Day Trips
There are so many places to go when you have the day to explore the Bay Area with a family. Here are a few hundred terrific ideas with places to play and eat while you’re away on your adventurous day trips with kids.
50 Things to Do With Kids When School is Out
Where to go to have the best day when kids are out of school.
Visit Alcatraz With Kids
Alcatraz is a lot of fun with kids -- when your kids are the right age -- here are my best tips for Alcatraz with ...
What Are The Closest Snow Play Trips for Bay Area Families?
Where to take Bay Area kids to play in the snow? Skip the lifts. Here are five options for kid-friendly snow play with snowshoes or ...
Special Discount: Pumpkin Festival on the Coast
Rancho Siempre Verde is a family farm with a rustic yet whimsical vibe, fresh fall harvest, giant swings, and coastal views.
Ticket Alert: Book Now for Thomas & Percy Halloween
Thomas the Tank Engine is coming close to the Bay Area for Thomas and Percy's Halloween Party, October 10 - 25, 2026.
Bay Area Discovery Museum Halloween Party: Goblin Jamboree
Goblin Jamboree is a costume party with hands-on learning activities and spooky decorations. Best for those under age 8.
Three Nunns Pumpkin Patch Has Tractors, U-Pick & Massive Corn Mazes for Acres of Fun
Open 9/24 through 10/31, Brentwood's Three Nunns Farm has a u-pick pumpkins, 2 corn mazes, and rides!
On Sale Oct. 3: East Bay Christmas Train: Niles Canyon Train of Lights
Set your calendar alerts. Niles Canyon Railway plans to release tickets for their popular Train of Lights event in October.
Visit with Black Santa in Oakland & More
Find Black Santa Claus for photos in Oakland from Nov. 16 through Christmas Eve.
Tricks and Treats at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is Scare-Free
Families at Six Flags' Tricks and Treats can expect a Hay Maze, Kids Costume Contest, & Trick or Treat Trail.
