Science
Family-friendly Bay Area Science
Science museums, natural exploration, technology destinations, and family-friendly phenomena for Bay Area children.
Upcoming Science-y Events in the East Bay
Saturday, June 13, 2026
10:00 am – 2:00 pm: Behind the Scenes at Central Sanitary District @ Central Contra Costa Sanitary District10:00 am – 3:00 pm: Martinez Beaver Festival @ Susana Street Park
10:00 am – 12:00 pm: Quest Sparks @ Stockmen’s Park
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Nature's Superheroes @ Main | Alameda Free Library
Monday, June 15, 2026
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm: Lawrence Hall of Science on-the-go @ 81st Avenue Branch | Oakland Public LibraryTuesday, June 16, 2026
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Insect Discovery Lab @ Dimond Branch | Oakland Public LibraryWednesday, June 17, 2026
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm: Reptile Show with East Bay Vivarium @ Golden Gate Branch | Oakland Public Library6:30 pm – 7:00 pm: Family Fun Night: Science Show @ Main Branch | San Leandro Public Library
Sunday, June 21, 2026
10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Open Cockpit Day @ Oakland Aviation MuseumMonday, June 22, 2026
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Insect Discovery Lab @ Eastmont Branch | Oakland Public LibraryScience Resources and Places for East Bay Families
Kids Build Like Entrepreneurs at BlueRobins’ UC Berkeley Summer Workshop
Get your young innovator energized to learn cutting edge technology and techniques.
Ticket Alert June 13: Chabot Space & Science BubbleFest
Save the date for BubbleFest at Chabot Space & Science Center in the Oakland Hills. Prepare to be delighted.
Crab Cove Alameda: Beach + Tide Pools for Little Kids
Children will enjoy exploring Crab Cove beach in Alameda, but start with the visitor center to get more out of your trip!
Book Now: Family Nature Adventures at Chabot Space & Science Center
Kids ages 3-8 can explore the redwoods with Chabot instructors and perform experiments with real science tools.
Three-Year Old’s Guide to Lawrence Hall of Science
My three-year-old came to the Lawrence with his science goggles on ready to play and learn. Our visit was a joyful exploration
STEM Camps for East Bay Kids
This roundup of science and technology camps includes activities from digital filmmaking to video game programming, ecology, and robotics.
Visiting the Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley
Indoor and outdoor fun at The Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley. Take your time exploring, and if you have three or more kids, definitely ...
Academic Summer Camps for East Bay Kids
Want to make learning fun this summer? These educational summer camps include cool offerings in the East Bay from math to writing.
Kid-Friendly OMCA: Oakland Museum of California
Children under 12 are free. Kid-friendly exhibits and beautiful gardens make the Oakland Museum of California a win for families.
Children’s Creativity Museum in SF
The Children's Creativity Museum in Yerba Buena Gardens is a hands-on, multimedia art and technology experience for kids 2-12.
