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, November 29, 2022
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Baby Bounce: Songs and Playtime @ Golden Gate Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland10:15 am – 11:30 am: Storytime and Playtime in the Library @ Melrose Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Toddler Storytime @ Piedmont Ave. Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
10:30 am – 11:45 am: Hikes for Tykes: Leona Canyon @ Leona Canyon Regional Open Space Preserve, Oakland
11:30 am – 12:00 pm: Family Storytime @ West Oakland Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Crafts at King Branch @ Martin Luther King Jr. Branch | Oakland Library, OaklandMore Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
Where to Ride a Carousel in the East Bay
For classic childhood fun, we rounded up 12 carousels to ride in the East Bay and beyond.
The Impeccable Christmas Lights and Gardens at Oakland’s Temple Hill
Enjoy Christmas lights, music, and the exquisite gardens high above Oakland on Temple Hill.
{510} Halloween Events for East Bay Kids
Fun and safe Halloween events and activities for kids in Oakland, Berkeley, and surrounding areas.
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Boo at the Zoo: A Special Event at the Oakland Zoo
The Oakland Zoo is getting ready to celebrate Halloween. Visit on late-October weekends for Boo at the Zoo!
Ticket Alert: Oct. 21 to 30 Fairyland Halloween Jam
Fairyland invites you to Halloween Jam with decorated sets and rides, a creepy crawly scavenger hunt, crafts, and a goody bag. Costumes optional.
East Bay Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Guide
East Bay pumpkin patches come in many types: a pile at the market, a quick pumpkin picture, a carnival atmosphere, or a full day on the farm.
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Profile: Wearable Art Classes & Parties
Located inside Mannequin Madness, headdress-making workshops and parties are crafty good fun for ages 8+.
{510} Family Faves with Beautiful Brown Adventures’ Angelica
Angelica, an Oakland mama to a 5-year-old, shares her favorite local places for boba, brunch, & beaches along with a passion for world travel.
Best Things to Do in San Leandro With Kids
Top activities for kids and families in San Leandro besides the Oakland Zoo.
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Rides & More at Children’s Fairyland in Oakland
Spring hours and pricing updates: Children’s Fairyland is a beloved storybook theme park for kids under age 8 at Lake Merritt in Oakland.
