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, October 27, 2026
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm: MOCHA Art Workshop @ Asian Branch | Oakland Public Library, OaklandWednesday, October 28, 2026
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Monster Mash @ Ira Jinkins Community Center, Oakland1:30 pm – 2:30 pm: Calavera Decorating @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
6:00 pm – 6:45 pm: The Not-So-Scary Halloween Show @ West Oakland Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
Thursday, October 29, 2026
10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Bananas Playgroup @ BANANAS – Havenscourt Cub House, Oakland10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Bananas Playgroup @ BANANAS – Eastmont Office, Oakland
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