PICK OF THE MONTH: 14th Anniversary Jamboree! At The Cube Saturday, March 14 Parenting OC returns to Discovery Cube with its Kids’ Summer Opportunities Jamboree event. This is the fifth year the iconic Orange County family destination has partnered with Parenting OC to host the summer-fun planning extravaganza. From 10 am-3 pm, this free event presents a […]
Editor’s Picks: January 2020
PICK OF THE MONTH: California Adventure’s Lunar New Year CelebrationFriday, January 17 – Sunday, February 9 At California Adventure, Lunar New Year is all about the mouse — the Year of the Mouse to be exact. You can celebrate Year of the Mouse with multicultural activities that salute Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean cultures. Guests will […]
Editor’s Picks: November 2019
PICK OF THE MONTH: Holidays at the Disneyland ResortFriday, November 8 – Monday, January 6 “World of Color — Season of Light” again illuminates evenings at California Adventure, where you can also experience Disney Festival of Holidays and Santa’s Holiday Visits. Disneyland presents the festive “A Christmas Fantasy” parade and “Believe…in Holiday Magic” fireworks spectacular, […]
Orange County Outdoor Summer Family Fun Guide
Northern Orange County Disneyland It’s an attraction that requires little introduction in Orange County—or any other part of the world, for that matter. Disneyland is a place where families can embark on a magical adventure in a parallel universe filled with life-sized mice and smiling princesses. The park’s many attractions include rollercoasters, slow rides for […]
Big Themed Attractions for the Entire Family in Orange County
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge A new, otherworldly experience like no other has landed in a galaxy not so far away. The much-anticipated Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened to an enthusiastic public on May 31 at Disneyland Park in Anaheim. “It’s Star Tours on steroids at a level you can’t possibly believe,” said “Star Wars” films […]
Editor’s Picks: July 2019
PICK OF THE MONTH Wednesday – Sunday, July 12 – August 11 You can explore “Acres of Fun” (that’s also this year’s theme) at the OC Fair. From carnival rides to rodeos; animal competitions to Moto-X racing; acrobats to karaoke—everyone will have many things to enjoy. And don’t forget all the sweet and savory (and […]
Editor’s Picks: June 2019
PICK OF THE MONTHDuck-A-Thon May 31 to June 2 More than 2,500 tiny rubber ducks will be battling for prizes in this unique competition. The first 60 ducks to reach shore after being dropped from the pier will win a prize for their owners. The first place winner wins $1,000. However, the real winners of […]
Editor’s Picks: March 2019
PICK OF THE MONTH 48th Annual Dana Point Festival of Whales March 2-3, 9-10 This whale-sized festival crams an incredible number of events into two weekends at Dana Point Harbor during the gray whale’s annual winter migratory ritual. The Festival of Whales Parade kicks off the festivities on Saturday, March 2 at 10 a.m. Attendees […]
Editor’s Picks: February 2019
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Editor’s Picks: January 2019
PICK OF THE MONTH – SAVE THE DATE Ocean Institute’s Jazz Festival Friday, March 29 – Saturday, March 30 A March event in January? Yes, because tickets go on sale this month for this amazing parents’ night out. The Jazz Festival is Ocean Institute’s biggest fundraiser of the year with proceeds directly going to their […]