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Things to Do in Stanton with Kids

Little Stanton punches above its weight for young families, headlined by Adventure City — 'the little theme park made just for kids,' where a family of four gets in for about the price of one big-park ticket. Back that with the splash pads at Stanton Central and the fully-fenced Harry Dotson Park, plus the food-hall buzz of Rodeo 39.

Curated by Punita Patel

Reviewed & updated June 2026 · we check listings regularly, but hours and prices change — confirm before you go.

💡 Local tip: Adventure City is scaled for toddlers-to-tweens, so it's a low-stress first 'theme park.' The park splash pads run noon–5pm Memorial Day through Labor Day — bring towels.

Things to do in Stanton

Parks & Hiking

Adventure City

Billed as 'the little theme park made just for kids,' this compact 2-acre park packs in 17 rides, shows and a petting farm perfectly scaled for toddlers and young kids. Admission for a family of four runs about the price of one ticket at the big parks nearby — a genuine bargain for the preschool set.

Varies
Parks & Hiking

Stanton Central Park

This 12-acre flagship park is a whole day out: playgrounds, a skate park, tennis and basketball courts and sports fields. The summer splash pad (noon–5pm, Memorial Day through Labor Day) is the big draw, so bring towels and a lunch. Arrive earlier on hot weekends when the water play area fills fast.

Free
Arts & Culture

Rodeo 39 Public Market

An open-air food hall and market just off the 22 where each family member can chase a different craving, from tacos to boba to ice cream, plus retail shops and frequent weekend events. Come hungry and let the kids graze their way across the vendors.

Free entry; food varies
Parks & Hiking

Harry M. Dotson Park

A fully-enclosed neighborhood park, which means little ones can run free without a parent's constant worry about a wandering escape. Two sets of play equipment, a shaded picnic shelter and a seasonal splash pad make it a low-key alternative to busier Central Park — a favorite for birthday parties.

Free
Parks & Hiking

Hollenbeck Park

A 10-acre green space with playgrounds, an outdoor exercise course and a walking path that loops the grounds — roomy enough to spread a blanket and let kids burn energy while parents get a lap in. A quiet, free pick for an easy afternoon close to home.

Free
Parks & Hiking

Stanton Park

This 5.5-acre neighborhood park on Cedar St pairs a kids' playground with an outdoor fitness court so the whole family can move together — a simple, no-cost stop for a morning play session or an after-dinner stroll.

Free

Seasonal & outdoors near Stanton

The closest splash pads, patches, lights and more — distances from Stanton.

Toddler spot · 0 miStanton Central ParkSplash pad · 3 miSigler Park Splash PadDog-friendly · 3 miThe Dog Pawrk Brewing CompanyChristmas lights · 3 miKnott's Merry FarmJuly 4th fireworks · 3 miKnott's Berry Farm July 4th FireworksBirthday venue · 3 miJohn's Incredible PizzaPhoto spot · 10 miHuntington Beach PierPumpkin patch · 10 miPa's Pumpkin Patch

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