925 Families
We’ve curated the best family-friendly activities for families in the East Bay. Find things to do with kids in Walnut Creek, Concord, Lamorinda, Pleasanton, and surrounding areas including parks and playgrounds, annual events, kid-friendly brewpubs, and other insanely useful resources.
Best Kid-Friendly Places in the (925)
Upcoming Events for (925) Families & Kids
Saturday, August 15, 2026
9:00 am – 1:00 pm: Farmers' Market Watermelon Festival @ Shadelands Art Center, Walnut Creek10:30 am – 2:30 pm: National Honey Bee Day @ Del Valle Regional Park, Livermore
11:00 am – 2:00 pm: Once Upon A Street: Pitch & Paint @ Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek
Sunday, August 16, 2026
9:00 am – 11:00 am: Rockin’ Tots @ Rockin’ Jump Trampoline Park | Concord, Concord11:00 am – 8:00 pm: Lamorinda Idol – Youth Singing Competition @ Orinda Theater, Orinda
Thursday, August 20, 2026
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm: Moraga Park Concert @ Moraga Commons Park, MoragaMore Family-Friendly East Bay Stuff to Know in the (925)
The Wave Waterpark in Dublin
The Dublin Wave is a water park with slides and water play areas for all ages.
East Bay Restaurants with Kids’ Play Areas
Restaurants with play areas can make a parent's life easier. We love these East Bay spots that welcome kids with open arms & a basket ...
7 Places to Go Fishing with Beginners Around Oakland
Have you ever wanted to take kids fishing but not known where to go? My favorite seven freshwater places to fish in the East Bay ...
6 Tot-Friendly Splash Parks in the East Bay
We've rounded up our favorite splash pads in the East Bay - perfect for pre-swimmers and toddlers to get cool in the summer heat.
Bay Area Fruit Picking Guide
Fruit picking is a year-round activity in California. Here's your guide to the what/where/when/how of Bay Area farms and orchards.
What Parents Should Know About Bay Area Water Parks
Your guide to Bay Area waterparks; find the one that works best for your family. From water slide junkies to sprayground newbies, we love ya!
Ticket Alert: Alameda County Fair June 19-July 12
The Alameda County Fair in Pleasanton is a traditional fair: carnival rides & games; quilts and pigs; and funnel cakes. This year, from June 19 ...
Clarke Swim Center: Swimming Pool with Inflatables in Walnut Creek
Clarke Memorial Swim Center has inflatable obstacle courses, lap pools, and a grassy lawn just across the parking lot from Heather Farm Playground.
Summertime Reading Games Powered by the Libraries
Summer is for reading! Many area public libraries offer summer reading games, community events & many cool kid-sized prizes for reading.
Apple Picking with Children Near the Bay Area
Apple-picking season is upon us. Here are a few U-pick options and Bay Area apple orchards worth a visit with your family. Always, call first!
