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, September 9, 2026
12:30 pm – 1:00 pm: Rockin' Kids Sing-Along @ Albany Library2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Kids Craft Hour @ Albany Library
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm: Concerts in the Park @ Memorial Park | Albany
Thursday, September 10, 2026
10:30 am – 11:30 am: Musical Story Time @ Frances Albrier Community Center (San Pablo Park)3:00 pm – 4:30 pm: MOCHA At The Library! @ Montclair Branch | Oakland Public Library
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm: Summer Concert @ Castro Valley Library
Friday, September 11, 2026
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm: MOCHA At The Library! @ Elmhurst Branch | Oakland Public Library5:30 pm – 8:00 pm: Pt. Richmond Music Festival @ Point Richmond Music Festival Stage
Saturday, September 12, 2026
9:00 am – 2:00 pm: Black-Eyed Pea Festival @ Telegraph Ave and 46th Street10:00 am – 12:00 pm: Kids Club: Quilted Foam Art @ Michaels, Emeryville
Arts & Music Resources for Families
East Bay Summer Concert Round-Up for Families
If your family loves listening to live music, check out our round-up of outdoor concerts -- most of which are free -- to enjoy this ...
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.
