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, June 18, 2024
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm: Scientific Adventure @ Brookfield Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland6:30 pm – 7:15 pm: René y Familia @ Rockridge Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
Thursday, June 20, 2024
9:30 am – 11:00 am: Pump It Up Preschool Jump @ Pump It Up, Oakland10:15 am – 10:45 am: Storytime @ Montclair Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Toddler Storytime @ Golden Gate Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
10:15 am – 10:30 am: Toddler Storytime at Lakeview @ Lakeview Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
More Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
East Bay Farmers Markets Guide for {510} Families
Kid-friendly Farmer's Markets in the East Bay & tips to keep your produce fresh. Due to Covid-19 some of the amenities are closed.
Oakland Aviation Museum for Kids Who Love Things that Go (with discount link!)
The Oakland Aviation Museum, open Wednesday thru Sundays, is located near the Oakland airport. Visit and learn.
Now Open: Kids Play Zone in West Oakland
Playing indoors at Kids Play Zone was a much-needed change of pace with a ball pit, imaginary play, and new things to explore. And it ...
Ticket Alert July 22-23: Chabot Space & Science BubbleFest
Save the date on July 22-23 for BubbleFest Weekend at Chabot Space & Science Center in the Oakland Hills. Prepare to be delighted.
How to Enjoy a Campfire Without Camping
Experience a glowing campfire without the hassle of camping at EBPRD's summertime campfire programs
East Bay Breweries & Beer Gardens Where Kids Can Have Fun, Too
East Bay breweries where parents can enjoy local beers while kids are entertained by charming environments.
Disney Junior Live On Tour: Costume Palooza {Ticket Alert}
Tickets are on sale now for this one-day event that will bring dozens of favorite characters together for a concert-style show packed with singing, dancing, ...
The Temescal Farmer’s Market, Rockridge-Temescal Greenbelt & Frog Park
This Oakland playground is filled on Sundays with folks who have walked over from the Farmer's Market. Try it any day of the week!
Favorite Bay Area Donuts and Doughnuts
From El Cerrito to Downtown Oakland to San Francisco, here are our favorite Bay Area donuts (and doughnuts!)
Soak Up the Summer Solstice in the East Bay
Seek out the summer solstice on Wednesday, June 21 in Oakland. Soak in the daylight, salute the sun, play outside.
