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 20 - 22, 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. - Free Miniature Train Rides at Fairview Park
Goat Hill Junction at Fairview Park
2500 Placentia Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA
10:30am - 3:30pm
June 21 & 22, 2025
FREE
If you haven't been to the Goat Hill Junction Railroad to ride the miniature train rides yet, I highly recommend checking them out. I feel that these little trains are one of the hidden gems of Orange County. There is a height requirement and kids must be able to sit by themselves. Bring a picnic! Free. - Sunflower Picking at Hana Fields
Hana Fields, Costa Mesa
427 Anton Boulevard, Costa Mesa
Times Vary
GENERAL ADMISSION: $7 - DOES NOT INCLUDE FLOWER PICKING (Children 2 & Under and Military are FREE). Keepsake U-Pick Flower Cup: $15 - Includes up to 15 blooms. Flower cutters are $8 - OR BRING YOUR OWN! - 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. - 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. - 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. - 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! - 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 20, 2025
- Morning Playdate with a Fun Character
Play & Parties
1901 N Tustin Street, Orange, CA
Friday, June 20, 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 20, 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 20 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 - Santa Ana
Windsor Park
2915 W. La Verne Avenue, Santa Ana, CA
Friday, June 20, 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. - Summer Sounds: Upstream
Segerstrom Hall
600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA
June 20, 2025
FREE EVENT
Immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of some of Southern California’s most eclectic artists and join us this June through July for a series of FREE all-ages Summer Sounds concerts on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza! From country to cumbia and everything in between, our lineup promises a musical journey that caters to every taste. Bring your friends and family for an electrifying evening of live performances under the starlit sky! - Tot Walk
Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Friday, June 13, 2025
9 - 10:30am
FREE
Join OC Parks naturalists and bring your young ones to explore Aliso’s wild backyard. Take a leisurely stroll through the garden and creek where we will see bugs, plants and birds while exploring! This program begins at the visitor center at Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. Please wear closed-toe shoes and bring snacks and water. Please note most of the trail is not stroller-friendly. - Jr. Ranger Adventure: Caspers Wilderness Park
Upper Newport Bay
2301 University Drive, Newport
Friday, June 20, 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. Participants will explore Caspers Wilderness Park, complete activities and take the OC Parks Jr. Ranger Oath to earn a unique Jr. Ranger badge. - Wild Tales
Upper Newport Bay
2301 University Drive, Newport
Friday, June 20, 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
Every Friday
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 21, 2025
- Annual Solar Derby at Pretend City
Pretend City
29 Hubble, Irvine, CA
Saturday, June 21, 2025
11am
Calling all future engineers! Pretend City is teaming up with the Bob Franz Foundation to host an epic adventure in alternative energy – The Solar Car Derby! This event is your chance to: Build, design, test, and race your own Solar Car! We’ll guide you through the exciting world of solar power and STEM principles. Learn how the sun fuels our creations and design your very own mini solar car! - Jr. Ranger Adventure: Yorba Regional Park
Yorba Regional Park
7600 E. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, CA 92807
Saturday, June 21, 2025
2:30 - 4:30pm
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. Participants will explore Yorba Regional Park, complete activities and take the OC Parks Jr. Ranger Oath to earn a unique Jr. Ranger badge. - Mission Viejo Pride
Saddleback College
28000 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA
Saturday, June 21, 2025
12 - 4pm
The Mission Viejo Pride event strives to show how this community is safe, welcoming and values diversity and inclusivity. It will feature resources for families and fun activities including arts and crafts, games, a magician and live music by Pulp Vixen and Men Alive. Iguala Kitchen Mexican Truck, Hangry Belly, Rolling Sushi Van, Dezzertaholic Bus and Tropical Sno food trucks will offer food for purchase. - Family Hike: Bakers Canyon
Baker Canyon
13333 Black Star Canyon Rd, Silverado, CA 92676
Saturday, June 21, 2025
5:30 - 8pm
FREE
Enjoy an afternoon family hike in Baker Canyon, part of OC Parks’ Irvine Ranch Open Space. We will hike along a flat trail as we watch for red-tailed hawks and mule deer. The hike will average 2 miles round trip at an easy pace with a medium level of interpretation. This program is for participants who would enjoy a slower-paced and level hike. Wear comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes and bring water for the hike. - Farmers Market and Crafts
North Paseo
25282 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA
Saturday, June 21, 2025
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. - Night Market - Beach Bash
North Paseo
25282 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA
Saturday, June 21, 2025
5 - 9pm
Enjoy live entertainment, games, food vendors, photo opportunities and more during the Night Market. - Storytime and Activity
Barnes & Noble - Bella Terra
7881 Edinger Ave. #110, Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Saturday, June 21, 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 21, 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 21, 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 21, 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 21, 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 21, 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 21, 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