Babies
Places to Go with Babies in the East Bay
Upcoming Events for Babies and Parents in the East Bay
Thursday, September 10, 2026
10:00 am – 11:30 am: Play Cafe @ 81st Avenue Branch | Oakland Public Library10:15 am – 10:45 am: Storytime @ El Cerrito Library
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Mother Goose on the Loose @ Main | Alameda Free Library
10:30 am – 11:30 am: Musical Story Time @ Frances Albrier Community Center (San Pablo Park)
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Storytime Junction @ Lafayette Library and Learning Center
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Lincoln Summer Nights @ Lincoln Square Park
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Summer Concert @ Castro Valley Library
Friday, September 11, 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden9:00 am – 7:00 pm: Splash Park @ El Cerrito Swim Center
10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime @ Alameda Veterans Memorial Building
Resources for Families with Babies
New Book for Oakland Kids: BROWN
BROWN: The Many Shades of Love was written by two Oakland educators and is available wherever books are sold!
Reopening Oct. 4: SFMOMA With Free Admission For 2 Weeks
There’s plenty to see at SFMOMA with kids and they're reopening with two weeks of FREE admission.      Â
Talking about Race with Kids Right Now
We are excited to share a guest post from Dr. Allison Briscoe-Smith, East Bay mother of three and a child psychologist who specializes in trauma ...
Reopening: AquaTech Swim Center in Alameda
With lots of precautions in place, swim lessons at AquaTech Swim Center will resume.
Kid-friendly Beer Garden: Arthur Mac’s Tap and Snack
Arthur Mac's Tap and Snack is a modern retro family-friendly beer garden near the Macarthur Bart station in the Temescal District of Oakland.
Park profile: Jordan Park
There are two main play structures in this neighborhood park surrounded by sand, swings for big kids and babies, and tons and tons of toys.
Insider tips: University Village with kids
From free toys to expensive parking, here are my insider tips for parents of babies and little kids living in the University Village.
Best Baby Classes in the East Bay
Looking for baby gyms, baby music classes, or language exploration? These are the best baby classes in Oakland and the East Bay for infants and ...
Park Profile: Willard Park in Berkeley
Willard Park near Elmwood is a terrific park and playground for families with a large grassy field, tot play yard, and tennis courts.
Alameda Parks and Playgrounds
Discover a new-to-you playground or park in Alameda, CA.
