Get ready for a fantastic weekend in Santa Ana! We've found some super fun, limited-run activities for your crew this Saturday and Sunday, Feb 7th & 8th, 2026.
See our top picks
Author Meet & Greet: The Adventures of Sammy the Squirrel
Book Nook Central
A free, charming story time and sing-along perfect for your little ones.
Kid's Matinee: The Magical Treehouse Show
Santa Ana Community Theatre
A fun, engaging puppet show on Sunday afternoon, great for escaping any unexpected weather.
Author Meet & Greet: The Adventures of Sammy the Squirrel
Book Nook Central
Scheduled for 10:30 AM Saturday, this is ideal for the 3-6 crowd.
· February 7
3LITTLE BUILDERS WORKSHOP: CARDBOARD CREATIONS : Let your kids get creative turning everyday materials into masterpieces! This hands-on workshop focuses on sustainable art and engineering basics. Sign up fast, spots are limited for this one-day event.It’s a unique, structured creative session perfect for hands-on learning, unlike permanent museum exhibits.
AUTHOR MEET & GREET: THE ADVENTURES OF SAMMY THE SQUIRRELFREE : Meet the writer behind a popular local children's book and get your copy signed! This session includes a fun sing-along based on the story. Get there a little early for a good seat.A lovely, low-key, free morning event that is perfect for the youngest members of your family.
COMMUNITY PARK KITE FLYING FESTIVALFREE : Bring your own kite or watch the pros soar theirs high above the park! There will be space designated for younger flyers and fun music playing. Great way to burn off some weekend energy.It's a perfect, high-energy outdoor activity that gets everyone involved on a Saturday afternoon.
· February 8
3CHEMISTRY CAPERS: SLIME SCIENCE DAY : Watch the kids get messy (and educational!) making different types of polymer slime in this special Sunday lab. It’s hands-on science that feels like pure fun. Ideal for the older kids this weekend.It's a fun, messy science experiment that appeals directly to the older end of your age range (7-14).
PIONEER LIFE EXPLORATION DAY : Step back in time to see how early Orange County residents lived, complete with butter churning demos and old-fashioned games. This is a special themed day at the museum, not a standard visit.This themed day offers interactive history lessons which are much more engaging than just looking at exhibits.
KID'S MATINEE: THE MAGICAL TREEHOUSE SHOW : A wonderful, age-appropriate touring production featuring puppets and music about friendship and exploration. Catch this one-time Sunday afternoon performance before it moves on!It offers a high-quality, specific theatrical performance designed just for this age group.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Santa Ana this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) there are two fantastic free options: the 'Author Meet & Greet: The Adventures of Sammy the Squirrel' on Saturday morning and the 'Community Park Kite Flying Festival' on Saturday afternoon.
Is there anything good for my 12-year-old this weekend?
Yes! The 'Chemistry Capers: Slime Science Day' on Sunday afternoon is specifically geared towards the older kids (up to 14) for some hands-on, exciting science.
Where can we find a fun, hands-on activity on Saturday?
Check out the 'Little Builders Workshop: Cardboard Creations' in Downtown Santa Ana Saturday morning for some creative engineering fun, or head to Memorial Park for the Kite Flying Festival.
