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World Cup Fun & Watch Party | Annenberg Community Beach House, Santa Monica
June 25: Watch the World Cup at this free, all-ages community event with soccer skill challenges, arts and crafts, and games. Both the Türkiye vs. USA and Paraguay vs. Australia matches stream starting at 7pm. FREE!
Sunset Music Series | Kidspace Museum, Pasadena
June 26 – August 21: Enjoy live music, dancing, and art activities at this family-friendly summer concert series.
Riviera Village Summer Festival | Redondo Beach
June 26–28: Shop 300+ vendors, play carnival games, and enjoy live music at this beachside festival. FREE!
El Pueblo de Los Angeles Heritage Festival | El Pueblo Historical Monument, Los Angeles
June 26–28: Celebrate at a free, three-day festival at El Pueblo Historical Monument featuring live music, an international food truck area, and a kid's zone with family activities. Ozomatli performs June 27 and Poncho Sanchez takes the stage June 28. FREE!
FAN EXPO | Anaheim Convention Center
June 26–28: Meet celebrities, explore cosplay, and enjoy interactive fandom experiences at this pop culture convention.
Fish Fry & Carnival | Lions Park, Costa Mesa
June 26–28: Carnival rides, live music, and classic fish fry plates make this a full weekend family event. FREE!
LA County Parks Soccer Watch Parties | Multiple Locations, Los Angeles County
June 12, 18, 24, 25 & 26: Watch live World Cup soccer on a giant LED screen at five free community events across Los Angeles County. Each stop features youth soccer clinics, family games, inflatable attractions, and halftime snacks. FREE!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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.
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!
Grunion Runs | Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
April 3 – June 30: Watch grunion come ashore during a staff-led beach observation at Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Each evening includes entry to the aquarium, a short film, a hatching experience, and a beach-side grunion watch.
4th of July Celebration Week | Fullerton
July 1–4: Celebrate all week with a watch party, night market, bike parade, and fireworks. FREE!
July 4 Fireworks Spectacular with The Beach Boys | Hollywood Bowl, Los Angeles
July 2-4: The Beach Boys, John Stamos, live orchestra, and fireworks at the Hollywood Bowl.
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!
Summer Concert & July 4 Celebration | Paramount
July 3: A summer concert, food vendors, and family fun in Downtown Paramount. 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.
3rd of July Fireworks Spectacular in Los Alamitos
July 3: Enjoy a patriotic evening with fireworks. FREE!
FoodieLand at Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena
July 3-5: Explore hundreds of multicultural food and drink vendors, plus live entertainment and games, at this outdoor festival at the Rose Bowl. Each day features a fresh mix of offerings.
America 250 Celebration | Nixon Library, Yorba Linda
July 3: Celebrate America’s 250th with reenactments, live music, and fireworks at the Nixon Library.
4th of July Celebration at Pretend City in Irvine
July 3: Enjoy an adventure-filled day of activities, creativity, and patriotic fun.
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~
Independence Celebration | La Mirada Regional Park, La Mirada
July 3: Live music, tribute bands, and fireworks at La Mirada Regional 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!
4th of July Celebration | Laguna Niguel
July 4: A full day of festivities ending with a patriotic drone show. FREE!
4th of July Fireworks at Disneyland in Anaheim
July 4 : Salute the stars and stripes like never before while celebrating Independence Day at an inspirational fireworks show—all to the sound of patriotic music.
4th of July Country Fair | Brea
July 4: A classic country fair with parades, cars, games, and free swim. 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!
