Summer bucket list of family fun outings that cost less less than five bucks for an adult and a kid. Thanks to all of you who contributed.
WIN: Birthday party at Twirl Alameda
Win a fun art and play birthday party at Twirl Alameda valued at $300. Your child and 11 little buddies will have a blast!
Kid-friendly Fourth of July
Parades, pancakes, festivals, & fireworks! Our Fourth of July Guide for East Bay families has it all. Sponsored by Sarah’s Science.
Alameda’s Sand Castle and Sculpture Contest this weekend
Saturday June 10th is the Alameda Sand Castle/Sculpture Contest at Crown Memorial Beach. Grab your shovels!
All about our epic playdate at Bladium (photos!)
We had so much fun at our epic playdate for East Bay parents: A Tot’s Day Out at Bladium! If you missed out, please enjoy the photos by Icarian Photography.
WIN: Bladium Alameda Birthday Party {Giveaway}
We’re so excited to offer the chance to win a fabulous Bladium Alameda birthday party to one lucky winner. Active parties for toddlers to big kids.
East Bay Summer Outdoor Movie Round-Up
If your kids can stay up well past 9pm, there are a few outdoor movies you can see for FREE. Most start around 8:15-8:45ish. BYO blankets.
Dining Al Fresco in Alameda
Where do you like to eat outside with kids in Alameda? Here are some of our community’s favorite al fresco dining options on the island.
99 Days of Summer for Bay Area Kids {2017}
Summer Bay Area planner: Ice cream, camp-outs, art, s’mores, swimming, outdoor movies, hiking, animal encounters, a little bit of everything!
Cool Bay Area sleepovers you can do with your child
Lucky kids can try any of these amazing Bay Area sleepovers with you, the super cool parent: museums, zoos, amusement parks, and aircraft carrier!
Cheap summer movies in Alameda
For $10 per person, you can go to every movie in the Kids Movie Series this summer hosted by The Alameda Theatre & Cineplex on Central Ave in Alameda.
You’re Invited: Tot’s Day Out at Bladium in Alameda
Join us on Tuesday, May 16 from 10 to noon. RSVP now to claim your ticket! This will be our largest event to date, as the space in the Bladium is HUGE!
Swimming lessons for East Bay kids
Let’s talk swimming lessons. Here are 17 East Bay swimming pools that will help teach your child how to swim, arranged roughly from South to North.
Staycation guide to Bay Area beaches
Bay Area beaches are perfect for a mini getaway or daytrip. Here are some of our favorites with links to full descriptions.
Drop-in art studios for families
I love a creative space stocked with supplies where I can let my kids get messy without worrying about cleaning up afterward.