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, September 9, 2026
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Read to a Dog! @ Lakeview Branch | Oakland Public Library, OaklandThursday, September 10, 2026
10:00 am – 11:30 am: Play Cafe @ 81st Avenue Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland3:00 pm – 4:30 pm: MOCHA At The Library! @ Montclair Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Read to a Dog @ Rockridge Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Lincoln Summer Nights @ Lincoln Square Park, Oakland
Friday, September 11, 2026
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm: MOCHA At The Library! @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library, OaklandMore Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
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Saturday stroll: Art murmur for kids
I told you about Oakland Art Murmur for date nights and I’m excited to report there’s a daytime version for kids, too! Many of the ...
Date night: Oakland’s Art Murmur
We discovered Oakland Art Murmur, the perfect feel free again, but still be glad you’re older than most of the kids out there date spot! ...
Cheap Eats in Eastlake
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