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30th Annual Balboa Island Parade
Newport Beach - FREE
Sunday, June 1, 2025
The annual Balboa Island Parade files down Marine Ave. on Sunday with star-spangled floats, festooned tricycles, marching bands, antique cars carrying local dignitaries, fire trucks, and gussied-up dogs in the island's biggest event of the summer. Visit the website here.
Opening Night at the Bowl: Hugh Jackman
Hollywood Hills
Saturday, June 7, 2025
He's the Greatest Showman and the invincible Wolverine -- and this year Hugh Jackman opens the season at the Hollywood Bowl. Visit the website here.
California Watermelon Festival
Lake View Terrace
Saturday & Sunday, June 7 & 8, 2025
Enjoy a slice of happiness (and unlimited slices of watermelon!) at the California Watermelon Festival. Visit the website here.
2025 Annual LA Pride Parade & Block Party
Hollywood - FREE
Sunday, June 8, 2025
Over 110,000 spectators and participants are expected for an epic day of Pride and community at the annual LA Pride Parade. The LA Pride Parade follows a 1-mile route through Hollywood, with about 150 contingents from LGBTQ+ nonprofits, employee resource groups, city agencies, local, regional, and national businesses, clubs, bands, floats, and more than a few surprises. Visit the website here.
LMU’s Shakespeare on the Bluff
Westchester - FREE
Starts Thursday, June 12, 2025
A sad tale's best for winter; A Winter's Tale is best for summer. LMU starts off the Shakespearean summer with a production of A Winter's Tale. Visit the website here.
KCRW Summer Nights
San Pedro
Friday, June 13, 2025
KCRW teams up with cultural hotspots around Southern California for its annual summertime concert fest. Summer Nights are free, all-ages, outdoor parties featuring KCRW DJs, bands, exhibits, and more. Several of the nights are particularly family-focused, including June 13's grunion viewing event at the Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Visit the website here.
37th Annual Palos Verdes Street Fair and Music Festival
Palos Verdes - Free admission
Friday - Sunday, June 13 - 15, 2025
The 37th annual Palos Verdes Street Fair & Music Festival is the largest carnival in the South Bay. The heart of Palos Verdes comes alive with more than 200 exhibitors. Attractions include artisans and vendors, thrilling carnival rides for all ages, a petting zoo, pony rides, live entertainment, food, beer and wine, and more. Visit the website here.
9th Annual Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival
Balboa Yacht Club
1600 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach
Saturday, June 14, 2025
10:00am to 10:00pm PT
Price: $15 General Admission; Children under 12 are free
The 9th annual Newport Beach Wooden Boat Festival celebrates the maritime heritage of Newport Harbor and wooden boats past and present. The weekend is filled with maritime craftsmanship, art, exhibits, food, music, and a boat parade. Visit the website here.
33rd Annual Santa Monica Juneteenth Celebration
Santa Monica - FREE
Saturday, June 14, 2025
Virginia Avenue Park hosts a jubilant celebration of justice and liberty in commemoration of the announcement of the emancipation of enslaved African Americans who lived in the former Confederacy - two years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation. This year’s theme is "A Family Affair: Unifying, Healing & Restoring". Visit the website here.
Cardboard Yacht Regatta
Santa Monica - FREE to watch
Saturday, June 14, 2025
The Annenberg Community Beach House hosts its annual Cardboard Yacht Regatta. Teams of two construct yachts from cardboard and duct tape, vying for awards in a variety of categories before racing across the vintage pool. Spectators are welcome, and it's loads of fun to watch! Visit the website here.
Pasadena Chalk Festival
Pasadena - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, June 14 & 15, 2025
Billed as the world's largest street painting festival, the 32nd Annual Pasadena Chalk Festival features more than 500 artists and 200 murals adorning the sidewalk outside of the Pasadena Convention Center. Visit the website here.
Blippi Join the Band Tour
Long Beach
Saturday June 14, 2025
Also: Thousand Oaks, Wednesday June 18, 2025
Blippi is joined onstage by Meekah, their singing and dancing buddies and live musicians to explore what makes music, including sounds, rhythms and instruments, through all the favorite Blippi hits. Visit the website here.
Rodeo Drive Concours d’Elegance
Beverly Hills - FREE
Sunday, June 15, 2025
Rodeo Drive Concours d'Elegance is a Father's Day tradition. Car enthusiasts can view more than 100 of the world’s rarest and most exciting cars, ranging from pre-war collectibles to American muscle cars This year's event celebrates the theme “Luxury in Motion” with an unparalleled lineup of rare hypercars, vintage classics and exotic vehicles. The day also includes a skills demonstration from the Beverly Hills Police Department Motor Unit, a savory variety of food trucks, and interactive displays. Visit the website here.
Conejo Valley Days
Thousand Oaks
Starts Thursday, June 19, 2025
The annual Conejo Valley Days in Thousand Oaks celebrates the area's rich heritage and volunteer spirit. The multi-day event features entertainment for the whole family including carnival rides, games, live entertainment, and a food court. Visit the website here.
VidCon Anaheim
Anaheim
Wednesday - Saturday, June 19 - 21, 2025
Got a YouTube/ TikTok/ Instagram-obsessed kid? VidCon Anaheim brings together digital creators and their fans from around the globe. Among the dozens of creators attending in 2025 are Dream, Aphmau, Krew, MeganPlays, Hank Green, Ranboo, LaurDIY, Merrick Hanna, Mythical Kitchen, Steven He, and Like Nastya, to name just a few. You may not be familiar with these digital creators, but odds are good that your kids are! Visit the website here.
Fountain Valley Summerfest
Fountain Valley
Thursday - Sunday, June 19 - 22, 2025
Fountain Valley's Summerfest is back, featuring carnival rides, games, food vendors, a beer garden, and a full schedule of entertainment that includes tribute bands and local performers. On Friday night, Summerfest concludes with a fireworks show presented by Hyundai. Visit the website here.
CicLAvia - Historic South Central meets Watts
South Central to Watts - FREE
Sunday, June 22, 2025
CicLAvia holds its 61st open streets event in Los Angeles: Historic South Central meets Watts. The 6.4 mile route connects hubs at Historic South Central, Jazz Park, Florence Firestone, Central Ave, and Watts. Participants can jog, ride, bike, skate, run, walk, skateboard, spectate, and play, and may show up anywhere along the route to enjoy the open streets and explore the Valley. Visit the website here.
Salute to America- Cypress
Cypress - FREE
Friday June 27, 2025
The City of Cypress celebrates our fair country a few days early with food, fun, and a free fireworks display. Visit the website here.
Getty Villa Reopening Weekend
Pacific Palisades - FREE
Friday - Monday, June 27 - 30, 2025
We are so glad they're back! The Getty Villa reopens to the public for the first time since the Palisades Fires in January. The initial reopening is on a limited schedule of Friday to Mondays, with online reservations required. Visit the website here.
Pier 360 Summer Kick-Off!
Santa Monica - FREE
Saturday & Sunday, Jun 28 & 29, 2025
Santa Monica Pier kicks off the summer with a celebration of beach life on the pier, in the water, and on the beach. Visit the website here.
Day of the Ancestors: Festival of Masks
Leimert Park - FREE
Sunday, June 29, 2025
The annual Day of the Ancestors: Festival of Masks is a daylong event of mask making, life-sized puppets, art, food, music, and the discovery of the African history and culture of the surrounding communities of Leimert Park. Visit the website here.
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