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Living Seas Opening at Birch Aquarium
May 22: Living Seas Opening! Explore the wonders of our ocean planet, from the vibrant Pacific Northwest and scenic Coastal California to the enchanting Tropical Pacific. Living Seas will feature expanded, sweeping views into habitats along with next-generation digital signage and projections that will immerse you into the world of our dynamic coast.
Santa Ana Zoo Park Pop-Ups
February 7 - May 23: Explore nature with Zoo Staff at parks throughout Santa Ana. Walk-ups welcome. No reservations required.
Lil’ Chef May Cooking Classes
MAY 2, 9, 11 & 23: Chocolate Workshop, Strawberry Shortcake Dump Cake, Mother's Day Brunch and Parent's Night Out. Ages 3+
Scottish Fest at OC Fair & Event Center
May 24-25: Explore and enjoy two packed days of family fun with bagpipes, drums, highland dancing, Scottish clans and genealogy, Scottish athletics, shopping, food and so much more!
Family Memorial Day Camp Out & Barbecue | Gilchrist Farm, Santa Clarita
May 24–25: Camp overnight on a farm with animals, activities, BBQ, and a campfire experience.
Grand Opening – Coastal Kids Playspace in Long Beach
May 24-25: Explore the new indoor playspace featuring unique playhouses, Montessori-inspired toys, and a dedicated area for babies and crawlers.
Family Matinees at the Academy Museum in Los Angeles
Saturdays: Films for families of all ages! All movies in this series are rated G or PG, unless otherwise noted. 5/3 March of the Penguins, 5/10 Wall-E, 5/24 Ice Age: The Meltdown, 5/31 Elemental.
Groove & Gather: AANHPI Dance Fest at Segerstrom Center in Costa Mesa
May 24: Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month with dance performances and workshops for all ages.
Memorial Candle Lighting in Irvine
May 25: In partnership with Northwood Memorial Committee, a special candle lighting ceremony will be held at the Northwood Gratitude and Honor Memorial.
Family ArtMaking Workshop at Long Beach Museum of Art
May 25: Family ArtMaking Workshops provide free family-oriented art-making activities. Parents and children (5+) participate together to create an art project. Workshops are free and no sign-ups are required. Stop by anytime between 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
MAINopoly: “A Taste of Main Street” in Santa Monica
May 25: Sample 20+ Main Street eateries at this board game-inspired tasting event.
Memorial Day Pizza Party: The History of Skateboarding
MAY 26: A fun way to help your child gain some knowledge, find an appreciation, and develop a passion for skateboarding. The day will also be filled with skateboarding lessons, games, prizes, and pizza!
Memorial Day Remembrance & Celebration at Fairhaven Memorial
May 26: Honor Memorial Day with a patriotic ceremony featuring a flyover, live music, and a special tribute to the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps.
Phineas and Ferb Ice Cream Truck Stops – Multiple SoCal Locations
Now - June 8: Various Locations. Fans visiting the ice cream truck can get free frozen treats inspired by the series. The Phineas and Ferb Ice Cream Truck Tour will make over 40 stops at popular L.A. spots including the Griffith Park Observatory, the Santa Monica Pier Beach, and the El Capitan Theatre.
WeHo Pride Street Fair | West Hollywood
June 6–7: Enjoy live performances, booths, and family-friendly fun at this free Pride street fair. FREE!
Youth Outdoor Adventure Day in Eastvale
May 31: Let the kids roam free with archery, fishing, rock climbing, and more outdoor adventures. This special youth-only day includes live demos, safety education, and family fun in nature.
UC STEM Fest in Los Angeles
May 31: Make slime, ride a hovercraft, and build rockets at this free hands-on STEM fest.
Aerospace Community Expo in Riverside
May 31: Explore career paths, experience interactive exhibits, see aircraft up close, register for a free flight for your child, and more!
Airport Day at Fullerton Airport
May 31: The Fullerton Airport opens its doors to thousands of local visitors for Airport Day. Visitors can enjoy static displays, airplane and helicopter rides, model building, kids zone, food, and fun.
Let’s Go Glendale – Open Streets Event
May 31: Walk, bike, or roll through 1.3 miles of car-free streets filled with music, culture, and local flavor during this open-streets celebration in Glendale.
Bike-X & Helmets Stunt Show in Mission Viejo
May 31: Watch a live BMX stunt show, score a free helmet, and learn all about e-bike safety at this family event.
Spring into Summer at Old Orange County Courthouse
May 31: Dance to live Latin music, make crafts with the kids, and explore California history at this free kickoff to summer.
Marina Culture Jam in Marina Del Rey
May 31: Catch live taiko and Peruvian music, explore cultural art activities, and hop on the $1 WaterBus while celebrating 60 years of Marina del Rey.
Boone Children’s Gallery: Pop Up Art Workshop at LACMA
Saturdays, May: Create something special during an all-ages art workshop inspired by the exhibition Zheng Chongbin: Golden State.
Sing-a-Long Beach
May 31: Kid-friendly concert sponsored by Long Beach Youth Chorus, sing rock-n-roll anthems, movie themes, and maybe even some popular campfire songs.
Makoto Taiko Concert at Aratani Theatre in LA
May 31: Celebrate the spirit of taiko with dynamic rhythms and guest artists from Japan.
Walk the Farm at Tanaka Farms
June 1: Sample farm-fresh produce, and explore a tribute to Japanese American farming families during a one-mile walk through Tanaka Farms.
June Pretend City Events
June 1-30: Celebrate, play, and learn with Pretend City’s June lineup of events!
California808 Music Festival
June 1: Enjoy Hawaiian music, keiki caricatures, and tropical shave ice at this island-inspired community fest. Shop island crafts and support wildfire relief.
Hollywood Bowl Day at Smorgasburg in DTLA
June 1: Grab artist-inspired eats and celebrate the start of the Bowl’s summer season with food, music, and fun at Smorgasburg.
Balboa Island Parade
June 1: Watch marching bands, floats, and local heroes parade through Balboa Island in celebration of first responders and 30 years of Fire Station #4.
Free Family Concert at Soka Performing Arts Center
June 1: Clap, dance, and explore music and tradition at this free concert for families.
Reggae Family Festival at Bowers Museum
June 1: Make a tie-dye kerchief, enjoy Caribbean treats, and watch dance performances, fire eating in the courtyard, and more.
California Turkish Festival in Long Beach
June 1: Try Turkish food, watch folk dancing, and enjoy cultural fun by the water.
Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off in Tustin
JUNE 2: The annual street fair and chili cook-off is a community event featuring crafters, community organizations, food and chili booths, entertainment and a Kids Fun Zone with games and bounce houses.
Celebration of Life Luau at Torrance Memorial Hunt Cancer Center
June 1: Celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day with a luau, hula, crafts for kids, and more.
Bike Pump Track at Great Park in Irvine
June 2-15: Ride the pop-up pump track. Grand opening celebration on June 7, enjoy live music and family fun. Expect ramp demos, crafts, and themed games throughout the afternoon.
Addams Family at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
JUNE 6 & 7: Magnificently macabre, The Addams Family musical comedy strikes all the dark notes and embraces the wackiness in every family. Wednesday Addams, the princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a respectable man from a good family. Get ready for a devilishly delightful time as the kooky clan of Gomez and Morticia Addams prepares to meet the lad and his parents
Shrek: The Musical at The Nocturne Theater in Glendale
Select Dates, June 6 - July 20: Follow Shrek, Donkey, and Fiona on a musical adventure packed with laughs, fairy tale fun, and catchy songs for the whole family.
Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical at La Mirada Theatre
June 6-29: Journey through Arendelle with Anna, Elsa, and Olaf in a magical musical packed with beloved songs and new surprises.
Frogtown Pride First Fridays in Los Angeles
June 6: Enjoy an evening of art, music, fun and community along the LA River. Over 15 venues in Frogtown featuring art exhibits by local artists, free or low-cost family activities, discounts, giveaways, arts & crafts, workshops, performances and live music.
California Watermelon Festival in LA
June 7-8: Enjoy watermelon specialty dishes, carnival rides, live art, contests, plus a free Kid's Zone with a melon-dramatic children's theater, exotic birds and reptiles, petting zoo, crafts, face painting, and more.
American Indian Arts Festival at the Autry in LA
June 7-8: Celebrate traditional and contemporary Native art, experience live music, pow-wow dancing, one-of-a-kind art and live theatrical performances from Native Voices, the Autry’s resident theatre company.
Downey Greek Festival
June 7-8: Get ready for a weekend filled with incredible food, live music, and vibrant culture.
The Wiggles Live at The Novo in Los Angeles
June 7: Enjoy music, dancing, laughter and fun with The Wiggles LIVE in concert.
Pacific Islander Festival at the Aquarium of the Pacific
June 7-8: Features traditional music and dance, cultural displays, craft demonstrations, and celebrates Pacific Islander cultures.
Girls’ Fire Camp with County of Los Angeles Fire Department
June 7: A camp that provides participants an opportunity to learn about daily duties of firefighters, and other public safety personnel. Activities include a light workout, equipment demonstrations, info on career opportunities, and more.
Pride Family Fest at The Wallis in Beverly Hills
June 7: Bring the whole family and experience a day of dance, storytelling, music, activities, and self-expression.
Lakewood Pride at the Park
June 7: Celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community, along with kid-oriented crafts, speakers, resource tables, and more!
Kelpfest in Laguna Beach
June 7: Clean up the beach, tour tidepools, and meet mermaids. Enjoy ocean-themed activities, music, and more by the shore.
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!
