Lake Perris State Recreation Area, a regional lake destination near Moreno Valley.

Family

Things to do in Moreno Valley with kids

7 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.

Family-friendly ideas around Moreno Valley, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.

Playgrounds

12 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.

  • Sunnymead Park0.4 mi from downtown
  • Weston Park1.5 mi from downtown
  • Moreno Valley Community Park2.1 mi from downtown
See all 12 →

Libraries

Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.

  • Moreno Valley Public Library25480 Alessandro Blvd
  • Moreno Valley Mall Branch22500 Town Circle, Ste 2078
  • Moreno Valley Iris Plaza Branch16170 Perris Blvd. Suite C3
See all 3 →

Picnic spots

Day-use areas for a family picnic.

  • Prado Dam24 mi west
  • Carbon Canyon Dam35 mi west
  • Fullerton Dam38 mi west
See all 9 →

Wildlife and nature

Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.

  • San Bernardino National Forest10 mi north
  • Shady Cove Group Campground21 mi northeast
  • Fishermans Group22 mi north
See all 24 →

Around town

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Questions

What is there to do in Moreno Valley with kids?

Playgrounds (12), Indoor fun (12), Libraries (3), Bakeries (4), Comic book stores (3), Picnic spots (9), Wildlife and nature (24). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.

What can kids do in Moreno Valley for free?

Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.

What can families do in Moreno Valley when it rains or it’s hot?

Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.

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