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
Sunday, January 19, 2025
11:00 am – 3:00 pm: Oakland Little Saigon (Hội Chợ Tết)! @ Clinton Square Park, OaklandTuesday, January 21, 2025
10:15 am – 10:30 am: Toddler Storytime @ Piedmont Ave. Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland11:00 am – 11:30 am: Family Storytime @ West Oakland Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
11:45 am – 12:00 pm: Baby Bounce @ Montclair Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm: MOCHA Art Workshop @ Asian Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
Wednesday, January 22, 2025
10:15 am – 10:30 am: Toddler Storytime Outdoors @ Dimond Park, OaklandMore Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
Oakland Public Schools: A Guide to OUSD Enrollment
Helpful information about Oakland public schools for families making ranking and enrollment decisions.
Where to Grab (Hip) Coffee with Kids in the East Bay
I've frequented a lot of coffee shops in Berkeley and Oakland with kids in tow, here are some of our favorites and why!
Lunar New Year in the Bay Area is a Family-Friendly Celebration
As the Year of the Snake approaches, a handful of wonderful kid-friendly Lunar New Year celebrations pop up around the Bay Area.
Bay Play in West Oakland: A Fun Indoor Spot
The tree-themed jungle gym geared toward ages 0-8 featured obstacle courses and slides, and kept my toddler occupied most of the time
The Black Joy Parade Returns to Oakland on Feb 23
The Black Joy Parade in Oakland, the largest free, family-friendly event of its kind in California, celebrates the Black experience and the culture.
New Year’s Eve Plans with East Bay Kids
New Year's Eve with kids in the Bay Area includes many options from home to a tot-centric noon year's eve bash and everything in between!
14 East Bay Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Did you know there's a handful of restaurants where kids eat free? Skip cooking on Tuesday night and head to one of these places.
How to Find Salamanders in Wet Weather at Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park
Here's a mission for your little explorers and instructions on how to have a successful search for salamanders in the Oakland hills.
Winter Brainstorm: 25 Things to Do that Cost $10 or Less
$10 is enough for a fun family outing with a little kid in the Bay Area. Here are 25 low-cost ideas!
Oakland’s Mountain View Cemetery Holiday Circle of Lights
This easy evening outing includes a festive holiday light display and it's located near tons of dinner spots.
