Yes, it’s June already! How did that happen? Well, since summer is upon us, I’m sure you want to get out of the house and do something fun. And here are our ideas for free fun things to do this month.
June 2, 9 — Long Beach: Get onto the Queen Mary ship in Long Beach for free during the “Meet Me at the Mary” Tuesday happy hours form 4 to 8 p.m. in the Observation Bar (ages 21+). Live music and drink specials. Parking discounted to $10. You must reserve online in advance.1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach. queenmary.com
June 4 — Riverside: Enjoy an evening stroll at the Riverside ArtsWalk every first Thursday of the month, including free admission to the Riverside Art Museum (Julia Morgan Building) and The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture as well as many other downtown arts destinations. It takes place from 6 to 8 p.m. at 22 downtown locations including galleries, studios and more. Riverside Art Museum, 3425 Mission Inn Ave. Riverside, The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture, 3581 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside. riversideartscouncil.com/about-artswalk
June 5 — Brea: Bring your chairs and snacks and head to Carbon Canyon Regional Park for a free outdoor movie. “Lilo & Stitch,” sponsored by OC Parks Sunset Cinema. It begins at sunset, and events start at 6 p.m. 4442 Carbon Canyon Road, Brea. ocparks.com
June 6, 13, 20, 27 — Apple Valley: Check out the free Saturday Morning Beginner Golf Clinics at the Ashwood Golf Course and Grill. They include a one-hour group golf lesson, and a bucket of balls. Sign up for a free timed ticket at 8 a.m. or 9:15 a.m. Learn more and register at eventbrite.com/e/saturday-morning-beginner-golf-clinics-tickets-1246271855669. Don’t wait or all the slots will be gone. 10885 Apple Valley Road, Apple Valley.
June 10 — Costa Mesa: Got a baby? Like art? Want to get out of the house? If so, come to the UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art for the 11 a.m. Bring Your Own Baby Tour & Tea. This is a half-hour stroller tour for parents of infants ages one year and under to connect with each other and explore exhibitions. Afterward, enjoy a free cup of tea from the onsite cafe. This event is held the first Wednesday of the month. Tickets are free, required, and available online at ocma.art/calendar/bring-your-own-baby-tour-tea-june-26/. UC Irvine Langson Orange County Museum of Art, 3333 Avenue of the Arts, Costa Mesa.
June 12 — Brea: Bring your blanket, chairs and snacks and head to Carbon Canyon Regional Park for a free outdoor movie. “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,” sponsored by OC Parks Sunset Cinema. It begins at sunset, and events start at 6 p.m. Free admission and parking. 4442 Carbon Canyon Rd, Brea. ocparks.com
June 13 — Lancaster: Head to the General William J. Fox Airfield to view the free monthly display of classic, antique, and vintage aircraft. See the aircraft up close and meet and speak with their owners from 9 a.m. to noon. Admission and parking are free. For more information, please contact the airport manager’s office at 661-945-0078. 4725 William J. Barnes Ave., Lancaster. calendar.pw.lacounty.gov/event/aircraft-display-day-130/
June 13 — Pasadena: Calling all plant lovers. Take advantage of the chance to attend theThird Sundays Free Native Plant Classes by Artemisia Nursery. The class is from 9 to 11 a.m. It was created to teach people how to grow native plants from seed, cuttings, and more. Registered attendees can bring home seeds, cuttings, soil and pots. The class is taught by native plant expert and musician Antonio Sanchez. Arlington Garden, 275 Arlington Drive, Pasadena. eventbrite.com/e/arlington-garden-free-native-plant-classes-tickets-1990204736943
June 14 — Hollywood: Take in the 56th Annual LA Pride Parade, starting at 11 a.m. on Hollywood Boulevard between Highland Avenue and Cahuenga Boulevard. This event is always unique. Prepare for heavy traffic or arrive early. Then enjoy the free Pride Village street festival from 12:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This features a live music stage, a full-service bar, giveaways and lots more. lapride.org/2026-events/
June 19, 23, 26, 30 — Redlands: This city really knows how to celebrate summer with their Redlands Bowl Summer Music Festival — “Music Under the Stars” and, amazingly enough, it’s all free. June 19: Yacht Rock Symphony; June 23: Finals of the Redlands Bowl Concerto Competition; June 26: Ticket To The Moon: The ELO Experience; June 30: Ashes & Arrows country. Location: 25 Grant St., Redlands. redlandsbowl.org
June 21 — Santa Ana: Head to the Bowers Museum for its free outdoor “World Cup Watch Party and Cultural Celebration” on Father’s Day. Live music and dance, art projects, face painting and viewing of the World Cup match. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. 2002 North Main St., Santa Ana. bowers.org/index.php/programs/family-programs/world-cup-watch-party-and-cultural-celebration
June 21 — Multiple locations: Enjoy “International Make Music Day” at several cities in Southern California, where ordinary people and trained musicians alike do their best to keep music alive. See the list of participating cities here: makemusicday.org/cities. In Fullerton, check out the Fox Fullerton Theatre, the Downtown Museum Plaza, Hillcrest Park’s “Big Bowl” and more. In Long Beach, various locations including the Port City Tavern will host musical performances all day. And check out Anaheim.
June 25-28 — Los Angeles: Soccer fan? How about futbol? You might want to check out the Los Angeles World Cup 26 Fan Zone set up at the historic downtown Los Angeles Union Station. This event at the city’s main train station is free and for the whole family (but parking is paid). Visitors will be able to watch World Cup matches, enjoy music and special fan experiences. You need to order a free ticket online to participate.(And note that fan zones are also being held at the Original Farmers’ Market in L.A. and in Downey) Union Station, 800 N. Alameda St., Los Angeles. unionstationla.com/happenings/fan-zone-26-at-union-station/
June 26 — Santa Clarita: Bring your chairs and blankets and hunker down to enjoy “Mean Girls” outdoors at Bridgeport Park. Bring a picnic or visit a food truck on site. The movie starts at 8 p.m. but there early. This movie fest repeats on the fourth Friday of the month in the summer at various locations. Bridgeport Park, 23521 Bridgeport Lane, Santa Clarita. santaclarita.gov/arts-and-culture/events/city-cinemas-in-the-park/
June 26 — Fullerton: Bring your chairs, blanket and snacks and head to Craig Regional Park for a free outdoor movie. “Monsters Inc.,” sponsored by OC Parks Sunset Cinema. It begins at sunset, and events start at 6 p.m. Free admission and parking. 3300 State College Blvd. Fullerton. ocparks.com