Welcome to Summer Games in the City 2024! The training ground is ready and awaiting our smallest athletes to test their athletic skills over the next three months. Dive into adventurous play, competition, and hands-on learning experiences that celebrate the vibrant spirit of the Olympics. Our learning space is designed to enhance the most important developmental […]
Let’s get moving and be creative together every Tuesday this Summer with Backhausdance! Come learn to move your body and learn basic dance steps. Expand your flexibility and have fun connecting with dance! *Open to all ages and abilities. 9:15 am-9:35 am & 9:40 am-10 am. Please note we will not have mobility workshops on […]
Join us at Pretend City for a spectacular 4th of July celebration like no other! Get ready for an adventure-filled day of exploration, creativity, and patriotic fun that will leave your little ones beaming with joy. Check out our Instagram at @pretendcity for more information!
Let’s get moving and be creative together every Tuesday this Summer with Backhausdance! Come learn to move your body and learn basic dance steps. Expand your flexibility and have fun connecting with dance! *Open to all ages and abilities. 9:15 am-9:35 am & 9:40 am-10 am. Please note we will not have mobility workshops on […]
Neurodivergent Family Night creates a chance for families with children and their parents, siblings or caretakers to enjoy The City together in an environment that is designed to be sensory-friendly. Socialize with other parents and meet our community partners, who specialize in supporting the neurodiverse community. Specifically, for Families with children of all ages from the neurodiverse community […]
Get ready for a beary exciting day at Pretend City’s Teddy Bear Picnic! Bring your favorite cuddly friend and join us for a fun-filled adventure that combines art, play, and the joy of picnicking with your furry companions. Check out our Instagram at @pretendcity for more information!
Enjoy a Tomato Miso Soup with Marukome! Cooking TIMES: 11 am & 2:30 pm): Dish: Seasonal Veggie (Summer) Tomato served with Tomato Miso Soup Tomatoes, a typical summer vegetable, are rich in vitamins A, C, and sodium. In addition, lycopene (carotenoid), the red pigment in tomatoes, has antioxidant effects and is attracting attention for […]
Free developmental screenings for children birth through 5 years old. Ask one of our Education Managers about your child’s development and ways you can strengthen their skills! The first three years of life are the most critical for development! Join us to learn more about developmental milestones and early intervention. . About the play […]
Engage in a live theatrical performance that teaches children life-saving fire safety and burn prevention skills. TIMES: 11 am & 2:30 pm About the play partner: Since 2001, The L.A. Troupe, Theatre-in-Education has partnered with The Children’s Burn Foundation to bring fire and burn safety prevention programs to at-risk schools in California, Texas, Nevada, Florida, […]
Calling All Infants: It’s your time to play! Baby Steps through Pretend City is your opportunity to meet other parents and engage in developmentally appropriate activities and learning spaces. Activities will teach you about your baby’s developmental milestones. For Infants and young toddlers (0-18 months) only, no older siblings, please. Fee: $12.00 Must Pre-register […]
Let’s get moving and be creative together every Tuesday this Summer with Backhausdance! Come learn to move your body and learn basic dance steps. Expand your flexibility and have fun connecting with dance! *Open to all ages and abilities. 9:15 am-9:35 am & 9:40 am-10 am. Please note we will not have mobility workshops on […]
We are welcoming all friends and supporters for Pretend City’s 4th Annual Summer Soiree, presented by Charles Schwab, at Balboa Bay Resort. Join us for a relaxing and fun, play-filled evening supporting our children’s healthy development and early learning. Sponsor or purchase tickets here.
Are YOU ready to STEM it Up to the Challenge? Science Exploration TIMES: 11 am & 2:30 pm Purpose: learning through experimentation, observation and prediction skills, stimulates curiosity, children can plan and create hypotheses, uplifts safety practices and healthy risk-taking.
Get ready for a sweet and chilly celebration as Pretend City invites you to join us for National Ice Cream Day, a frosty festivity like no other! Science Exploration 11 AM and 2:30 PM Ice Cream Making: Come visit our pretend ice cream stand in Orange Plaza. Engage in sensory play and help us make […]
Join us for an exciting 20-minute session led by Fitness On Fire, where children will engage in speed, agility, and quickness activities designed to enhance their early development. This session will feature playful movement and coordination exercises such as speed ladder drills, small hurdles, and fun change-of-direction drills. It’s the perfect way for your kids […]
Step into the thrilling world of "Mini Martial Arts with Almighty Performance"! Where kids will discover the exciting world of Taekwondo through fun games and lively drills, mastering foundational techniques while boosting balance, strength, and confidence. Join us for an action-packed adventure where young children will have endless fun! About the play partner: Starting […]
Neurodivergent Family Night creates a chance for families with children and their parents, siblings or caretakers to enjoy The City together in an environment that is designed to be sensory-friendly. Socialize with other parents and meet our community partners, who specialize in supporting the neurodiverse community. Specifically, for Families with children of all ages from the neurodiverse community […]
Get ready to score some fun and celebrate National Soccer Day with Orange County Soccer Club. Prepare for a goal-tastic time as they teach us tricks of the trade, including balance, gross motor movement, and the art of sharing the spotlight. Meet and Greet (TIMES 11am & 2:30pm): As the professional soccer players engage […]
Let’s get moving and be creative together every Tuesday this Summer with Backhausdance! Come learn to move your body and learn basic dance steps. Expand your flexibility and have fun connecting with dance! *Open to all ages and abilities. 9:15 am-9:35 am & 9:40 am-10 am. Please note we will not have mobility workshops on […]
Join us at 2:30 PM for an Acrobatic Presentation with Pacific Dance! Children will be able to watch a live acrobatic dance performance. After the dancers perform, we would like to invite Pretend City kids to learn some basic Acro moves that are safe for beginners. It’s the perfect way for our kids to stay […]
