Activities in South Orange County

Ocean-inspired sensory play, sing-along circles, themed crafts and story time for children 0-2 and their grown-ups, presented by Ocean Institute at Rivian South Coast Theater.

Free early-literacy family program for children ages 0-8 featuring books, songs and social time..

Free kids art program with coloring, drawing and painting materials provided while supplies last..

Musical Theater class at Atomic Ballroom, Irvine, taught by Sari Anna Thomas. Schedule: Wednesdays 3:45 pm–4:45 pm. Sessions: 2026 Session 3: September 14 – December 10; full 12-week session..

Incorporates movement & music to relay emotions & tell stories.

Rated youth chess tournament for players who know how the pieces move.

Soccer for athletes with developmental disabilities focusing on ball handling, passing and shooting, followed by a game with another League team in the same age division. Schedule: Saturdays 8:30 am–9:30 am (Division 3). Sessions: Practices and games will be played on Saturdays, September 12 – November 21..

Soccer for athletes with developmental disabilities focusing on ball handling, passing and shooting, followed by a game with another League team in the same age division. Schedule: Saturdays 9:00 am–10:30 am (Division 2). Sessions: Practices and games will be played on Saturdays, September 12 – November 21..

Free 44th Annual Holiday Faire featuring around 100 local artists and makers, handmade gifts and live holiday music.

Guided tidepool exploration with Ocean Institute naturalists.

Easy-paced family hike of 2-3 miles round trip on a fairly flat trail in Round Canyon, watching for red-tailed hawks and mule deer.

Evening stargazing program at the Caspers Wilderness Park Nature Center, open to all ages.