Places to take the kids — parks, libraries, museums, farms, indoor play spaces, and experience venues. We add more over time.
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Experience Outdoor Anaheim Ages 2–10 years (for ages 12 and under)
A small amusement park for ages 2–10. About 17 rides, shows, and attractions, with unlimited rides included in admission. Great for a child's first amusement park.
🕒 Usual (off-season) Thu/Fri 10:00am–5:00pm, Sat/Sun 11:00am–8:00pm (closed Mon–Wed). Open daily in summer. Confirm officially before visiting.
🎟 Admission about $26.95 (under 12 months free). Unlimited rides included. Free parking.
📍 1238 S Beach Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92804
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Farm & Zoo Outdoor Costa Mesa Free admission Ages Family-friendly / all ages
A 3-acre working farm inside the OC Fairgrounds. Meet livestock (chickens, rabbits, goats, sheep, pigs, cows), vegetable and fruit gardens, and the Millennium Barn. Free admission.
🕒 Mon–Fri 1:00–4:00pm, Sat/Sun 10:00am–4:00pm (closed on holidays and all-facility events).
🎟 Free admission, no reservation needed. Closed on holidays and during large events.
📍 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Museum & Science Indoor Santa Ana Ages 15 months to 12 years
Hands-on science center in Santa Ana for ages 15 months to 12 years. Open daily, with on-site dining (Lunch Lab) and a shop.
🕒 Daily 10:00am–5:00pm.
🎟 Paid. Children (14 and under) about $23, adults about $26. Parking $10/day.
📍 2500 N Main St, Santa Ana, CA 92705
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Park Outdoor Orange Free admission Ages Family-friendly / all ages
A large regional park in the city of Orange. OC Zoo, pony rides, the Irvine Park Railroad, boat and bike rentals, a lake, and more.
🕒 Park daily 6:00am–6:00pm. OC Zoo weekdays 10:00am–3:30pm, weekends 10:00am–4:30pm. Pony rides closed Mondays.
🎟 Free admission. Parking $3 weekdays / $5 weekends (up to $7 on special days). OC Zoo $2 (age 3+; under 3 free); pony rides and railroad cost extra.
📍 1 Irvine Park Rd, Orange, CA 92869
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Park Outdoor Fountain Valley Free admission Ages Family-friendly / all ages
A 607-acre regional park in Fountain Valley. Fishing/boating ponds, playgrounds, nature areas, sports facilities, an archery range, and more.
🕒 Opens daily at 7:00am. Closing varies by season, 6:00pm (fall/winter) to 9:00pm (spring/summer).
🎟 Free admission. Parking $3 weekdays / $5 weekends (varies on special days).
📍 16801 Euclid St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
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Library Indoor Mission Viejo Free admission Ages All ages (children's programs)
Mission Viejo City Library. Children's services and other kids' programs. Free admission.
🕒 Mon–Thu 10:00am–9:00pm, Fri 1:00–5:00pm, Sat 10:00am–5:00pm, Sun 12:00–5:00pm.
🎟 Free admission.
📍 100 Civic Center, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Library Indoor Newport Beach Free admission Ages All ages (children's programs)
Newport Beach City Library, central branch. Children's services, story time, and other kids' programs. Free admission.
🕒 Mon–Thu 9:00am–9:00pm, Fri/Sat 9:00am–6:00pm, Sun 12:00–5:00pm.
🎟 Free admission.
📍 1000 Avocado Ave, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Park Outdoor Irvine Free admission Ages Family-friendly / all ages
A large park in Irvine. Hot-air balloon, a farm, sports facilities, galleries, and more. Admission and parking generally free.
🕒 Daily 6:00am–10:00pm. Balloon, farm, sports, galleries, and more.
🎟 Free admission; parking generally free (excludes Wild Rivers and premium parking).
📍 8000 Great Park Blvd, Irvine, CA 92618
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Indoor Play Indoor Buena Park Ages Infants/toddlers to children
A large indoor playground of about 15,000 sq ft. Three-story play structures and slides, plus a Little Ones area for infants and toddlers. Great for rainy or scorching days.
🕒 Mon–Thu 10:00am–8:00pm, Fri/Sat 10:00am–9:00pm, Sun 10:00am–8:00pm.
🎟 Paid (tickets). Please check prices on the official site.
📍 6924 Beach Blvd K-131, Buena Park, CA 90621
Museum & Science Indoor Irvine Ages Infants to elementary
Children's museum in Irvine. Pretend play and hands-on experiences in a kid-sized 'city.' For infants through elementary (Baby Steps, Toddler Town, etc.).
🕒 Tue–Sun 10:00am–4:00pm (closed Mon).
🎟 Paid (tickets). Members enter early Wed–Sat at 9:00am.
📍 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618
Farm & Zoo Outdoor Irvine Free admission Ages Family-friendly / all ages
A pick-your-own farm in Irvine. A farm stand (free admission) plus harvest tours like strawberry picking, a barnyard (animal petting), and seasonal festivals.
🕒 Daily 9:00am–5:00pm. Experience tours are seasonal and require reservations.
🎟 The farm-stand market is free. Harvest tours, barnyard, etc. are paid (tickets required).
📍 5380 3/4 University Drive, Irvine, CA 92612
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Library Indoor Irvine Free admission Ages All ages (programs for infants/toddlers)
Irvine City Library, Heritage Park branch. Transferred from OC Public Libraries to the city in July 2025. Children's programs such as story time. Free admission.
🕒 Mon–Thu 10:00am–8:00pm, Fri–Sun 9:00am–5:00pm.
🎟 Free admission.
📍 14361 Yale Avenue, Irvine, CA 92604
Farm & Zoo Outdoor Santa Ana Ages Family-friendly / all ages
Zoo plus rides and a playground. Story time and an ECO center too.
🕒 Daily 10:00am–4:00pm (rides Fri/Sat/Sun).
🎟 General $14, age 3–12 $11, under 2 free
📍 1801 East Chestnut Avenue, Santa Ana, CA 92701
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Museum & Science Indoor La Habra Ages Family-friendly / all ages
Children's exhibits for play and exploration. Field trips and birthday parties too.
🕒 Tue–Sat from 10:00am (Fri to 4:00pm / Sat to 5:00pm), Sun 1:00–5:00pm (closed Mon).
🎟 $12 (under 2 free; EBT/WIC discount)
📍 301 S Euclid Street, La Habra, CA 90631
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