Here is a selection of kid-friendly things to do and family-friendly events in and around Orange County this weekend. Please check with the venues for updated prices.
Family Sun Day Fun Day: Families are invited to come play, explore, touch, listen and connect with each other and nature. Sunday, July 29 at 9 a.m. Willow Canyon Staging Area, 20101 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach. Donation $2 per person.
FRIDAY
Pretend City's Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony: Calling all aspiring Olympians to come for the torch lighting parade. Take this opportunity to give your little one a better understanding of the history and significance of the Olympics. Friday, July 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pretend City Children's Museum, 29 Hubble, Irvine. Price: included with Museum Admission. More info.
Book Travelers: Come explore Fairy Tales (historical and modern) for 3-6 graders. Preregister at 949-459-6094. Friday, July 27 at 11 a.m. Rancho Santa Margarita Public Library, 30902 La Promesa, Rancho Santa Margarita. Free. More info.
Summer Whale Watching: Come see the hundreds of blue whales in the waters off Newport. Friday, July 27, 1-3:30 p.m. Davey's Locker Sportfishing and Whale Watching, 400 Main St., Newport Beach. Price: $16. More info.
Storytime and Free Swim: Join the pirate and the princess for singing, games and stories. After storytime, there will be an hour of free swim. For toddlers and children ages 3-5. Friday, July 27, 3-4:30 p.m. Swim Venture Laguna Hills Swim School, 24731 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Hills. More info.
SATURDAY
Second Annual Wilderness Celebration: OC Parks and Irvine Ranch Conservancy are pleased to present the second anniversary celebration of the Irvine Ranch Open Space. This event will feature self-guided hiking, biking, docent-led hikes, and a special recognition ceremony. Saturday, July 28 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Irvine Ranch Open Space, 13042 Old Myford Rd., Irvine. Free. More info.
Summer Walking Program: Join Ranger Carroll for a short, informative nature walk along the Aliso Creek Trail and learn about the history of Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park. Saturday, July 28, 12-12:30 p.m. Aliso and wood Canyons Wilderness Park, 28373 Alicia Parkway, Laguna Niguel. Free, parking $2. More info.
Jazz on the Green Concert Series: Sit back, relax and enjoy the music of Jackiem Joyner cool jazz saxophonist. Saturday, July 28, 1-3 p.m. Festival of Arts, 650 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach. Price: Free with Festival admission. More info.
Mission Viejo Summer concert: Come hear the Pacific Symphony at an outdoor concert on Saturday, July 28. Village Green at Oso Viejo Park, 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo. Prelude in the Park begins at 4 p.m., Musical Playground at 5:30 p.m. and the performance at 7 p.m. Free. More info.
SUNDAY
Caspers Wilderness Park Nature Hike: Join Park Rangers for an easy one mile hike on the Nature trail through grassland, oak woodland, riparian and sandy cactus scrub communities. Sunday, July 29, 8-9 a.m. Caspers Wilderness Park, 33401 Ortega Highway, San Juan Capistrano. Free, Parking $5. More info.
Family Sun Day Fun Day: Families are invited to come play, explore, touch, listen and connect with each other and nature. Sunday, July 29 at 9 a.m. Willow Canyon Staging Area, 20101 Laguna Canyon Rd., Laguna Beach. Donation $2 per person. More info.
OC Police Canine Show: Reserved seats are $11 each show time and include free OC Fair admission. Sunday, July 29 at 2 p.m. Action Sports Arena, 88 Fair Dr., Costa Mesa. Price:$11 - tickets available online at ocfair.com. More info.
Lake Forest Summer Concert: Bring the family together to rock out, dance and enjoy music from the 90s, 80s, 70s and the 60s by the Pacific Symphon. Sunday, July 29, 4-7 p.m. Pittsford Park, 21801 Pittsford, Lake Forest. Food and refreshments will be available to purchase. Free admission More info.
Courtesy of OC Register
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