Kidsguide

June Pretend City Events
2025-06-01 - 2025-06-30 | Pretend City Children’s Museum, 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA, 92618
June 1-30, 2025
6/1, Sunday – Rainbow Families Month Celebration
6/3, Tuesday – Baby Steps
6/3, Tuesday – Breastfeeding Basics
6/3, Tuesday – No Member’s Hour
6/6, Friday – Little Hands, Big Impact with Second Harvest
6/7, Saturday – African American Music Month Celebration
6/8, Sunday – Baby Steps
6/10, Tuesday – Neurodivergent Family Night
6/12, Thursday – Cooking in the City
6/13, Friday – Way to Play Day
6/14, Saturday – Celebrating Father’s Day
6/17, Tuesday – Immuno-Safe Mornings
6/17, Tuesday – Breastfeeding Basics
6/18, Wednesday – African Drumming with Rhythm Child
6/19, Thursday – Juneteenth
6/20, Friday – Summer Solstice
6/21, Saturday – Annual Solar Derby
6/25, Wednesday – Firework Safety with UCI Health Regional Burn Center
6/26, Thursday – Neurodivergent Family Night

California808 Music Festival
2025-06-01 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ken Miller Building, 3031 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA, 90503
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Celebrate the sounds and spirit of the islands at the California 808 Music Festival, a community gathering featuring rock, pop, jazz, reggae, gospel, Hawaiian music, and more—all performed by artists with ties to the 808.
Held at the Torrance Cultural Arts Center, the festival supports the Sandwich Islands Social Network, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the California Wildfire Relief Fund. Families can enjoy a festival drawing with prizes, caricature art for kids, and an Island Bazarre offering island-style fashion, crafts, and food. Pre-order a teriyaki bento from Lopaka’s or grab musubi and tropical shave ice on-site.

Hollywood Bowl Day at Smorgasburg in DTLA
2025-06-01 10:00 - 16:00 | ROW DTLA, 777 S. Alameda St., Los Angeles, CA, 90021
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Hollywood Bowl Day returns to Smorgasburg LA in partnership with the LA Philharmonic to celebrate the launch of the 2025 Hollywood Bowl summer season. Guests can expect themed vendor specials inspired by some of this year’s featured artist.
The open-air market runs from 10am–4pm and features Smorgasburg’s usual lineup of local food vendors, drinks, and small businesses, all set at ROW DTLA.

Balboa Island Parade
2025-06-01 11:00 | Balboa Island, 1306 S Bayfront, Newport Beach, CA, 92662-1232
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Celebrate community spirit and hometown heroes at the 30th Annual Balboa Island Parade. This year’s theme, “A Tribute to Our First Responders,” honors the police, firefighters, paramedics, harbor patrol, and lifeguards who’ve kept the island safe for the past 30 years.
The festivities also mark the 30th anniversary of Fire Station #4. Locals and visitors alike are invited to dress in red, white, and blue, grab beach chairs, and line the streets for this beloved neighborhood tradition.

Free Family Concert at Soka Performing Arts Center
2025-06-01 11:00 | Soka Performing Arts Center, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA, 92656
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Families are invited to enjoy a free 45-minute concert at Soka Performing Arts Center featuring the Klezmer/Rock fusion band, Mostly Kosher. Presented as part of the Philharmonic Society’s Violins of Hope, this high-energy, interactive performance is perfect for kids ages 5-12.
The concert blends traditional Jewish folk music with a modern twist, inviting families to clap, dance, and explore stories of resilience and hope through music.
Arrive early for pre-concert fun, including an interactive instrument experience, arts and crafts, and more.

Hug & Groom Horses with Free Rein Foundation
2025-06-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center, 18381 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach, CA, 92648
FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH
Come learn, hug and groom rescue and therapy horses at Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center. There are normally 4-8 horses that participate in the event. You may meet playful mustangs, a feisty thoroughbred, or a big white mule.
All proceeds go to care and feeding of rescued horses.
Tickets are $25 each, children 2 and under are free. Water and snacks included.

Reggae Family Festival at Bowers Museum
2025-06-01 11:00 - 15:00 | Bowers Museum, 2002 N. Main St., Santa Ana, CA, 92706, United States
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Celebrate Caribbean culture with a day of free family fun at Bowers Museum’s monthly family festival. The courtyard comes alive with music, dance, and hands-on activities for all ages.

Live reggae, soca & Caribbean rhythms by Upstream
Dance performance by Caribbean Joy (limbo, fire eating, walking on glass)
Free art activities: watercolor seascapes & tie-dye kerchiefs
Face painting for kids
Caribbean-style frozen fruit bars
Free admission to courtyard festivities (museum admission not included)

California Turkish Festival in Long Beach
2025-06-01 11:00 - 17:00 | Shoreline Aquatic Park, 200 Aquarium Way, Long Beach, CA, 90802, United States
Sunday, June 1, 2025
Celebrate the culture and heritage of Türkiye with a day of traditional food, music, and dance at ShoreLine Aquatic Park.
Try Turkish coffee made the old-fashioned way, enjoy savory kebabs and sweet pastries, and watch folk dance performances that share stories through movement.
This free festival offers a chance to experience authentic traditions and connect with the local Turkish community.

Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off in Tustin
2025-06-01 11:00 - 18:00 | Old Town Tustin, 245 El Camino Real, Tustin, CA, 92780
Sunday, June 1, 2025
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.
Event is free.

Celebration of Life Luau at Torrance Memorial Hunt Cancer Center
2025-06-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Torrance Memorial Hunt Cancer Center, 3285 Skypark Dr., Torrance, CA, 90505
Sunday, June 1, 2025

Bike Pump Track at Great Park in Irvine
2025-06-02 - 2025-06-15 | Great Park – City of Irvine, 8000 Great Park Blvd., Irvine, CA, 92618
June 2-15, 2025
The temporary track features smooth rollers and banked turns, perfect for bikes, scooters, skates, and skateboards of all skill levels.
On Saturday, June 7, don’t miss the free Pump Track Celebration with live music, ramp demos, crafts, face painting, games, and food for purchase.

Toddlers & Tunes at Irvine Spectrum Center
2025-06-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Irvine Spectrum Center, 670 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine
Tuesdays, June 3, July 1, August 5, 2025
Toddlers and Tunes takes place on the Giant Wheel Lawn on select Tuesdays, near the ferris wheel from 10am to 12pm. Enjoy some fun in the sun with complimentary Carousel*, games, interactive DJ, and more.
*These events are free and open to the public. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Event is subject to change without notice.

PCH Explorer Kids Club at 2ND & PCH in Long Beach
2025-06-03 10:00 - 12:00 | 2nd & PCH, 6400 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, 90803
Select Dates, June 3 – December 23, 2025
Families are invited to join the fun at PCH Explorer Kids Club—an ongoing series of free outdoor events designed just for kids. Each themed event features hands-on activities, crafts, performances, and special surprises to keep little ones engaged and entertained.
Events are typically held on the first Tuesday of the month, with extra dates added during summer. Activities are outdoors and weather permitting.

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 – Pre- Summer Father’s Day Edition “Superhero Training”
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 – Magic by Joe Selph
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 – Red, White, and Blue Bash!
Tuesday, July 15, 2025 – Dino Discovery Day
Tuesday, July 29, 2025 – Summer Luau
Tuesday, August 5, 2025 – Radical Reptiles Animal Safari
Tuesday, August 19, 2025 – Nike Fitness Kids club
Wednesday, August 20, 2025 – Under the Sea Adventure ft. The Aquarium of the Pacific Mobile Truck
Tuesday, September 2, 2025 – Post Summer Edition
Tuesday, October 7, 2025 – Fall Edition
Tuesday, November 25, 2025 – Holiday Edition
Tuesday, December 23, 2025 – Holiday Edition

Events are free, rsvp online.

Tuesday Night Dance: Soulful Grooves at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
2025-06-03 18:30 | Segerstrom Center for the Arts, 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
Tuesdays, June 1-30, 2025
Celebrate Black Music Month with free Tuesday Night Dance classes spotlighting styles rooted in Black dance traditions. Join Sakina Ibrahim, founder of Dance Arts Academy OC, for social dance, jazz, hip hop, and more – all levels and ages welcome. Adaptive movements will also be demonstrated by Studio D instructors.

Free with Plaza Pass
No experience required
Social dance, jazz, hip hop
Inclusive for all ages and abilities

Little Currents at Rivian South Coast Theater in Laguna Beach
2025-06-04 | Rivian South Coast Theater, 162 South Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, CA, 92651
First Wednesday, June – July, 2025
Introduce your littlest explorers to the wonders of the ocean (and beyond!) at this sensory-rich pop-up experience for toddlers ages 0–2. Hosted at the Rivian South Coast Theater in partnership with the Ocean Institute, each session includes sing-alongs, themed crafts, interactive story time, and play-based activities designed to nurture early development and curiosity.
June Theme – How Deep is the Sea?
Explore ocean layers, temperatures, and deep-sea creatures adapted to life without sunlight.
July Theme – Busy Bees
Discover the world of land insects like bees, butterflies, and worms—and how they relate to ocean crawlers.

Kid's Club at The Grove in LA
2025-06-05 10:00 - 12:00 | The Grove LA, 189 The Grove Drive, Los Angeles, 90036
Thursday, June 5-26, 2025
Kids, parents and caregivers are invited to experience a weekly dose of fun, featuring live music, storytelling, puppet shows and so much more!
6/5: What A Babe!
6/12: MiniBop Music
6/19: Jammin with Jared
6/26: The BeatBuds

Huntington Foodie Fest
2025-06-06 | Golden West College, 15744 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach
June 6, July 11, August 1, 2025
Enjoy a night out with food trucks, music, family fun, and a marketplace!
Admission free.

Overnight Family Camping at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area
2025-06-06 | Whittier Narrows Recreational Area, 750 S. Santa Anita Ave., South El Monte, CA, 91733
Friday, June 6, 2025
Friday, July 18, 2025
Friday, August 1, 2025
Los Angeles County Parks & Recreation invites families to enjoy camping locally at Whittier Narrows Recreation Area. This affordable outdoor “stay-cation” is perfect for families looking to experience the outdoors without the long drive.
Special activities include:

DJ
Nature center presentations
Free popcorn and snow cones
Free bait
Free raffle

The cost is $15 per person. Kids ages 13 and under are free! Participants are required to bring their own camping equipment, including food. Register online.

Addams Family at Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts
2025-06-06 - 2025-06-07 | Cerritos Center for the Performing Arts, 18000 Park Plaza Dr., Cerritos, CA, 90703
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
Friday show at 8 p.m.
Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m.
Reserve tickets here.

Wired for Wonder & The Chill Lab at Kidspace Children's Museum
2025-06-06 - 2025-06-07 | Kidspace Children’s Museum, 480 North Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena, CA, 91103
Fridays & Saturdays, June 6 – August 1, 2025
Art and science collide in Wired for Wonder, a multisensory maze for families of all ages. Come explore, touch, smell, taste, and lose yourself in more than 25 art and science exhibits.
Add even more flavor to your evening with The Chill Lab, where frozen treats meet science. Try black ice cream with secret flavors, savory shaved ice, and flash-frozen popcorn that makes you breathe vapor like a dragon.
Activities include:

Multisensory maze with 25+ exhibits
Interactive science and art stations
The Chill Lab frozen treat add-on
Nighttime access to museum and maze

Wired for Wonder admission is $15 and includes the maze and museum. Add The Chill Lab experience for $8. Open to all ages.

Shrek: The Musical at The Nocturne Theater in Glendale
2025-06-06 - 2025-06-20 | The Nocturne Theater, 324 N. Orange St., Glendale, CA, 91203
Select dates, June 6 – July 20, 2025
A family-friendly production follows Shrek, Donkey, and Princess Fiona on a hilarious and heartwarming journey filled with fairy tale misfits, catchy songs, and laugh-out-loud moments. With energetic performances and a story about acceptance and friendship, it’s an entertaining adventure for audiences of all ages.

Disney's Frozen: The Broadway Musical at La Mirada Theatre
2025-06-06 - 2025-06-29 | La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd., La Mirada, CA, 90638
June 6-29, 2025
Follow Anna’s epic journey to find her sister Elsa as Arendelle is trapped in eternal winter. With help from Kristoff, Sven, and Olaf, this stage adaptation brings the beloved story to life with breathtaking visuals, humor, and iconic songs–plus new music made just for the show. A heartfelt story of sisterhood, self-acceptance, and love.
Tickets start at $21.45

Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay in Newport Beach
2025-06-06 10:00 | Upper Newport Bay, 2301 University Dr., Newport Beach, CA, 92660
Every Friday, January – August, 2026
Upper Newport Bay’s long running and popular story time is back! Wild tales is offered every Friday and include an outdoor story time in the newly-renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in the classroom. Each session will have a new story, hike theme, and craft project.
Activities are designed for ages 2-4 but all are welcome.

Frogtown Pride First Fridays in Los Angeles
2025-06-06 17:00 - 22:00 | Frogtown, Los Angeles, CA
Friday, June 6, 2025
A Car-free, low impact neighborhood celebration of our LGBTQ+ Community! 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.

Family Hike at Black Star Canyon | Irvine Ranch Open Space
2025-06-07 | Black Star Canyon Wilderness Park, 12247 Black Star Canyon Rd., Silverado, CA, 92676
Saturdays, March – April 2026
Enjoy a guided family hike through Black Star Canyon in the Irvine Ranch Open Space. This easy, slower-paced outing follows a mostly flat trail, crosses a dry creek bed, and offers opportunities to spot local wildlife such as red-tailed hawks and mule deer along the way.
The hike averages 3–4 miles round trip and includes a medium level of interpretation, making it ideal for families and participants who prefer a relaxed pace. Guests are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing, sturdy shoes, and bring water.

Is the event free?
Registration required. Please check with OC Parks for current information.
Where is the event located?
Family Hikes are located at different trails. See website for more information.

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Baby Shark at SeaWorld in San Diego
2025-06-07 | SeaWorld, 500 Sea World Drive, San Diego, CA, 92109, United States
Weekends, April 19 – June 22, 2025
Families can stop by for a mini live show, character meet and greets, and limited-time Baby Shark-themed snacks, drinks, and merchandise. The experience is included with park admission and takes place at various locations throughout the park.

Koroneburg Renaissance Festival in Eastvale
2025-06-07 | Riverview Recreation Park, 14600 Baron Drive, Corona, 92880
Weekends, May 24 – June 22, 2025
One of Southern California’s only permanently built Renaissance faires, the Koroneburg Renaissance Festival invites guests into a 1450-1600s German village with hands-on activities, theatrical adventures, and old-world charm.
Explore games, crafts, and demonstrations, and enjoy a wide variety of kid-friendly attractions like knight ceremonies, animal encounters, and magic bubble pirates. Adults and families alike can test their skills with crossbows and catapults, or take the Baron’s Tour through the faire’s historic lanes.

Puppets & Pride with Bob Baker Marionette at Academy Museum in LA
2025-06-07 | Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, 6067 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90036, United States
June 7 & 28, 2025
Enjoy a lively marionette show featuring musical numbers that celebrate love, queer history, and LGBTQ+ icons. Performed by the Bob Baker Marionette Theater, this performance blends music and puppetry in a joyful, family-friendly celebration of community and self-acceptance.
Cost: Free; no museum admission required.

California Watermelon Festival in LA
2025-06-07 - 2025-06-08 | Hansen Dam Soccer Complex, 11480 Foothill Blvd., Lake View Terrace, 91342
June 7-8, 2025
Watermelon lovers rejoice! See a giant big rig filled to the brim with farm fresh watermelons and get unlimited fresh chilled slices to all ticket holders. 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
2025-06-07 - 2025-06-08 | Autry Museum of the American West, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA, 90027
June 7-8, 2025
Celebrate Native American culture through art, music, and storytelling at this free weekend event in Griffith Park. Shop traditional and contemporary artwork directly from Native artists across the country, featuring jewelry, beadwork, pottery, and more.
Interactive experiences include printmaking, storytelling, and family-friendly cultural activities that highlight both tradition and innovation.

Art by Native artists nationwide
Hoop dancing & powwow performances
HOPI R2 Star Wars art experience
Indigenous printmaking & poetry
Future Generations Zone for kids

General admission ticket & reservation required.
