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
Thursday, June 18, 2026
11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Mariela’s Music Time @ Melrose Branch | Oakland Public Library1:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Juneteenth Freedom Day @ Newark Pavilion
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm: Soul 4Kidz @ West Oakland Branch | Oakland Public Library
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Summer Concerts in the Park @ Orinda Community Park
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm: Moraga Park Concert @ Moraga Commons Park
Friday, June 19, 2026
10:00 am – 12:30 pm: The Bookout: A Juneteenth Family Story Hour @ Kinfolx11:00 am – 11:30 am: Chelle! & Friends Kids Show @ Yerba Buena Gardens
12:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Bay Area Black Fashion Expo @ Bay Street
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Summer Fridays @ Epicurious Garden
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Summer Music Series @ Jack London Square
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.
