Kid-Friendly World

Sea Country Festival
2025-08-22 08:00 - 2025-08-24 17:00 UTC | Dorine and El Lazo, El Lazo & Dorine RdLaguna Niguel, CA 92677
Join us for a weekend filled with vibrant entertainment and unforgettable memories! The Sea Country Festival offers a perfect opportunity for residents and visitors alike to unwind and enjoy the last rays of summer together. In addition to the lively music and thrilling rides, families can take part in interactive games, artisan craft booths, and a variety of delicious food vendors serving up local favorites. Don’t forget to dress in your best themed attire for each night’s celebration—whether it’s glowing accessories for the “Glow Pop Party!”, casual family wear for “Family Fun Night,” or beach-inspired outfits for the “Beach Party Bash!” This community gathering promises to be a highlight of the season, bringing everyone together for fun, laughter, and a true sense of camaraderie.

Florida Kids and Family Expo 2025
2025-08-23 - 2025-08-24 | Orange County Convention Center – West Concourse, Hall C, Orlando, FL
Dates: August 23–24, 2025
Location: Orange County Convention Center – West Concourse, Hall C, Orlando, FL
Focus: Comprehensive family resources, entertainment, and interactive activities
Details: Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this two-day indoor expo features over 200 exhibitors offering information on education, health, sports, and more. Families can enjoy live entertainment, character meet-and-greets, petting zoos, and various interactive zones.

Dana Point Classic Car Show
2025-08-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Del Prado Avenue, Del Prado Avenue Dana Point, CA 92629 United States
Whether you’re a seasoned car enthusiast or simply looking for a fun day out in the sun, the Dana Point Classic Car Show offers something for everyone. Visitors can wander through rows of beautifully restored vintage vehicles, muscle cars, and exotic classics, all showcasing the craftsmanship and passion of their owners. The lively atmosphere is complemented by live music performances, engaging vendor booths, and interactive displays that give attendees a closer look at automotive history and innovation. Don’t forget to cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award and make your voice heard! With so much to see and do, the Dana Point Classic Car Show promises a memorable day filled with community spirit, horsepower, and good old-fashioned fun.

Symphony in the Park: Celebrating Grandparents Day
2025-08-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Oso Grande Park, 28135 Covenant Hills Dr, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694, 28135 Covenant Hills Dr, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
This extraordinary event will bring families, neighbors, and friends together in a way like never before! Join us for this Symphony in the Park is a grand celebration of Grandparents Day. This is not your typical event – it’s an experience that will ignite joy, create lasting memories, and strengthen the bonds that connect generations. Symphony in the Park is for everyone, no matter your age! It’s a time to cherish the special relationship between grandparents and children, a bond that brings immeasurable joy and resilience to both generations. Get ready to embrace the magic of family connections and spend quality time together. LARCS has arranged a spectacular concert by the Pacific Symphony, filling the air with enchanting melodies that will transport you to a world of harmony. The music will touch your heart and leave you feeling inspired. Remember, registration is required for this event, but here’s the best part: it’s absolutely free! So don’t hesitate to secure your spot and embark on this remarkable journey of togetherness and celebration. Symphony in the Park is here to create unforgettable memories and strengthen the ties that bind us as a community. Join us and experience the magic firsthand. We thank the State of California and State Senator David Min for his advocacy to receive the funding for this concert.

This event also offers additional family-friendly activities, including arts and crafts stations, storytelling corners, and interactive games, all designed to enhance the celebration and make it a truly memorable day for kids and seniors alike. Whether you’re dancing to the live orchestra or simply relaxing on the grass, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Bring your picnic blankets and snacks, and prepare to immerse yourself in a festive atmosphere filled with love, laughter, and beautiful music. Don’t miss this chance to honor the cherished moments with your grandparents and create new memories that will last a lifetime.

Ohana Festival 2025
2025-09-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Drive Dana Point, CA 92629 United States
As the sun sets over the sandy shores, attendees can soak in the laid-back atmosphere that has become synonymous with Ohana Festival. In addition to the incredible live performances, festival-goers can explore a range of food vendors offering local cuisine, browse unique crafts from art vendors, and participate in wellness activities designed to enhance the festival experience. With its picturesque location and carefully curated lineup, Ohana Festival 2025 promises to be an unforgettable weekend for music lovers and families alike. Stay tuned for more updates, including ticket sales and the full lineup announcement, so you can plan your perfect festival getaway.

Long Beach Marathon
2025-10-03 08:00 - 2025-10-04 17:00 | Downtown Long Beach, E Shoreline Dr Long Beach, California 90802
Participants can look forward to a lively expo at the Long Beach Convention Center, where vendors showcase the latest in running gear, health and wellness products, and local refreshments. The event fosters a vibrant atmosphere, giving runners and spectators alike a chance to connect and gear up for race day. On race morning, the city’s streets come alive with energy as thousands of runners from around the world set off on their journey along the scenic routes, passing iconic landmarks and the shimmering shoreline. Spectators line the course, cheering on participants and adding to the celebratory spirit. Beyond the marathon itself, the weekend features fun runs suitable for all ages and fitness levels, making it a family-friendly event that welcomes everyone to join in the excitement. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a first-time participant, the Long Beach Marathon offers an unforgettable experience rooted in community pride and coastal beauty.

Annual Walk Against Drugs
2025-10-18 08:00 - 12:00
This meaningful event serves as a vital reminder of the community’s collective effort to promote a drug-free lifestyle and support those affected by substance abuse. Community leaders, law enforcement officers, students, families, and local residents come together to reinforce the importance of prevention, education, and healthy choices. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in informative workshops and resource booths that offer guidance, support services, and tools for parents and youth alike. By coming together in this empowering setting, attendees help strengthen the social fabric of Mission Viejo and Orange County, fostering resilience and hope for a brighter, drug-free future.

Harvest Festival
2025-10-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Founders Park, 28275 Avendale Blvd, Ladera Ranch CA 92694, 28275 Avendale Blvd, Ladera Ranch CA 92694
As the afternoon unfolds, keep an eye out for our special pumpkin patch, where you can pick the perfect pumpkin to take home and carve your own masterpiece. Don’t miss the live storytelling sessions that enchant children and adults alike, immersing everyone in tales of autumn adventures. For those interested in learning new skills, participate in our DIY craft workshops—whether it’s making your own fall wreath or customizing autumn-themed gifts. And to wrap up the day, join us for the evening glow parade, where lanterns and floats light up the streets in a dazzling display of community spirit. There’s truly something for everyone to enjoy as we celebrate this vibrant season together!

Winter Fest
2025-12-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Town Green, 28801 Sienna Pkwy, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694, 28801 Sienna Pkwy, Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
Don’t miss the delightful holiday carousel and the festive train ride, both perfect for adding some extra cheer to your day. Kids and adults alike can enjoy cozying up with warm beverages from our seasonal vendors, or browsing the unique handcrafted gifts at the craft fair—ideal for finding that special present for loved ones. Capture festive photos at our themed photo booths or participate in our holiday-themed contests to win exciting prizes. As you make your way through the merriment, be sure to check out the decorative light displays that transform the park into a winter wonderland, creating a magical backdrop for your holiday memories. Whether you’re here for the entertainment, the shopping, or simply to soak in the joyful atmosphere, Winter Fest promises a day full of warmth, wonder, and holiday cheer for everyone.

The Childrens Show
2026-02-08 00:00 - 2026-02-09 00:00
A boutique B2B event centered on childrens apparel and related categories. The Childrens Show is well-suited for brands and buyers who prefer a curated, fashion-forward setting. It can be a strong place to explore partnerships for childrens retail, brand storytelling, and product collaborations.

Playtime and Kids Hub New York
2026-02-08 00:00 - 2026-02-10 00:00
A focused trade show for kids fashion and lifestyle brands serving the US market. Playtime is useful if you want to connect childrens apparel and lifestyle products with retail distribution, brand collaborations, or curated product discovery. It is smaller than Toy Fair, but often more targeted for fashion and lifestyle categories.

Toy Fair New York
2026-02-14 00:00 - 2026-02-17 00:00
The iconic global toy industry gathering where products, partnerships, and trends take off under one roof. Toy Fair is a must-watch for anyone tracking toys, games, kids entertainment tie-ins, and retail buying. It is where manufacturers, buyers, inventors, and entertainment executives converge, making it useful for both product sourcing and licensing conversations.

Kidscreen Summit
2026-02-22 00:00 - 2026-02-25 00:00
A major business summit for kids content, distribution, and licensing across animation, streaming, and consumer products. Kidscreen Summit is where childrens media decision-makers meet: producers, buyers, distributors, streaming teams, and licensing leaders. It is especially relevant if you care about how childrens brands are built across content, products, and experiences.

SXSW EDU
2026-03-09 00:00 - 2026-03-12 00:00
A major conference and expo at the intersection of education, technology, creativity, and youth learning. SXSW EDU is strong for fresh ideas, new tools, and cross-sector networking, including youth development and student-centered experiences. It is also a useful scouting ground for speakers, partners, and trends that later spread into schools and community programs.

MEGACON Orlando
2026-03-19 00:00 - 2026-03-22 00:00
A major family-friendly fandom event covering comics, anime, gaming, and celebrity programming. MEGACON is relevant to childrens experiences because it blends entertainment, interactivity, and community, which are increasingly central to youth culture. If you are exploring kid-friendly event design, it is a strong reference point for programming density, themed zones, and experience-based engagement.

WonderCon
2026-03-27 00:00 - 2026-03-29 00:00
A large West Coast convention with comics, toys, family programming, and a strong pop culture marketplace. WonderCon is a practical, more accessible counterpart to Comic-Con for many families and exhibitors. It can be a good place to test youth-focused activations, fandom-adjacent educational ideas, and partnerships with creators.

ASU+GSV Summit
2026-04-12 00:00 - 2026-04-15 00:00
A flagship edtech and learning innovation event spanning early learning through workforce and lifelong learning. ASU+GSV is one of the best US hubs for seeing what is coming in learning technology, including AI-driven tools, platforms, and content ecosystems. If your children-focused initiatives touch digital products, learning analytics, or partnerships with education companies, it is highly relevant.

LA Spring Preview
2026-04-20 00:00 - 2026-04-24 00:00
A market-week format for toy industry meetings and showroom appointments in the LA toy corridor. LA Spring Preview is more appointment-driven than expo-floor driven, making it practical for deeper meetings with manufacturers and buyers. It is a good complement to Toy Fair if you want sustained deal flow and relationship-building throughout the year.

ABC Kids Expo
2026-05-13 00:00 - 2026-05-15 00:00
A leading B2B marketplace for baby and children products, where retailers and brands meet to source what is next. ABC Kids Expo is best for baby gear, juvenile products, apparel, gifts, and new product launches, with a strong retailer-manufacturer matchmaking focus. It is designed for industry professionals rather than the general public, and it is one of the fastest ways to scan emerging brands and trends in one place.

Licensing Expo
2026-05-19 00:00 - 2026-05-21 00:00
The biggest brand licensing dealmaking event, including major kids entertainment and consumer products licensing. Licensing Expo is where character brands, studios, and consumer product companies negotiate the partnerships that later show up as toys, apparel, back-to-school, games, and family experiences. If your work touches IP, collaborations, or franchise extensions, this is the key US event.

FAN EXPO Philadelphia
2026-05-22 00:00 - 2026-05-24 00:00
A large regional convention with strong youth and family attendance. FAN EXPO events are useful benchmarks for youth-facing experiences, vendor marketplaces, and community-driven programming. They also illustrate how licensed goods and creator economies operate in real time.

FAN EXPO Dallas
2026-06-12 00:00 - 2026-06-14 00:00
A major Texas-based fan convention with wide programming for teens and families. This event is a good reference if you are studying how family audiences navigate big multi-track conventions. It is also a useful scouting space for partnerships with creators, youth communities, and interactive vendors.

ISTELive 26
2026-06-28 00:00 - 2026-07-01 00:00
The leading US edtech conference for educators and solution providers. ISTELive is especially practical if you want to understand what schools actually adopt and how teachers use technology in real settings. For kid-focused IT products, learning platforms, and school partnerships, this is often more implementation-oriented than investor-oriented events.

Comic-Con International San Diego
2026-07-23 00:00 - 2026-07-26 00:00
The largest pop culture convention in the US, including major family programming and licensed goods ecosystems. Comic-Con is important for childrens brands because it is where entertainment, fandom, and consumer products collide at scale. If you track licensing, youth culture, or family entertainment trends, this is a powerful barometer of what is rising.

FAN EXPO Boston
2026-08-14 00:00 - 2026-08-16 00:00
One of the largest FAN EXPO events in the Northeast, often drawing multi-generational audiences. For childrens brands, FAN EXPO Boston is a strong example of how fandom creates sustained demand for licensed products and experiences. It can also inspire programming ideas for kid-friendly zones, workshops, and community-building.

FAN EXPO Chicago
2026-08-28 00:00 - 2026-08-30 00:00
A major Midwest fandom convention with strong family and teen participation. FAN EXPO Chicago is useful for seeing what youth audiences engage with across comics, anime, games, and creators, and how that translates into vendor ecosystems and experiential programming.

LA Fall Preview
2026-09-14 00:00 - 2026-09-25 00:00
A longer market-week window for toy showroom previews and coordinated industry events. LA Fall Preview is built for planning and line reviews ahead of key retail periods. If you are building partnerships across toys, kids goods, or family experiences, this is a high-signal environment for serious buyer conversations.

New York Comic Con
2026-10-08 00:00 - 2026-10-11 00:00
A massive East Coast fan convention with strong family zones and major entertainment and product ecosystems. NYCC is valuable for understanding what kids and teens are excited about across entertainment, games, and creators, and how that turns into merchandise and experiences. It is also a strong place to watch youth-oriented community engagement tactics at scale.

NAEYC Annual Conference and Expo
2026-12-05 00:00 - 2026-12-08 00:00
The largest US gathering for early childhood education professionals and the early learning ecosystem. NAEYC is highly relevant for anyone building services, programs, or environments for younger children, including community-based initiatives. It is a strong venue for credibility-building and partnerships with early learning organizations and practitioners.
