Fremont
Fremont offers families an eclectic mix of history, scenic trails, quarry lakes, indoor and outdoor playgrounds, shops, and multicultural restaurants.
Best Kid-Friendly Fremont Places
Upcoming Events for Fremont Kids & Families
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: STEM with We Are Science @ Fremont Main Library, FremontSaturday, August 30, 2025
11:00 am – 11:30 am: Coyote Hills Puppet Show @ Coyote Hills Regional Park, Fremont2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Macramé Magic @ Centerville Library, Fremont
3:00 pm – 3:45 pm: Music Together @ Fremont Main Library, Fremont
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Downtown Dog Days @ Fremont Downtown Event Center & Plaza, Fremont
8:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Dumbarton Quarry Campfire @ Dumbarton Quarry Campground on the Bay, Fremont
More Family-Friendly Fremont Stuff to Know
Late Summer Brainstorm: 25 Things to Do that Cost Less Than $10
Summer bucket list of family fun outings that cost less than 10 bucks for one adult and one child
Dig Deep Pumpkin Patch Now at Ardenwood Farms in Fremont
Dig Deep Farms at Ardenwood Historic Farm hosts an annual pumpkin patch with weekend daytime hours.
How to Enjoy a Campfire Without Camping
Experience a glowing campfire without the hassle of camping at EBPRD's summertime campfire programs
Ride the Haunted Train at Ardenwood Historic Farm
This historic train ride through the farm is just what little train lovers want and the price is right. Enjoy Ardenwood on the rails.
On Sale Oct. 4: 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 for the first Saturday of October.
East Bay Fireworks & Other Fourth of July Events
Parades, pancakes, flags, festivals, & fireworks! Our Fourth of July Guide for East Bay families has it all.
Water Park Fun at Public Pool Prices: Rankin Aquatic Center in Martinez
The Rankin Aquatic Center includes a play structure with a "big yellow bucket" that dumps water every few minutes while it's on.
19+ Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth With Kids
Celebrate Juneteenth, June 19th, with community gatherings, great meals, lively music, and cultural celebrations. Or a little of everything.
Spotlight on American Swim Academy
American Swim Academy offers warm indoor year-round swim lessons to build water safety, confidence, and strong swimming skills.
75 Days of Summer Fun for East Bay Kids
The best ideas for family fun all summer long: fruit picking, ice cream, bike rides, beaches, splashing, and concerts!
