Oakland
There are tons of things to do with kids in Oakland, CA. From parks and playgrounds to annual events, family-friendly brewpubs, and other insanely useful resources for Oakland parents, we have it here.
Best Kid-Friendly Oakland Places
Upcoming Events for Oakland Kids & Families
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Baby Bounce: Songs and Playtime @ Golden Gate Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland10:15 am – 11:30 am: Storytime and Playtime in the Library @ Melrose Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
10:30 am – 12:00 pm: BANANAS In-Person Playgroup @ EBALDC Lion Creek Crossings, Oakland
11:30 am – 12:00 pm: Family Storytime @ West Oakland Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
1:30 pm – 3:30 pm: Crafts at King Branch @ Martin Luther King Jr. Branch | Oakland Library, Oakland2:00 pm – 3:30 pm: MOCHA Art Workshop in the Library: Main Branch @ Main Library | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
More Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
10+ Drop-in Toddler Activities in the East Bay for $10 or Less
A helpful list of toddler activities and outings that don’t require advanced planning, for East Bay kids and parents.
East Bay Classes for a Great Workout With a Baby in Tow
Want to workout with baby in tow? We love group exercise options that make it possible for moms to bring baby along. Here are 5+ in the East Bay.
What to Do With Kids in Fremont
Some of the most fun you can have with kids in Fremont no matter what the season. Where to go to play, learn, and go back in time.
Best BARTable Play for Toddlers
Riding BART can be a real treat for train-loving toddlers. Here is a handful of mostly free BART-friendly destinations for toddlers and their parents.
Youth Soccer in the East Bay: A Parent’s Guide
Where, how, and when to sign kids up for soccer programs that match their developmental level.
Lunar New Year in the Bay Area is a Family-Friendly Celebration
Celebrate Year of the Rabbit around the Bay Area. Here’s how make the most of Lunar New Year events with kids.
Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park: How to Search for Salamanders in Wet Weather
Here’s a mission for your little explorers and instructions on how to have a successful search for salamanders in the Oakland hills.
8 East Bay Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
We found 8 (some with multiple locations) restaurants in the East Bay where kids eat free. Skip cooking some night and grab dinner here.
The Impeccable Christmas Lights and Gardens at Oakland’s Temple Hill
Enjoy Christmas lights, music, and the exquisite gardens high above Oakland on Temple Hill.
Drop-in art-making hours for preschoolers at MOCHA in Oakland
MOCHA offers children as young as 18 months the opportunity to explore art materials in a space designed just for them.
