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CAM Family Day – Cyanotypes
12:00 - 3:00pm Chinese American Museum invites visitors to create prints with sunlight in a hands-on activity inspired by the cyanotypes of Wu Chi-Tsung. Wu Chi-Tsung is a featured artist in the exhibit Lightscapes: Re-envisioning the Shanshuihua 光之景: 山水畫的當代想像. Guests can make their own cyanotype prints and visit the immersive exhibition. All materials are provided. This family program is free and open to the public; however, RSVPs are kindly requested. RSVP online or via email This program is held in conjunction with the exhibition Lightscapes: Re-envisioning the Shanshuihua 光之景: 山水畫的當代想像 .…
Find out more »Fountain Valley Summerfest
夏日狂歡活動，歡迎大家參加 The 2019 Summerfest features carnival rides, games, fireworks, a parade, entertainment, food vendors, a classic car and truck show, and more. The event begins Thursday with a food-truck preview night, includes fireworks on Friday night, and a celebration parade on Saturday. Event hours: Thursday: 5-10pm Friday: 5-11pm Saturday: 7am-11pm Sunday: 11am-9pm Parking costs $5 or $10 for unlimited festival parking.
Find out more »LAPD West LA Division Carnival 2019
The community and police of the West LA Area get together for a big carnival held at the corner of Iowa and Purdue. The street is closed off to traffic as revelers enjoy food, games, entertainment, and carnival rides.
Find out more »PBS SoCal Summer Learning Day: Lift Off to Learning
PBS SoCal celebrates the joy of family reading with a free day of entertainment, activities, learning resources, information on summer programs, and access to the Columbia Memorial Space Museum. Guests can pose for photo ops with PBS KIDS characters. This program is free and open to the public. https://youtu.be/BfuMYcAiFFo
Find out more »MarinaFest: Discover Marina del Rey
The two-day boat show at Burton Chace Park features an in-water boatshow, tall ships, historic water tours, vendors & exhibitors, and kids' activities. This year, Marina Fest is held the same weekend as the kid-friendly Discover Marina del Rey event. Admission to the festival is free (including landside events and historic boat tours). A $10 ticket* is required for viewing the in-water boat show. * Children 12 and under free with paid adult IN-WATER BOAT SHOW • SAIL & POWER • HARBOR TOURS • TALL SHIPS • FOOD • MUSIC…
Find out more »Seal Day
The Marine Mammal Care Center hosts its annual Seal Day, offering visitors the rare opportunity to view seals and sea lions as they rehabilitate from their injuries or illnesses This year's event has a "Halloween in June" twist. Halloween-themed activities include professional costumed visitors, a Trunk-or-Treat experience with world famous Star Cars (vehicles from stage and screen), and a costume contest for those who come dressed for fun! In addition, guests can enjoy food trucks, exhibitor booths, and live entertainment.
Find out more »Pier 360 Summer Kick-Off!
Santa Monica Pier kicks off the summer with a celebration of beach life: on the pier, in the water, and on the beach. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8liJCXlWobo Tracing its roots back to the 1930s, Santa Monica Pier paddleboard races are some of the first in the world. Santa Monica Pier 360 offers epic competitions through a variety of disciplines on sand and sea, while also providing a memorable day of family-friendly entertainment. There are many ways to participate: Short Course Paddle, Long Course Paddle,…
Find out more »Star Wars Day
The Force is strong at the OC Zoo. Families can enjoy a day of Star Wars fun that includes Star Wars characters, crafts, games, and photo opportunities. Zoo animals receive special treats and there are animal meet-and-greets throughout the day. The first 100 children, ages 12 & under, in a Star Wars costume receives a special gift and a free train ride ticket at Irvine Park Railroad. All visitors are encouraged to come in Star Wars attire/costume and bring cameras/phones for free photos…
Find out more »BET Experience Free Fan Fest
The BETX Fan Fest is a free component of the BET Experience music event, which culminates in the BET Awards. Fan Fest is practically free: sign up for a wristband that costs $1. Highlights include a Celebrity Basketball game, a Celebrity Dodgeball game, Genius Talks with Lena Waithe, Yara Shahidi and Marsai Martin alongside moderator Jemele Hill; runway shows with the House of Fashion & Beauty, the Kicksperience sneaker event and more. Friday: 5pm - 11pm Saturday: 11am- 8pm
Find out more »Palisades Village Summer Block Party
Palisades Village welcomes summer with a free Block Party featuring live music, carnival games, crafts, face painting, and more. The fun-filled celebration is located throughout Palisades Village with activities on Swarthmore Avenue and in The Park, plus events and promotions at participating retailers and restaurants.
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