Science
Family-friendly Bay Area Science
Science museums, natural exploration, technology destinations, and family-friendly phenomena for Bay Area children.
Upcoming Science-y Events in the East Bay
Friday, April 24, 2026
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Free Telescope Viewing @ Chabot Space & Science CenterSaturday, April 25, 2026
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Free Telescope Viewing @ Chabot Space & Science CenterSunday, April 26, 2026
10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Children & Nature Pop-up @ Huchin Park3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Fish Feeding Viewing @ Crab Cove Visitor Center
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm: LEGO Club @ Central Library | Berkeley Public LibraryWednesday, April 29, 2026
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Fish Feeding Viewing @ Crab Cove Visitor CenterFriday, May 1, 2026
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Free Telescope Viewing @ Chabot Space & Science CenterSaturday, May 2, 2026
10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Lafayette Nursery School Science Day of Discovery @ Lafayette Nursery School11:00 am – 4:00 pm: Berkeley Bay Festival @ Shorebird Park Nature Center
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm: Free Telescope Viewing @ Chabot Space & Science Center
Science Resources and Places for East Bay Families
Ticket Alert: Family-friendly Maker Faire Bay Area
Maker Faire Bay Area is about creativity, which means every year brings something completely new that you’ve never seen.
Chabot Space & Science Center is a Gem in Oakland’s Redwoods
Chabot Space & Science Center reopened and we have the full scoop on what's new and what's still great for families.
Hikes for Tykes: Exploring the Regional Parks
Hikes for Tykes offers guided toddler-friendly nature walks and exploration in various East Bay Regional Parks.
Discover San Francisco’s Randall Museum
The Randall Museum is a FREE wildlife museum with live animals, trains and is next to a short steep hike to a killer view.
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.
Animal Discovery Room at Lawrence Hall of Science
The Lawrence Hall of Science hosts an active Animal Discovery Zone from chinchillas to box turtles.
Profile: West Oakland Farm Park & Playground
West Oakland Farm Park has it all according to my little ones: farm, playground, green space, animals, and an amazing mission.
Ticket Alert: Space Week at Chabot Space & Science Center
Save the dates for Space Week at Chabot Space & Science Center in the Oakland Hills. Prepare to be delighted.
Oakland Zoo For Families (Is Membership Worth It?)
Oakland zoo membership for families pays for itself in less than two visits. We break it down for you.
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 ...
