Preschoolers

Favorite Activities for Preschoolers in the East Bay

Children’s Fairyland in Oakland: Rides and More

Children’s Fairyland in Oakland: Rides and More

Three-year olds guides to fun stuff in the Bay Area #preschoolers #510families

What to do with a three-year old in the Bay Area

kid sliding down an inflatable slide

25 Places to Take Preschoolers in the East Bay – Indoors

Monkey BizCampers making Fruit Kebabs at Monkey Business Camp

Summer Camps for Age 5 and Under

LEGOLAND Discovery Center - Bay Area speed ramp racers

Indoor Play Spaces in the East Bay

Martinez shoreline and two young children

30 Places to Play Outside with Your Little Kid

Upcoming Events for Preschoolers in the East Bay

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

8:00 am – 4:30 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden
9:00 am – 7:00 pm: Play at Splash Park @ El Cerrito Swim Center
9:30 am – 11:00 am: Pump It Up Preschool Jump @ Pump It Up
9:30 am – 11:00 am: Together Wee Play Drop-In @ Frances Albrier Community Center (San Pablo Park)
10:30 am – 11:45 am: Hikes for Tykes: Encinal Beach @ Encinal Beach
12:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Free Cone Day @ Ben & Jerry’s JLS Scoop Shop
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Visit with Wildlife @ Sulphur Creek Nature Center

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