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, December 5, 2023
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Baby Bounce: Songs and Playtime @ Golden Gate Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland10:15 am – 10:45 am: Toddler Storytime @ Piedmont Ave. Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
11:45 am – 12:00 pm: Baby Bounce @ Montclair Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
3:15 pm – 4:15 pm: Crafts at King Branch @ Martin Luther King Jr Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Storytime in the Park @ Dimond Park, Oakland10:30 am – 11:00 am: Baby Bounce @ Main Library | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
More Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
50 Things to Do With Bay Area Kids When School Is Out
Wondering what to do when school is out? Take one of these 50 fantastic Bay Area ideas and build your day around it.
Oakland’s Mountain View Cemetery Holiday Circle of Lights
This easy evening outing includes a festive holiday light display and it's located near tons of dinner spots.
Nov. 11: Oakland’s Magic Kitchen Returns to Fairyland
Fairyland is bringing the culinary delights of Oakland to its diverse children and families for 3 Saturday events. Next up, Pomella's Mica Talmor.
Book Now: Christmas Tea in the Bay Area For Families
Christmas Tea makes a lovely -- often expensive -- holiday tradition for families. We break it down from near to far.
5+ Family-Friendly Turkey Trots
Turkey trots we love for families and where to play afterward. Here are five we like in the East Bay
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.
14 East Bay Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
We found 8 (some with multiple locations) restaurants in the East Bay where kids eat free. Skip cooking some night and grab dinner here.
7 East Bay Yoga Studios with Prenatal Yoga
Stressed, exhausted, or excited about an upcoming birth? Prenatal yoga just might be the place for you.
Holiday Train Rides Around the Bay Area
All aboard the Polar Express! Here are a few magical holiday train rides for Bay Area families, some of which will sell out quickly.
Park Review: Roberts Regional Recreation Area
Roberts Park AKA Roberts Regional Recreation Area is tucked away in the Oakland Hills with a huge playground, a calm pool, plus hiking trails and ...
