Toddlers
Favorite Places to Bring Toddlers in the East Bay
Upcoming Events for Toddlers and Parents in the East Bay
Monday, October 26, 2026
10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Bananas Playgroup @ BANANAS – Eastmont Office11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Tot Splash (Ages 7 and Under) @ Richmond Plunge
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Little Dance Party @ Albany Library
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden9:00 am – 3:45 pm: Free Entrance Day at National Parks @ Muir Woods
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Baby/Toddler Storytime @ Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch | Berkeley Public Library
10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Bananas Playgroup @ BANANAS – Havenscourt Cub House
10:30 am – 11:30 am: Music in the Parks @ Jean Sweeney Open Space Park
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Toddler Plus Storytime @ Main | Alameda Free Library
11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Storytime and Garden Play @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library
Lots More Resources for Families with Toddlers
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Where To Get Easter Bunny Photos in the East Bay
Looking for an Easter Bunny for a visit or photo? We have a list for you!
Summer Camps for Age 5 and Under
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