Inland Empire family guide
Things to Do in Wildomar with Kids
Curated by Simir Shah
Reviewed & updated August 2026 · we check listings regularly, but hours and prices change — confirm before you go.
Wildomar on the map
📍 Where Wildomar is
Wildomar sits in Inland Empire, Southern California. Nearest major airport: John Wayne / Orange County (~34 mi / 55 km). It's roughly 63 mi (102 km) from Downtown LA and 62 mi (99 km) from San Diego — SoCal traffic can make a drive take far longer than the distance suggests, so plan around it.
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Things to do in Wildomar
Marna O'Brien Park
Wildomar's largest city park at 9 acres, with a tot lot, three picnic shelters, a walking path, restrooms and lit ball fields, and the site of the city's special events. Shelters can be reserved through the city's online portal, so book ahead for a birthday.
FreeWindsong Park
A small neighborhood park at 35459 Prairie Rd with a tot lot, basketball court, perimeter walkway, picnic tables and shaded picnic shelters — a quick toddler play stop.
Free
Wildomar Library (Riverside County Library)
The county branch at 34303 Mission Trail offers a Children's Bilingual Story Time on weekday mornings and has a community room. Call 951-471-3855 for the current story time schedule.
FreeFestivals & annual events in Wildomar
What Wildomar is known for — the events locals plan the year around.
Wildomar Fall Family Fun Fair
The city's evening fall festival at Marna O'Brien Park. The city calendar lists only the date, time and venue so far. Tip: it starts at 7pm, later than most Halloween-season kids' events, so check the city page for activity details before you plan around bedtimes.
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Wildomar Breakfast with Santa
A Saturday-morning breakfast with Santa at Marna O'Brien Park, listed on the city calendar for 8-11am. Tip: the city page has no ticket details yet, so confirm whether tickets or a reservation are needed before you go.
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Local restaurants in Wildomar
Angelo's Brick Oven Pizzeria
Locally owned Sicilian-recipe pizzeria at 36370 Hidden Springs Rd, Suite B serving brick-oven pizza, with catering and a Sunday brunch (10am–2pm).
Old Market Grill
Small family-owned diner at 23937 Clinton Keith Rd serving breakfast, lunch and dinner made to order, with comfort food and burgers, open daily 7:30am–8:30pm with a drive-thru.
One More Bite Dumpling House
Independent dumpling and dim sum spot at 32100 Clinton Keith Rd, Ste A with pork xiao long bao, wonton soup, vegetable dumplings and noodles, and dumplings made in an open kitchen. Closed Tuesday; confirm Sunday hours before going.
Don Pancho's Mexican Food
Mexican restaurant at 32475 Clinton Keep Rd, Ste 113 with breakfast-through-dinner hours daily except Wednesday, when it is closed.
Tresino's
Family-run Italian restaurant at 36068 Hidden Springs Rd #L serving handmade pasta, risotto and wood-fired pizza from a three-generation family recipe book, with a kids menu for ages 12 and under.
SushiKA
Family-owned sushi restaurant at 36370 Hidden Springs Rd, Ste. D, known for creative specialty rolls, open daily with online ordering for pickup.
Montague Brothers Coffee
Family- and veteran-owned coffee shop at 21545 Palomar St serving artisan coffee, muffins and savory home-style treats, with live music and pop-up markets with local makers.
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Wildomar family FAQ
What are the best things to do in Wildomar with kids?
Family favorites in and around Wildomar include Marna O'Brien Park, Windsong Park and Wildomar Library (Riverside County Library). Our guide lists 3 spots, each with a price note and practical tips where we have them.
Are there free things to do in Wildomar?
Yes — free family spots near Wildomar include Marna O'Brien Park, Windsong Park and Wildomar Library (Riverside County Library). Our free things to do page lists more across Southern California.
Where can families eat in Wildomar?
Local, family-friendly spots in Wildomar include Angelo's Brick Oven Pizzeria, Old Market Grill, One More Bite Dumpling House and Don Pancho's Mexican Food, and more — independent, SoCal-only eateries, never national chains.
What does the YourSoCal Wildomar guide cover?
Our Wildomar family guide includes 3 things to do and 7 local eats — with independent, non-chain eats and shops.
Listings are curated and may change — confirm hours and details before you go.
Where to stay in Wildomar
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