Toddlers
Favorite Places to Bring Toddlers in the East Bay
Upcoming Events for Toddlers and Parents in the East Bay
Friday, October 23, 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden10:00 am – 12:00 pm: Shabbat & Play @ Temple Sinai
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Story Time @ Crab Cove @ Crab Cove Visitor Center
11:15 am – 12:15 pm: Oaktown Jazz Storytime @ Richmond Library | West Side Branch
3:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Trunk or Treat @ Civic Park & Community Center (Walnut Creek)
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm: Costume Swap @ Swings and Wings
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Petting Zoo @ The Backyard
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Haunted Trail @ Pleasant Hill Park
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Trick or Treat @ Fremont Downtown Event Center & Plaza
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Pumpkin Play Patch @ Whimsy Willow
Lots More Resources for Families with Toddlers
Take the Train to Sacramento’s Railroad Museum
Your train-obsessed children are going to love this adventure to the California Railroad Museum in Sacramento from Berkeley by railroad.
Joaquin Miller Park Has Some of the Best Views (& Lizards) in East Bay
Joaquin Miller Park has stellar views, tons of lizards and plenty of trails to explore with kids.
Park Report: San Leandro Marina Park
With two playgrounds and a waterfront location in San Leandro, this park invites tons of family fun.
Holiday Family Getaway in Napa: Meritage Resort & Spa
An easy getaway to the Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa offers holiday magic at its best.
Where to Find Monarch Butterflies in the East Bay
It's that time of year where Western monarchs gather in Northern California. Find out where to find them in the East Bay!
Paint Baby Keepsakes at Brushstrokes
Paint baby keepsakes at Brushstrokes Studio by getting footprints on pottery. We like mugs and tiles the best.
Emeryville’s New Park: Huchiun Park
A pedestrian bridge leads over the railroad tracks to Bay Street. Train lovers will enjoy the view from this brand-new park!
Profile: Fremont’s Central Park
Fremont's Central Park offers tons of space to run and play, picnic, boat, and exercise, there is a unique playground unlike any I've seen.
Profile: Christie Park at Public Market Emeryville
Christie Park at Emeryville's Public Market has a delightful ocean-themed play structure and easy access to food.
Christmas Tree Farm Magic at Rancho Siempre Verde in Pescadero
Ride an epic tree swing, make a wreath, roast marshmallows, cut your own Christmas tree, hike in the woods, and wrestle your brothers in the ...
