Science

Family-friendly Bay Area Science

Science museums, natural exploration, technology destinations, and family-friendly phenomena for Bay Area children.

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How to Get in FREE to Dozens of Bay Area Museums, Science Centers, + Gardens

Stargazing With Kids & Seeking Out the Elusive Milky Way

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Coding Classes & Camps for East Bay Kids

Upcoming Science-y Events in the East Bay

Saturday, October 31, 2026

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Halloween Brain Science @ Central Library | Berkeley Public Library

Saturday, November 7, 2026

1:30 pm – 4:00 pm: Aurora School Tinker Faire @ Aurora School
7:30 pm – 8:30 pm: Stargazing @ Foxboro Park

Wednesday, November 18, 2026

10:30 am – 11:30 am: Tilden Tots @ Tilden Nature Center

Science Resources and Places for East Bay Families

25 Places to Take Preschoolers in the East Bay – Indoors

Places to take East Bay toddlers and preschoolers: Bay Area destinations for younger kids featuring amazing indoor play spaces and museums.

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Ticket Alert: Family-Friendly Maker Faire Bay Area (Save 30%)

Maker Faire Bay Area turns 20! September 25–27, Historic Mare Island Shipyard: thousands of makers & stuff you've never seen before

19 Places in the Bay Area Where Kids Can See Animals

Our favorite places to visit with animals, including Zoos, museums, aquariums, small shops, & farms!

Cal Academy of Sciences Is for Kids of All Ages

Cal Academy of Sciences, kids and parents will have fun visiting an aquarium, rainforest, and natural history museum all under one living roof.

San Francisco’s Exploratorium with Kids

San Francisco's Exploratorium with kids is a ton of fun -- hands-on science museum with lots to touch and room to climb. Don't forget the ...

Half-Day Trip to CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point

CuriOdyssey is a science playground and zoo located in a beautiful setting at Coyote Point in San Mateo.

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Ticket Alert: Space Week 2026 at Chabot Space & Science Center

Save the dates for Space Week at Chabot Space & Science Center in the Oakland Hills. Prepare to be delighted.

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Visiting the Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley

Indoor and outdoor fun at The Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley. Take your time exploring, and if you have three or more kids, definitely ...

Ticket Alert: Dinos Alive Immersive Experience in Oakland (Open Now!)

This place is a must-do if your kids love dinosaurs, immersive experiences, and hands-on adventures.

Three-Year-Olds’ Guide to Cal Academy of Sciences

The Cal Academy with a three-year-old is a different type of visit. Here are my tips, tricks, and suggested itinerary for the best day.