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4th of July Events in LA & Orange County
JULY 3 & 4: Spectacular firework shows, dazzling drone shows, and a whole lot of grand celebrations for the whole family! Find 4th of July events near you.
Port of LA July 4th Spectacular
JULY 4: This day-at-the-beach celebration features music, family activities, and food trucks -- all leading up to a spectacular fireworks show!
Fireworks Tall Ship Sail in San Pedro
JULY 4: Join Los Angeles Maritime Institute for a night of family fun and celebration on the water while you observe the firework displays from San Pedro Bay.
The Wizard of Oz in Long Beach
JULY 7-23: Follow the yellow brick road all the way to the Emerald City in this delightful stage adaptation of The Wizard of Oz.
Sweet Street Dessert Festival in Anaheim
JULY 8: Indulge in ice cream, chow down on delicious toffee, hand-crafted cookies, and more from 25+ vendors.
Family Festival: Medieval Play at the Getty Center
JULY 9: Join the Getty Museum for a fun-filled festival inspired by medieval play and pastimes. Create your own tunic, learn dancing, meet a medieval-breed pony, play games, storm the castle with foam swords and shields, and more.
Family-Friendly Happy Hour at Birch Aquarium
MTW, JULY 10 - AUGUST 30: Enjoy delicious drinks (and kid-friendly beverages), breathtaking views, music, games, and more. On Wednesdays, hear from Scripps scientists and learn about the details of their research.
Jurassic World Live Tour in Anaheim
JULY 14-16: Jurassic World comes to life in an action-packed, live arena show! Experience some of Jurassic World’s most iconic dinosaurs including Blue the Raptor, Stegosaurus, Triceratops and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex!
Madagascar: Family Film Screening at Bowers Museum
JULY 15: Enjoy a film screening of Madagascar and access to featured exhibition Ubuhle Women: Beadwork and the Art of Independence.
Family Workshop: Medieval Board Games at the Getty Center
JULY 16, 30, and AUGUST 6: Create your own game board, learn how to play Fox and Geese, a popular pastime of the Middle Ages, and enjoy an afternoon of fun in this free, family workshop.
Jurassic World Live Tour in Los Angeles
JULY 21-23: Jurassic World comes to life in an action-packed, live arena show! Experience some of Jurassic World’s most iconic dinosaurs including Blue the Raptor, Stegosaurus, Triceratops and the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex!
Cardboard City in Los Angeles
JULY 21 - SEPTEMBER 3: Experience the hands-on fun of transforming simple cardboard into cool creations. View inspirational cardboard art from LA artists.
Family Fun: Freeform at Orange County Museum of Art
JULY 22: Experiment with shapes, colors, and self-expression to create your own unique artwork at this drop-in program designed for kids ages 3 and up. Enjoy live music and explore the galleries.
Summer Nights at the Tar Pits
JULY 28 & AUGUST 4: Summer Nights at the Tar Pits includes free museum admission (5-8pm), DJ entertainment, food trucks, special appearances, pop-up presentations, and excavator tour.
Summer Hoedown in Mission Viejo
JULY 28: Grab your cowboy hats and boots and enjoy an array of country fun and activities for all ages. Line dancing, petting zoo, mechanical bull, axe throwing, inflatable rock wall, face painting, food and live music.
Los Angeles Rams Training Camp in Irvine
JULY 29 & 31, AUGUST 1, 3, 5, 6, 8: Los Angeles Rams Training Camp is returning to UC Irvine with 7 practices that are free and open to the general public. Fans can enjoy the Fan Zone featuring Rams merchandise, vendor booths, music and more.
Calm Morning: Finding Nemo Music Workshop at Academy Museum
JULY 29: Join the Academy Museum for a sensory-friendly gallery exploration and a family workshop inspired by the movie Finding Nemo.
Game Night at Laguna Art Museum
JULY 29: Join Laguna Art Museum for a fun-filled evening with games, music, and refreshments. From classic board games to oversized games, this event has something for the whole family.
National Night Out in Fullerton
AUGUST 1: Join Fullerton Police Department for hot dogs, K9 Unit, SWAT, emergency vehicles, music and more.
National Night Out in Pomona
AUGUST 1: Join the Pomona Police Department for National Night Out with food, games, music, and wholesome family fun.
National Night Out in Orange
AUGUST 1: Join the City of Orange for National Night Out where you can meet the police officers of the Orange Police Department, see a K-9 demonstration, meet McGruff, participate in a free raffle, and enjoy many other fun activities.
National Night Out in Yorba Linda
AUGUST 2: Join Yorba Linda Police Services and see displays from specialty units, K9 demonstration, community resources, and more.
Garden Concerts For Kids at the Getty Center in Los Angeles
WEEKENDS, AUGUST 5-20: Enjoy a free outdoor music series for kids and their families featuring some of the best children's musical artists from across the nation.
Barbie Meet & Greet at The District at Tustin Legacy
AUGUST 5: Live DJ, free Barbie-inspired kids crafts, 25+ shopping booths, and themed scavenger hunt. Take photos with Barbie from 3-4pm.
Into the Woods at South Coast Repertory
AUGUST 5-13: Journey with the Summer Players into a fantastical world where traditional fairytales take on fractured new lives and teach important new lessons.
Family Fair at Petersen Automotive Museum
AUGUST 5: Join Petersen Automotive Museum for an end-of-summer extravaganza featuring food, music, and fun for the whole family. The Fair will take place out on the promenade so you can explore the museum beforehand.
The Little Mermaid presented by Marina Youth Theatre in Huntington Beach
AUGUST 10-13: Marina Youth Theatre presents The Little Mermaid at Huntington Beach High School. Watch this beloved Disney classic performed by a talented young cast.
OnlyFrenchies Festival in Long Beach
AUGUST 12: The festival welcomes all breeds and features carnival games, rides, K9 demos, petting zoo, pony rides, food vendors, and live concert.
After-Hours Film Screening & Gallery Access at Bowers Museum
AUGUST 12: Stay up late with Bowers to watch a film screening of Kung Fu Panda, then explore the exhibition Ancient Arts of China: a 5000 Year Legacy. Talk to docents and participate in a special art project the whole family will enjoy.
Exhibition: Pokémon x Kogei | Playful Encounters of Pokémon and Japanese Craft
JULY 25 - JANUARY 7: Pokémon x Kogei presents the historic collaboration between Pokémon and some of Japan's most talented artists.
Under the Sea Night Market at The District at Tustin Legacy
AUGUST 17: Grab your family and friends and head to the The District at Tustin Legacy for an under-the-sea themed nights of fun. Enjoy live music, free kids crafts, 30+ artist shops, and take photos with mermaids.
The Addams Family presented by Orange County Children’s Theatre
AUGUST 18-20 & 25-27: Enjoy Orange County Children's Theatre's production of The Addams Family at the Huntington Beach Historic Theater.
Beach Bonanza Silent Disco at Segerstrom Center
AUGUST 18: Grab a pair of light-up headphones, get on the dance floor, then boogie all night. Plus, complimentary beachy photo op, glow in the dark party favors, outdoor games, and treats.
SummerFest at SteelCraft Bellflower
AUGUST 19: Enjoy a petting zoo, Farmer Mickey & Minnie, face painting, live music, photo booth, food specials and more.
Canceled Angels Family Sunday
AUGUST 20: Enjoy fun games and activities, then after the game, kids (ages 3-13) are invited to stay for Kids Run the Bases.
Bugs in the City at Pretend City
AUGUST 20: Visit Pretend City for a "touch table" event featuring Doodlebugs Animal Adventures. Meet a real tarantula, vinegaroon, frog, cockroaches and more.
Israel @ 75 Festival in Long Beach
AUGUST 20: Explore, taste, and discover Israel's different regions and collect stamps in your passport. Enjoy crafts, bouncers, face painting, pool games, live music, food trucks, Israeli dance, and more.
Animal Expert at 2ND & PCH in Long Beach
AUGUST 24: Corbin Maxey, Animal Expert is coming to 2ND & PCH for an interactive reptile show. Animal ambassadors include green iguana, tortoises, skinks, snakes, and more.
Breakfast with Bluey & Friends in Long Beach
AUGUST 26: Enjoy a breakfast experience with Bluey and friends featuring a breakfast buffet, interactive experience with characters at your table, character dance performances, fun photo ops and activities.
Anaheim Central Library’s 60th Anniversary Celebration
AUGUST 27: Self-portrait collage craft corner, trivia contest, scavenger hunt and prizes, story time with special guests (Sesame Street characters, Elmo and Cookie Monster!).
Disney 100 Special Engagements at Harkins Theatre
Celebrate The Walt Disney Company’s 100th anniversary with a special engagement of classic Disney and Pixar films. Get tickets to see these films back on the big screen for only $7 each! Sep 1: The Incredibles • Sep 15: Coco • Sep 29: The Lion King • Oct 13: Moana
Pretend City’s Wild Birthday Party
AUGUST 29: Get ready to go wild at Pretend City's Wild Birthday Bash! Explore special art techniques, Birthdays Around the World story time, and check out an educational reptile show.
Community Hero Day at Discovery Cube OC
SEPTEMBER 2: The Santa Ana Police Department will be onsite with their K-9 officer, police dog, and police car. There will also be information on pedestrian and bicycle safety and traffic safety awareness.
Free Family Movie Nights at Redondo Beach Pier
SEPTEMBER 7-28: Enjoy free family movie nights on the pier. Sep 7 - Minions: The Rise of Gru • Sep 14 - Puss in Boots: The Last Wish • Sep 21 - Top Gun: Maverick • Sep 28 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
LA County Library Fest
SELECT DATES, SEPTEMBER 9 - OCTOBER 21: Library Fest events are going on at 10 library locations throughout September and October. Design your own tote bag, create a video in the 360 photo booth, participate in interactive programs, enjoy face painting and magic performances, learn from STEAM activities, and more.
Train Festival at Union Station Los Angeles
SEPTEMBER 9-10: Celebrate the past, present, and future of train travel with activations and programs including railroad equipment tours and displays, model train displays, tours, information booths, giveaways, food and beverage carts, live music, and more.
READY Long Beach – Emergency Preparedness Expo
SEPTEMBER 9: READY Long Beach is a family-friendly event where you can check out emergency vehicles on display, learn life-saving tips, watch safety demos, and enjoy food, music, kids rides, prizes, and vendors.
Puptopia in Long Beach
SEPTEMBER 9: Puptopia experiences include shows on the Main Stage, PAWground photo ops, drinks and eats for dogs and humans, peticure and pawssage, agility course, on-stage education, vendors, and custom pup-centric activations.
Kidz Bop Never Stop Live Tour in Irvine
SEPTEMBER 10: Sing and dance along with the KIDZ BOP Kids as they perform today’s biggest hits, live on stage.
It’s Okay To Be Different at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
OCTOBER 14 & 15: It’s Okay to Be Different cleverly delivers the important messages of acceptance, understanding, and self-confidence. The Earth Book, is a sweet homage to our beautiful planet inspiring readers of all ages to do their part to keep Earth healthy. This is My Hair is an exploration of how silly hair can be and that no matter how your hair looks, to always feel good about yourself.
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