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
Saturday, September 21, 2024
10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Muni Heritage Weekend @ San Francisco Railway Museum, San FranciscoSunday, September 22, 2024
10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Muni Heritage Weekend @ San Francisco Railway Museum, San FranciscoSunday, September 29, 2024
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm: Rosh Hashanah Extravaganza @ Golden Gate Park – Mother’s Meadow, San FranciscoThursday, October 3, 2024
1:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Free First Thursdays @ SFMOMA, San FranciscoThursday, November 7, 2024
1:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Free First Thursdays @ SFMOMA, San FranciscoThursday, December 5, 2024
1:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Free First Thursdays @ SFMOMA, 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 ...
Birthday Party Place: Lush Handmade Cosmetics
For ages 5+, birthday party guests can mold soap and bath bombs with natural ingredients at the Lush Shop.
Get Free Museum Entry with Discover & Go
Powered by our local libraries, Discover & Go gets you and your kids in free to some of our most popular museums and attractions for ...
Ticket Alert: Peter Pan at the Presidio Theatre
Children fly off to Neverland as Peter Pan and Captain Hook take the stage at the Presidio Theater in a Musical Adventure.
Lunar New Year in the Bay Area is a Family-Friendly Celebration
As the Year of the Dragon approaches, a handful of wonderful kid-friendly Lunar New Year celebrations pop up around the Bay Area.
Sleep at the Cal Academy of Sciences with Penguins+Pajamas
Sleep at Cal Academy of Sciences with Penguins+Pajamas. It is memorable for kids and parents with after-hours exploration, movies, and a sleeping bag on the ...
Entwined is Back: Golden Gate Park Lights Up – And It’s Free!
Golden Gate Park will host giant lighted trees and illuminated canopies as large as 30 feet from Dec. 7 through April. No tickets needed.
Skystar Wheel Delivers a Thrilling View of Fisherman’s Wharf
The giant SkyStar Observation Wheel is now spinning at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf
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.
Reservations Required: Christmas Pedicab Adventure
This Christmas-themed outdoor adventure for your family may be just the thing to kick off your holiday season.
