Discounts and Deals for East Bay Families

Visit Aquarium of the Bay for your chance to experience the Bay's fascinating aquatic wildlife up close. Located along San Francisco's walkable waterfront, Aquarium of the Bay is home to more than 20,... [more+]

Visit Aquarium of the Bay for your chance to experience the Bay's fascinating aquatic wildlife up close. Located along San Francisco's walkable waterfront, Aquarium of the Bay is home to more than 20,000 marine animals native to San Francisco Bay, including massive sevengill sharks, luminous moon jellies and bat rays in a touch pool. Four exhibit areas -- Discover the Bay, Under the Bay, Touch the Bay and the river otters exhibit -- provide a scuba diver's view of life in the Bay. Through hands-on learning and interactions with its trained staff, Aquarium of the Bay inspires animal lovers of all ages. [less-]

"Family-friendly improv comedy" is almost an oxymoron, but Made Up Theatre captures wholesome lightning in a bottle. The show features a series of improvised games based on audience suggestions, like ... [more+]

"Family-friendly improv comedy" is almost an oxymoron, but Made Up Theatre captures wholesome lightning in a bottle. The show features a series of improvised games based on audience suggestions, like the hit TV show "Whose Line Is It, Anyway?" The entire show is made up on the spot, so you never know what might happen. The fun, funny and interactive show offers a great outing for the whole family at Made Up Theatre in Fremont. [less-]

Enjoy an action-packed day at Northern California's premier amusement park, California's Great America. This spring, thrill seekers can blaze a new path on RailBlazer, Great America's groundbreaking s... [more+]

Enjoy an action-packed day at Northern California's premier amusement park, California's Great America. This spring, thrill seekers can blaze a new path on RailBlazer, Great America's groundbreaking single-rail steel coaster. The first of its kind on the West Coast, RailBlazer sends riders on an "off-road" trip over rocky peaks and twisted valleys. With an initial 90-degree drop of over 100 feet, RailBlazer dares riders to challenge 1,800 feet of track and three inversions -- including a zero-gravity roll. If that wasn't enough, jump on Patriot, Great America's first floorless roller coaster, or take a spin on Gold Striker, the tallest wooden coaster in the Northwest. Great America's family rides include the wet and wild Rip Roaring Rapids and Whitewater Falls, and a 4D journey through space featuring characters from EA's "Mass Effect" video games. Little ones will delight in meeting the PEANUTS gang as they visit the Planet Snoopy kids area. When you need a breather, take in some live entertainment happening throughout the park. Then in summer, bring your bathing suit for some fun at Boomerang Bay, a water park with a wave pool, lazy river and thrilling slides -- all included in admission. [less-]

The world's most famous giant lizard uses its atomic breath to battle the massive Mothra in one of the most epic battles of all time, "Godzilla vs. Mothra"! See this Godzilla classic on the big screen... [more+]

The world's most famous giant lizard uses its atomic breath to battle the massive Mothra in one of the most epic battles of all time, "Godzilla vs. Mothra"! See this Godzilla classic on the big screen, along with wacky trailers of monsters and mayhem plus family fun for all your little monsters. You'll also get a chance to meet vendors and artists including Anthony Martinez, who'll be creating personalized illustrations to help you memorialize your "Godzilla X Fest" experience. It all happens at Bal Theatre in San Leandro. [less-]

From ventriloquists to jugglers and even a bubble lady, the town of Danville knows how to keep preschoolers laughing and screaming for more. Grab the little ones for a set of amusing acts that'll ente... [more+]

From ventriloquists to jugglers and even a bubble lady, the town of Danville knows how to keep preschoolers laughing and screaming for more. Grab the little ones for a set of amusing acts that'll entertain everyone alike. The kids will want to get up, dance and sing along to acts like the superhero rock team The Brian Waite Band and Octopretzel music. Think they'll be able to find escape artist Bob Kann or the illusionist Brian Scott? Find out at the Village Theatre and Art Gallery. [less-]

One of the most beloved films of the ‘80s, the Tom Hanks comedy classic is now a heartfelt musical fantasy. Josh Baskin is 12 years old. He wishes that his mom would stop hugging him in public, that... [more+]

One of the most beloved films of the ‘80s, the Tom Hanks comedy classic is now a heartfelt musical fantasy. Josh Baskin is 12 years old. He wishes that his mom would stop hugging him in public, that he didn’t have to take out the garbage, and that Cynthia Benson, the girl next door, would notice him. When she passes him over for an older boy, Josh makes a wish to be big … and wakes up the next morning in the body of a 30-year-old man. Taking off to the big city, Josh now must navigate the unknown world of adults — a world of jobs, girlfriends and disgustingly fancy foods — as he and his best friend seek out a way to undo the spell that caused him to grow. Filled with Zoltar machines, floor pianos and a dazzling, pop-filled score, "Big: The Musical" reminds us that there’s always room to be a child at heart. Get in on all the fun at the Berkeley Playhouse. [less-]

Russian River Adventures' inflatable canoe trips offer a refreshing alternative to exploring gorgeous Sonoma County by car. Whether you're a couple looking for a relaxing getaway, a family or a group ... [more+]

Russian River Adventures' inflatable canoe trips offer a refreshing alternative to exploring gorgeous Sonoma County by car. Whether you're a couple looking for a relaxing getaway, a family or a group of friends looking for a fun activity, paddling along in Russian River Adventures' bright blue inflatable canoes is just the ticket. During this nine-mile full-day excursion, you'll navigate through gentle currents for four to six hours while enjoying the best that nature has to offer. If you're so inclined, you can even stop for a picnic or cool off in a refreshing swimming hole. Every member of the family is sure to have a blast on these self-guided tours... even the family dog! Check the event description below for more details. [less-]

Nothing says summer like a day at the fair, and the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma is so jam-packed with fun that you will want to come back day after day. Have a blast with the whole family, because t... [more+]

Nothing says summer like a day at the fair, and the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma is so jam-packed with fun that you will want to come back day after day. Have a blast with the whole family, because their Pay-One-Price Admission includes unlimited carnival rides, concerts and daily entertainment. Chow down on delicious fair food, enter a funnel cake eating contest, and cheer on your favorite pup in the World's Ugliest Dog® Contest. Take in a wide array of entertainment, from live bands to belly dancers, to sprint car racing and kids tractor pulls. Of course, there are plenty of furry friends on hand, too. The whole family will enjoy touring the barns and learning about life on the farm. Adults are invited to sample North of the Gate award-winning wines in the Wine Garden (additional tasting ticket required). Plan your trip to the Sonoma-Marin Fair today! [less-]

Make sure you don't miss out on any of the must-see movies of the season with this exclusive ticket offer. Your AMC Black eTicket is valid for admission to any AMC theater nationwide -- AMC Theatres, ... [more+]

Make sure you don't miss out on any of the must-see movies of the season with this exclusive ticket offer. Your AMC Black eTicket is valid for admission to any AMC theater nationwide -- AMC Theatres, AMC Loews, AMC Showplace, Cineplex Odeon, Magic Johnson and Star theatres. And, the etickets never expire. So grab a friend or a date and head to the movies! [less-]

Nestled in the heart of Golden Gate Park, the California Academy of Sciences boasts some pretty impressive credentials: This San Francisco landmark is the only place on Earth that houses an aquarium, ... [more+]

Nestled in the heart of Golden Gate Park, the California Academy of Sciences boasts some pretty impressive credentials: This San Francisco landmark is the only place on Earth that houses an aquarium, planetarium and natural history museum, all under one living roof. Your general admission pass lets you get up close and personal with hundreds of free-flying tropical birds and butterflies inside the four-story living rainforest and gives you access to the award-winning, galaxy-spanning digital shows in the Morrison Planetarium. Animal-lovers can feast their eyes on an albino alligator, a colony of feisty African penguins, and more than 38,000 other live animals in the Steinhart Aquarium. In the new exhibit, "Giants of Land and Sea", you can explore Northern California's natural wonders through a variety of experiences: Feel your way through an immersive fog room, keep your balance in an earthquake simulator, virtually ascend to the top of a towering redwood, and see a variety of specimens and fossils. You can learn about everything from meteors to minerals to mankind's evolution ... and that's all "before" you make your way up to the rolling hills and fields on the rooftop. [less-]