all-inclusive playground, temporary tattoos, yummy treats, and more.
Last Saturday Storytime in the Galleries at Bowers Museum
EVERY LAST SATURDAY: Join Bowers Museum's monthly storytime followed by engaging art projects that kids will love!
Bubble Bash at Anaheim Hills Festival
SATURDAY, JUNE 25: Bring your friends and family and soak up the fun among millions of bubbles. Enjoy interactive bubble stations, a foam zone, live entertainment, photo opportunities with your favorite princesses, and more!
SouthBay Festival of the Arts in Torrance
JUNE 25: With three stages of live entertainment, hands-on art demonstrations, vendors and food!
Wildwoods Summer Park-tacular
SATURDAY, JUNE 25: Enjoy a family-friendly celebration in the park with live music, kids activities, face painting, Skyline photos, food trucks and vendors, and more!
Bubble Bash at Long Beach Towne Center
SUNDAY, JUNE 26: Enjoy interactive color-filled bubble stations, get sudsy with an overflowing foam zone and enjoy live entertainment, games and giveaways.
Crafty Kids Sunday at Newport Beach
JUNE 26: Features FREE craft activities in the Muth Interpretive Center’s Discovery Classroom. All ages are welcome.
Starry, Starry Night at Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park
JUNE 26: Come join for an interactive evening under the stars and immerse yourself in a scaled-down version of our solar system!
Long Beach Taste of Downtown 2022
JUNE 29-30 & AUGUST 24-25: Downtown showcases the culinary culture of Downtown. This free event also features drink vendors, live music and more!
Star Wars Celebration at East Anaheim Library
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29: Put on your favorite Star Wars attire or costume, meet your favorite characters, and watch the two sides of the force battle it out in a spectacular lightsaber performance by the Saber Guild.
Little Mermaid Swim-Along Storytime in Newport Beach
THURSDAY, JUNE 30: Swim along and flip your fins with Ariel and The Neverland Mermaids. Enjoy a singalong, mermaid tail transformations, and mermaid craft-ivity.
Anime Expo 2022 in Los Angeles
JULY 1-4: A four day event filled with everything anime! With live concerts, industry panels, signature events, cosplay, gaming, programming, and much more.
July Events at Pretend City
Movie Night in the City (July 1) • Celebrate Independence Day (July 3) • Teddy Bear Picnic (July 6) • Celebrate Haji (July 7) • Way to Play Day (July 8) • Baby Steps (July 10) • Shark Week (July 12-16) • Night in the Museum (July 14) • Islamic New Year (July 29) • Harry Potter's Birthday (July 31)
Cars and Stripes Forever in San Pedro
JULY 1: More than 100 pre-1975 classic cars and motorcycles will be on display, live bands performing on stage, and food trucks serving local cuisine! Also, don't miss the firework presentation that begins at 9:15 p.m.
FUNBOX Bounce Park at Del Amo Fashion Center
WEEKENDS, JULY 2-17: This multi-zone bounce park features attractions and area for the whole family including: Dodgeball Court, Battle Beam, Sumo Challenge, Ninja Challenge, 23 ft. Slide, Ice Climbers, Basketball, Wipeout inspired games, toddler park, and more!
Campfire Family Jam with Cal Heights Music
SATURDAY, JULY 2: Join Cal Heights Music for a free all ages Campfire Jam around their "felt" campfire. Feel free to bring your own acoustic instruments, shakers, and your voices. They'll have instruments out for you to use as well.
Little Yogi’s Plus One in Long Beach
JULY 2: Enjoy a a yoga-filled weekend with your little one in Long Beach! Includes engaging yoga games, breathing practices, and more!
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