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
Thursday, September 28, 2023
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Baby Bounce @ Dimond Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland10:30 am – 11:00 am: Family Storytime @ Temescal Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Outdoor Family Storytime @ Rockridge Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
Friday, September 29, 2023
5:00 pm Р9:00 pm: Friday Nights at OMCA with Esot̩rica Tropical Program @ Oakland Museum of California (OMCA), OaklandSaturday, September 30, 2023
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Outdoor Family Storytime @ Rockridge Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland11:00 am – 6:00 pm: 8th Annual Black-Eyed Pea Festival @ Oakland Technical High School Football Field, Oakland
More Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
Oct. 7: Oakland’s Magic Kitchen Returns to Fairyland
Fairyland is bringing the culinary delights of Oakland to its diverse children and families for 3 Saturday events. Next up, Roasted and Raw’s Imani Greer.
Ticket Alert: Oct. 20 to 29 Fairyland Halloween Jam
Fairyland invites you to Halloween Jam with decorated sets and rides, a creepy crawly scavenger hunt, crafts, and a goody bag. Costumes optional.
East Bay Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Guide
East Bay pumpkin patches come in many types: a pile at the market, a quick pumpkin picture, a carnival atmosphere, or a full day on the farm.
Save the Date: Oakland Art + Soul Festival (2023)
Easily accessed by BART, the Oakland Art & Soul Festival will take over downtown Oakland with music, food, artist’s booths and a kid zone 9/17/23.
Boo at the Zoo: A Special Event at the Oakland Zoo
The Oakland Zoo is getting ready to celebrate Halloween. Visit in October weekends for Boo at the Zoo!
Holiday Train Rides Around the Bay Area
All aboard the Polar Express! Here are a few magical holiday train rides for Bay Area families, some of which will sell out quickly.
On Sale Now: Autumn Lights Festival Near Lake Merritt
From October 12-14, the Gardens at Lake Merritt will be lit up at night. Come, take a stroll and enjoy the magic.
Oakland Pride Parade + Festival
Oakland Pride and Pridefest Oakland are coming back in September with lots of activities for the kids and families.
See $4 Movies on National Cinema Day, 8/27
On Sunday, August 27 all movies in all formats are only $4 at participating theaters with lots of fun East Bay movies to pick from.
Take the Bay Day Challenge With Your Kids
Take on the Bay Day Month of Challenges with your kids September 7 to October 7. See the Bay + win prizes.
