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
EARTHseed Farm U-Pick Apples & Furry Pigs in Sebastopol
EARTHseed Farm is a cute organic farm just past the quaint town of Graton. My family spent a lovely morning there picking apples and more!
Apple-A-Day Ratzlaff Ranch U-Pick Apples
Apple picking time is here! So don your flannels and boots and pack up the kiddos for a good old-fashioned day of apple picking in ...
A Memorable Day Apple Picking at Chileno Valley Ranch
Chileno Valley Ranch in Petaluma is a picturesque place to pick apples with kids -- only an hour drive north of Oakland.
Dance Classes for Toddlers in the East Bay
Ballet and pre-dance classes for toddlers and children under five are both popular and prolific. Find the perfect dance class for your child.
Where Do You Swim in the East Bay?
We've rounded up all the best places to swim in the East Bay: seasonal pools, water parks, beaches, lagoons, and even private pools you can ...
Arlington Park & Clubhouse: Lots to Explore in El Cerrito
Arlington Park has tons of green space and is one of those winding parks that has a variety of areas to explore beyond the play ...
Spotlight on Patti’s Swim School
Patti's Swim School specializes in private, one-on-one swim instruction and classes for all levels. Beginning at 5 months.
Tassajara Park (and Playground!) in El Cerrito
With two play structures, a grassy field, and a bathroom accessible to those in the know, Tassajara Park in El Cerrito is a fun place ...
East Bay Father’s Day Guide
Looking for things to do on Father's Day in Oakland? Here are some local-ish ideas for treating, entertaining, and celebrating Dad.
Ticket Alert June 13: Chabot Space & Science BubbleFest
Save the date for BubbleFest at Chabot Space & Science Center in the Oakland Hills. Prepare to be delighted.
