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
Friday, October 23, 2026
10:00 am – 12:00 pm: Shabbat & Play @ Temple Sinai, OaklandSaturday, October 24, 2026
9:30 am – 11:00 am: Game Design Classes @ The Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment (The MADE), Oakland10:00 am – 12:00 pm: Halloween Parade and Harvest Festival @ Lakeshore Avenue District, Oakland
10:00 am – 12:30 pm: Valkyries Watch Party @ Oakland United Beerworks, Oakland
10:15 am – 11:45 am: Cereal Cinema @ The New Parkway Theater, Oakland
10:15 am – 10:30 am: Halloween Storytime for Toddlers @ Piedmont Ave. Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
More Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
Spring Break Staycation Guide
How many of these day trips and adventures for grade school-age children can you squeeze into one week of your Bay Area staycation?
East Bay Breweries & Beer Gardens Where Kids Can Have Fun, Too
East Bay breweries where parents can enjoy local beers while kids are entertained by charming environments.
10 Swim Clubs for East Bay Families
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Parents’ guide to Piedmont parks
6 places to play in Piedmont
Ticket Alert: Golden State Storm Women’s Tackle Football
Join the Golden State Storm’s inaugural season (pro women’s tackle football) with its welcoming, family-friendly vibe. Use our discount code!
The Best Places in Piedmont, CA to Go With Kids
How to have the most fun with kids in Piedmont (fully surrounded by Oakland) and the main commercial street nearby, Piedmont Avenue.
Favorite East Bay Milkshake Spots
My favorite milkshakes from Oakland and San Pablo to Walnut Creek include organic, vegan, and extremely delicious flavors. Drink it in your car!
Oakland Roots Soccer Team Returns to the Coliseum
Have you been to a pro soccer game with your kids? The Oakland Roots play at the Oakland Coliseum through October.
Best Ice Cream in Oakland, Berkeley, and Beyond
Our go to treat is always ice cream. Always. I've rounded up our local favorite places to order up a scoop. Did yours make the ...
Gymnastics Classes for East Bay Kids
Lots of local facilities host gymnastics classes for kids of all ages from toddlers through teens.
