Kids Activities & Events Near Costa Mesa, CA

Jul 15 – Jul 22 · 5318 events · 1027 free

Family-friendly activities in Costa Mesa and within 50 miles — updated daily.

Also covering kids activities in: Mission Viejo, Long Beach, Norwalk, Yorba Linda, Tustin

Right now there are 268 kids events happening near Costa Mesa this week (53 free). That includes things happening at Cultural Arts Center, Friends Storytime Room, and Yorba Linda Parks & Recreation. Everything's within about 50 miles, including nearby Mission Viejo and Long Beach. Tap "Free", "Today", or "This Weekend" to narrow it down.

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Things to do with kids in Costa Mesa this week

Today — Wednesday, July 15

Wed, Jul 15 – Aug 12·6 PM – 6:45 PM

ALD

La Mirada • RMH Dance Studio · 18 mi

$60+ 🧒 Kids

Tomorrow — Thursday, July 16

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Monday, July 20

Mon, Jul 20 – Jul 24·9 AM – 9:25 AM

Level 1

Seal Beach • McGaugh Campus · 13 mi

$100+ 🧒 Kids Ages 5–16 Camp
Mon, Jul 20 – Jul 24·9 AM – 3 PM

Hunt Camp

Fullerton • Hunt Branch Library · 14 mi

$100+ 🧒 Kids 🏛️ Indoor Ages 5–12 Camp
Mon, Jul 20 – Jul 24·9:30 AM – 9:55 AM

Level 1

Seal Beach • McGaugh Campus · 13 mi

$100+ 🧒 Kids Ages 5–16 Camp
Mon, Jul 20 – Jul 24·10 AM – 10:25 AM

Level 2

Seal Beach • McGaugh Campus · 13 mi

$100+ 🧒 Kids Ages 5–16 Camp

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Questions about kids events in Costa Mesa

What are free kids events in Costa Mesa this week?

Yes, there are 1027 free kids events around Costa Mesa this week. Think library story times, park programs, and community days. Tap the "Free" filter at the top to see just those.

What are the best things to do with kids in Costa Mesa this weekend?

There are 53 family events on around Costa Mesa this weekend, from outdoor festivals to art classes and live shows. Tap "Sat" or "Sun" in the day tabs to see just those.

Are there summer camps and multi-day programs near Costa Mesa?

They show up as registration opens, usually spring into early summer. Tap the "Camps" filter and check back through the season as new ones get announced near Costa Mesa.

How far do the Costa Mesa event listings cover?

Everything's within about 50 miles of Costa Mesa, so you'll see events in town and in the surrounding area. Each card shows how far it is, so you can skip the long drives on days you're not up for them.

How often are Costa Mesa kids events updated?

Daily. We check local venue sites, parks departments, libraries, and community calendars around Costa Mesa every day, and the page refreshes through the day so you're seeing current listings.

Which venues have kids events in Costa Mesa this week?

This week's listings include Cultural Arts Center, Friends Storytime Room, and Yorba Linda Parks & Recreation. Each card shows how far the venue is and links to the source so you can check times and register.