Holiday Train Rides Around the Bay Area
All aboard the Polar Express! Here are a few magical holiday train rides for Bay Area families, some of which will sell out quickly.
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Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month for Kids & Families
Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15 through October 15. We found a variety of ways to celebrate with kids in the East Bay.
OWLS Program Gets Homeschool Students Outdoors
For East Bay homeschooling families, the OWLS program, an offering from Seeds of Love Collective, invites neurodiverse learners ages 6-11 to enjoy authentic, hands-on learning …
Ticket Alert: Oct. 20 to 29 Fairyland Halloween Jam
Fairyland invites you to Halloween Jam with decorated sets and rides, a creepy crawly scavenger hunt, crafts, and a goody bag. Costumes optional.
What to Do With Kids on Berkeley’s Fourth Street
Berkeley’s Fourth Street has the food, fun, and stuff to please folks of all ages. Up early? Love trains? Reptiles? Coffee? Toys? Come on.
Ticket Alert: Upcoming Shows & Special Events
Save the date and book your tickets now for these Bay Area events for kids.
Ride the Haunted Train at Ardenwood Historic Farm
This historic train ride through the farm is just what little train lovers want and the price is right. Enjoy Ardenwood on the rails.
Ticket Alert: East Bay Polar Express: Niles Canyon Train of Lights (2023)
Set your calendar alerts. Niles Canyon Railway plans to release tickets for their popular Train of Lights event for the 2023 Holiday season on October 7.
Fun Things To Do in the East Bay This Weekend: September 23-24
Need an exciting activity for your family’s weekend plans? From community fests to park playtime to bike tours, we have a handful of great picks.
East Bay Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Guide
East Bay pumpkin patches come in many types: a pile at the market, a quick pumpkin picture, a carnival atmosphere, or a full day on the farm.
Oct. 14: Free BORP Adaptive Sports Expo — Register Now
Oct. 14, the BORP Adaptive Sports Expo is a free opportunity for people with disabilities to try many different sports + recreation activities at 3 Berkeley locations.
Birth and Baby Resources for East Bay Expectant Parents
Birth and Baby Guide for East Bay parents includes where to shop, places to go, + people to know for pregnancy & baby’s first year in the (510).
Cal Sailing Club Offers Free Boat Rides (Sometimes)
Did you know that Cal Sailing Club offers regular free rides to curious community members (including kids 5+)?
21 Best Things to Do With Kids in Berkeley
Berkeley can keep a family happily busy all day, from the marina to the hills and the playgrounds and creeks in between.
East Bay Family Photographers: Reader’s Favorites
This list of photographers for East Bay families was curated with the help of 510Families.com readers who shouted out their faves.
Joan’s Pumpkin Patch in Livermore is Old School And Scenic
Nestled in the hills, Joan’s Farm is a nostalgic, classic, kind of pumpkin patch experience. Even during its busiest moments Joan’s feels very relaxed.
Pomegranate Picking in the East Bay
It is pomegranate picking season and you can head out to a Bay Area farm and pick with your children for a terrific autumn outing.
Discounts for East Bay Families
- Oakland Aviation Museum. Save 60% on admission to this exciting, kid-approved aircraft experience.
- Save on Disneyland tix. Disneyland Resorts at best prices through our affiliate, Get Away Today.
- More East Bay discounts >
Welcome to {510} Families
For parents looking for more fun with their kids in the East Bay, this is your online guide. You’ll find free and cheap activities for babies and kids in Oakland, Berkeley and surrounding areas.
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– Heather & Whitney
