Babies
Places to Go with Babies in the East Bay
Upcoming Events for Babies and Parents in the East Bay
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden10:00 am – 4:00 pm: WildCare's Ambassador Zone @ WildCare Animal Rescue
11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Storytime and Garden Play @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library
11:45 am – 12:15 pm: Baby Bounce @ Montclair Branch | Oakland Public Library
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm: Verónica Freidkes Music Program @ 81st Avenue Branch | Oakland Public Library
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime @ Alameda Veterans Memorial Building10:30 am – 11:00 am: Baby & Me @ West End Branch | Alameda Free Library
1:00 pm – 1:45 pm: Malinky Music @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Downtown San Leandro Farmers' Market @ Downtown San Leandro
Thursday, April 30, 2026
10:00 am – 11:45 am: Garden Playdate @ Melrose Branch | Oakland Public LibraryResources for Families with Babies
Park Profile: Jewel’s Terrace Park (Albany)
Jewel's Terrace Park has two playgrounds, large grassy field, tennis courts, basketball court, picnic tables, and a BBQ grill.
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.
Yes, the Bay Area Does Have Seasons: Winter
We gratefully welcome back Annie Burke, founder of Outside Kids, for today’s post. Most people say that the Bay Area doesn’t have seasons. I disagree. ...
Perfect Bay Area roadtrips with a baby
Here are a few Bay Area getaways where you can just throw the baby and gear into your family car and set out. Once you ...
East Bay baby class: Happy Baby Signs
Happy Baby Signs offers an Introductory Workshop and two six-week playgroups that do not need to be taken in any particular order to help you ...
Get your kid a job: toy tester
Sign up for your baby or toddler to be a toy tester at the LeapFrog/VTech lab in Emeryville. We've done it and enjoyed it.
