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
Sunday, June 21, 2026
10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Open Cockpit Day @ Oakland Aviation Museum12:30 pm – 1:30 pm: Bugs for Lunch @ Tilden Regional Park
Monday, June 22, 2026
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Insect Discovery Lab @ Eastmont Branch | Oakland Public Library1:30 pm – 3:00 pm: Lawrence Hall of Science on-the-go @ 81st Avenue Branch | Oakland Public Library
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Little Explorers STEM Time @ Manor Branch | San Leandro Public LibraryWednesday, June 24, 2026
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Reptile Show with East Bay Vivarium @ Piedmont Ave. Branch | Oakland Public LibraryThursday, June 25, 2026
11:00 am – 1:00 pm: Exploration Station @ San Pablo Public LibraryFriday, June 26, 2026
1:30 pm – 2:15 pm: Reptile Show @ Martin Luther King Jr Branch | Oakland Public LibrarySunday, June 28, 2026
10:00 am – 5:00 pm: $5 Admission Day @ Lawrence Hall of ScienceWednesday, July 1, 2026
10:30 am – 11:30 am: Reptile Show @ Dimond Branch | Oakland Public LibraryScience Resources and Places for East Bay Families
Children’s Creativity Museum in SF
The Children's Creativity Museum in Yerba Buena Gardens is a hands-on, multimedia art and technology experience for kids 2-12.
Toddlers’ Guide to Lindsay Wildlife Experience
Everything at Walnut Creek's animal rescue and museum, Lindsay Wildlife Experience, is great for a three-year old.
Three-Year Olds’ Guide to Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey Bay Aquarium has awesome otters, penguins, and play area. But it can be overwhelming, too. Here's our little kids' perspective.
21 Places in the Bay Area Where Kids Can See Animals
A few favorite places to get a miniature zoo experience for FREE in the East Bay, small animal encounters, & farms!
Field trip: The Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito
Animal-loving kids will love to see the baby seals, learn about what they eat and how we can take better care of our ocean-dwelling friends.
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.
