April 2026
Best Things to Do With Kids in May
Discover the best things to do in May: fruit picking, Mother's Day gatherings, garden visits, storytimes, and community festivals for starters!
Sign Up for Free Trial Classes for Kids!
We love to try out a class before committing to a full session. Here are a few places that offer occasional free trials on kids' ...
Comic Book Day Meets Star Wars Day
Support your indie shops! Free comic book titles will be released to participating stores on the first Saturday in May.
Art, Design, and Maker Summer Camps
Let's design and make amazing things this summer! This roundup of maker and art summer camps will keep hands and brains busy.
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.
Frolic In An Unexpected Urban Gem: The Morcom Rose Garden
Roses bloom from April to October at the Morcom Rose Garden, but you can see turkeys anytime in this family friendly urban gem.
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month for Kids & Families
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with stories, food, and performances. We'll add more as we find them!
Spotlight on Payam Music Piano School
Looking for piano lessons for kids in Oakland? Payam Music offers innovative, engaging, beginner-friendly classes for ages 4+.
Music and Theater Day Camps for East Bay Kids
This roundup of artistic camps includes a range of summer camp creative pursuits from instruments, vocals, and dramatic fun.
East Bay Mother’s Day Guide
We love and appreciate you, Moms! Inspiration for celebration activities, cool outings, and great gifts for Mother's Day.
