The Call of the Unpaved: Why Overlanding is the Ultimate Escape
For those who find the hum of the interstate mind-numbing and the crowds at paved lookouts suffocating, there is a remedy. It’s a pastime defined not by the destination, but by the terrain it…
Winter Fest OC Celebrates 12 Years with Christmas in July
COSTA MESA, Calif. — July 23, 2026 — Winter Fest OC, Southern California’s largest winter festival, is bringing the magic of the holiday season to summer with the return of its Ch…
PACIFIC SYMPHONY BRINGS THE MUSIC OF ABBA TO SUMMERFEST 2026
The internationally acclaimed tribute sensation delivers ABBA’s biggest hits in a showstopping symphonic celebrationIRVINE, Calif. (July 7, 2026) – ABBA’s chart-topping hits…
🗓 Your Weekly Guide to Family Fun Irvine, CA August 13 - 20
Every week, Macaroni KID Irvine shares family fun happening around Irvine, CA! We’ve rounded up some of our favorite events, freebies, featured articles, upcoming movies, and fun holidays to…
Dream Glow Festival Showcases Chinese Lantern Heritage
This holiday season, Wild Rivers Waterpark in Irvine will once again host Dream Glow Festival, bringing an even larger display of handcrafted Chinese lanterns to guests. Scheduled from November 5 t…
The No-Nag School Morning Routine That Gets Kids Out the Door
By 7:32 a.m. I have usually asked at least one child to put on shoes, brush teeth, find a water bottle,…
Stop Asking 'How Was School?' Try These 35 Questions Instead
Your kid gets in the car or walks through the door, drops their backpack like it personally offended them…
August 2026 Freebies: Back-to-School Deals, Free Food & More
August brings back-to-school savings, free kids meals, food holiday deals, low-cost family activities, an…
Kids Eat Free Tonight: Restaurant Deals for Every Day of the Week
Looking for restaurants where kids eat free tonight? We rounded up current kids-eat-free and discounted k…
10 Tiny Skills That Save Kids From Big Meltdowns at School
Every back-to-school season, parents nail the big stuff: A new backpack, fresh crayons, and enough glue s…
The Call of the Unpaved: Why Overlanding is the Ultimate Escape
For those who find the hum of the interstate mind-numbing and the crowds at paved lookouts suffocating, t…
Sponsored Clothes My Kid Wants to Wear (And They're All From Walmart)
If back-to-school shopping is on your list in the Irvine area, this Walmart back-to-school shopping guide…
Winter Fest OC Celebrates 12 Years with Christmas in July
COSTA MESA, Calif. — July 23, 2026 — Winter Fest OC, Southern California’s largest win…
PACIFIC SYMPHONY BRINGS THE MUSIC OF ABBA TO SUMMERFEST 2026
The internationally acclaimed tribute sensation delivers ABBA’s biggest hits in a showstopping symp…
🗓 Your Weekly Guide to Family Fun Irvine, CA August 13 - 20
Every week, Macaroni KID Irvine shares family fun happening around Irvine, CA! We’ve rounded up som…
How to Watch the 2026 Perseid Meteor Shower With Your Family
The Perseid meteor shower returns every August, and it's one of those rare events that's just as…
Is Your Child Getting Enough Sleep? Check by Age
If your house is anything like mine, bedtime tends to get a little more relaxed during the summer. Then A…
Dream Glow Festival Showcases Chinese Lantern Heritage
This holiday season, Wild Rivers Waterpark in Irvine will once again host Dream Glow Festival, bringing a…
10 August 2026 Holidays Your Kids Will Get Excited About
Looking for fun August holidays to celebrate with kids? August is packed with quirky holidays and family-…
2026 Kids' Birthday Freebies: 25+ Free Meals, Treats, & Experiences
Got an August birthday in the house? Here's a list of deals and freebies to grab this month!Confessi…
Pasta Sisters and Helms Design District Bring Ferragosto
CULVER CITY, Calif., July 16, 2026 — Pasta Sisters, the popular Italian restaurant celeb…
🎟 San Diego Comic-Con 2026: Free Experiences (No Badge Needed)
Don’t have tickets for Comic-Con? No worries! There’s still plenty to see and do outside the…
Sponsored The Best Walmart Back-to-School Finds to Grab Before They Sell Out
The school supply list hits your inbox, and suddenly back-to-school shopping is officially here.For Irvin…
FREE First Day of School Signs for Every Grade (2026–27 School Year)
The first day of school only comes around once a year, but the memories last much longer.A first day of s…
50 Funny Shark Jokes for Kids (That'll Make the Whole Family Laugh)
Most kids go through a shark phase. One minute they're asking if sharks can smell a drop of blood fro…
Stuck Inside This Summer? 70 Indoor Kid Activities to Save the Day
It's one of those days. The rain isn't stopping, the heat index is ridiculous, the air quality is…
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