Hello Anaheim! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Illegal fireworks crackdown, Fan expo 2026, and Toy story family fun night + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Holiday safety efforts ramp up: With Fourth of July approaching, Anaheim police will crack down on illegal fireworks, planning heightened enforcement to reduce risky blasts and protect neighborhoods across Anaheim and nearby communities -- read the full story.
Pop culture takes center stage: FAN EXPO Anaheim Special Edition will fill Anaheim Convention Center June 26-28, making its city debut with Mark Hamill, a Batman The Animated Series panel, D&D skirmishes, and photo ops -- see what’s on tap.
Safety upgrades ahead: Garden Grove’s Fire Station 84 will receive $1 million in federal funding backed by Rep. Derek Tran to modernize a north Orange County hub after a recent hazardous materials incident -- see what the funding means.
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03 — On our radar
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Greener backyard goals: Whether your Anaheim yard is begging for shade, color, or a butterfly pit stop, Armstrong Garden Centers has the plants, pots, and real humans who actually know what thrives here. This week, book a personal shopper or a home garden consultation and let their expert advice do the heavy lifting.
Old-school park vibes: Whether you need a mellow walk, a casual catch, or a kid-bribe that actually works, Boysen Park delivers with ball fields, courts, picnic space, and that storied Navy jet that’s been thrilling locals since 1959. A dependable reset button right in the neighborhood.
Arcade night, upgraded: Need a quick escape that doesn’t require braving the 5? Mister Pixel Arcade packs retro cabinets, modern titles, pinball, and even VR inside the Embassy Suites Anaheim North lobby. Easy spot for low-stakes competition, kid bribery, or a you-time joystick therapy session.
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎶 The Convertibles @ Pioneer Park | Thursday (6/25) at 6:30 PM – Nothing beats a warm Anaheim evening with The Convertibles cranking out classic rock, pop, and dance hits at Concert in the Park, proudly backed by the Mouse. Bring lawn chairs, family, and your actually-know-the-lyrics voice, then let the grass be your dance floor.
🎨 Paint Night @ My Gym (Yorba Linda) | Friday (6/26) at 6:00 PM – Craving an adult conversation longer than three sentences? Drop the kiddos at My Gym Yorba Linda for Paint Night, complete with painting, pizza, games, and supervised energy burn. Grip socks required, water bottle in the bag, your sanity restored.
🧸 Toy Story Family Fun Night @ Play & Parties (Orange) | Friday (6/26) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats a night where the kids meet Woody, Buzz, and Jessie while you snag a slice of pizza and pretend you’re supervising. Expect singalongs, silly games, and a healthy hit of nostalgia, celebrating imagination, childhood, and the fact you’ve got a friend in me.
🎪 Fan Expo 2026 @ Anaheim Convention Center | Friday (6/26) – Brace yourself for a fandom takeover at the Anaheim Convention Center, a special edition loaded with cosplay, celebrity panels, and a vendor hall bigger than your garage dreams. Dust off the vintage tees, practice your photo smile, and remember, lines build character, not calf muscles.
🚚 43rd Annual F-100 Western Nationals @ Canyon RV Park Campground | Saturday (6/27) at 7:00 AM – Old school truck heaven returns with the largest F-100 show in the West, open to Ford F-Series commercial trucks from 1983 and earlier. Expect gleaming chrome, well-earned patina, and owners who know every rattle by name. Bring your nostalgia, not your Bluetooth.
🐶 Mutts in Need x PetSmart Adoption Event @ PetSmart (Orange) | Saturday (6/27) at 12:00 PM – Nothing brightens a grown-up day like a parade of wagging tails. Mutts in Need is bringing adoptable sweethearts to PetSmart Orange, a chance for real-life meet-cutes with future walking buddies, enthusiastic kissers, and professional lap warmers, plus the usual fur-on-your-black-shirt tax.
👨 JA Family Day @ Los Angeles Angels Of Anaheim Stadium | Sunday (6/28) at 10:00 AM – If you've been waiting for a feel-good excuse to catch an Angels game, this juvenile arthritis Family Day is it. Meet other families, swap stories, and cheer on the Halos, all free with pre-registration, thanks to AbbVie. Heart, baseball, and community, in that order.
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07 — The Anaheim report Weather forecastToday — High: 82°F — Low: 64°F — Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 82. Southwest wind 0 to 10 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. South wind 0 to 10 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 79°F — Low: 61°F — Precip: 0%
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