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, June 2, 2026
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Hacienda Nights Food Truck Event @ Hacienda del las flores, Moraga8:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Discount Drive-In Movies @ West Wind Solano Drive-In, Concord
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
8:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Discount Drive-In Movies @ West Wind Solano Drive-In, ConcordThursday, June 11, 2026
8:00 pm – 10:00 pm: Movies in the Park: The Lion King @ Orinda Community Park, OrindaFriday, June 12, 2026
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Rock the Plaza Concert Series @ Downtown Lafayette, LafayetteSaturday, June 13, 2026
10:00 am – 3:00 pm: Martinez Beaver Festival @ Susana Street Park, MartinezMore Family-Friendly East Bay Stuff to Know in the (925)
Lunar New Year in the Bay Area is a Family-Friendly Celebration
As the Year of the Horse approaches, a handful of wonderful kid-friendly Lunar New Year celebrations pop up around the Bay Area.
Favorite East Bay Food Halls for Families
Choose your own dining adventure at a food hall. Here are our favorites with dozens of meal choices to please even the pickiest taste buds.
Mini-Golf at Putter’s Goat Track Country Club in Walnut Creek
It's the perfect time for some mini-golf fun at Putters Putt Putt — a charming, neighborhood mini golf course in Walnut Creek.
Park Profile: Pine Meadow Park in Martinez
Pine Meadow Park is a sweet neighborhood park with a unique play structure, accessible design, spinning merry-go-round, and swings.
Best Places to Take Kids in Concord
Discover 15+ destinations and small town treasures for families to plan an amazing day in Concord.
We Love the Drive-In Movie Theater in Concord
We love to pile into our minivan for the drive-in movies in Concord at the Solano West Wind. Winter is the best time for little kids.
Opens November 21, 2025: Walnut Creek on Ice
Walnut Creek Ice skating rink & tubing slide is open seasonally, November through January.
Favorite East Bay Christmas Tree Lots & Farms
East Bay Christmas tree lots from Alameda, Oakland, Castro Valley, Berkeley range from fast, playful, to woodsy. Choose your favorite!
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.
Paws to Read: A Cuddly Option for Young Readers
Children can practice reading to trained furry friends in supportive literacy programs found at various East Bay library branches.
