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Profile: West Oakland Farm Park & Playground
West Oakland Farm Park has it all according to my little ones: farm, playground, green space, animals, and an amazing mission.
10 Mostly Free & Cheap Outings for Mixed Ages in the East Bay
With kids age two to nine, it is hard to find something for everyone. Here are ten terrific East Bay places that we all love.
9 Playground Ziplines for Bay Area Kids
Our favorite nearby ziplines in the East Bay are in Berkeley and Alameda, but we found a dozen more for adventurous kids to try.
Park Profile: Colorful Krusi Park in Alameda
Krusi Park in Alameda is a super fun playground to bring both toddlers and school aged kids alike. My four kids asked to go two ...
Teen & Tween Birthday Party Spot: Game On Berkeley
For ages 8+, this multi-room game experience invites you to laugh while solving custom-built puzzles that challenge your brain & body.
Ticket Alert: Yo-Yo Ma & Angélique Kidjo in a Family-Friendly Show at the Greek Theatre
A not-to-miss event for East Bay families, on Saturday, August 30, musical legends Yo-Yo Ma and Angélique Kidjo will take the stage at Berkeley’s iconic ...
KidTopia in Fremont, East Bay’s Largest Indoor Play Center
KidTopia is the East Bay's largest, soft play indoor recreation center for kids, packed with both active and imaginative play areas. Climb, pretend, slide!
Union City Play Space: Jolly Roger Land
Jolly Roger Land is a large, colorful, and incredibly entertaining open play space in Union City for children 12 and under.
14 Free and Cheap Birthday Party Places
A dozen spots to host a kid's birthday party for cheap -- or free -- in the East Bay Area! These are our go-to budget-friendly ...
Stafford Lake Bike Park in Marin: An Epic Playground for Bike Lovers
This 17-acre family-friendly mountain bike course offers all the exciting jumps, challenging tricks, and clever toys that mountain bikers of all ages will love.
