Family events in Buena Park, CA

Car lovers and families gather at Buena Park Elks Lodge #2046 for a community celebration of classic automotive culture. Look forward to a showcase of classic, muscle, custom, and vintage vehicles, including standout VWs, along with music, raffle drawings, and trophies for notable entries. Lonnie’s Grill serves barbecue favorites such as burgers, hot dogs, and desserts, and the lodge also offers Inside Dinners. Everyone is welcome, no Elks membership is required, and there is no charge for spectators or exhibitors.

City of Fullerton’s Friday Night Live presents a throwback celebration of funk, smooth R&B, and New Jack Swing favorites performed by a high energy live band. Expect a steady flow of dance floor hits, big singalongs, and a feel good vibe all evening. Admission is free and the event welcomes families and friends. Bring chairs, blankets, and dancing shoes. The concert takes place at Fullerton Sports Complex.

Choose your distance with 5k, 10k, 15k, or half marathon options on a scenic course. Participants receive complimentary photos, and official results will be posted. Goodie bags are available. Walkers are welcome, and the atmosphere is family friendly. Group discounts are offered.

Celebrate the City of Anaheim Summer Concert Series at Pearson Park Amphitheatre with a performance by RED HOT TRIBUTE. Admission is free, and attendees of all ages are welcome.

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A community sharing market welcomes neighbors to Pearson Park in Anaheim, set up between the tennis courts, where everything is free. Money, bartering, and trading are not part of this event, and participants are invited to bring items that are clean, useful, and safe. Craft supplies, books, toys, clothing and shoes, plants, housewares, small furniture, electronics, and non-perishable food all make thoughtful contributions. Bring a blanket or tarp to display what you have. Please give people time and space to set up before browsing, avoid crowding, and plan to take home anything you brought that is not claimed to keep the park clean. Items picked up here should not be resold. Free services and skill sharing are encouraged, whether that is haircuts, nails, mending, simple repairs, crochet lessons, teaching a game, or yoga. A food and essentials drive runs alongside the exchange... give what you can and take what you need, with particular need for diapers size 3 and up, wipes, laundry detergent, and toilet paper. The event meets ADA standards and offers accessible restrooms, mostly flat ground with no steps, dedicated parking spots, a wheelchair ramp, and wide doorways and walkways.

An affordable pet vaccine clinic at Pet World features a mobile team providing vaccinations, microchipping, flea control, and additional services at budget-friendly prices. No appointment is required. For a smooth and safe visit, bring dogs on leashes and cats in carriers.

RemiX brings high energy to the Downtown Disney District with a vibrant mix of funk, R&B, and uplifting classics, setting the tone for a memorable evening with family and friends. Expect a lively show that invites clapping, dancing, and full-on participation in the RemiX vibe.

SC Tennis Academy brings a fun, skill-building summer tennis experience to El Dorado Park for youth ages 4 to 14. The camp focuses on solid technique, footwork, fitness, and match play within a welcoming, supportive atmosphere. Experienced coaches lead energetic drills and conditioning, incorporate ladder-style match play to grow competitive skills, and include a weekly mental skills session with a short questionnaire to round out player development. Families can choose weekly enrollment at $350 or a $75 daily drop-in option, and space is limited. Early-bird savings are available with codes SUMMER20, SUMMER15, and SUMMER10.

The PCH Explorers Summer Edition at 2ND & PCH features interactive experiences that encourage creativity and curiosity for young children. Each Kids Club gathering offers a fresh adventure with hands-on activities, crafts, games, entertainment and surprises in a lively coastal setting. Kids can meet new friends, play and learn while parents enjoy the atmosphere at 2ND & PCH. Activities are planned for a range of ages and interests. With shopping, dining and waterfront views close by, it is a relaxed way to spend a summer morning. RSVP details will be shared as the dates get closer.

Classic rock will fill the historic Shell at Recreation Park as The Emperors take the stage for the Summer at the Shell Tuesdays concert series. The Southern California band brings an energetic mix of favorites from the 60s, 70s, and beyond. Built in 1929, the Shell offers more than 600 bench seats along with a wide lawn area for blankets and low-back chairs. The atmosphere is family friendly and open to all ages, and admission is free. Picnic dinners and snacks are welcome, and dancers are encouraged to bring comfortable shoes. These free community concerts are presented by Live at The Shell, a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit, with support from sponsors and music lovers. Season sponsors include the Port of Long Beach, Councilmember Kristina Duggan of District 3, Supervisor Janice Hahn of Los Angeles County, the Zaferia Business Association, and Snoofla Sound LLC, which provides the professional stage and sound equipment. While there is no cost to attend, tax-deductible donations help cover performer fees, city permits, and the ongoing revitalization of this Long Beach landmark. Contributions may be made at the event.

A free summer matinee series features a variety of animated films for kids that focus on environmental themes. Screenings continue throughout the summer and are free to attend.

In 1898, Hiram Clay Kellogg built a grand residence that ranks among Orange County’s earliest Neoclassical Victorian homes, later gifting the mansion to his second wife, Helen. Guided by his love of tall ships, he created a striking three-story spiral staircase encircling a central mast and topped by a bottomless crow’s nest. Hiram died in 1921, and Helen remained for decades before passing away in the same house. Today, reports of unexplained activity suggest the Kellogg family may still linger within this uniquely designed mansion.