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
Thursday, April 18, 2024
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Preschool Storytime @ Bay Farm Branch | Alameda Free Library, AlamedaFriday, April 19, 2024
10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Wee Play: Drop-In Playtime @ Alameda Veterans Memorial Building, Alameda10:30 am – 11:00 am: Story Time @ Crab Cove @ Crab Cove Visitor Center, Alameda
Saturday, April 20, 2024
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Alameda's Spring Shindig @ Alameda Point Multi-Purpose Field, Alameda1:15 pm – 3:15 pm: Bohème Out of the Box @ Radium Runway, Alameda Point, Alameda
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm: Family Nature Fun Hour: Going Green @ Crab Cove Visitor Center, Alameda
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