Fun Things To Do This Weekend in Southern California — July 10-12, 2026
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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 – July 10–12
FREE! Park to Park Street Festival
Citywide, Los Angeles
A car-free street festival along Wilshire featuring World Cup watch parties and family-friendly activities throughout the weekend.
FREE! Dana Point Shakespeare Festival
Sea Terrace Community Park, Dana Point
An outdoor performance of The Comedy of Errors with live music and picnic vibes under the open sky.
BBQ Music Fest
Mission Viejo
A three-day BBQ festival with live music, carnival rides, and pitmaster competitions (kids 12 & under free).
South Bay Greek Festival
Redondo Beach
A lively cultural celebration with Greek food, live music, traditional dancing, and hands-on fun for all ages.
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey
Honda Center, Anaheim
The Greatest Show On Earth returns with spectacular circus acts and family entertainment running through July 19.
Lotus Festival: Lights of Dreams
Echo Park Lake, Los Angeles
A stunning lantern launch experience illuminating Echo Park Lake across two magical evenings.
SpongeBob Takeover
The New Children’s Museum, San Diego
A SpongeBob-themed museum takeover with slime, art, and interactive play running through July 20 (included with admission).
Friday – July 10
FREE! Astronomy Night at Columbia Memorial Space Center
Columbia Memorial Space Center, Downey
A monthly stargazing event featuring expert astronomy talks and telescope viewings for all skill levels.
FREE! Friday Fun
Madrona Marsh Nature Center, Torrance
A recurring weekly program for preschoolers featuring story time, crafts, science activities, and guided nature exploration every Friday.
FREE! Golden Hour
Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica
A World Cup season activation along the Third Street Promenade with local vendors, interactive fan experiences, distributed live music, and enhanced outdoor dining.
Saturday – July 11
FREE! Central Library Centennial Festival
Los Angeles Central Library
A full day of performances, crafts, and family activities celebrating 100 years of LA’s beloved Central Library.
FREE! Long Beach Bluegrass Festival
The Shell, Long Beach
Live bluegrass performances, hands-on instrument fun in the Jamming Forest, and all-day music activities for the whole family.
FREE! Casa México: Mariachi Family Festival
LA Plaza de Cultura y Artes, Los Angeles
Mariachi music, live cultural performances, and family-friendly art activities come together for a vibrant celebration.
FREE! Toy Story Music Round-Up
Pretend City Children’s Museum, Irvine
A Toy Story-themed music event with dancing and activities designed for little ones (included with museum admission).
FREE! Summer Block Party
SteelCraft, Bellflower
A fun-filled block party with a live magician, hair tinsel, music, and dancing for the whole family.
FREE! Encanto in Concert Live to Film
Burton Chace Park, Marina del Rey
Watch Disney’s Encanto accompanied by a live orchestra in a beautiful waterfront setting.
Sensory Friendly Saturdays
GRAMMY Museum, Los Angeles
Explore the GRAMMY Museum on the 2nd Saturday of each month in a calmer, sensory-friendly environment with softer lighting and reduced noise levels.
Drum Corps at the Rose Bowl
Rose Bowl, Pasadena
Top DCI corps including Blue Devils and Boston Crusaders take the field for a full evening of breathtaking music and marching.
LA Pet Fair
Pomona Fairplex
Explore six acres of pets, plants, birds, reptiles, succulents, vendors, and family workshops at this beloved annual fair.
Americana Car Show: A Celebration of Revolutionary Machines
International Printing Museum, Carson
Vintage cars and historic printing presses in action come together for a one-of-a-kind museum event.
Los Angeles French Fry Festival
Autry Museum, Los Angeles
A full-on French fry festival with food trucks, creative tastings, and games for fry fanatics of all ages.
Fiesta del Rancho Summer Festival
Rancho Los Cerritos, Long Beach
A cultural summer festival featuring performances, hands-on workshops, and family fun at this historic Long Beach landmark.
Wienerschnitzel Wiener Nationals
Los Alamitos Race Course
Watch 100 dachshunds race down the track in this hilarious charity event, with a free race-day program for all fans.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa
The Tony Award-winning Broadway spectacular follows Harry Potter and his son on a time-bending new adventure, filled with astonishing theatrical magic. Tickets from $44.
Sunday – July 12
FREE! America 250 Automotive Parade
Los Angeles to Santa Monica
A historic car parade rolling from the Petersen Automotive Museum to Santa Monica Pier, culminating in a final showcase.
FREE! Puppets in the Park
Hollyhock House, Los Angeles
A magical morning of Bob Baker puppet shows and art activities for kids in a beautiful outdoor setting.
FREE! Red, White, and Blues American Festival
Bowers Museum, Santa Ana
A family festival with live music, dancing, and apple pie samples celebrating American culture and community.
FREE! Globally Inspired Arts & Performance Festival
Beverly Hills
A vibrant global arts festival with live music, dance, and cultural performances representing communities from around the world.
$5 Play Day
The Children’s Museum at La Habra
Full access to all exhibits for just $5, including the carousel, Dino Garden, and a ride aboard the historic train car.
Family Science Sunday
Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles, San Pedro
Hands-on marine science workshops let kids explore rescue techniques, ocean animals, dissections, and climate science every Sunday at MMCC.
Kids Run the Bases
Dodger Stadium, Los Angeles
Children ages 5–14 get the chance to run the bases after most Sunday afternoon games, on select Sundays through September 20.
Antique Aircraft Display Days
Fullerton Airport
Classic aircraft owners display their vintage planes on the 2nd Sunday of each month, and visitors are welcome to come view the collection.
Ongoing Events
July 12–18: Shark Week
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium, San Pedro
Hands-on activities, fascinating facts, and daily ocean learning all about sharks and their role in the ecosystem, running daily in the Exploration Center.
June 12–July 15: FREE! Soccer Sand Sculptures
Marina Beach (Mother’s Beach), Marina del Rey
Giant soccer sand sculptures and new designs appear on each SoFi Stadium match day at the marina.
June 11–July 18: FREE! Kick It in the Library Soccer 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.
June 11–July 19: FREE! San Diego FC Soccer Celebration
Mission Beach, San Diego
Join 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.
June 11–July 19: FREE! 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 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.
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–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: FREE! 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
See Carney’s iconic train transformed with a Minions-themed movie installation on Sunset.
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 24–September 6: FREE! Free Shakespeare Festival
Griffith Park, Los Angeles
Enjoy Shakespeare performances under the stars in Griffith Park all summer long.
June 5–July 31: FREE! The World’s Biggest Soccer Ball
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.
June 26–August 21: Sunset Music Series
Kidspace Children’s Museum, Pasadena
Enjoy live music, dancing, and art activities at this family-friendly summer concert series.
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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