Art & Music
Family-friendly Bay Area Arts, Music, &Â Performances
Art museums, plays, classes, camps, and kid-friendly shows for East Bay Area children.
Upcoming Art or Music Events in the East Bay
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Toddler & Me Dance Fitness Class @ Castro Valley Library1:00 pm – 1:45 pm: Mariela’s Music Time @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library
3:00 pm – 3:45 pm: Drummm! @ Montclair Branch | Oakland Public Library
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm: Duncan Playful Circus @ Golden Gate Branch | Oakland Public Library
Thursday, June 25, 2026
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm: Moraga Park Concert @ Moraga Commons ParkFriday, June 26, 2026
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Circus in the Parks @ Yerba Buena Gardens5:00 pm – 7:30 pm: Groovin' at the Grove Summer Concert @ Shirley Sisk Grove
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Old Oakland Summer Stroll @ Old Oakland
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Summer Fridays @ Epicurious Garden
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Rock The Plaza Concert Series @ Lafayette Plaza
Arts & Music Resources for Families
Sign Up for Free Trial Classes for Kids!
We love to try out a class before committing to a full session. Here are a few places that offer occasional free trials on kids' ...
Comic Book Day Meets Star Wars Day
Support your indie shops! Free comic book titles will be released to participating stores on the first Saturday in May.
Art, Design, and Maker Summer Camps
Let's design and make amazing things this summer! This roundup of maker and art summer camps will keep hands and brains busy.
Music and Theater Day Camps for East Bay Kids
This roundup of artistic camps includes a range of summer camp creative pursuits from instruments, vocals, and dramatic fun.
On Sale Now: Brick Blast for LEGO® Fans
Get your tickets before the prices go up to enjoy the incredible Brick Blast LEGO Fan Event in Santa Clara
Ticket Alert: Teen Night at San Francisco Symphony
Symphony music made for teens, open to all. Enjoy a night out that hits different.
Book Now: Messy Art Day for Children Age 5 and Under
Messy Art Day is a special event, open to the public, for kids five & under at El Cerrito Preschool Co-op on Sunday, April 19.
Ticket Alert: Golden State Storm Women’s Tackle Football
Join the Golden State Storm’s inaugural season (pro women’s tackle football) with its welcoming, family-friendly vibe. Use our discount code!
Oakland Roots Soccer Team Returns to the Coliseum
Have you been to a pro soccer game with your kids? The Oakland Roots play at the Oakland Coliseum through October.
Ticket Alert: Big Art Weekend at Bay Area Discovery Museum
Explore hands-on activities from building giant cardboard creations to squishing colorful foam.
