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
Thursday, July 16, 2026
10:30 am – 11:30 am: Summer Tinker Tots @ Main Branch | San Leandro Public Library, San Leandro12:30 pm – 4:30 pm: Family Recreational Swim @ San Leandro Family Aquatic Center, San Leandro
12:30 pm – 1:15 pm: JAMaRoo for Kids @ Weekes Branch | Hayward Public Library, Hayward
Saturday, July 18, 2026
9:00 am – 1:00 pm: Farmers' Market Kids Day @ Bayfair Center, San Leandro11:00 am – 3:00 pm: Chalkfest @ Unity Park, Hayward
11:00 am – 2:30 pm: Family Fun Saturday – Summer Flowers @ Hayward Area Historical Society, Hayward
More Family-Friendly Hayward / San Leandro / San Lorenzo Stuff to Know
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.
East Bay Fireworks & Other Fourth of July Events
Parades, drone shows, flags, festivals, & fireworks! Our Fourth of July Guide for East Bay families has it all.
Summertime Reading Games Powered by the Libraries
Summer is for reading! Many area public libraries offer summer reading games, community events & many cool kid-sized prizes for reading.
East Bay Father’s Day Guide
Looking for things to do on Father's Day in Oakland? Here are some local-ish ideas for treating, entertaining, and celebrating Dad.
99 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!
Parents’ Guide to East Bay Gardens
Explore family-friendly East Bay Gardens for outdoor fun: admire flowers, follow butterflies, enjoy nature, & get inspired!
East Bay Outdoor Movie Round-Up
If your kids can stay up well past 9pm, there are a few outdoor movies you can see for FREE. Most start around 8:15-8:45ish. BYO ...
99 Kid-friendly Restaurants in the East Bay
99 kid-friendly restaurants to check out in Oakland and Berkeley from Breakfast for dinner to Mexican, Pizza, Asian, Diners, and lots more!
Swimming at Cull Canyon in Castro Valley
A swimmable lake within a stones throw from Oakland, perfect for little kids.
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.
