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Summer Drive-in Movies at Lakewood Center
SATURDAY, JUNE 12 & 19: Pack up the car and the kids and enjoy two summer Drive-in Movies at Lakewood Center in the northwest parking lot near the El Torito restaurant.
Celebrate Father’s Day at Pretend City
Keep the grills off and the bad ties at home because Pretend City has everything you need to celebrate the father figures in your little one’s life. Today honor dads and grandpas with engaging activities, special art projects, and Father’s Day fun!
Carnivorous Plant Show Father’s Day Weekend at Sherman Gardens
WEEKEND, JUNE 19-20: Visit Sherman Library & Gardens to check out some cool and spooky carnivorous plants. See plants that trap, dissolve, and drown their own prey!
Super-Dad’s Day at Play & Parties in Orange
SATURDAY, JUNE 19: Come dressed as your favorite super heroes with your dad and family. Enjoy a superhero craft, superhero training, and photo opportunities.
VIRTUAL: Free Instagram Live Father’s Day Event with Once Upon an Island
SUNDAY, JUNE 20: Join Once Upon an Island live on Instagram at 9am to make a special gift for Father's Day with Belle, Elsa, Anna, and Ariel!
Starlight Cinemas $1 Summer Movie Series
TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS, JUNE 22 - JULY 28: Visit Cinema City Theatres in Anaheim and Dos Lagos Luxury Theatres in Corona for $1.00 family-friendly movies all summer and $4 kid's snack packs.
Drive-In Summer Concerts at Lakewood Mall
THURSDAY, JUNE 17 & 24: The City of Lakewood will offer two Drive-in Summer Concerts in June at Lakewood Center mall in the northwest parking lot near the El Torito restaurant.
Sunset Blufftop Walk at Crystal Cove State Park
THURSDAY, JUNE 24: Enjoy the setting sun and the rising full moon on this guided Blufftop Walk at Crystal Cove State Park. Join a park naturalist and search for dolphins and seabirds.
Shared Science June STEM Events
June 25: FAB Friday LEGO Sculpture for all ages. June 28-July 1: Rad-Robotics EV3 Challenge for grades 3-8.
Kid’s Night Out in Stanton
JUNE 25: Participants in grades 1-5 will enjoy a themed night of recreation games, arts and crafts, special presenters, movies, and so much more.
Discounted Admission for Pasadena 626 Day at Southern California Children’s Musem
SATURDAY, JUNE 26: Celebrate #Pasadena626Day with discounted admission of $6.26 per guest (guests 1 yr and younger always play free).
Patchwork Show Modern Makers Festival in Tustin
SATURDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 26-27: Shop handmade goods from local, independent artists and crafters. Plus, enjoy DIY craft stations and Patchwork Junior, featuring booths from young handmade entrepreneurs.
Monarch Butterfly Garden for Kids at Sherman Gardens
JUNE 26: Kids create gardens to attract Monarch Butterflies. Pot special plants to take home and start observing monarchs in your own garden.
Free Admission Day at Ocean Institute
JUNE 27: Free admission on Sunday. Get tickets online and use code: FREEDAY at checkout.
Virtual Festival of the Summer Solstice Goddess with Bowers Museum
SUNDAY, JUNE 27: Join Bowers Museum to celebrate the power of women in art, music, dance and healing. Rejoice in music by Orange County School of the Arts, dance by Backhausdance, and a special performance by Breath of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble.
June Events at Pretend City Children’s Museum
JUNE 9-30: YogaSix for Littles and Parents, Way to Play Day with free health screening, and Mommy Center Chat N' Play.
Fourth of July Celebration & Summer Carnival – City of San Juan Capistrano
JULY 2-4: Enjoy the Summer Carnival with food, booths, live music, picnic games, and more. Free trolley from 11am - 10pm. Shuttle service and on-site/street parking available. Fourth of July fireworks display at 9pm.
Road Trip Thru the USA – A Patriotic Drive-Thru Celebration in Laguna Niguel
JULY 2-3: Take a scenic, music-filled road trip through the USA! See national landmarks from the comfort of your car and in your neighborhood. Participants are encouraged to take photos of patriotic displays from their cars.
Lakewood’s Fireworks Extravaganza
Friday, July 2: Look to the skies for an aerial fireworks show that will take place at three locations across Lakewood. Locations include Holmes Elementary, Lakewood High, and Artesia High. Residents are encouraged to view the show from their front yards or near their homes.
Fourth of July Celebration at Pretend City
SATURDAY, JULY 3: Let freedom ring and celebration begin! March on in for some star spangled fun as we learn about our nation’s day of independence. Your little firecracker can create sparkling fireworks in the Art Studio and join in on a patriotic dance party.
All-American Boys Chorus
America’s beloved boys choir presents a musical landscape, sweeping through the very best of America’s rich musical heritage, including a salute to America’s military and music by Elton John, and much more!
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with Kool & the Gang at Hollywood Bowl
JULY 3-4: Celebrate good times—and Independence Day—with the ultimate hitmakers, Kool & the Gang! The disco-funk greats bring the party to the Bowl for the annual Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular. Get ready to get down on it!
4th of July Fireworks at Knott’s Berry Farm
JULY 3-4: Enjoy 4th of July activities including Knott's 100th Anniversary Celebration taking place all summer long. At 9pm, don't miss the lighting of the historic "K" tower followed by a dazzling Independence Day fireworks show.
Independence Day Celebration at The International Printing Museum
Saturday, July 3: The day’s festivities include special working tours of the Printing Museum collections, including the opportunity to print your own Declaration on Franklin’s Colonial press. Enjoy activities for the whole family, see a display of vintage cars, and take home patriotic souvenirs printed on authentic tabletop presses.
July 4 Elton John Tribute in Irvine
SUNDAY, JULY 4: Enjoy the spectacular musical journey of Sir Elton John. Plus, enjoy patriotic favorites, Pacific Symphony's traditional salute to the U.S. Armed Forces and a brilliant fireworks finale.
4th of July Fireworks Viewing Party Aboard USS Midway
SUNDAY, JULY 4: Celebrate Independence Day on the flight deck aboard the USS Midway Museum! Bring your lightweight lawn chair and set up on the flight deck for the best view of the fireworks San Diego has to offer. Music will play and concessions will be available for purchase.
July 4th Fireworks Display – City of San Clemente
SUNDAY, JULY 4: Enjoy a flyover by the Condor Squadron, consisting of four AT-6 aircraft World War II trainers at approximate 5:55pm. Fireworks display at the end of San Clemente Municipal Pier at 9pm.
AmericaFest Celebration at Rose Bowl Stadium
SUNDAY, JULY 4: AmericaFest welcomes tens of thousands for a day full of tailgating, celebration, and entertainment including a motorcycle stunt show and a world-renowned fireworks display.
Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular – City of El Segundo
SUNDAY, JULY 4: The main event will be held at Recreation Park located on Eucalyptus Street, between Grand Avenue and Pine Street. For the evening event, gates at Softball and Stevenson will open at 6 p.m. followed by the Fireworks Spectacular at 9 p.
LA County Fireworks Hotline & Website
JULY 4: Los Angeles County public safety agencies jointly sponsor a fireworks hotline to educate the public on fireworks laws, safety and where to view local shows.
4th of July is for Families – City of Newport Beach
SUNDAY, JULY 4: Enjoy a bike parade and festival featuring carnival games, arts and crafts, lawn games, music, and food for sale.
48th Annual Mariners Park Independence Day Parade and Celebration – City of Newport Beach
SUNDAY, JULY 4: Enjoy the parade, plus food trucks, live music, free entertainment, eating contests, lawn games, puppet show!
July 4th Extravaganza in Woodland Hills
SUNDAY, JULY 4: Each year the July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza delights over 60,000 people with a free concert and fireworks display. Food trucks and local restaurants on hand along with arts and crafts vendors and local businesses selling goods.
Fourth of July Firework Show – City of Lake Forest
SUNDAY, JULY 4: The show will feature a 20-minute firework show, live performances, food vendors, and other festivities. Event begins at 6:30pm and fireworks at 9pm.
4th of July Fireworks at the Long Beach Waterfront
SUNDAY, JULY 4: Enjoy fireworks at the iconic Long Beach Waterfront. Free viewing areas along the scenic waterfront include Shoreline Village, Lions Lighthouse for Sight, and Rainbow Harbor. Harbor Breeze Cruises is offering ticketed boat rides for spectators.
The Music Man at Rose Center Theater in Westminster
JULY 9-10 and 17-18: By turns wicked, funny, warm, romantic and touching, The Music Man is family entertainment at its best. Meredith Willson's six-time, Tony Award-winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation.
Friday Movies on the Meadows: Star Wars: The Force Awakens Drive-In Movie in San Clemente
JULY 9: Listen through your radio with an FM transmitter. Register your vehicle, for only $15.
Modern Makers Mart in Irvine
JULY 10-11: Shop an outdoor market place of 30+ locally handmade crafted goods, enjoying tasty treats and some live music! Highlights include flower station, photo booth area, kids craft area and bubbles. Pet-friendly too!
Chemistry Exploration & Slime Fun at OHG Farmers & Artisans Market
SATURDAY, JULY 10: The UCI Yang Lab and the American Chemical Society are teaming up with the Orange Home Grown Farmers & Artisans Market for chemistry exploration and slime fun! Make homemade slime, elephant toothpaste, and more!
A Bugs Life at Casa Romantica
Watch their summer film selections outdoors in the Courtyard after sunset with your family! Tonight: A Bugs Life!
Movie in the Park – City of Yorba Linda
SATURDAY, JULY 17 & AUGUST 21: Enjoy a Saturday evening at the park watching a family movie on a 20ft inflatable movie screen. Bring your chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner!
Summer Play Date at MainPlace Mall
WEDNESDAYS, JUNE 23 - JULY 21: Summer Play Dates are back at MainPlace Mall! Families are invited to participate in to make a craft together. All materials are included. Registration highly encouraged. Walk-ins will be seated as openings allow.
Movie in the Park “Toy Story 4” – City of Newport Beach
FRIDAY, JULY 23: Enjoy a showing of Toy Story 4 at Mariners Park in Newport Beach.
Monster Jam at STAPLES Center
JULY 23-25: SoCal Monster Jam fans will witness a fierce battle for the event championship with each skilled Monster Jam athlete tearing up the dirt with gravity-defying feats in 12,000-pound Monster Jam trucks going head-to-head for points in Freestyle, Skills Challenges and Racing competitions.
‘Once on This Island Jr.’ presented by Arts & Learning Conservatory at Concordia University
JULY 16-18 and 23-25: Arts & Learning Conservatory returns with live musical theatre under the stars in partnership with Concordia University. Once on This Island Jr. is the Calypso tale of Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl in search of her place in the world. Performed by a diverse group of youth and teens, Once on This Island Jr.will take place at the outdoor amphitheater at Concordia University.
Music & Movies Summer Series in Los Alamitos
SELECT DATES, JUNE 12 - JULY 24: Join the City of Los Alamitos for the MemorialCare Miller Children’s & Women’s Hospital Long Beach Music and Movies Event Series! This year, there will be two concerts and two movies for the community to enjoy.
The Alice Experience: An Interactive Adventure – Rose Center Theater in Westminster
JULY 24-25: The Alice Experience invites small groups of audience members to accompany Alice on her musical adventures in Wonderland. Guests follow Alice through the theater and grounds to meet new characters at each turn.
Preschool Playdate: Group Tour and Circle Time at Fairmont
JULY 30: Parent and preschoolers are invited to join a tour of their preschool classrooms and playgrounds, as well as enjoy circle time!
Fiesta Friday at Bella Terra in Huntington Beach
FRIDAY, JULY 30: Enjoy authentic Latin sound and rhythms of Kimera Band, kids crafts, face painting, balloon twisters, a photo op with our special guests Princess Elena and Coco, and free* churros and chips and guac.
Meet Frozen Characters at Play & Parties in Orange
SATURDAY, JULY 31: Is the heat getting you down? Well for the first time in forever, winter is coming indoors for just one day. Enjoy fun frozen activities that'll keep kids cool and entertained.
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