June marks the arrival of summer, and there's no better time to enjoy fun family activities in Malibu, Calabasas, Conejo Valley, Oak Park, Agoura Hills, Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, Westlake Village, and nearby areas in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. From exploring the great outdoors to celebrating special days like National Corn on the Cob Day and Father's Day, we've got plenty of ideas to make June unforgettable for your family. Be sure to visit the Macaroni KID Conejo Valley - Malibu - Calabasas event calendar for even more family fun throughout the month!
Enjoy Some Corn on the Cob
There's nothing better than that first corn on the cob of the season, buttery with a touch of salt - yummmy. How about a family cookout with corn on the grill or trying some Mexican street corn? National Corn on the Cob Day is June 11
Try out different ways to prepare your corn on the cob:
- Try it fried too, or fancy it up with one of our compound butter recipes!
- MACARONI MENU: A Corn on the Cob Recipe For on the Cob Day
Skip the grocery store and pick up your fresh ears of corn at one of our local farmers markets – it's a fun day out for the kids too!
👩🌾 Local Farmers Markets:
- Every Saturday: Calabasas Farmers Market | Agoura Hills Farmers Market at Whizin Market Square
- Every Sunday: The Malibu Farmers Market | Westlake Farmers Market
- Every Thursday: Thousand Oaks Certified Farmers' Market
- Every Friday: Simi Valley Farmer's Market
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Go Outside
June is Great Outdoors Month, making it the perfect time to explore nature and enjoy the beautiful weather. Whether you're hiking, birdwatching, geo-catching, or just spending a day at the park, there are endless opportunities for outdoor adventures. Feeling more adventurous? Try a family fishing or camping trip! Too hot outside? Stay cool and head to the beach.
Get started enjoying nature together:
- Conejo Valley Botanical Garden and Kids Adventure Garden
- Gardens of the World - Thousand Oaks
- Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District - Oak Park and Simi Valley
- City of Calabasas Parks and Trails
- Malibu City Parks
- Alumni Park at Pepperdine - Malibu
- Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area - Los Angeles and Ventura Counties
- Santa Monica Mountains Trails - Los Angeles and Ventura Counties
- Conejo Recreation and Park District - Thousand Oaks and Newbury Park
- Westlake Village City Parks
- City of Agoura Hills Parks
- Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency - Trails and Open Space in the Conejo Valley
- Los Angeles County Beaches and Harbors
- Ventura County Beach Front Parks
- Santa Monica State Beach
- City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks
- California Department of Parks and Recreation
- Take your family birdwatching - read here for helpful information
For more outdoor ideas, check out our article on 6 Free Days at National Parks + 3 Tips On Visiting With Kids
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Celebrate Dad!
Here's a few ideas to show Dad how much he's loved. Plan a special outing, have the kids make some easy Father's Day crafts that he will treasure.
Father's Day is the third Sunday in June.
- Father's Day Family Fun Things to do in Conejo Valley-Malibu-Calabasas
- Dads, Find Out What Kids REALLY Think: Free Father's Day Printable!
- DIY Photo Coasters for Dad: A Practical and Easy! Father's Day Gift
- DIY Photo Frame Makes Keepsake Father's Day Gift
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Plant a Vegetable Garden
Want to get your kids excited about vegetables? Get down and dirty and plant a vegetable garden together. No room? Many veggies can be planted in pots!
I know we all need to eat more veggies and National Eat Your Vegetables Day on June 17 is a great reason to encourage your children to try new ones. Don't forget another perfect opportunity is to let your kids pick out some vegetable next time you're at the grocery store or local farmers market. They are more likely to eat it if they pick it out themselves. Make it a game and dare them to try something new.
Here are a few gardening ideas to get you started:
- Dig In: 3 Themed Vegetable Gardens Kids Will Love to Grow ... and Eat
- Get Your Hands Dirty! Here are 10 Benefits of Gardening with Kids
- 6 Tips For Planting A Kid-Friendly Garden
Need some ideas on how to get kids excited about eating veggies?
- This Corn, Black Bean, and Avocado Salad is Summer in a Bowl
- We love these easy to make kale chips.
- Zucchini Shines In This Family Favorite Meal
- This Veggie Flatbread Makes an Easy Shareable Summer Snack
👩🌾 Local Farmers Markets are a great opportunity to introduce your kids to even more veggies, many vendors offer samples too:
- Saturday: Calabasas Farmers Market | Agoura Hills Farmers Market at Whizin Market Square
- Sunday: The Malibu Farmers Market | Westlake Farmers Market
- Thursday: Thousand Oaks Certified Farmers' Market
- Friday: Simi Valley Farmer's Market
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Go on a Family Picnic
Everyone loves a picnic! International Picnic Day is June 18, but any day is perfect for a picnic. You can take your family and head to your favorite park, beach or simply throw a blanket down in your own backyard. Have an elaborate grilled meal, serve PB&Js or something in-between. How about that amazing potato salad? Well, that's just a bonus.
Need some help planning? Maybe you would rather pack your picnic to-go and hike looking for the perfect spot with the perfect view . . . or stay cool - grab your beach chairs, blanket, cooler and lots of cold drinks and yummy eats taking your picnic to the beach. The joy of a picnic is in spending time together enjoying the outdoors. That yummy food - well, that's just a bonus.
With all the amazing local neighborhood, State and National Parks plus miles of beaches we have so many choices for a family picnic in Calabasas, Oak Park, Agoura Hills, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, Malibu and other nearby communities in Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
Here are some great local outdoor spaces:
- Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District - Oak Park and Simi Valley
- City of Calabasas Parks and Trails
- Malibu City Parks
- Alumni Park at Pepperdine - Malibu
- Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area - Los Angeles and Ventura Counties
- Santa Monica Mountains Trails - Los Angeles and Ventura Counties
- Conejo Recreation and Park District - Thousand Oaks and Newbury Park
- Westlake Village City Parks
- City of Agoura Hills Parks
- Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency: Trails and Open Space in the Conejo Valley
- Los Angeles County Beaches and Harbors
- Ventura County Beach Front Parks
- Santa Monica State Beach
- City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks
- California Department of Parks and Recreation
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