It is time for the start of Orange County’s favorite art celebration, Imagination Celebration! There will be 50 family-friendly art events happening throughout Orange County from April 11th through May 24th. Most of the events are free and the perfect place to inspire your kids imagination while having fun!
Not only is your family invited to attend these fun events, but also have the opportunity to win tickets to the Disneyland Resort or South Coast Reparatory. Enter to win by clicking on the image below.
Artists of Tomorrow, Student Art Exhibition
Presented by Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, San Clemente
May 1, 2015
Celebrate the visual artists from San Clemente High School and three San Clemente Middle Schools during this art exhibition and opening reception. Live entertainment will be provided during the…more
Arts Alive & Street Painting Festival
at Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center, Mission Viejo
May 2 – May 3, 2015
Celebrate the 1980′s on the Village Green with fun for the whole family including street painting, entertainment, arts vendors, workshops, and food for purchase.
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Arts on the Lawn
Presented by Santa Ana High School at Santa Ana High School, Santa Ana
May 15, 2015
Dance, vocals, instrumental music and theatre collaborate with the visual arts. Performances happen throughout the day. Face painting, print-making in the beautiful gardens! …more
Balboa’s La Strada dell’Arte
Presented by Balboa Village Merchants Association
April 19, 2015
During this 3rd annual chalk art festival, some of the best Southern California chalk artists will create beautiful chalk murals on the pavement. A special area will be designated for children to…more
Ballet Soiree
Presented by Golden State Dance Foundation at V&T Classical Ballet & Dance Academy, Laguna Hills
April 25, 2015
Come and enjoy a taste of the world of ballet at Golden State Dance Foundation’s Ballet Soiree! Beautiful ballerinas, handsome cavaliers, swirling tutus, and giant leaps – it’s all…more
Beall Center Family Day and Celebrate UCI!
Presented by Beall Center for Art + Technology, UC Irvine and Claire Trevor School of the Arts at UCI Beall Center for Art + Technology, Irvine
April 18, 2015
Through Family Day activities, the Beall Center seeks to stir the imagination and motivate young people to delve into the basics of science, technology and visual literacy – skills that are…more
Birdie’s Playhouse
Presented by El Toro Library at OC Public Libraries-El Toro Library, Lake Forest
April 28, 2015
Birdie Mendoza performs kid’s music with a Latin beat. “Shake your tail feathers” while learning about animals and facing life’s challenges.
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Bunnies and Books Festival
Presented by Newport Beach Public Library at Newport Beach Public Library, Newport Beach
May 9, 2015
Families will enjoy storytelling, crafts, games, and a trip to the bunnies in the adjacent Newport Beach Civic Center park.
The Newport Beach Public Library is a proud partner of…more
Child Creativity Lab
Presented by City of Irvine at Palm Court Arts Complex, Orange County Great Park, Irvine
May 9, 2015
Come create, experiment, and learn as you design self-portraits out of reclaimed and repurposed materials in Creative Reuse Selfies. Develop important imagination and problem solving skills with…more
Children’s Arts Festival
Presented by City of Buena Park Cultural and Fine Arts Division
April 25, 2015
Hands-on arts activities and live music provide a delightful celebration of the rich and cultural traditions that thrive in our own backyards! And in honor of Earth Day, festival activities will…more
Color and Light: 15th Annual Student Art and Photography Exhibition
Presented by Anaheim Union High School District at MUZEO, Anaheim
April 18 – May 1, 2015
More than 250 pieces of student artwork, from 20 AUHSD schools, will be on display inside the MUZEO, for the public to view, free of charge. Additionally, on the day of the reception, theatre…more
Day of Dance
Presented by OC Academy of Dance
April 25, 2015
Children 3 years and up are invited to participate in as many as three 30-minute dance classes including Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop and Contemporary. OCAD Dance Company will perform selected…more
Día Del Niño / Day of the Child
Presented by Arts Orange County and El Centro Cultural de Mexico
April 26, 2015
Honor youth and celebrate children through the arts during a day of free performances, participatory arts activities, and art exhibitions. This bilingual event is appropriate for children of…more
Family Drumming Circle
Presented by Bowers Kidseum at Bowers Kidseum, Santa Ana
April 19, 2015
Professional drummer Martin Espino will teach children the basics of drumming and music, then guide them through a drumming circle. Kids can also make their very own maracas and rainsticks inside…more
Festival of Arts Junior Art Exhibit
Presented by Laguna Beach Festival of Arts at Festival of Arts, Laguna Beach
July 5 – August 31, 2015
Selected artworks from Imagination Celebration exhibitions will be featured during the Festival of Arts in Laguna Beach in the summer of 2015.
Haiku for You
Presented by Rancho Santa Margarita Library at OC Public Libraries-Rancho Santa Margarita Library, Rancho Santa Margarita
April 25, 2015
Explore the haiku poetic form. Write your own poem to be scripted by a professional calligrapher and decorated by you. This event is most suitable for ages 10+.
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Heroes and Villains Family Day
Presented by Fullerton Museum Center at Fullerton Museum Center, Fullerton
May 9, 2015
Celebrate the closing weekend of the exhibition “Heroes and Villains: The Comic Book Art of Alex Ross” with a day of family activities including superhero art, gallery tours, and…more
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Imagination Celebration @ GCAC
Presented by CSUF Grand Central Art Center at Grand Central Art Center, Santa Ana
May 9, 2015
Enjoy an afternoon filled with special guests and various hands-on art activities!
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Imagination Celebration at Laguna
Presented by Laguna Art Museum at Laguna Art Museum, Laguna Beach
May 2, 2015
Step inside the museum galleries for a variety of hands-on art-making activities and fun for the whole family. This event is most suitable for children ages 4-12.
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Imagination Celebration at the Irvine Fine Arts Center
Presented by Irvine Fine Arts Center at Irvine Fine Arts Center, Irvine
May 1 – May 22, 2015
Come see the best collection of sculptural art created by Orange County artists ages 5-18.
Irvine Fine Arts Center is a proud partner of …more
Imagination Celebration Poster Contest Exhibition
Presented by Showcase Gallery and Orange County Fine Arts, Inc at Orange County Fine Arts Showcase Gallery, Santa Ana
April 13 – May 9, 2015
Showcase Gallery is extremely proud to display the top-30 finalists in the 2015 Imagination Celebration Poster Contest! Come see some of the best artistic talent from students in grades 7-12.
Imagine Yourself a Dancer!
Presented by Huntington Academy of Dance and Ballet Etudes – Huntington Beach at Huntington Academy of Dance, Huntington Beach
May 2, 2015
Participants will take a dance class, take a photo, create a craft, talk with dancers about classes, shoes and performing, and watch a live show presented by Ballet Etudes Youth Ballet…more
Jazz at the Palm Court
Presented by City of Irvine at Palm Court Arts Complex, Orange County Great Park, Irvine
May 9, 2015
Imagine jazz ensembles from local middle schools and high schools jammin’ in one of the most scenic outdoor music venues in all of Orange County. Jazz at the Palm Court promises to be a…more
Legally Blonde, the Musical
Presented by Mission Viejo High School Performing Arts at Mission Viejo High School Theater, Mission Viejo
April 30 – May 9, 2015
With a peppy score and playful book, this fun musical is ridiculously enjoyable from start to finish. Best suited for ages 14+.
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May Day Festival
Presented by Bowers Kidseum at Bowers Kidseum, Santa Ana
May 3, 2015
Bring the kids and come experience the newly renovated Kidseum! Highlights include hands-on art projects, a Glow Cave, and the Green Screen Time Machine.
Bowers Kidseum is a proud partner…more
May Faire
Presented by Waldorf School of Orange County at Waldorf School of Orange County, Costa Mesa
May 2, 2015
The annual May Faire is a beautiful old-time festival in celebration of Spring. Guests may watch maypole dancing performed by students and take part in folk dancing. There are…more
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OC Fair Imaginology
Presented by OC Fair and Event Center at OC Fair and Event Center, Costa Mesa
April 24 – April 26, 2015
The OC Fair & Event Center invites students and their families to go “Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead” during the 2nd annual Imaginology. Enjoy three days of competitions, exhibits and…more
Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensemble Season Finale
Presented by Pacific Symphony at Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Costa Mesa
May 10, 2015
Pacific Symphony Youth Wind Ensemble’s Season Finale features a colorful, innovative array of “Collaborations,” which include Frank Ticheli’s Blue Shades, Katoh’s Madrid…more
Packing House Piano On Fire
Presented by Anaheim Packing District at Anaheim Packing District, Anaheim
May 16, 2015
Local children and artists will perform their own pieces on the main mezzanine stage’s custom piano inside the hip Packing District.
Anaheim Packing District is a proud partner…more
Pageant of the Arts
Presented by McGaugh Elementary School – Pageant of the Arts at McGaugh Elementary School, Seal Beach
April 24 – April 25, 2015
Pageant of the Arts is an award winning performance in which 10 huge famous works of art are showcased on stage while fifth grade students perform choreographed dances to original composed music…more
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Paint with the Pros
Presented by Orange County Fine Arts, Inc and Showcase Gallery at Orange County Fine Arts Showcase Gallery, Santa Ana
May 2, 2015
Paint, draw, sculpt, and make beautiful art with professional artists from Orange County Fine Arts Studios and Galleries in our Classroom/Workshop area. This is a wonderful event for kids up…more
Photography Show
Presented by Imagination Celebration at South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa
April 30 – May 11, 2015
Both traditional and digital photography are showcased in this art exhibition featuring the works of students in grades K-12. The exhibition is featured in the Crate & Barrel wing of the…more
Princess & Superhero Fun Day
Presented by Festival Ballet Theatre at Southland Ballet Academy, Fountain Valley
May 9, 2015
Come dressed as your favorite princess or superhero and learn how to dance like them followed by crafts and face painting. This fun-filled dance experience concludes with a live ballet…more
Princess & Superhero Fun Day
Presented by Festival Ballet Theatre at Southland Ballet Academy Irvine Studio, Irvine
May 2, 2015
Come dressed as your favorite princess or superhero and learn how to dance like them followed by crafts and face painting. This fun-filled dance experience concludes with a live ballet…more
Soka University’s 14th Annual International Festival
Presented by Soka University at Soka University Founders Hall, Aliso Viejo
May 2, 2015
Come enjoy international food, over 900 dancers and musicians performing continuously on three stages, art exhibitions, ceramic sales and demonstrations, games, inflatable rides and over 250…more
Student Night
Presented by Orange County Museum of Art at Orange County Museum of Art (OCMA), Newport Beach
May 8, 2015
Come to this fun, free night created for students by students. Student Night is filled with the rebellious spirit of OCMA’s Alien She exhibition, with live roller derby, hands-on…more
Superheroes in the City!
Presented by Pretend City Children’s Museum at Pretend City Children’s Museum, Irvine
April 28, 2015
From the past to present, superheroes have captured the attention and love of children. We spent the day drawing our favorites, playing with action figures, or creating our own comic strips. Their…more
The 14th Annual Young Authors’ Faire
Presented by Orange County Department of Education
May 16, 2015
The Young Authors’ Faire includes opportunities for student authors to showcase their work, meet published authors, engage in writing activities and to learn about free community…more
The Fire of Flamenco Dance
Presented by Claudia de la Cruz Flamenco Institute at Grand Central Art Center, Santa Ana
May 2, 2015
Experience the passion of flamenco dance and history. Watch live performances by dancers and musicians. Let out your dance spirit and learn some flamenco steps with our gracious…more
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The Golden Years of Synchro
Presented by Meraquas of Irvine at William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center, Irvine
May 1, 2015
The Meraquas of Irvine Synchronized Swim Team presents their annual watershow! Synchro is a rapidly growing sport that combines swimming, dance, and gymnastics and demands incredible strength,…more
Wild
Presented by The Drawing Board at The Drawing Board, Yorba Linda
May 23, 2015
A public exhibition of visual art created for the theme WILD. Come see the works from children ages 2-18 and non-professional adult artists who used their imagination to express themselves….more
Young Masters Art Show
Presented by Assistance League of Irvine at Irvine Civic Center, Irvine
May 2 – May 14, 2015
This fine art exhibition features the artworks from nearly 500 students from Irvine public schools.
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