Save on Bay Area Play Spaces in August
For the month of August 2022, play at all five of these local play places for $50 per child. Mix it up for them and for YOU.
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Family Fun in the East Bay
46 Best Activities for Teens in the East Bay & Beyond
What to do with East Bay teens? Our teenagers’ Bay Area favorites include museum deals, hiking, beach day, little farm, & fire pits at ocean beach.
Tips for Taking Kids to Cal Football Games
Here are some tips to help kids enjoy Cal football games and surrounding festivities, so you can make it through the whole game whine-free
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Fun Things To Do in the East Bay This Weekend: August 13-14
Build a sand castle, watch acrobatic feats, see planes soar, or groove at a street festival: See our top picks for a fabulous weekend.
Park Report: San Leandro Marina Park
With two playgrounds and a waterfront location in San Leandro, this park invites tons of family fun.
Spotlight: Bay Area Children’s Theatre Family Memberships
You and your kids can see all the wonderful shows in the 2022-23 season as many times as you want starting with Elephant & Piggie.
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Top 3 Family-Friendly Bike Rides in Alameda
Biking is the best way to experience the city of Alameda with your kids. Cross the island on a bike via safe protected bike routes. Here are our faves.
Coming Soon: Scottish Games in Pleasanton
Labor Day Weekend at the Alameda County Fairgrounds come for feats of strength, colorful highland dances, whisky tasting, and lots of kilts.
Support Black-Owned Restaurants and Caterers in the East Bay
Eating at local Black-owned restaurants is a win-win-win. Here’s a family-friendly list of some East Bay eateries doing dine in and carry-out.
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A Parent’s Guide to Soccer in the East Bay
Where, how, and when to sign kids up for soccer programs that match their developmental level.
Watch Planes Soar at Buchanan Field Playground in Concord
Plane-loving kiddos will love spotting airplanes and jets at Buchanan Field Playground and Observation Area. Plus, it’s free!
Tilden Park Steam Trains are a Cheap Thrill
The Tilden Park steam trains in the Berkeley hills are 7 days a week through Labor Day. Wonderful fun for toddlers. Plan your visit.
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Best Art Classes for Kids in the East Bay
Presenting our guide to getting your child started in art classes in the East Bay, sponsored by LIV & CHIU art studio in El Cerrito.
EARTHseed Farm U-Pick Apples & Furry Pigs in Sebastopol
Earthseed Farm is a cute organic farm just past the quaint town of Graton. My family spent a lovely morning there picking apples and more!
Apple Picking with Children Near the Bay Area
Apple-picking season is upon us. Here are a few U-pick options and Bay Area apple orchards worth a visit with your family. Always, call first!
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Apple-A-Day Ratzlaff Ranch U-Pick Apples
Apple picking time is here! So don your flannels and boots and pack up the kiddos for a good old-fashioned day of apple picking in the North Bay.
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.
Discover what you can do this weekend, where you can play, and how to find everything an East Bay family needs. Help us build this community: submit tips and make comments. Thank you for visiting.
Discover our never-ending calendar of fun stuff to do with kids in the East Bay!
– Heather & Whitney
