Albany & El Cerrito with Kids
Favorite Kid-Friendly Albany and El Cerrito Places
Upcoming Events for Albany and El Cerrito Kids & Families
Friday, August 7, 2026
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Play at Splash Park @ El Cerrito Swim Center, El CerritoSunday, August 9, 2026
10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Family Matinee: Fly Away Home @ Rialto Cinemas Cerrito, El CerritoMonday, August 10, 2026
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Play at Splash Park @ El Cerrito Swim Center, El CerritoWednesday, August 12, 2026
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm: Concerts in the Park @ Memorial Park | Albany, AlbanyThursday, August 13, 2026
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Play at Splash Park @ El Cerrito Swim Center, El CerritoFriday, August 14, 2026
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Play at Splash Park @ El Cerrito Swim Center, El CerritoMore Family-Friendly Albany/El Cerrito/Kensington Stuff to Know
Dec. 13 – 26: Life-Sized Nativity Scene in El Cerrito: Shadi Holiday Display
In a hillside lot in El Cerrito, a stucco version of Bethlehem pops up every holiday season. Stop by and check out this lighted display ...
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 ...
How to Book a Christmas Pedicab Adventure
This Christmas-themed outdoor adventure for your family may be just the thing to kick off your holiday season.
Best Bay Area Christmas Events for Families
Your Christmas planner of family-friendly Bay Area Christmas event picks for toddlers to teens.
Sponsor Spotlight: Prospect Sierra Launches The Learning Center
With two campuses in El Cerrito, Prospect Sierra creates a nurturing, personalized independent school where every child is celebrated.
10+ Free Holiday Happenings at Alameda South Shore Center
Beginning with a tree lighting Nov. 28 through Christmas Eve, your family can visit Santa Claus and see holiday movies outdoors.
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.
19 Places in the Bay Area Where Kids Can See Animals
Our favorite places to visit with animals, including Zoos, museums, aquariums, small shops, & farms!
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.
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.
