21 free enjoyable issues to do in September in Southern California – Orange County Register

Yes, it’s September — or as some folks right here name it, locals’ summer season. The vacationers have gone residence and we’ve got issues all to ourselves.  Why sit residence since you don’t wish to spend any cash? Here are some enjoyable actions that don’t value a dime.

Sept. 1, 8 — Chatsworth: Want to study to play mah-jongg? Yes, everybody’s doing it now. It’s a factor. Take a free two-session newbie’s class from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the Chatsworth library. Over two consecutive Tuesdays, you’ll study concerning the tiles, performs, construction and the way the sport is performed. You should enroll in individual and decide to each courses. When the courses replenish, there can be a waitlist. 21052 Devonshire St. Chatsworth. lapl.org/events/introduction-mah-jongg-0

Sept. 1,  8, 15, 22, 29 — Long Beach:  Enjoy free Queen Mary ship admission for “Meet Me at the Mary” Tuesday comfortable hours 4-8 p.m. within the Observation Bar (ages 21+). Live music and drink specials. Parking discounted to $10. Must reserve on-line free of charge admission.1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach. queenmary.com/whatsondeck.aspx

Sept. 3 — Dana Point: This is the final Orange County Parks free live performance of the season, and it’s on the seashore! Go see the band Family Style at stunning Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach. Event begins at 5 p.m. live performance at 6 p.m. Bring your chair and blanket. 33333 S. Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point. ocparks.com/news/oc-parks-presents-2026-summer-concert-series-and-sunset-cinema-film-series

Sept. 5, 6 — Huntington Beach: The annual Civil War Days reenactment on Labor Day weekend is at all times free to go to. It begins at 10 a.m. on Sept. 5 and 6. There’s meals, music, talks and procuring. Reenactors come from all around the nation. Anyone can signal as much as take part however should move a security take a look at. The camp is positioned in Central Park behind the library, on Gothard St. between Slater and Talbert. Battle instances are Saturday between 1:30 and 4 p.m. and Sunday between 11 a.m. and a couple of p.m. Learn extra: hbhistory.org/civilwar

Sept. 5, 12 — Pasadena: It’s time for the Levitt Vibe Music Series in Memorial Park subsequent to City Hall. Event begins at 6 p.m. La Verdad Latin funk and salsa performs on Sept. 5 and Troop with Jon B on Sept. 12.  Bring a  chair, a blanket and your pals. 85 E. Holly St. Pasadena. levittvibepasadenamusicseries.com

September 6 — Riverside: Enjoy the month-to-month Storytime within the Gardens on the University of California, Riverside Botanic Gardens. Admission is free, however parking on campus is paid. This occasion is held on the primary Sunday of the month from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. till October. Look for the docents in Alder Canyon or the assembly room to listen to a narrative learn out loud. This is designed for ages 3-8. No registration is required. Paid parking is within the BG Visitor Lot, Lot 10, or Lot 13 Blue. Location:1 Botanic Gardens Drive, Riverside. gardens.ucr.edu/events

Sept. 8 — Studio City: Enjoy a studying of the good Russian writer and playwright Anton Chekhov from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. with storyteller Arnold Weiss. He’ll current a dramatic studying of Chekhov’s well-known brief story, “The Lady with the Dog” on the Studio City library Meeting Room, 12511 Moorpark St., Studio City. lapl.org/events/evening-chekhov

Sept. 12 — Lancaster: Head to the General William J. Fox Airfield to view the free month-to-month show of basic, vintage, and classic plane. See the plane up shut and meet and communicate with their homeowners from 9 a.m. to midday. Admission and parking are free. For extra data, please contact the airport supervisor’s workplace at 661-945-0078. 4725 William J Barnes Ave., Lancaster. calendar.pw.lacounty.gov/event/aircraft-display-day-132

Sept. 12 — Rosemead: Experience the Rosemead Moon Festival, one of many largest fall celebrations round, from 2:30-11 p.m. Enjoy stay performances, cultural celebrations, enjoyable for teenagers, picture alternatives, meals on the market and plenty extra. Free parking. It’s on Valley Boulevard between Ivar and Walnut Grove avenues in Rosemead. eventbrite.com/e/2026-rosemead-moon-festival-tickets-1984419193226

Sept. 12 — San Pedro: Head on over to the attractive ocean view Point Fermin Park for the 32nd Festival of Philippine Arts & Culture, from 10 a.m. to six p.m. This celebrates Filipino creativity and tradition with cultural performances, artwork, dance, crafts and extra. This yr’s theme is “Balangay: From Islands to Infinity!” Bring a folding chair. 807 West Paseo Del Mar, San Pedro. filamarts-fpac.org/

Sept. 13 — Claremont: The California Botanic Garden affords free admission on California Biodiversity Day from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the event you get free tickets you may obtain on-line. This yr, there’ll aso be a particular Latin Conservation Week that features bilingual excursions. Take this chance to study extra about California native crops. 1500 N, College Ave., Claremont. calbg.org/event/california-biodiversity-day-free-day-2026

Sept. 13 — Santa Ana:  — The Bowers Museum is internet hosting its free Asian Mid-Autumn Festival. Live music and dance, artwork initiatives, face portray and extra. From 11 a.m. to three p.m. 2002 N. Main St, Santa Ana. bowers.org

Sept. 15 — Downtown Los Angeles: Visit the landmark Walt Disney Concert Hall to attend the Jazz Masters Tribute Concert, held by the National Endowment for the Arts, in honor of the recipients of the nation’s highest honor in jazz. You can get two free tickets upfront to this 8 p.m. occasion or line up and hope to get walk-up tickets. Live performances and brief movies concerning the honorees can be featured. 111 S. Grand Ave. Los Angeles. eventbrite.ca/e/2026-jazz-masters-tribute-concert-tickets-1996126641519

Sept. 17 — Everywhere: I’ll guess you weren’t anticipating to get a free day within the nationwide parks proper now, however sure, you do in honor of Constitution Day. Yeah, I didn’t know that was a factor both. Enjoy your fee-free day however go on the first light, earlier than everybody else will get away from bed. It’s a Thursday, so that may assist. Note that you just now have to be a citizen or authorized resident to get in free. nps.gov/planyourvisit/passes.htm

Sept. 19 — Compton: Join the 2 hundredth anniversary celebration of the Dominguez Rancho Adobe Museum from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There can be new exhibitions, adobe residence excursions, Native American storytelling, youngsters’s actions, and an unique play entitled “Remember the Rancho.” Food on the market. Bring a picnic blanket. 18127 Alameda St., Rancho Dominguez, Compton. dominguezrancho.org

Sept. 25 — Santa Clarita: Bring your chairs and blankets and hunker all the way down to take pleasure in an outside film at City Cinemas. This month, the film is the unique “Top Gun” and it’s on the Canyon Country Community Center. Bring a picnic or go to a meals truck on web site. Get there early. Movie begins at 7 p.m. santaclarita.gov/arts-and-culture/events/city-cinemas-in-the-park

Sept. 26 — San Bernardino: Head to the free neighborhood block occasion to have fun the one-year anniversary of the renovation of the historic Mt. Vernon Bridge, in addition to the a centesimal anniversary of the legendary Route 66. Classic automobiles, household zone and enjoyable for teenagers, native meals distributors and extra from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. On No. Mt. Vernon Avenue, San Bernardino.  sanbernardino.gov/route66.

Sept. 26, 27 — Pasadena: It’s time for the thirty third annual Pasadena Chalk Festival, the place 500 expert chalk artists collect to showcase their stuff. It’s on two days from 10 a.m. to six:30 p.m. with chalk murals, a stay DJ, a silent public sale, meals on the market and extra. It’s all at Brookside Park, subsequent to Kidspace Museum. Free parking. This undertaking raises cash for the Light Bringer Project arts training for underprivileged children. 480 North Arroyo Blvd., Pasadena. pasadenachalkfestival.org.

Sept. 26 — West Los Angeles: Start swiveling these hips or simply get within the temper for this free stomach dancing occasion on the Gypsy Camp Ethnic Arts Center in Palms, together with a expertise showcase and back-to-school provide drive. Enjoy stay performances and have enjoyable. The occasion is free however you’re inspired to deliver a brand new backpack or college provides for teenagers to begin college. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the present begins at 7:30 p.m. 3265 Motor Ave., West Los Angeles. eventbrite.com/e/belly-dance-event-community-showcase-back-to-school-supply-drive-tickets-1998518034239

Sept. 26 — Calabasas:  Celebrate 50 years of the Malibu Creek State Park with “Stories Under the Stars” from 4:30 to 10 p.m. Enjoy this open home with stay music, artwork, storytelling and meals vans. Observe fossils and timber. The Los Angeles Astronomical Society will host a star occasion, climate allowing, beginning at 8 p.m. Bring a garden chair and flashlight. Event is free however parking is paid. Malibu Creek State Park Trailhead, 1925 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas. eventbrite.com/e/stories-under-the-stars-celebrating-50-years-of-malibu-creek-state-park-tickets-1992177569739

Sept. 27 — El Monte:  Head to the San Gabriel Valley airport for the month-to-month show day of basic, vintage, and classic plane at San Gabriel Valley Airport. You have an opportunity to see the plane up shut and meet the homeowners. Admission and parking are free. Sponsored by LA County Airports. eventbrite.com/e/aircraft-display-day-tickets-1988835183572. SGV Airport, 4233 Santa Anita Ave. El Monte