Orange County Events THIS WEEKEND for Kids and Families - January 14, 15 & 16, 2022. Here are some fun things to do in Orange County this weekend. This is a list of the BEST Events in Orange County for kids and Families. All the OC activities on this list are happening this Friday, Saturday or Sunday...some are even FREE!
Looking for – FREE family activities, children's activities, a community event, food trucks, OC entertainment, live performances or live music, craft fairs with local merchants or unique vendors, neighborhood special events, a parade or festivals? If they are happening in Southern California, they will be listed.
(To submit your event, email jill@sandytoesandpopsicles.com by the Wednesday before your event.) Double check event's website before heading to events as details change!
Things to Do in Orange County This Weekend
Events Happening ALL Weekend in OC
My Fair Lady the Musical
Segerstrom Center for the Arts | Times vary
My Fair Lady is being hailed as "thrilling, glorious and better than it ever was"! Don't miss the lavish new production of the most beloved musical of all time. Jan 11-23. Don't Miss It. FREE
Places to Visit with Families ALL Weekend in OC
- Orange County Farmers Markets - All Over OC | Times Vary
Check out this list of all the farmers markets happening on Orange County. - Centennial Farm - OC Fair & Event Center | Times Va
Centennial Farm is now to the public. Visit the animals and the farming gardens. Admission and parking are free - Family-Friendly Tide Pools in the OC - Beaches in Orange County
Check out this list of the best family-friendly tide pools in Orange County. - Niguel Botanical Preserve - Crown Valley Community Park | All Day
If you are looking for a scenic, family friendly nature experience, then the Niguel Botanical Preserve in Laguna Niguel is a great place to check out. - Donut Life Museum - Westminster Mall | Times Vary
Get ready to experience donuts in a whole new way! Orange County's newest selfie museum with a donut experience that captures moments in life through the creativity of donuts. - The Ecology Center - The Ecology Center, San Juan Capstrano
Every Saturday and Sunday – Open for self-guided exploration. Be sure to check their calendar for workshops and events happening every weekend! FREE - Balboa Fun Zone - 600 E. Bay Avenue, Newport Beach
The Fun Zone has over 8,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor restaurants, carnival games, vendors, food and fun overlooking the Newport Harbor and Balboa Island. - Anaheim Packing District - 440 S. Anaheim Boulevard, Anaheim
One of the last remaining citrus packing warehouses in OC, that has been historically preserved and retrofitted into a market hall with restaurants, food and vendors. - Pier Plaza Art Afair - Pacific Coast Highway & Main, adjacent to the Huntington Beach Pier
An arts and crafts fair overlooking the pacific Ocean.
Things to Do in Orange County This Friday, January 14, 2022
Kids Play with Goats
Goods and Goat Market, San Juan Capistrano
9am - noon
Fun for Adults and kids! Come anytime between the hours listed and stay as long as you would like. Booking online is not necessary. This special time is set aside for ALL GOAT LOVERS to visit the farm.
Wild Tales
Upper Newport Bay, 2301 University Drive, Newport | 10:00 - 10:45am
Upper Newport Bay’s long-running and popular storytime is back! Wild tales will be offered every Friday and include an outdoor storytime in our newly renovated amphitheater, an age-appropriate hike, and a craft project in our classroom. Each session will have a new story, hike theme, and craft project.
Main Street Classic Car Show
Historic Main Street, Garden Grove | 4-8pm
The Main Street Classic Car Show is the longest-running car show in Orange County, California. Classics are on display for sure. But you’re likely to find all types of vehicles on the show-strip any given Friday. Because there are roughly 50 parking spaces. And with the show running every Friday you’re bound to catch a wide variety of rids on display.
Things to Do in Orange County This Saturday, January 15, 2022
FREE Miniature Train Rides
Goat Hill Junction at Fairview Park, Costa Mesa
10am - 3:30pm
Fun for the whole family. These little trains take guests on a 12 minute ride, covering two loops of the park. Bridges and terrain variations are just part of the scenery as is the back end of the Costa Mesa Golf Course. Donation of $2 suggested.
Kids Play with Goats
Goods and Goat Market, San Juan Capistrano
9am - 2pm
Fun for Adults and kids! Come anytime between the hours listed and stay as long as you would like. Booking online is not necessary. This special time is set aside for ALL GOAT LOVERS to visit the farm.
South OC Cars and Coffee
Outlets At San Clemente, San Clemente
9 - 11am
Cars and Coffee events are informal car meet-ups. They’re always free. And like the name says you’ll find cars and coffee there. But you’ll also find people and conversations. And those conversations will cover anything from powertrains to politics.
Free Public Tour
Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa
10am
Take a free tour of Orange County's award-winning home for the performing arts and see Segerstrom Center in a whole new light! Led by Segerstrom Center volunteer Docents, guests will explore the remarkable campus while experiencing the details and history of this cultural arts hub located in the heart of Orange County. FREE
See Classic Cars at Donut Derelicts
Donut Derelicts, Huntington Beach
Saturday Morning
Each Saturday morning, car enthusiasts from all over gather in the parking lot of Adams Ave Donuts to enjoy a donut, a cup of coffee and a spectacle of hot rods and classic cars. FREE
Things to Do in Orange County This Sunday, January 16, 2022
FREE Miniature Train Rides
Goat Hill Junction at Fairview Park, Costa Mesa
10am - 3:30pm
Fun for the whole family. These little trains take guests on a 12 minute ride, covering two loops of the park. Bridges and terrain variations are just part of the scenery as is the back end of the Costa Mesa Golf Course. Donation of $2 suggested.
Lohri at Pretend City
10am - 5pm
Pretend City Children's Museum, Irvine
It’s time to put on your Patiala or Kurta Payjama as we celebrate Lohri, the Festival of Harvest! In honor of the holiday, we’ll be lighting up (pretend) bonfires throughout The City! This celebration of togetherness and gratitude will surely warm your heart as special guests tell us all about their traditions from the Punjab region of India!
Whale & Wildlife "Twalk"
9am
Crystal Cove State Park, Laguna Beach
Join a park naturalist to learn some fun facts about the Crystal Cove creatures. Hike along the bluff trail. Bring your binoculars!
Almost Full Moon Hike
4:30pm
Crystal Cove State Park, Laguna Beach
Join a park naturalist on a moderate 2-mile hike to view the full moon and Crystal Cove landmarks. Wear sturdy shoes. Meet at the Ranger Station.
Kids Play with Goats
Goods and Goat Market, San Juan Capistrano
11:30am - 4pm
Fun for Adults and kids! Come anytime between the hours listed and stay as long as you would like. Booking online is not necessary. This special time is set aside for ALL GOAT LOVERS to visit the farm.
Royal Princess Ball
Play & Parties
The Village at Orange Mall, Orange
2 - 4pm
Our classic princesses, Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, and Snow White, have invited you one and all to a Royal Princess Ball. Come dressed as your favorite princess and enjoy a special performance of all your favorites singing their songs, playing fun princess games and teaching you how to be a proper princess.
Kids Cook with Chef Stacy Horn
PREP Kitchen Essentials
12207 Seal Beach Boulevard, Seal Beach, Ca
11am - 1pm
Menu: Lasagna Rolls, Classic Marinara, Italian Baked Meatballs, Caesar Salad and Tiramisu. This is a drop-off class. Kids range in age from 8-17.
Kid’s Fishing Clinic Sundays
Dana Wharf Sportfishing, Dana Point
12:15pm
Dana Wharf Sportfishing invites children dockside for an educational fishing clinic. Kids will learn hands-on-fishing techniques from our expert- anglers. After each Sunday clinic concludes, Dana Wharf will be running a fishing trip from 12:45 – 5:15; Adults are $59 and Children ages 5-12 will fish for FREE when they are enrolled in the Kids Fishing Clinic!
What's the Surf This Weekend in Orange County?
- FRIDAY - AM: flat FAIR | PM: flat CLEAN
- SATURDAY - AM: 0-1 ft CLEAN | PM: flat CLEAN
- SUNDAY - AM: 1-2 ft CLEAN | PM: 1-2 ft CLEAN
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