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
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm: LEGO Club @ Central Library | Berkeley Public LibraryFriday, February 27, 2026
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Free Telescope Viewings @ Chabot Space & Science CenterSaturday, February 28, 2026
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Free Telescope Viewings @ Chabot Space & Science CenterSunday, March 1, 2026
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Fish Feeding Viewing @ Crab Cove Visitor CenterTuesday, March 3, 2026
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm: LEGO Club @ Central Library | Berkeley Public LibraryWednesday, March 4, 2026
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Fish Feeding Viewing @ Crab Cove Visitor CenterFriday, March 6, 2026
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Free Telescope Viewings @ Chabot Space & Science CenterSaturday, March 7, 2026
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Free Telescope Viewings @ Chabot Space & Science CenterSunday, March 8, 2026
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Fish Feeding Viewing @ Crab Cove Visitor CenterTuesday, March 10, 2026
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm: LEGO Club @ Central Library | Berkeley Public LibraryScience Resources and Places for East Bay Families
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.
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 ...
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
Ticket Alert: Family-friendly Maker Faire Bay Area
Maker Faire Bay Area is about creativity, which means every year brings something completely new that you’ve never seen.
Chabot Space & Science Center is a Gem in Oakland’s Redwoods
Chabot Space & Science Center reopened and we have the full scoop on what's new and what's still great for families.
Hikes for Tykes: Exploring the Regional Parks
Hikes for Tykes offers guided toddler-friendly nature walks and exploration in various East Bay Regional Parks.
Discover San Francisco’s Randall Museum
The Randall Museum is a FREE wildlife museum with live animals, trains and is next to a short steep hike to a killer view.
Birthday Party Place: Lush Handmade Cosmetics
For ages 5+, birthday party guests can mold soap and bath bombs with natural ingredients at the Lush Shop.
Animal Discovery Room at Lawrence Hall of Science
The Lawrence Hall of Science hosts an active Animal Discovery Zone from chinchillas to box turtles.
