Wonder Studio New Summer Exhibit
Explore hands-on creativity at Pretend City Children’s Museum in Irvine, California with an immersive summer art exhibit where families can paint, build, and create together through play-based experiences.
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Music and Movement with Dancing Storytellers Presented by Segerstrom Center for the Arts
Music and Movement with Dancing Storytellers Presented by Segerstrom Center for the Arts
TIMES: 11am & 2:30pm About the play partner: Dancing Storytellers The dancing storytellers specialize in South Asian dances and stories with humor and theatricality. Their program, “Indian Mythology and Me,” delights […]
3 events,
Toddler Town
Toddler Town
We’re opening the city just for toddlers! Climb, dance, problem-solve, and pretend your way through our miniature world, designed to support movement, connection, and big developmental leaps. Designed for children 19 months to […]
4 events,
OPEN Tuesdays for the Summer!
Pretend City is OPEN Tuesdays for the summer. Starting 5/26 through 9/1. TIME: 10am - 4pm There will be No Early Entry for Members.
Getting Wiggly with Composting with OC Waste and Recycling
Getting Wiggly with Composting with OC Waste and Recycling
This summer, Pretend City Children's Museum teamed up with OC Waste & Recycling to bring hands-on vermicomposting education to young learners! ♻️🪱🌱 Through interactive presentations and activities, kids explore how worms help […]
2 events,
Active and Fun Clinic with Fitness on Fire
Active and Fun Clinic with Fitness on Fire
Get moving with Fitness on Fire at Pretend City! 🔥💪 Join us for a fitness class filled with movement, fun, and healthy habits for the whole family. Come stretch, dance, […]
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Help Defeat the Dragon! – Interactive Word Quest
Help Defeat the Dragon! – Interactive Word Quest
An angry dragon has cast a cloud over Pretend City and must be calmed down before it chooses to destroy the entire city! Passing families are invited to drop in and join […]
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Celebrating Independence Day
Celebrating Independence Day
Join us at Pretend City for a spectacular Independence Day celebration! Get ready for an adventure-filled day of activities, creativity, and patriotic fun. Times: 11am & 2:30pm *Please note programming […]
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Artists in Action – Sawdust Art Festival’s Art Education Department
Artists in Action – Sawdust Art Festival’s Art Education Department
Artists in Action with Sawdust Art Festival’s Art Education Department invites families to explore creativity together through hands-on experiences led by real artists. Each visit offers new materials, fresh ideas, and playful […]
3 events,
Toddler Town
Toddler Town
We’re opening the city just for toddlers! Climb, dance, problem-solve, and pretend your way through our miniature world, designed to support movement, connection, and big developmental leaps. Designed for children 19 months to […]
4 events,
OPEN Tuesdays for the Summer!
Pretend City is OPEN Tuesdays for the summer. Starting 5/26 through 9/1. TIME: 10am - 4pm There will be No Early Entry for Members.
Baby Steps
Baby Steps
Dedicated to children 18 months and younger, Pretend City hosts TWO Baby Steps programs a month on the first Tuesday and second Sunday. This program is a great way to […]
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Microgreens Storytime and Planting Activity with Leaf by Leaf
Microgreens Storytime and Planting Activity with Leaf by Leaf
Join Leaf by Leaf for a hands-on storytime and planting activity where children will learn about growing food, decorate a shared microgreen pot, and take home their own microgreen kit to continue […]
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Meet the Artist with Ms. Nicole
Meet the Artist with Ms. Nicole
Learn about a different artist each month and explore their artistic style through a hands-on activity led by our Art Studio Lead, Nicole. Times 11am & 2:30pm
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Way to Play Day
Way to Play Day
Way to Play Days are held on the 2nd Friday of every month. This event allows parents and caregivers to complete free health screenings including developmental, dental, vision, and/or speech. […]
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Toy Story Music Round Up
Toy Story Music Round Up
Toy Story Music Round-Up at Pretend City Join us for a Toy Story music-inspired round-up event, in partnership with Disney Music Group! Dance Parties, Music, Hands-On Activities, and more inspired by Disney […]
3 events,
Baby Steps
Baby Steps
Dedicated to children 18 months and younger, Pretend City hosts TWO Baby Steps programs a month on the first Tuesday and second Sunday. This program is a great way to […]
3 events,
Toddler Town
Toddler Town
We’re opening the city just for toddlers! Climb, dance, problem-solve, and pretend your way through our miniature world, designed to support movement, connection, and big developmental leaps. Designed for children 19 months to […]
5 events,
OPEN Tuesdays for the Summer!
Pretend City is OPEN Tuesdays for the summer. Starting 5/26 through 9/1. TIME: 10am - 4pm There will be No Early Entry for Members.
Artists in Action
Artists in Action
Artists in Action invites families to explore creativity together through hands-on experiences led by real artists. Each visit offers new materials, fresh ideas, and playful ways for children to express themselves and […]
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Neurodivergent Family Night
Neurodivergent Family Night
Join us for a free evening where children and caretakers are invited to play in a sensory-friendly, neuro-affirming environment! We encourage the whole family to attend, and therapists can join […]
1 event,
2 events,
Cooking in the City
Cooking in the City
Join us in Imaginative cooking with REAL tasty food. Cooking Activities: 11am & 2:30pm * This is not a cooking class; we will engage in imagination play and have an […]
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When I Grow Up Day
When I Grow Up Day
Let your imagination take flight at Pretend City’s When I Grow Up Day! Explore different careers, meet exciting professionals, and discover all the possibilities for the future. It’s a day full of dreams that will grow into […]
2 events,
STEM Up to the Challenge
STEM Up to the Challenge
Are you ready to STEM Up to the Challenge? TIMES: 11 am & 2:30 pm Space is limited! Book your tickets in advance to avoid delays! *Members do not require a reservation. […]
2 events,
3 events,
Toddler Town
Toddler Town
We’re opening the city just for toddlers! Climb, dance, problem-solve, and pretend your way through our miniature world, designed to support movement, connection, and big developmental leaps. Designed for children 19 months to […]
4 events,
OPEN Tuesdays for the Summer!
Pretend City is OPEN Tuesdays for the summer. Starting 5/26 through 9/1. TIME: 10am - 4pm There will be No Early Entry for Members.
Artists in Action
Artists in Action
Artists in Action invites families to explore creativity together through hands-on experiences led by real artists. Each visit offers new materials, fresh ideas, and playful ways for children to express themselves and […]
1 event,
2 events,
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Neurodivergent Family Night
Neurodivergent Family Night
Join us for a free evening where children and caretakers are invited to play in a sensory-friendly, neuro-affirming environment! We encourage the whole family to attend, and therapists can join […]
1 event,
3 events,
Sustainable Saturdays
Join us for Sustainable Saturdays in partnership with Niagara Bottling and Niagara Cares. Families can create art using recycled materials while exploring fun ways to reuse everyday items. Together, we'll learn how small […]
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Artists in Action with Chuck Jones
Artists in Action with Chuck Jones
Artists in Action with Chuck Jones Center for Creativity invites families to explore creativity together through hands-on experiences led by real artists. Each visit offers new materials, fresh ideas, and playful ways for children […]
2 events,
3 events,
Toddler Town
Toddler Town
We’re opening the city just for toddlers! Climb, dance, problem-solve, and pretend your way through our miniature world, designed to support movement, connection, and big developmental leaps. Designed for children 19 months to […]
3 events,
OPEN Tuesdays for the Summer!
Pretend City is OPEN Tuesdays for the summer. Starting 5/26 through 9/1. TIME: 10am - 4pm There will be No Early Entry for Members.
1 event,
1 event,
2 events,
Meet the Beekeeper with the Beekeeper’s Association of Southern California
Meet the Beekeeper with the Beekeeper’s Association of Southern California
More info coming soon! TIMES: 11am - 12:30pm