10 Things to Do this June in LA
- Mark Stampfly
- 1 day ago
- 5 min read
Here's our top ten, best June experiences to kick-start your Summer adventures in Los Angeles, California.
Top 10 Events & Experiences
1. Dinosaurs & DJs
@ Natural History Museum
🔍 The woman who literally engineered Prince's Purple Rain is dropping neuroscience knowledge at NHM's (Natural History Musuem) "First Fridays" while live acts and sound baths turn the whole museum into your new favorite after-hours vibe. Susan Rogers went from mixing Sign o' the Times to getting her PhD in how music rewires your brain—and she's spilling all the tea June 6th for just $25 with cocktails, food trucks, and DJ sets in the nature garden.
📍 900 Exposition Blvd, Los Angeles
💰 $25
2. Watermelon Festival
🔍 The California Watermelon Festival is kicking off summer energy on June 7-8 at Hansen Dam Soccer Fields with all-you-can-eat watermelon slices, live music, and carnival rides that'll have your Instagram stories hitting different. For just one weekend, Lakeview Terrace transforms into a melon paradise where a vast array of Watermelon inspired food will be ready to be eaten. If you get full, just get a Carnival Pass and ride up to ten rides between 10AM and 10PM.
📍 11480 Foothill Blvd, Sylmar
💰 $16 +
3. Phineas and Ferb Ice Cream
🔍 The Phineas and Ferb ice cream truck is literally serving peak nostalgia on wheels, hitting 40 locations across LA including Santa Monica Pier and Studio City Farmer's Market to celebrate the iconic show's fifth season comeback after a decade-long hiatus. Catch this summer's most unexpected character revival through June 8th, where free treats and major throwbacks are dropping faster than Perry the Platypus on a secret mission.
📍 100 Aquarium Way, Long Beach
💰 Free
4. Pacific Park
@ Santa Monica Pier
🔍 Santa Monica’s Pacific Pier is summer in its purest form—think ocean breezes, iconic neon lights, and sunset rides on the Ferris wheel that’ll light up your feed. You can enjoy snacking on funnel cake, playing classic arcade games, or just floating above the waves, June on the pier is LA at its most carefree and classic.
📍 380 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica
💰 Free
5. Be On-Camera Audience
@ American Idol
🔍 On-Camera Audiences hooks you up with free tickets to sit in the actual American Idol studio audience where you'll watch future superstars crash and burn (or soar) while Ryan Seacrest works his hosting magic just feet away from your seat. This is your chance to be part of television history for zero dollars, screaming at the next Kelly Clarkson or Carrie Underwood while cameras capture your reactions for millions of viewers who wished they were sitting where you are.
📍 846 N. Cahuenga, Los Angeles
💰 Free
6. A Roots Picnic Experience
@ Hollywood Bowl
🔍 The Roots Picnic Experience is returning to the Hollywood Bowl on June 8, 2025 with 'The Class of '95' serving pure nostalgia as The Roots deliver a continuous set featuring hip-hop legends Lil' Kim, Method Man & Redman, DJ Quik, and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony that'll have the Bowl hitting different on a summer Sunday night. Don't miss the legendary crew curating an iconic celebration of hip-hop's golden era and the unmatched vibes of catching these OGs performing under the stars at LA's most elite concert venue.
📍 2301 Highland Ave, Los Angeles
💰 $200 +
7. Art Beyond the Glass
🔍 Art Beyond the Glass XIII hits legendary Catch One on June 29th where 30 teams of LA's best bartenders compete in the ultimate cocktail showdown, with your all-inclusive ticket covering unlimited drinks, food, and entertainment while raising money for MusiCares.
📍 4067 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles
💰 $81 +
8. Hike Switzer Falls
🔍 Switzer Falls delivers the ultimate outdoor escape at Angeles National Forest with a moderate 3.4-mile round-trip hike through shaded canyon trails leading to a 50-foot waterfall that's actually flowing strong in June thanks to late spring snow melting from the San Gabriel Mountains. This classic LA hiking gem starts from Switzer Picnic Area and rewards you with multiple waterfall tiers, granite pools perfect for cooling off your feet, and the kind of forest atmosphere that make you forget you're 30 minutes from DTLA traffic chaos.
📍 701 Angeles Crest Hwy, Tujunga
💰 Free
9. Dodgers Baseball
🔍 Nothing says classic LA summer like a Dodgers game—grab a Dodger Dog, cheer with the crowd, and catch all the on-field action under the stadium lights. Dodger Stadium becomes the ultimate summer hang in June with 15 home games including a massive series against the Giants June 27-29, all while you're crushing Dodger Dogs and garlic fries with downtown LA skyline views from the best seats in baseball.
📍 1000 Vin Skully Ave, Los Angeles
💰 $30 +
10. Summer Games Fest
@ YouTube Theater
🔍 E3 might be gone but we've got the gaming industry's biggest flex happening June 6th when Summer Game Fest streams live from YouTube Theater with world premieres that'll have you questioning your entire 2025 gaming budget. Geoff Keighley's annual festival delivers two hours of back-to-back game reveals, Hideo Kojima appearances, and indie gems that'll flood your wishlist faster than you can say "take my money."
📍 1011 Stadium Dr, Inglewood
💰 $57+
Weekend Getaways in June
11. VidCon
@ Anaheim Convention Center
🔍 VidCon 2025 is taking over Anaheim Convention Center June 19-21 with more than 200 creators including Dream, Bailey Sarian, and Like Nastya—plus the first-ever helicopter arrival experience that's absolutely worth the FOMO. From YouTube legends dropping industry secrets to TikTok stars sharing their algorithm hacks, this is where 75,000 fans and creators collide to shape what's next in the creator economy—plus you might actually get that celebrity selfie.
📍 800 W Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA 92802
💰 $57+
12. Avalon
@ Catalina Island
🔍 Avalon in June is pure SoCal magic—think sun-drenched beaches, crystal-clear water, and island vibes that make every day feel like vacation mode activated. Whether you’re zip-lining over canyons, snorkeling with garibaldi, or just chilling with a gelato on Crescent Ave, Catalina is the summer escape your group chat will thank you for.
📍 Avalon, CA 90704
💰 $80 +
Find More Things to Do in LA this June
Did we miss one of your favorite June events in Los Angeles? LA has such an amazing calendar of summer events that you really can't go wrong experiencing any of them, but for even more guides to the best things to do and seasonal events to attend in Los Angeles, make sure to Subscribe to LA Today 🌴