Hayward
There are tons of things to do with kids in the San Leandro Hayward area. We’ve rounded up the best playgrounds, parks, beaches (all free!) plus tons of other activities for families.
Best Kid-Friendly Places in Hayward and San Leandro
Upcoming Events for Hayward / San Leandro Kids & Families
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Visit with Wildlife @ Sulphur Creek Nature Center, HaywardWednesday, May 21, 2025
6:30 pm – 7:00 pm: Asia Fantasia: Folktales & Music @ Main Branch | San Leandro Public Library, San LeandroFriday, May 23, 2025
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Visit with Wildlife @ Sulphur Creek Nature Center, HaywardSaturday, May 24, 2025
11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Family Yoga Class @ Main Branch | San Leandro Public Library, San LeandroTuesday, May 27, 2025
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Visit with Wildlife @ Sulphur Creek Nature Center, HaywardFriday, May 30, 2025
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Visit with Wildlife @ Sulphur Creek Nature Center, HaywardMore Family-Friendly Hayward / San Leandro / San Lorenzo Stuff to Know
East Bay Outdoor Summer Movie Round-Up
Outdoor movies are back this summer so grab a blanket & keep your kids up late. Here are a few fun places to watch movies ...
Beyond Books: More to Love from the Library
Visit your local branch for some amazing checkouts and free offerings—from power tools and baking pans to telescopes and a museum outing.
A Daycation at Don Castro Swimming Lagoon in Hayward
The clear blue water, sandy toddler-friendly beach and shallows, and affordable price all make for the perfect East Bay daycation with your family.
Opening Memorial Day 2025: Spray Ground at Cannery Park in Hayward
The water feature at Cannery Park in Hayward is the big draw on hot days, operating specific days from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Opening: Swimming at Cull Canyon in Castro Valley
A swimmable lake within a stones throw from Oakland, perfect for little kids.
6 Tot-Friendly Splash Parks in the East Bay
We've rounded up our favorite splash pads in the East Bay - perfect for pre-swimmers and toddlers to get cool in the summer heat.
Half-day Trip: Sulphur Creek Nature Center in Hayward
This wild animal rehabilitation center in Hayward allows kids to get up close and personal with drop-in hours and special programs.
Cold or Wet Day? Go Indoor Swimming
My kids love to go to an indoor swimming pool even if the weather outside is frightful. Here are some fave East Bay pools.
Indoor Fun: 10+ Things to Do on Rainy Days in the East Bay
On a rainy day, here are some great indoor fun East Bay destinations to make your kids happy and run off those ya-yas!
A Rookie’s Guide to Kids Baseball & Softball in the East Bay
If you're thinking you'd like to give your child the opportunity to play baseball, but don't know how to get started, keep reading. We'll walk ...
