Fun Things To Do This Weekend in Southern California — June 19-21, 2026
Photo by The Venice Fest
Got weekend plans? We do! Whether you’re looking for a family adventure, a budget-friendly outing, or just something fun to do, we’ve rounded up the best events happening this weekend. Check out what’s going on!
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Happening All Weekend – June 19–21
FREE! World Play Zone
Downtown Santa Monica Metro E Line Station, Santa Monica
Join active drills, pick-up games, and hands-on soccer activities at this outdoor community activation. A dedicated youth area offers safe, interactive play for younger fans, while adults can join skill sessions and pick-up games with coaches.
FREE! Nike Soccer at The Grove
The Grove LA, Los Angeles
Experience a soccer installation featuring 1v1 gameplay, a match viewing area with DJs and special appearances, and limited-edition jersey and footwear customization.
FREE! Kick It in the Library Soccer Celebration Watch Parties
Los Angeles Central Library, Los Angeles
Watch FIFA World Cup 26 matches on a large high-definition screen in Central Library’s Taper Auditorium, set up with professional audio for a stadium-like atmosphere. Free to attend with RSVP tickets.
FREE! Fountain Valley Summerfest & Fireworks Show
Fountain Valley Recreation Center & Sports Park, Fountain Valley
Enjoy four days of rides, live music, local performers, food, shopping, and a free Saturday night fireworks show. ($5 admission)
LACMA Grand Opening Weekend | David Geffen Galleries
Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), Los Angeles
Celebrate LACMA’s new galleries with a block party, talks, and special opening events.
Friday – June 19
FREE! Juneteenth Korean Friendship Bell Ringing
Korean Friendship Bell, San Pedro
Hear the Korean Friendship Bell ring for freedom with live music and a community celebration.
FREE! Wild Tales at Upper Newport Bay
Newport Beach
Every Friday, enjoy an outdoor story time in the newly-renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in the classroom.
FREE! Friday Fun
Madrona Marsh Preserve, Torrance
Every Friday, explore nature with story time, crafts, science, and guided activities designed for preschoolers.
FREE! Food Distribution (Food Giveaway)
Adventures to Dreams, Long Beach
Pick up fresh produce and essential food items at this community food giveaway, open to all families while supplies last.
FREE! Scavenger Hunt: Juneteenth
California African American Museum, Los Angeles
Solve clues through the galleries at this Juneteenth-themed museum scavenger hunt.
FREE! Disney on the Yard: Yardfest
Downtown Disney District, Anaheim
See Drum Major Mickey, live drumlines, and family games at this high-energy Downtown Disney event.
FREE! Taste of Japan Festival
Anaheim GardenWalk, Anaheim
Enjoy Japanese culinary creations, pop culture, a Kimono Contest, live taiko drumming, activities, shopping, and family fun.
Juneteenth Celebration at the Aquarium of the Pacific
Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach
Learn about the history and significance of Juneteenth through music, storytelling, and more. Included with general admission.
Toy Story 5 Fan Event Screening
El Capitan Theatre, Hollywood
See Toy Story characters live on stage and enjoy a special fan screening with themed perks.
Saturday – June 20
FREE! Southeast LA Open Streets
Southeast LA
Walk or bike three miles of car-free streets with music, food, and family activities.
FREE! Summer Reading Kickoff Carnival
Huntington Beach Central Library, Huntington Beach
Kick off summer reading with a fun outdoor carnival featuring games, face painting, crafts, food, and a show at the library.
FREE! STEM Career Fair
Columbia Memorial Space Center, Downey
Meet companies like SpaceX and explore STEM careers at this free fair.
FREE! Kids Market
Long Beach Exchange (LBX), Long Beach
Shop unique kid-made goods at an open-air market run by young entrepreneurs. Browse handmade creations, try craft stations, and take part in summer activities.
FREE! The Venice Fest
Venice Blvd., Los Angeles
Celebrate summer’s arrival with a family-friendly block party featuring live music, yoga, artisan vendors, a soccer viewing party, and more.
FREE! Juneteenth Celebration at Virginia Avenue Park
Virginia Avenue Park, Santa Monica
Enjoy live music, food, and a drum workshop at this Juneteenth celebration in Santa Monica.
FREE! Discovery Zone
Madrona Marsh Preserve, Torrance
Explore a hands-on space where kids can touch feathers, match animal tracks, build food webs, and learn how wetlands support plants, animals, and people.
FREE! Juneteenth Celebration at Veterans Memorial Park
Veterans Memorial Park – Culver City, Culver City
Enjoy live music, the Black National Anthem, and family activities at this Juneteenth celebration.
FREE! Cowboys & Space Rangers Costume Contest & Meet & Greet
MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana
Kids can dress up, walk the runway, and meet a cowboy and space ranger at this Toy Story-themed event.
FREE! Summer Block Party
SteelCraft – Long Beach, Long Beach
See a magician, get hair tinsel, and enjoy music and dancing at this summer block party.
FREE! Juneteenth Zine Workshop at California African American Museum
California African American Museum, Los Angeles
Join CAAM for a zine-making workshop celebrating the freedom of Juneteenth.
FREE! Juneteenth Heritage Celebration
Ovation Hollywood, Hollywood
Enjoy live music, a marketplace, and an outdoor movie at this Juneteenth celebration in Hollywood.
FREE! The Art Parade
Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), Los Angeles
Watch giant sculptures, costumes, and performances take over Wilshire Blvd in this art parade.
FREE! Family Field Day: Come Play Multiform
The Broad Museum, Los Angeles
Watch luchadores perform stunts and cheer on players in Multiform, a participatory sport with shifting rules. KCRW DJs spin all day alongside live comedic commentary, guided warm-ups, refreshments, a pop-up shop, and giveaways.
Gone Fishing for Kids
Bass Pro Shops, Various Locations
Reel in a whopper at Bass Pro Shops’ catch-and-release ponds or cast your line in a casting challenge game. Activities vary by location.
Puppets and Pride
Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, Los Angeles
Enjoy a Bob Baker’s musical marionette show celebrating Pride with puppets, music, and photo opportunities.
Summer Concert: Hollywood Film Scores
Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden, Arcadia
Picnic on the lawn and hear live music from iconic movie soundtracks under the stars.
Walk the Farm
Tanaka Farms, Irvine
Walk a working farm, sample fresh produce, and harvest your own fruits and vegetables at this hands-on community event.
Beyond Blindness Family Fair
Beyond Blindness, Santa Ana
A fun Family Fair packed with carnival games, inflatables, train rides, face painting, live entertainment, and food.
Sunday – June 21
FREE! Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance
Beverly Hills
Spend Father’s Day surrounded by rare, exotic, and vintage cars on one of the most iconic streets in the world. This year’s celebration honors America’s 250th anniversary and highlights the legacy of Route 66 and its influence on car culture.
FREE! World Cup Watch Party and Cultural Celebration
Bowers Museum, Santa Ana
Celebrate with live music, dance performances, art activities, and a World Cup watch party. Kids can make a Father’s Day card, enter a drawing competition, or try henna art while the whole family cheers on Belgium vs. Iran on the big screen.
FREE! Open Sunday at Walt Disney’s Carolwood Barn
Griffith Park, Los Angeles
See a fan-built Pizza Planet truck and explore Walt’s Barn in Griffith Park.
Gone Fishing for Kids
Bass Pro Shops, Various Locations
Reel in a whopper at Bass Pro Shops’ catch-and-release ponds or cast your line in a casting challenge game. Activities vary by location.
International Festival
Bowers Museum, Santa Ana
Experience music, dance, and hands-on activities celebrating cultures from around the world. Included with general admission.
Father’s Day Steel Beach BBQ
Battleship USS Iowa, San Pedro
Celebrate Father’s Day with a BBQ, battleship tour, and live music on the waterfront.
Lil’ Chef Father’s Day Workshop
Lil’ Chef School, Irvine
Celebrate Father’s Day at Lil’ Chef School by cooking alongside Dad for a fun-filled, hands-on experience.
Kids Run the Bases
Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles
Kids ages 5–14 get the chance to run the bases after most Sunday afternoon games.
Ongoing Events
April 3 – June 30: Grunion Runs
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
Watch grunion come ashore during a staff-led beach observation; each evening includes aquarium entry, a short film, a hatching experience, and a beach-side grunion watch.
June 11–26: FREE! U.S. Soccer House
57 Windward Ave., Venice
Watch games, meet players, and enjoy interactive soccer experiences at this Venice fan hub during the World Cup.
June 11–27: FREE! LA Galaxy Soccer Celebration
Pine Avenue, Long Beach
Watch soccer on big screens, join clinics, and explore fan zones across Downtown Long Beach.
June 2–14: The Sound of Music
Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa
Watch a live production of The Sound of Music featuring iconic songs and a timeless story.
June 5–28: Anastasia: The Musical
La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, La Mirada
Watch a live production of Anastasia featuring iconic songs, storytelling, and theatrical performances on stage.
May 8–June 28: The Little Mermaid
The Nocturne Theater, Glendale
Watch The Little Mermaid live with immersive staging, costumes, and a family-friendly story.
Now–July 1: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Cosm Los Angeles, Inglewood
Step into an immersive Harry Potter experience where the film expands beyond the screen with interactive environments, hidden surprises, and themed food add-ons.
June 12–July 15: FREE! Soccer Sand Sculptures
Marina Beach, Marina del Rey
Giant soccer sand sculptures and new designs appear on each SoFi Stadium match day at the marina.
June–July: FREE! World Cup: Kick It In the Park
Los Angeles County
Watch World Cup games on giant screens, try soccer skill stations, and explore family fun zones at parks across LA.
June–July: World Cup Watch Parties
Getty Center, Los Angeles
Watch World Cup matches with skyline views, gardens, and extended evening hours at The Getty.
Now–July: FREE! Minions Takeover at Carney’s Restaurant
Carney’s Restaurant – West Hollywood, West Hollywood
See Carney’s iconic train transformed with a Minions-themed movie installation on Sunset.
May 18 – July 19: FREE! CAMP CUP
CAMP Los Angeles, Los Angeles
Play games, earn punches, and unlock prizes at a summer-long soccer-inspired celebration. Collect punches to earn mini toys, full-size toys, collectible stickers, and a free Magic Door ticket.
June 11 – July 19: FREE! San Diego FC Soccer Celebration
A 39-day soccer celebration featuring SDFC player appearances, live music, cultural performances, interactive fan experiences, and exclusive merchandise drops. Free to attend with RSVP; Fast Pass upgrades available for guaranteed viewing party entry.
June 11 – July 19: FIFA World Cup 2026 Experience at LEGOLAND California
LEGOLAND California Resort, Carlsbad
Celebrate the FIFA World Cup with interactive soccer games and LEGO brick builds inspired by soccer heroes. Design a custom jersey, meet LEGO soccer icons, and take a photo with the LEGO FIFA World Cup Trophy.
June 11 – July 19: Kick-Off at NHM: Soccer Connections
Natural History Museum, Los Angeles
Explore connections between soccer and natural history through a self-guided scavenger hunt, in-gallery highlights, and pop-up educator carts with touchable specimens. Included with general admission.
June 15 – July 31: FREE! Summer of Soccer at LA County Library
LA County Library
Celebrate the 2026 World Cup with watch parties, crafts, workshops, movie nights, and curated reading resources at LA County Library branches all summer long.
June 5 – July 31: FREE! The World’s Biggest Soccer Ball at Citadel Outlets
Citadel Outlets, Los Angeles
Walk through a 20-foot interactive soccer ball installation and snap photos at Citadel Outlets. On select dates, watch live professional soccer freestyle performances and interact with performers.
June 13–August 9: Mega Movie Summer
Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal City
Meet movie characters, see a Fast & Furious show, and explore themed experiences across the park.
June 19 – August 9: FREE! Night Market at Asian Garden Mall
Asian Garden Mall, Westminster
Enjoy summer weekends with Vietnamese street food, shopping, and live music at the outdoor Asian Garden Night Market.
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