San Francisco
There are some epic San Francisco places and activities that are great for East Bay families and totally worth the trek. We’ve rounded up some favorite playgrounds, parks, beaches (all free!) plus tons of other activities for families visiting San Francisco.
Best Kid-Friendly San Francisco Places
Upcoming Events for Families in San Francisco
Thursday, March 5, 2026
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm: Free First Thursdays @ SFMOMA, San FranciscoSaturday, March 7, 2026
5:15 pm – 8:00 pm: Chinese New Year Parade @ San Francisco Chinatown, San FranciscoSaturday, March 14, 2026
11:30 am – 2:00 pm: St. Patrick's Day Parade @ Civic Center Plaza (San Francisco), San FranciscoThursday, March 26, 2026
9:30 am – 5:00 pm: Academy Day @ California Academy of Sciences, San FranciscoSaturday, April 18, 2026
10:00 am – 2:00 pm: Creativity Festival 2025 @ Children’s Creativity Museum (CCM), San FranciscoSaturday, May 16, 2026
9:30 am – 4:00 pm: de Youngsters Day Out @ de Young Museum, San FranciscoMore Family-Friendly SF Stuff to Know
How to Get in FREE to Dozens of Bay Area Museums, Science Centers, + Gardens
Many of the Bay Area's very best museums are free at least one day each month. If you arrive early, you can visit world-class museums ...
Ticket Alert: Once Upon a Mattress at the Presidio Theatre
Children will enjoy a magical fairytale about a silly prince finding his perfect mate using 20 mattresses and a pea at the Presidio Theatre.
Super Bowl 60 arrives in the Bay Area. What’s in it for kids?
Here's what East Bay parents might like to know about family-friendly activities associated with Super Bowl 60
Ticket Alert: Music for Families at San Francisco Symphony
Come to Davies Symphony Hall for dance, rhythm, and storytelling that make classical music feel alive and exciting for young audiences.
Lunar New Year in the Bay Area is a Family-Friendly Celebration
As the Year of the Horse approaches, a handful of wonderful kid-friendly Lunar New Year celebrations pop up around the Bay Area.
Taking the San Francisco Bay Ferry With Kids
Riding the San Francisco Bay Ferry from Jack London Square is a fun activity to do with kids -- even if your destination is just ...
SF Park Profile: Willie “Woo Woo” Wong Playground
In the heart of SF Chinatown is an amazing 2-story park with climbing structures, room for tots and bigger kids, giant metal slide, and sports ...
How to Book a Christmas Pedicab Adventure
This Christmas-themed outdoor adventure for your family may be just the thing to kick off your holiday season.
Hanukkah Guide: Family-friendly Activities for the Festival of Lights
This Hanukkah Guide for East Bay kids has listings for menorah lightings & Hanukkah events in Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond & beyond.
Lighted Yachts & Boats on Parade for the Holidays
Add these lighted yacht parades to your holiday bucket list. Twinkling boats pass by in a floating Christmas light spectacular.
