Alameda
There are tons of things to do on the island of Alameda with kids. We’ve rounded up the best playgrounds, parks, beaches (all free!) plus tons of other activities for families in Alameda.
Best Kid-Friendly Alameda Places
Upcoming Events for Alameda Kids & Families
Saturday, January 10, 2026
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Fish Feeding Viewing @ Crab Cove Visitor Center, AlamedaSunday, January 11, 2026
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm: Family Storytime @ Main | Alameda Free Library, Alameda2:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Family Movie Matinee @ Main | Alameda Free Library, Alameda
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Fish Feeding Viewing @ Crab Cove Visitor Center, Alameda
Monday, January 12, 2026
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Pop-N-Play @ Ruby’s Tumbling, AlamedaTuesday, January 13, 2026
10:30 am – 11:45 am: Sea Squirts: RSVP @ Crab Cove Visitor Center, AlamedaMore Family-Friendly Alameda Stuff to Know
Taking the San Francisco Bay Ferry With Kids
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Where to Mail Your Letters to Santa
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Drop-in Art Studios for Families
I love art studios stocked with supplies where I can let my kids get messy without worrying about cleaning up afterward. These drop-in studios fit ...
Lighted Yachts & Boats on Parade for the Holidays
Add these lighted yacht parades to your holiday bucket list. Twinkling boats pass by in a floating Christmas light spectacular.
Best Bay Area Christmas Events for Families
Your Christmas planner of family-friendly Bay Area Christmas event picks for toddlers to teens.
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.
Best Christmas Lights in the East Bay
We love holiday lights! Whether you stay in the car and do a "drive-by" or get out to stroll, East Bay Christmas light displays are ...
Where to Get Photos with Santa Claus in the East Bay
Where to get your Santa photos in the East Bay, Oakland, Alameda, or Berkeley and our nearby vicinity all month long.
Best East Bay Holiday Lights: Alameda’s Christmas Tree Lane
The best holiday lights in the East Bay are on Christmas Tree Lane in Alameda where the neighbors create a magical holiday experience.
50 Things to Do With Bay Area Kids When School Is Out
Wondering what to do when school is out? Take one of these 50 fantastic Bay Area ideas and build your day around it.
