Earth Day Events and Activities
Many free Earth Day events run mid April through May

Volunteer opportunities, hikes, festivals and more!

Earth Day is April 22 (and National Arbor Day is April 26!), but there are many celebrations and events throughout the month of April

LOCATION:
Various locations and dates. Click above for listings

Good To Go Fair at Pretend City Children’s Museum - Irvine
Saturday, April 18, 2026
9 am - 1 pm

Pretend City Children’s Museum Good To Go Fair: A FREE Family-Friendly Event! This FREE event is perfect for families with children ages 0-5. Enjoy a variety of activities, resources, and services designed to support your child’s development and overall well-being.

Screenings Available: Check your child’s developmental milstones and receive valuable insights into their growth, Vision Screenings: Detect early signs of vision issues to ensure your child’s eyes are healthy, Dental Screenings: Keep your child’s smile bright and healthy with a free dental check-up, Assess your child’s emotional well-being and get support for their mental health. And more!

LOCATION:
Pretend City
29 Hubble
Irvine, CA 92618

Neurodivergent Family Night - Irvine
April 14, 2026
5-7 pm

Neurodivergent Family Night creates a chance for families with children and their parents, siblings or caretakers to enjoy The City together in an environment that is designed to be sensory-friendly.

Cost: Free (Must RSVP)

Upcoming Dates:
April 23, 2026
May 12, 2026
May 28, 2026

LOCATION:
Pretend City Children’s Museum
29 Hubble
Irvine, CA

Bowers Museum's Cherry Blossom Festival
Sunday, April 19, 2026
11 am - 3 pm

Enjoy traditional music and dance, thrilling taiko drumming with audience participation, free cherry blossom–themed art projects and face painting, a special cherry pie treat, and live bonsai demonstrations and displays by Kofu Bonsai Kai.

Free Family Festivals are made possible with generous support from the Nicholas Endowment.

LOCATION:
Bowers Museum
2002 North Main Street
Santa Ana, CA 92706

Rancho Days Fiesta
May 2, 2026
11 am to 3 pm

Come explore the rich history of Orange County's rancho era through hands-on activities, crafts, music, dance and more!

Activities and performances include:
- Native American and Folklorico dancing
- Early California ranching hands-on activities and exhibitors
- Music, piñata breaking and crafts for children
- Charro horse riding and roping demonstrations
- Historic buildings open, courtesy of the Amigos de la Colina docents

Pets are welcome outdoors only on leashes no longer than six feet. Event and parking are free.

LOCATION:
Heritage Hill Historical Park
25151 Serrano Road, Lake Forest
949-923-2230

D. Yoder Free Family Sundays: Plein Air Day - San Clemente
Sunday, May 3, 2026
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Part of the California Art Club Orange County Chapter Exhibition

D. Yoder Family Sundays are held on the first Sunday of each month for activities and a program thematically based on Casa Romantica’s Casa Captivating programs for all ages.

LOCATION:
Casa Romantica
415 Avenida Granada
San Clemente, CA 92672

Anaheim Children's Festival - Anaheim
Saturday, May 16, 2026
11 am – 3 pm

The Anaheim Children’s Festival offers families and people of all ages the opportunity to enjoy exploring and making art together. The Children’s Festival includes booths, art projects, musical and performing groups, and plenty of fun for kids and families! All art activities are FREE to all participants!

The Anaheim Children’s Festival has been going strong for 33 years and it continues to grow under the umbrella of the Muzeo Museum and their commitment to the children of the Orange County area.

LOCATION:
Pearson Park
Lemon St. & Sycamore St.
Anaheim, CA

Balboa Island ArtWalk - Balboa
Sunday, May 17, 2026
9am to 5pm

Over a mile of art and live music!

Balboa Island ArtWalk features 90 artists exhibiting paintings, fine jewelry, blown glass, sculpture, and photography. Spectators will enjoy live music throughout the day on three stages along the walk Admission is free

LOCATION:
1000 South Bayfront
Balboa Island, CA

Pretend City presents: Family Autism Night
4th Thursday of the month
5-7pm

This special evening is an opportunity for children and their parents / siblings / caretakers to enjoy The City in a sensory-friendly environment, along with other families. Our community partners, who specialize in supporting the neurodiverse community will be on-hand to enrich your family’s play experience with welcoming smiles and practical support.

Specifically, for: Families with children of all ages from the neurodiverse community and with other disabilities. Pretend City will be closed to the public.

LOCATION:
Pretend City Children's Museum
29 Hubble
Irvine, CA

INFORMATION:
949.428.3900

Artists Village Art Walk - Santa Ana
First Saturday of the Month
6:00pm - 10:00pm.

Downtown Santa Ana comes alive with arts the first Saturday of each month when galleries, theatres, artists and performers in the Artists Village host a monthly Open House for the public. This free event attracts as many as 1500 individuals who come from throughout Los Angeles and Orange County to walk more than 150 participating studios and galleries located in historic buildings in the heart of downtown Santa Ana.

INFORMATION:
714-571-4229

Bolsa Chica Conservancy - Free 1st Saturday Tour - Huntington Beach
1st Saturday of the month
9 am - 10:30 am

Free First Saturday Tour offers an exceptional on-site presentation of the Bolsa Chica Story. On the first Saturday of each month, their docents gather at the south lot of the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve, across the street from the main entrance to Bolsa Chica State Beach. Docents are stationed on or near the footbridge, a truly magnificent entrance to the restored Bolsa Chica wetlands. Tours begin every 15 minutes and five areas of interest are included in the presentation: history, birds, endangered species, ecology and restoration.

This free tour is on a first come, first served basis.

LOCATION:
Bolsa Chica Conservancy
South lot of the Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve
3842 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach

Phone:
To reserve private tours, call (714) 840-1575

Hilbert Museum of California Art - Orange

Discover the Hilbert Museum, home to one of the world’s largest collections of California narrative art. With 26 galleries for rotating displays of the more than 5,000 oils, watercolors, illustrations, drawings, pieces of movie production art and more, there’s always something new to see for art fans of all ages! Visit our website to make your FREE reservation.

The Hilbert Museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00am to 5:00pm, and located in the heart of Old Towne Orange near the Orange Circle and across the street from the train station.

LOCATION:
167 N. Atchison Street
Orange, California

Dale Carnegie of Orange County Workshops - Santa Ana

For over a century, Dale Carnegie has been improving individual and business performance around the world through professional development and leadership training. Their unique approach to training is by enhancing organizational Emotional Intelligence with tailored professional development solutions and leadership training to help teams, departments, and organizations achieve performance goals.

Courses, seminars and fee workshops are available to help you find the best training to suit your needs on your schedule.

LOCATION:
1805 East Dyer Road
Santa Ana, California 92705

GLXYOGA

GLXYOGA offers FUN & FREE outdoor yoga classes in Orange County. Classes are held weekly at beaches and parks. Locations and times are announced through social media and SMS broadcast.

The yoga activities are suitable for all levels of experience, from beginner to advanced. Everyone is welcome. Anyone interested in participating can join the community by visiting the website, opting-in to the SMS updates, or following on social media. Private yoga classes are available for individuals and groups looking for a customized yoga or sound bath experience. Yoga & surf retreats are offered yearly to exotic destinations like Costa Rica, Bali Indonesia, and El Salvador.

Orange County Beaches

Except for parking fees, most beaches in Orange County have no charge for admittance. We have a list of some of our most popular beaches by following the link above.

Orange County Parks

Stroll through wilderness or hiking trails, follow an excercise course, watch the kids on the playground or simply and enjoy the fresh air and wildlife. Orange County parks have a lot to offer.

Click on the link above for some of our favorite parks. Except for some regional parks, there are no charge for admittance.