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
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
10:30 am – 11:30 am: Reptile Show @ Dimond Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland1:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Insect Discovery Lab @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm: An American Tail Movie @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Reptile Show with East Bay Vivarium @ Montclair Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm: Mike the Magician @ Golden Gate Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
6:00 pm – 6:45 pm: Duncan Playful Circus @ Piedmont Ave. Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
More Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
Movie Theater Fun for ALL Ages at The New Parkway
See new movies with your baby in tow or bring your child to enjoy classic cartoons with sweet cereal at Oakland's beloved movie theater.
25 Places to Take Preschoolers in the East Bay – Indoors
Places to take East Bay toddlers and preschoolers: Bay Area destinations for younger kids featuring amazing indoor play spaces and museums.
Drop in to Pump It Up Playtime in Oakland
Get your jumps and wiggles out at a drop-in play session with bouncy houses, obstacle courses, bubbles, basketballs, tunnels, and giggles.
Introducing The Re-Up Refill Shop: A Zero-Waste Store on College Ave
Switching over to refillables for household goods is easier than you think. Bring your own containers.
7 Places to Go Fishing with Beginners Around Oakland
Have you ever wanted to take kids fishing but not known where to go? My favorite seven freshwater places to fish in the East Bay ...
Spotlight on Skyline Lacrosse
Situated in Oakland, Skyline Lacrosse welcomes children at all skill levels from kindergarten to 8th grade to play this exciting sport.
Visit Cat Town Oakland & RAWR Coffee Bar
Cat Town in Oakland is a fun outing for a feline-loving child for $12 each. Combo cafe and animal shelter. Reservations suggested.Â
Explore Dinosaur Gardens in the East Bay
Delight in a magical treasure: dinosaur gardens. Perfect to work into a family walk, we found seven locations walking around the East Bay.
Meet Oakland Bilingual Second Grade Teacher Alex MejÃa
Originally from El Salvador, Alex joined EBI in 2015 after working in other International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools in his home country.
Park Profile: Dracena Quarry Park in Piedmont
Dracena Quarry Park in Piedmont is a cozy little neighborhood beauty with attractions for kids of all ages. Parking can be tricky.
