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
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm: Discount Drive-In Movies @ West Wind Solano Drive-In, ConcordFriday, December 26, 2025
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm: Evening Model Railroad Train Show @ Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society, Walnut CreekTuesday, December 30, 2025
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm: Discount Drive-In Movies @ West Wind Solano Drive-In, ConcordTuesday, January 6, 2026
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm: Discount Drive-In Movies @ West Wind Solano Drive-In, ConcordWednesday, January 7, 2026
10:00 am – 11:00 am: Littles Skate @ Downtown Walnut Creek, Walnut CreekTuesday, January 13, 2026
5:30 pm – 8:00 pm: Discount Drive-In Movies @ West Wind Solano Drive-In, ConcordMore Family-Friendly East Bay Stuff to Know in the (925)
Best East Bay Destinations & Tips for Train Lovers
When my kid was one, the best way to get him out of the house was to talk about the choo choos we would see: ...
Best Places in the Bay Area for Camping With Little Kids
Here are our favorite Bay Area places to go tent camping with our little kids -- plus some cabin camping options for good measure.
A Guide to Cherry Picking in Brentwood for 2025
Brentwood: When to go, where to go, and what to bring on a cherry-picking day trip from the Bay Area.
Beyond Books: More to Love from the Library
Visit your local branch for some amazing checkouts and free offerings—from power tools and baking pans to telescopes and a museum outing.
Save the Date: San Ramon Art & Wind Festival
Kick off summer at the Bay Area’s beloved free two-day festival — the San Ramon Art & Wind Festival on May 25-26, 2025.
Free Building Workshops for Kids
Calling all mini builders! Local hardware stores host a variety of free family-friendly workshops and craft projects for kids with real tools
Where to Find Dinosaurs in the East Bay
If you and your kid are always looking for cool dinosaur books and toys, you'll love to see these life-size (and bigger!) local dinos.
Ticket Alert: Touch A Truck Event at Balestrieri Farms
The Junior League of the East Bay is holding Touch A Truck event on 4/26 at a scenic farm in Briones. Families are invited! Book ...
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.
Pixieland for Pint-sized Adventures in Concord
Pixieland Amusement Park was a super fun day for all three of my kids (age 2, 6, and 8). Think of it as a more ...
