Outdoors
Ohlone Park Playground Refreshed With Nature-Inspired Play Structures
The play structures are mostly made from logs, from climbing frames to swinging seats that challenge children with balance and coordination tasks.
Ticket Alert: Oct. 20 to 29 Fairyland Halloween Jam
Fairyland invites you to Halloween Jam with decorated sets and rides, a creepy crawly scavenger hunt, crafts, and a goody bag. Costumes optional.
What to Do With Kids on Berkeley’s Fourth Street
Berkeley’s Fourth Street has the food, fun, and stuff to please folks of all ages. Up early? Love trains? Reptiles? Coffee? Toys? Come on.
East Bay Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Guide
East Bay pumpkin patches come in many types: a pile at the market, a quick pumpkin picture, a carnival atmosphere, or a full day on the farm.
Cal Sailing Club Offers Free Boat Rides (Sometimes)
Did you know that Cal Sailing Club offers regular free rides to curious community members (including kids 5+)?
21 Best Things to Do With Kids in Berkeley
Berkeley can keep a family happily busy all day, from the marina to the hills and the playgrounds and creeks in between.
Joan’s Pumpkin Patch in Livermore is Old School And Scenic
Nestled in the hills, Joan’s Farm is a nostalgic, classic, kind of pumpkin patch experience. Even during its busiest moments Joan’s feels very relaxed.
Pomegranate Picking in the East Bay
It is pomegranate picking season and you can head out to a Bay Area farm and pick with your children for a terrific autumn outing.
Half-Day Trip to CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point
CuriOdyssey is a science playground and zoo in San Mateo. With engaging exhibits and beautiful views, it’s a fave of many Bay Area families.
Save the Date: Oakland Art + Soul Festival (2023)
Easily accessed by BART, the Oakland Art & Soul Festival will take over downtown Oakland with music, food, artist’s booths and a kid zone 9/17/23.
