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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 […]
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Dia del Nino in the City
Dia del Nino in the City
Join us as we celebrate Día del Niño, a day dedicated to honoring children, joy, and play. Families are invited to enjoy activities that celebrate childhood, creativity, and the importance of play in […]
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Celebrating Vesak
Celebrating Vesak
We’re planning something special! Stay tuned for more information. For sneak peeks, please check out social media. Space is limited! Book your tickets in advance to avoid delays! *Members do not require a […]
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AAPIHM Kick Off
AAPIHM Kick Off
Join us as we kick off Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month at Pretend City. Families are invited to explore activities and stories that highlight the cultures, traditions, and contributions […]
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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 […]
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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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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. […]
Deaf Awareness Day
Deaf Awareness Day
We’re planning something special! Stay tuned for more information. For sneak peeks, please check out social media. Space is limited! Book your tickets in advance to avoid delays! *Members do not require a […]
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STEM Up to the Challenge
STEM Up to the Challenge
Are you ready to STEM Up to the Challenge? Mother's Day Edition! Space is limited! Book your tickets in advance to avoid delays! *Members do not require a reservation. *Events and dates […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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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Food as Medicine with Rady Children’s Health
Food as Medicine with Rady Children’s Health
Join us for Eat the Rainbow, a hands-on experience where kids and their grown-ups explore seasonal, nourishing foods together with Rady Children’s Health. 11am-12pm About the Play Partner: Rady Children’s Health […]
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Mental Health Awareness Day
Mental Health Awareness Day
Shine a light on mental health! Join us in learning about mindfulness, self-care, and wellness with activities for the whole family. TIMES: 11am & 2:30pm About the play partner: Wonderseekers creates developmentally supportive […]
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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 […]
Grown Up & Me Dance Workshop
Grown Up & Me Dance Workshop
We’re planning something special! Stay tuned for more information. For sneak peeks, please check out social media. Space is limited! Book your tickets in advance to avoid delays! *Members do not require a […]
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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 […]
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We Read Wednesdays with Empowering Readers OC
We Read Wednesdays with Empowering Readers OC
Pretend City Children’s Museum and Parentis Foundation are partnering for something truly magical at We Read Wednesdays, where Littles and Grans read together! Our wonderful Empowering Readers OC reading mentors are bringing the […]
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Cooking in the City
Cooking in the City
Join us in imaginative cooking with REAL tasty food. Cooking Activities: 11 am & 2:30 pm *This is not a cooking class, we will engage in imaginative play and have […]
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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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Meditation for Children with Little OM Breaths
Meditation for Children with Little OM Breaths
Join us for joyful breathing adventures where kids discover the superpower of calm through interactive bilingual meditation! TIMES: 11 am & 2:30 pm About the play partner: Yvonne Hernández is a Chopra Certified […]
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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.
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Water Safety with Big Blue Swim School
Water Safety with Big Blue Swim School
Introducing the importance of water safety to our citizens! TIME: 11 am ONLY About the Play Partner Big Blue Swim School teaches kids ages 3 months to 12 years how […]
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Bilingual Sing-a-Long & Storytime
Bilingual Sing-a-Long & Storytime
We’re planning something special! Stay tuned for more information. For sneak peeks, please check out social media. Space is limited! Book your tickets in advance to avoid delays! TIMES: 11am *Please note programming […]
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 […]
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Platinum Performing Arts
Platinum Performing Arts
Move, groove, and connect during our Grown Up & Me Dance Workshop with Platinum Performing Arts. This interactive class invites children and their grown-ups to dance together, explore movement, and […]
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AAPIHM Send Off with Vietnamese Mommy and Me
AAPIHM Send Off with Vietnamese Mommy and Me
Join us in a bilingual dance-along as we explore culture through stories, movement & play! TIMES: 11am ONLY About the play partner: Mommy & Me Vietnamese is more than just […]