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)

Things to Do with Kids in Walnut Creek

Kid-Friendly Activities in Lafayette — That Parents Will Love, Too

child standing in front of yellow water slide

What Parents Should Know About Bay Area Water Parks

Field Trip: Lindsay Wildlife Experience in Walnut Creek

Créatif Art Studio: Drop-in painting in Pleasanton

Pixieland for Pint-sized Adventures in Concord

Worth the Drive: Heather Farm Park & Playground in Walnut Creek

Upcoming Events for (925) Families & Kids

Friday, October 23, 2026

3:00 pm – 6:00 pm: Trunk or Treat @ Civic Park & Community Center (Walnut Creek), Walnut Creek
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Haunted Trail @ Pleasant Hill Park, Pleasant Hill
9:15 pm – 9:30 pm: Diwali Drone Light Show @ Lesher Center for the Arts, Walnut Creek

Saturday, October 24, 2026

10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Halloween Hay Day @ Livermore Downtown, Livermore
10:30 am – 2:00 pm: Bike Ride to Pumpkin Patch @ Dublin/Pleasanton BART Station, Pleasanton
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Diwali Celebration Street Fair @ Lesher Center for the Arts, Walnut Creek

More Family-Friendly East Bay Stuff to Know in the (925)

East Bay Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Guide

East Bay pumpkin patches come in many types: a pile at the market, a quick pumpkin picture, a carnival atmosphere, or a full day on ...

Our visit to G & M Farms Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze in Livermore

The pumpkin patch portion of G & M Farms couldn't be cuter. Grab a red Radio Flyer wagon and pick from rows of perfectly placed ...

Hispanic/Latine Heritage Month for Kids & Families

Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15 through October 15. We found a variety of ways to celebrate with kids in the East Bay.

little girl picking an apple off of a tree

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!

Christmas Tree Lightings in the East Bay & San Francisco

This list of Christmas tree lightings provides festive options for families in the East Bay and beyond.

Joan’s Pumpkin Patch in Livermore is Old School And Scenic

Nestled in the hills, Joan’s Farm is a nostalgic, classic, kind of pumpkin patch experience. Even during its busiest moments Joan’s feels very relaxed.