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, July 27, 2024
10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Cereal Cinema @ The New Parkway Theater, Oakland10:30 am – 11:00 am: Rockridge Family Storytime @ Rockridge Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
Sunday, July 28, 2024
9:00 am – 1:00 pm: Montclair Village Farmers' Market @ Montclair Village, Oakland2:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Summer Puzzle Challenge @ 81st Avenue Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
9:30 am – 11:00 am: Pump It Up Preschool Jump @ Pump It Up, Oakland10:15 am – 10:30 am: Toddler Storytime @ Piedmont Ave. Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
More Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
Summer Brainstorm: 25 Things to Do that Cost Less Than $10
Summer bucket list of family fun outings that cost less less than 10 bucks for an adult and a kid.
Ticket Alert: Return of the Ringling Circus
The new circus has all of the thrills with none of the animals. There may even be too many exciting things at once.
Favorite Places to Play a Round of Golf With Kids in the East Bay
There are many local courses that offer Par 3, and most public courses even have driving ranges too where you can practice hitting ball after ...
How to Enjoy a Campfire Without Camping
Experience a glowing campfire without the hassle of camping at EBPRD's summertime campfire programs
Where to Play on a Hot Day, East Bay
Our team of experienced parents weighed in on where to go and what to do when it is Just Too Dang Hot. Start with donuts.
Ticket Alert July 27-28: Chabot Space & Science BubbleFest
Save the date on July 27-28 for BubbleFest Weekend at Chabot Space & Science Center in the Oakland Hills. Prepare to be delighted.
Cheer On Oakland Ballers Baseball Team
My family is so excited to cheer for the Ballers at Raimondi Park in West Oakland.
Best Places to Take Kids in Oakland’s Montclair Village
Montclair Village is packed with family-friendly restaurants, activities, and shopping. Here are 21 favorite places to go with little ones of all ages.
East Bay Fireworks and Other Fourth of July Events
Fireworks, parades, BBQ, and did we say fireworks? Our Fourth of July Guide for East Bay families has lots of ideas to celebrate.
Oakland’s Magic Kitchen Returns to Fairyland
Fairyland is bringing the culinary delights of Oakland to its diverse children and families for special Saturday cooking events.
