Family events in Costa Mesa, CA

Beach City Provisions hosts a live performance by Legends of Rock. The event is open to all ages, and pets are welcome.

Settle into the weekend with live music under the open summer sky. Each Friday night brings a fresh soundtrack to the center, ranging from high energy DJ sets and danceable covers to mellow jazz and rich vocals. This evening spotlights Jazz Night with Laurence Juber and Christena Rich near H&M. Pick up dinner, catch a set, then wander and see where the melodies lead. Programming depends on the weather and may change or be canceled without advance notice.

Brace for the Team Mini Car Demolition Derby, where pint-sized beaters charge like bulls, collide, and crumple in a fast-paced blast of automotive mayhem. Tickets include admission to the 2026 OC Fair on the same day.

The Jeffrey Craig Project performs live on the OC Fair’s Plaza Stage. The show takes place at the Orange County Fairgrounds.

This free outdoor concert is part of the city’s summer series at Mike Ward Community Park in Woodbridge, featuring live music across a range of genres. No tickets or pre-registration are needed, and seating is first come, first served. Guests may bring picnic-style food or choose snacks from local food trucks. Low-back chairs and blankets are recommended, and dressing in layers helps with changing temperatures. Additional parking is available at Woodbridge High School and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Catch hard-hitting demolition derby action in the Action Sports Arena at the OC Fair. Each demolition derby ticket includes entry to the 2026 OC Fair on the same day, letting you enjoy the arena action and explore the fair in a single visit.

Enjoy a fun run through the OC Fair before public opening. Choose between a 5K and a 1.1 mile distance, and take part at your own pace by running, walking, or even skipping. This family friendly event welcomes participants of all ages.

Redneck Rodeo performs at SeaSalt Honky Tonk with Lola Kristine opening. The event is open to all ages and the venue is pet friendly. VIP reservations are available through the venue.

In the Action Sports Arena at the OC Fair, this Demolition Derby brings a hard-hitting, no-rules showdown filled with high-energy collisions and nonstop excitement. Tickets for the Demolition Derby also provide same day entry to the 2026 OC Fair.

Young creators spend the week building in Minecraft, progressing from simple structures to ambitious projects like castles and sprawling cities. Daily team challenges, collaborative builds, and creative workshops help develop design skills, problem solving, and cooperation. Activities include exploring Creative Mode and experimenting with Redstone to bring imaginative ideas to life in a hands-on setting. Early drop off and late pick up are provided. This camp is designed for ages 7 to 15.

Designed for students in grades 3 through 8, this intensive color sketching camp blends fine art, digital creation, and hands-on projects to turn imagination into practical skills. Participants dive into color, lighting, and surface detail while learning to render a wide range of materials. Instruction includes studies of still life arrangements and animal portraiture, with guided practice in hatching, shading, and the fundamentals of color theory. Working with traditional media and digital tools such as Procreate, campers examine how illumination, form, and negative space define what we see. Subjects span flowing fabric, decorative vessels, and the human figure. By the end, students build confidence in portraying convincing textures and vivid color, strengthening their foundation in art, storytelling, and design.

Coach Juan leads tennis summer camps at University Community Park in Irvine for children ages 5 to 14. The weekly cost is $240. An all-day option is also offered and includes chess.

At Harbour View Park, this weeklong camp invites children ages 5 to 12 to dive into chemistry through playful, hands-on activities. Participants will combine materials, watch fizzy reactions, and conduct simple experiments while investigating how acids and bases behave. They will create slime, grow crystals, and learn the recipe behind their slime creations. By the end of the week, each camper takes home a personal chemistry set to continue exploring.

Welcome D23 at the World Taste of Anaheim Packing District, a fun, all-ages food and beverage event where you can explore tastings across the district. Doors open at 4:00 PM, and the event runs until 9:00 PM. Free parking is available, and tickets are nonrefundable.

Enjoy friendly bingo at Polly’s Pies Restaurant & Bakery in Huntington Beach, with chances to win prizes throughout the event. Order dinner and treat yourself to a slice of pie while you play. Come with friends or family, or drop in solo, for a lighthearted outing built around classic games and good food.

Motorhome Madness turns family vacation vehicles from cozy glamping rides into smash-ready contenders in a hard-hitting demolition battle. The action happens in the Action Sports Arena. Each ticket also includes admission to the Fair on the same day.

Minivans collide in a demolition derby at the Action Sports Arena at the OC Fair, with crunching impacts, bent bumpers, and roaring engines. The event also comes with free same-day OC Fair admission.