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
Saturday, August 15, 2026
10:00 am – 12:45 pm: Read and Run @ Snow Park, Oakland10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Cereal Cinema @ The New Parkway Theater, Oakland
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Back to School Health and Resource Fair @ Parker Community Resource Center, Oakland
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Haircuts, Braids and Backpacks @ Martin Luther King Jr Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
6:30 pm – 7:45 pm: Family Friendly Improv Show @ All Out Comedy Theater, Oakland
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Oakland Roots Game, Pride Night @ Oakland Coliseum, Oakland
More Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
Book Now: 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.
20+ Free Things to do Before Summer is Over
Take on one of these items as your mission every day, and you'll definitely be getting the most out of the East Bay.
Ticket Alert: Puppet Fair at Children’s Fairyland
Enjoy one charming show after another. Get behind-the-scenes tours, make puppet crafts, and have a puppet playdate.
30 Places to Play Outside with Your Little Kid
Wondering where to play outside with your little kid? Unplug, be together, get dirt under your fingernails. Preschoolers, toddlers in the fresh air, let's go!
National Night Out Gatherings in the East Bay
It's time for National Night Out, a day centered on community building. Organize an event among your neighbors, or join a city-led event. Find one ...
Park Profile: Oakland’s Dimond Park
This 12-acre oasis located in the center of Oakland has scenery, a creek, paved paths, sports courts, a recreation center, and 3 play structures.
East Bay Restaurants with Kids’ Play Areas
Restaurants with play areas can make a parent's life easier. We love these East Bay spots that welcome kids with open arms & a basket ...
10+ Drop-in Toddler Activities in the East Bay for $10 or Less
A helpful list of toddler drop-in classes and activities that don't require advanced planning, for East Bay kids and parents.
Arctic Tour Gets You Behind The Scenes at Fentons Creamery
Tour Fentons Creamery in Oakland on the Arctic Tour for ages 6 and up. Brr. Bring a hoody for the deep freeze.
Ticket Alert: Monster Jam Comes to Oakland
If you like truck tricks and crashes, tickets for this loud, action-packed, dirty truck adventure are on sale now for Aug 8-9.
