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
Saturday, May 18, 2024
9:00 am – 10:50 am: Free Basketball Class for Ages 4-8 @ McCartney Park, San Leandro10:00 am – 4:00 pm: AAPI Heritage Celebration @ Chabot Space & Science Center, Oakland
10:00 am – 2:00 pm: MOCHA Open Studio @ MOCHA – Museum of Children’s Art, Oakland
10:30 am – 12:00 pm: Cereal Cinema @ The New Parkway Theater, Oakland
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Saturday Family Story Time @ Rockridge Branch | Oakland Public Library, Oakland
11:00 am – 9:00 pm: Oakland Greek Festival 2024 @ Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Ascension, Oakland
More Family-Friendly Oakland Stuff to Know
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.
Halloween Events for East Bay Kids
Fun and safe Halloween events and activities for kids in Oakland, Berkeley, and surrounding areas.
DÃa de Los Muertos with East Bay Kids
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Ticket Alert: Oct. 20 to 29 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 ...
Save the Date: Oakland Art + Soul Festival (2023)
Easily accessed by BART, the Oakland Art & Soul Festival will take over downtown Oakland with music, food, artist's booths and a kid zone 9/17/23.
Boo at the Zoo: A Special Event at the Oakland Zoo
The Oakland Zoo is getting ready to celebrate Halloween. Visit in October weekends for Boo at the Zoo!
On Sale Now: Autumn Lights Festival Near Lake Merritt
From October 12-14, the Gardens at Lake Merritt will be lit up at night. Come, take a stroll and enjoy the magic.
Big Fun at the Port of Oakland’s Middle Harbor Shoreline Park
Preschoolers will love Middle Harbor Shoreline Park at the Port of Oakland with the best views of the Bay! Container ships lots of giant stuff ...
Oakland Pride Parade + Festival
Oakland Pride and Pridefest Oakland are coming back in September with lots of activities for the kids and families.
