Welcome to the local's favorite Orange County events site for Families! Here is a huge list of Orange County Events happening THIS WEEKEND for June 13 - 15, 2025. Fun things to do in OC this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, and many are FREE!
Looking for FREE family activities, children's activities, community events, great food trucks, OC entertainment, live music performances or craft fairs? We've got the scoop! This list is organized by date. Double check event's website to confirm details before going. To submit your event, email jill@sandytoesandpopsicles.com.
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Things to Do in Orange County ALL Weekend
Here are some fun things happening multiple days during this weekend in Orange County.
- Orange County Summer Movies
Huge list of summer movies in Orange County listed by date and city. Includes movies at the park, movies at the beach, summer movie programs and more. - Orange County Concerts in the Park
Huge list of Orange County summer concert in the park listed by city. Includes concerts at the beach, shakesphere in the park, and more. - Orange County Storytimes
Huge list of every story time in Orange County listed by city. Includes storytimes for public libraries, local business, and community centers. - OC Public Library FREE Events
Here you will find all the family-friendly library events in your Orange County library. - Ghost Town Alive! at Knott's Berry Farm - Opening Weekend
Knott's Soak City
8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA
All Day
Ghost Town Alive! is back at Knott’s Berry Farm this summer, inviting guests to step into the town of Calico for a live-action Wild West adventure. From cowboys and bandits to hoedowns and heists, visitors become part of the story as honorary citizens with tasks and roles in the day’s unfolding events. - Cirque du Soleil ECHO
Under the Big Top, Laguna Hills Mall
24155 Laguna Hills Mall, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Until June 29th
Times Vary
Experience the magic of Cirque du Soleil ECHO, where poetry, stagecraft, daring acrobatics, and cutting-edge technology come together to explore the delicate balance between people, animals, and the world we all share. This 20th Big Top show offers bold new visuals, a unique aesthetic, and vibrant characters that bring a universe of color and wonder to life. Inspired by youth's optimism, inventive power, and the value of empathy, ECHO captivates with inspiring music, astounding lights and projections, and never-before-seen acrobatic feats. - From Dinosaurs to People at the Heritage Museum of Orange County
Heritage Museum of OrangeCounty
3101 W. Harvard Street, Santa Ana, CA
June 14 & 15, 2025
10am - 3pm
FREE EVENT
With roaming dinosaur characters, Jurassic Park Jeeps, fossils, paleontologists, archaeology, crafts, Blacksmith shop demos, immersive education stalls, food/dessert trucks, gold panning, tortoise racing and themed photo ops, as well as the many nonprofit booths that will be around the grounds, it’s one of our favorite and biggest events of the year and you don’t want to miss it!! An amazing list of vendors and exhibitors, with more being added daily, that are going to join us for this fun community event! - Knott's Soak City is Open for Summer!
Knott's Soak City
8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA
All Day
A 15-acre water adventure park immediately adjacent to Knott’s Berry Farm. Soak City boasts 23 speed, tube and body slides including Shore Break featuring 6 different waterslide experiences and a thrilling family raft ride, The Wedge, Tidal Wave Bay wavepool; a one‑third‑mile Sunset River; and the three‑story Beach House, featuring 200 water guns, nozzles, sprayers and other interactive surprises. - U-Pick Strawberries
Manassero Farms
33 Irvine Valley, Irvine, CA 92618
May 23 - 25, 2025
10am - 4pm
Reservations required. $12.50 per person (ages 2 and under free, no container). Includes field admission and a 1lb container for picking (lid must close). Extra containers available for purchase during booking. - Tube-a-Palooza at Pretend City
Pretend City
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA
May 23 - September 3, 2025
11am - 3pm
Take your family on an exciting adventure through a world of tubes—big, small, twisty, and tall! This hands-on, STEAM-powered experience is packed for kids to build, explore, and discover through play. Discover tubes of all shapes & sizes! Roll, race, build, and connect! Science, math, problem-solving & more! - The Wiz
Pretend City
311 South Euclid Street La Habra, CA 90631
June 6-22, 2025
Times Vary
A beloved Broadway gem, The Wiz infuses L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz with a dazzling mix of rock, gospel and soul music. This timeless tale of Dorothy’s adventures through the Land of Oz is a fun, family-friendly, modern musical! - Life of Pi on Broadway
Segerstrom Hall
600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
June 3 - 15, 2025
Times Vary
Based on the novel that sold more than 15 million copies and became a worldwide phenomenon, LIFE OF PI is an epic story of perseverance and hope that speaks to every generation and “gives new life to Broadway. - Weekend Walks at Oak Canyon Nature Center
Oak Canyon Nature Center
Anaheim Hills, CA 92807
June 7 & 8, 2025
10:30am
FREE EVENT
Come join us on Saturday or Sunday mornings for an hour-long, naturalist-led hike through Oak Canyon to learn about the Canyon's plants, animals, history, ecology, and more! Each week's hike is themed and ends at the Interpretive Center for a live animal demonstration. - Kids Play & Walk with Goats
Goods and Goat Market
29458 Trabuco Creek Rd, San Juan Capistrano, CA
Friday - Sunday | Times Vary
There are sessions for Playtime & Goat Walking! Cuddle, Brush, and Play with our special Yoga Goats. Look for chicken eggs and feed worms to the hens! We have new furry friends - Bunnies and Guinea Pigs. The zipline is a big hit! Play in the rocks with our antique Tonka Trucks. We have a Shooting Gallery with Nerf guns for kids to play with.
Things to Do in Orange County - Friday, June 13, 2025
- Morning Playdate with a Fun Character
Play & Parties
1901 N Tustin Street, Orange, CA
Friday, June 13, 2025
10:30am
Play & Parties Playdates include Live Storytimes, Singalongs, and a special guest! Have fun with other children while paying games, singing songs, and playing with our special guest. - Movie in the Park - Brea
Carbon Canyon Regional Park
4442 Carbon Canyon Road, Brea, CA 92823
Friday, June 13, 2025
6pm
FREE
Get ready for a memorable night of movies under the stars as you enjoy a mix of recent favorites and timeless classics, all free of charge with free parking. Bring your picnic essentials and arrive early at 6 p.m. for exciting pre-show entertainment leading up to the film showtime which starts around 8 p.m. after sunset. Treat yourself to delicious bites and beverages available for purchase from our selection of food trucks and concessions onsite. - Movie in the Park - Dana Point
Dana Crest Park
24451 Josiah Drive, Dana Point, California 92629
Friday, June 13, 2025
8 - 10pm
FREE
Join us for a FREE movie in the park. Bring your low-back lawn chair or blanket. Refreshments are available to purchase. - Movie in the Park - Newport Beach
Marina Park Community Center
1600 W. Balboa Blvd, Newport Beach, California 92663
Friday, June 13, 2025
7 - 9pm
FREE
Bring family, friends and neighbors out to Marina Park to enjoy some fresh air, free popcorn, free candy, free activities, and a live screening of "Moana 2". The event begins at 7:00 p.m. around dusk. Remember to bring a chair, blanket, or towel for comfortable sitting during the movie. - Movie in the Park - Santa Ana
El Salvador Park
1825 W. Civic Center Drive, Santa Ana, CA
Friday, June 13, 2025
6:30pm
FREE
Activities will begin at 6:30 p.m. and the movie will begin at dusk. Hungry? Feel free to bring your own picnic or grab delicious bites from rotating food vendors. Need Spanish audio? Headsets available with ID verification. Arrive early to grab a great spot and find parking. - Surf City Artisan Fair
Huntington Pier
325 Pacific Coast Highway Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Friday, June 13, 2025
10am - 5pm
FREE
Surf City Artisan Fair, located at the iconic Huntington Beach Pier, is a vibrant celebration of creativity, community, and coastal culture held on Fridays and select weekends. This event has become a staple for locals and visitors alike and is a platform to celebrate the remarkable talents of local and regional artisans. - Little Explorers: Cactus
Nix Nature Center
18751 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Friday, June 13, 2025
10am - 12pm
FREE
Join OC Park naturalists for story time and short hike with your little ones (ages 3-6) as we explore the wonderful world of cacti! We will be discovering what makes cactus such a unique plant! - Dusk Discovery: Bats in Clark Park
Clark Regional Park
8800 Rosecrans Ave., Buena Park, CA 90621
Friday, June 13, 2025
7:30 - 9pm
FREE
The program begins in the Interpretive Center classroom with an introduction to bats. We will then break into groups and walk around the park as the light fades to search for these nighttime flyers racing around catching their dinner. Bat detectors will help identify and hear their high frequency calls. Layers and sturdy footwear are recommended. The walk will be less than 1 mile. - Jr. Ranger Adventure: Riley Wilderness Park
Riley Wilderness Park
30952 Oso Parkway, Coto de Caza, CA 92679
Friday, June 13, 2025
3:30 - 5pm
FREE
The OC Parks Jr. Ranger Program encourages park guests to explore the outdoor world within OC Parks by developing a sense of belonging, becoming a part of nature and feeling empowered to be stewards of Orange County’s natural and cultural resources. - Jr. Ranger Adventure: Upper Newport Bay
Upper Newport Bay
2301 University Drive, Newport
Friday, June 13, 2025
3:30 - 5pm
FREE
The OC Parks Jr. Ranger Program encourages park guests to find their own paths within OC Parks by developing a sense of belonging, becoming a part of nature and feeling empowered to be stewards of Orange County’s natural and cultural resources. - Wild Tales
Upper Newport Bay
2301 University Drive, Newport
Friday, June 13, 2025
10:00 - 10:45am
FREE
Upper Newport Bay’s popular storytime is back! Wild tales will be offered every Friday and include an outdoor storytime in their amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in our classroom. Each session has a new story, hike theme, and craft project. - Main Street Classic Car Show
Historic Main Street, Garden Grove
Friday, June 13, 2025
4-8pm
FREE
The Main Street Classic Car Show is the longest-running car show in Orange County. With roughly 50 parking spaces, and the show running every Friday, you’re bound to catch a wide variety of rides on display.
Things to Do in Orange County - Saturday, June 14, 2025
- Father's Day at Pretend City
Pretend City
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA
Saturday, June 14, 2025
11am
Take your family on an exciting adventure through a world of tubes—big, small, twisty, and tall! This hands-on, STEAM-powered experience is packed for kids to build, explore, and discover through play. Discover tubes of all shapes & sizes! Roll, race, build, and connect! Science, math, problem-solving & more! - Bats: Heroes of the Night
Black Star Canyon
13333 Black Star Canyon Rd, Silverado, CA
Saturday, June 14, 2025
7- 9pm
FREE
As night falls at OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space, bats take flight across the evening sky. Join us for a short walk to a popular roosting spot and learn all about these fascinating nighttime creatures. Bat detectors will be available to hear their high-frequency calls. Dress warmly, bring a chair for a brief intro talk, and be ready to walk about half a mile. - Summer Citrus Festival at Key Ranch
George Key Ranch Historic Park
625 W. Bastanchury Road, Placentia, CA 92870
Saturday, June 14, 2025
10am & 12pm
FREE
Join OC Parks and the OC Historical Commission for the Summer Citrus Festival at George Key Ranch Historic Park in Placentia! Explore Orange County’s agricultural roots with live music by The Orange Town Revival, hands-on kids’ crafts, educational exhibits, food preservation demos, and docent-led tours of the historic Key Ranch home, gardens, and orange grove. - Art Walk at MainPlace Mall
MainPlace Mall
2800 N Main St., Santa Ana, CA
2 – 5pm
FREE
Celebrate dads and creativity at our Father’s Day-themed Art Walk, part of MainPlace Mall’s 9th Annual Art Walk Series! This free event invites guests of all ages to enjoy hands-on art, live music, family fun, and a chance to honor the important father figures in our lives. - Surfin' Sundays Concert Series
Huntington Beach Pier Plaza
401 CA-1, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Sunday, June 15, 2025
11am - 6pm
Every Saturday & Sunday During Summer - International Surfing Museum's provides free musical performances for the public's enjoyment. Vendors will be in Pier Plaza all day during the summer months. - Backyard Bugs
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Saturday, June 14, 2025
9 - 10:30am
FREE
Join us on a family-friendly trek around Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park to learn all about these amazing animals who have perfected the art of ecological specialization. Insects may have a reputation for being icky, but they're essential pollinators needed to sustain life on our planet. Please wear closed-toe shoes and sun protection and bring snacks and water. - Family Hike: Agua Chinon
Baker Canyon
13333 Black Star Canyon Rd, Silverado, CA 92676
Saturday, June 14, 2025
5:30 - 8pm
FREE
Enjoy a relaxed family hike through Agua Chinon in OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. This 3-mile round trip features a gradual 500 ft climb with chances to spot red-tailed hawks and mule deer. Ideal for beginners, the hike moves at an easy pace with moderate interpretation. Dress comfortably, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water as we take in the sights, sounds, and scents of early evening. - Farmers Market and Crafts
North Paseo
25282 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA
9am - 1pm
Every Saturday, you can shop a variety of locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables, baked goods, cooked items, handmade crafts and more. Vendors include Bee Ladies Honey, Butter Crumbs Bake Shop, South Coast Farms, Tea Lucky, The Tamale Fiesta, Black Sheep Farms, Got Green Drinks and many more. - Storytime and Activity
Barnes & Noble - Bella Terra
7881 Edinger Ave. #110, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Saturday, June 14, 2025
11am
FREE
Join us for Storytime every Saturday in our Kids department! Fun activities will vary from book to book! Parents/guardians must attend with their kiddos! - Storytime and Activity
Barnes & Noble - Fashion Island
401 Newport Center Drive Suite A215, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Saturday, June 14, 2025
11am
FREE
Join us for Storytime every Saturday in our Kids department! Fun activities will vary from book to book! Parents/guardians must attend with their kiddos! - Storytime and Activity
Bella Terra, Barnes & Noble - Huntington Beach
7881 Edinger Ave. #110 Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Saturday, June 14, 2025
11am
FREE
Join us for Storytime every Saturday in our Kids department! Fun activities will vary from book to book! Parents/guardians must attend with their kiddos! - Storytime and Activity
Irvine Spectrum, Barnes & Noble - Irvine
670 Spectrum Center Dr. Irvine, CA 92618
Saturday, June 14, 2025
11am
FREE
Join us for Storytime every Saturday in our Kids department! Fun activities will vary from book to book! Parents/guardians must attend with their kiddos! - Laser Shows the OCC Planetarium
OCC Planetarium
2701 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa, CA
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Times Vary
Regular showings are offered on weekends so everyone can come enjoy a rotating schedule of breathtaking full-dome experiences that transport you to faraway worlds. - Archery for 10 and up
Oak Canyon Nature Center
Anaheim Hills, CA 92807
Saturday, June 14, 2025
10 & 11:30am
Do you know how to shoot a bullseye? Join us for open range archery and we will teach you the basic skills needed to point, aim, and shoot an arrow. We will cover the correct way to draw a bow and talk about range safety. Ages 10 and up. - All Ages Wood Workshops
AR Workshop
31107 Rancho Viejo Road, Suite B2, San Juan Capistrano, CA
Saturday, June 14, 2025
10am - 1pm
Join AR Workshop for a family DIY class to make one of their many wood projects! In the workshop, you will have the opportunity to customize your project with your choice of designer paints and (non-toxic!) stain colors. - Anaheim GardenWalk Cars & Coffee
Anaheim GardenWalk
400 Disney Way Anaheim, CA
Saturday, June 14, 2025
8 - 11am
FREE EVENT
California's only indoor covered Cars & Coffee event! Every Saturday morning, call GardenWalk your home cars & coffee or simply stop by and bring your crowd for a covered C&C late morning gathering. All makes, models, projects, and finished builds are welcome. Enter at Clementine Street north (Clementine & Disney Way). - South OC Cars and Coffee
Outlets At San Clemente, San Clemente