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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, Hayward

Wednesday, May 21, 2025

6:30 pm – 7:00 pm: Asia Fantasia: Folktales & Music @ Main Branch | San Leandro Public Library, San Leandro

Friday, May 23, 2025

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Visit with Wildlife @ Sulphur Creek Nature Center, Hayward

Saturday, May 24, 2025

11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Family Yoga Class @ Main Branch | San Leandro Public Library, San Leandro

Tuesday, May 27, 2025

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Visit with Wildlife @ Sulphur Creek Nature Center, Hayward

Friday, May 30, 2025

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Visit with Wildlife @ Sulphur Creek Nature Center, Hayward

More Family-Friendly Hayward / San Leandro / San Lorenzo Stuff to Know

child at library

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.
toddler playing at beach

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.
Cannery Park Splash Pad

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.
little kid balancing on a log with picnic tables and trees in the distance

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.
child at pool

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.
Pacific Pinball Museum in Alameda

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!
future star baseball camp

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 ...

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