Weekend Events for Families in Orange County - June 4 - 5, 2021. Here are some fun things to do in Orange County this weekend. I've included all events that I could find. You will have to decided if they are Covid-friendly or safe for your family to attend. All the events on this list are happening here in the OC this Saturday and Sunday...some are even FREE!
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Things to Do in Orange County This Weekend
Movies on the Beach
Newport Dunes | Dusk
Every evening this weekend you can enjoy a movie on the beach. Bring your own chairs and blankets! FREE
Meet & Greet the Goats
Crown Valley Park, Laguna Niguel | noon - 4:00pm
Join us to "Meet & Greet" with the goats! These goats have been hard at work throughout Laguna Niguel the past few months as a part of the City's Weed Abatement Program--a proactive method of fire prevention. Visit and learn about the goats from Sage Environmental Group and also meet with our local firefighters from Orange County Fire Authority to learn about fire prevention and fire safety!
Discovery Cube is now OPEN!
Discovery Cube, Santa Ana | All Day
The Discovery Cube is excited to open their doors once again to all science lovers young and old – they've made some great enhancements and additions to our science center and can’t wait for our local kids, families and community partners to come REDISCOVER the joys of science once again. 10+ new exhibits and 15+ upgraded exhibits for you to enjoy. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time here: https://www.discoverycube.org/buy-tickets/
Orange County Farmers Markets
All Over OC | Times Vary
Check out this list of all the farmers markets happening on Orange County.
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.
Fairy Trail at Kaleidoscope
Kaleidoscope, Mission Viejo
The Caring Fairies are back in Orange County, and you can go visit their cute little houses. Head over to Kaleidoscope and go on a hunt to find at the different miniature fairy dwellings and shops.
Inflatable Water Park
Newport Dunes | All Day
Never-ending thrills and chills await at SoCal’s largest inflatable water park in Newport Beach. It is highly recommended that all children under the age of 6 have direct adult accompaniment. All children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult when using rental equipment.
Strawberry Picking at South Coast Farms
Tree of Life Nursery of South Coast Farms | 9:00am - 3:00pm
$5 Entry fee per car and $5/LB for Strawberry U-Pick. You pay for what you pick! No reservation needed. Make sure to read about U-Pick Etiquette and Pricing details. When you arrive at the Tree of Life Nursery follow the U-Pick signs out into the field to park and pick. Please drive slowly, have fun and stay safe!🍓
U-Pick Wagon Rides
Tanaka Farms | All Day
Make dinner tonight with fruits and vegetables that YOU PICKED! Spend some outdoor time with members of your household at Tanaka Farms by joining one of our safe and educational U-PICK ACTIVITIES! We are currently offering U-Pick Wagon Rides daily. This tour lasts about 1 hour.
Pick Sunflowers at Hana Field
Tanaka Farm's Hana Field, 427 Anton Blvd, Costa Mesa | All Day
Join us at Hana Field at what will soon be Orange County's premiere sunflower and flower fields. Pick your own fresh sunflowers while you're here! You must bring your own cutting utensils (sunflowers have very thick stems, so bring a sharp cutter or serrated knife) and gardening gloves (especially if you have sensitive skin). Reservations required.
Playtime with Baby Goats
Goods and Goat Market | All Day
Come by the farm and enjoy it's beauty and charm. Cuddle, brush, and sit with the Baby Goats. Watch and feed the Chickens. Don't forget my Puppies, Indigo Blue and Tuffy Tufferton. They can't wait to greet and play with you. Kids can play in the sand box with our Tonka Truck Collection and ride our old fashion seesaw. Bird House Paint Kits $10 are a must.
Rare Vintage Air VW Car Show at Old World
Old World Huntington Beach | Times Vary
The world famous RVA is hosting their annual VW show at Old World Huntington Beach. Spectator’s admission and parking is free! We have great raffle items lined up from our sponsors, and many other great raffle prizes too! Enjoy Old World Village, Shops and The Biergarten.
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. Niguel Botanical Preserve is 18.2-acre of beauty, situated above the amphitheater within Crown Valley Community Park (which is a great park I might add). It displays garden-worthy plants appropriate to the Southern California region. All of these plants were collected from five areas of the world with similar Mediterranean climates. I believe that this is one of the best botanical gardens in Orange County.
Donut Life Museum
Westminster Mall | Times Vary
Get ready to experience donuts in a whole new way! We are Orange County's newest donut experience that captures moments in life through the creative world of donuts. Each vibrant room in the exhibit will bring inspiration and creativity to all our guests. This is a unique and creative space where you can have fun, immerse yourself and take beautiful photos that will also spark your sweet tooth. Through our doors people can connect, spend quality time and make memories together.
Cabazon Dinosaurs Surf Photo Op
50770 Seminole Drive, Cabazon | 9:00am – 8:00pm
The Cabazon Dinosaurs have long been regarded as one of the most iconic roadside attractions. Featured in cult classics such as Pee Wee Herman’s Big Adventure and The Wizard, the dinosaurs have staked their place in pop culture. And now they are being celebrated with amazing themed paint-suits! The Wafflesaurus Truck will be at the Cabazon Dinosaurs serving delicious dinosaur-themed ice cream treats on Saturday and Sunday.
The Ecology Center
The Ecology Center | 10:00am - 4:00pm
Every Saturday and Sunday – explore The Ecology Center and all it has to offer! Open for self-guided exploration. Be sure to check their calendar for workshops and events happening every weekend! FREE
Things to Do in Orange County This Saturday
The Original OC Swapmeet
OC Fairgrounds | 10:00am - 4:00pm
Drive up or take out your favorite Greek foods. Order Online beginning May 10th at ocgreekfest.com
LIVE Music at the Beach
Sealegs in Huntington Beach | 1:00pm
Enjoy Live music on the beach. Food and drink available for purchase.
South OC Cars and Coffee
Outlets At San Clemente | 9:00 -11:00am
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.
Black Star Canyon Ghost Walk
Black Star Canyon Rd, Silverado | 7:00pm
Leaving the safety of the well-lit streets lies a place of mystery and isolation. Nestled between Anaheim and Irvine resides the infamous Black Star Canyon. Known as "Canyon de los Indios" (Canyon of the Indians) for hundreds of years before the late 1870's. For decades stories have circulated of mysterious lights, ghostly apparitions, and perhaps something sinister. A place of safety for some, turns into a massacre site for others. Join naturalist, local historian and canyon resident, Joel Robinson on this two-hour tour into the history, mystery, and the macabre that is Black Star Canyon. Haunted Orange County strongly recommends sturdy comfortable shoes. A single light will be provided.
Live Music on the Green at Bella Terra
Bella Terra, Huntington Beach | 6:00 - 9:00pm
Bring your blanket, a chair, sit on the grass or find a seat in our newly finished Green area and enjoy live music.
Gardenwalk Cars Coffee & Culture
Anaheim Gardenwalk | 8:00am - Noon
A Countywide Car show bringing OC, LA, San Bernardio, Riverside, and San Diego County pop-up car shows together under a 400,000 square foot, 4,000 stall facility known as STC Gardenwalk (steps from Disneyland). FREE
See Classic Cars at Donut Derelicts
Donut Derelicts
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
Yorba Linda Celebration of the Arts and Music Festival
Hurless Barton Park | 11:00am - 4:00pm
The Yorba Linda Arts Alliance Foundation and city of Yorba Linda Parks and Recreation presents this community event, hosting dozens of artists, crafters, performers, art exhibits, cultural experiences, and non profits. Visit www.artsyl.org for details. Free admission and parking, food available for purchase.
Octane Donuts Auto Show
Anaheim Gardenwalk | 8:30 - 11:30am
"Donuts-N-Wheel" brings back Octane Donuts to STC Gardenwalk. If you missed their first "Octane" car show don't miss this one!
Irvine Super Adoption Event
Irvine Animal Care Center | 10:00am - 3;00pm
Come join us at the Beagles and Buddies booth for the 15th Annual Irvine Animal Shelter Super Adoption Event!
D. Yoder Family Sundays
Casa Romantica | 10:00am - 2:00pm
Enjoy free admission to the Casa with creative activities and performances based thematically on Casa Romantica’s programming. Prior to the upcoming performances of The Tempest at Casa Romantica, the Southern California Shakespeare Festival Guild will hold a performance at 12 PM in the Coastal Amphitheater. The performance is a compilation of Shakespeare scenes called Shakespeare’s Themes, Love, Wit & Power, directed by Linda Reidy. We recommend guests be prepared for a hot summer day by the coast and wear hats and sunscreen for protection from the sun.
Kid’s Fishing Clinic Sundays
Dana Wharf Sportfishing, Dana Point | 12:15pm
Dana Wharf Sportfishing invites children 5-12 years of age to join us 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!
Live Music on the Green at Bella Terra
Bella Terra, Huntington Beach | 6:00 - 9:00pm
Bring your blanket, a chair, sit on the grass or find a seat in our newly finished Green area and enjoy live music.
Farmers Market at Orange County Great Park
Orange County Great Park | 10:00am - 2:30pm
Sundays at the Orange County Great Park are headlined by fresh produce and fun at our Certified Farmers Market. Every week, the Great Park Certified Farmers Market features fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables; handcrafted artisan products; and a selection of gourmet food trucks. Take home fresh produce grown on the Great Park Farm and other local farms. Explore the Farm + Food Lab and get home gardening tips from master gardeners from the University of California, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources.
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