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
Monday, June 29, 2026
10:30 am – 11:15 am: Duncan Playful Circus @ Main Library | Oakland Public Library, Oakland1:00 pm – 1:45 pm: Mariela’s Music Time @ Eastmont Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Storytime and Playtime @ Melrose Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Storytime and Garden Play @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
11:45 am – 12:15 pm: Baby Bounce @ Montclair Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm: Insect Discovery Lab @ Cesar Chavez Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
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