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Local Discounts for East Bay Family activities
Chanukah Wonderland (El Cerrito) on Dec. 22
Unlimited passes to Chanukah Wonderland now 50% off until December 21! Use code LATKE for discount. Get the discount >
John's Incredible Pizza Company (Newark)
$25 for Unlimited Buffet, Drinks, Rides, and Video Games at John's Incredible Pizza ($74.98 Value). Get the discount >
Paradise Skate Roller Rink (Antioch)
Admission for Two or Four at Paradise Skate Roller Rink (Up to 48% Off). Get the discount >
Rockin' Jump Trampoline Park (Fremont)
60-Minute Passes for Two, Four, or Six at Rockin' Jump – Fremont (Up to 32% Off). Get the discount >
Oakland Aviation Museum
Get a one-year family membership for $28. Get the discount >
Pacific Pinball Museum (Alameda)
Single admission (25% Off). Get the discount >
Adventure Kinderland Indoor Playspace in Richmond
Admission for 1 or 2 at 38% off. Get the discount >
Rec Room in Berkeley
Save 30% on 5 play passes. Get the discount >
Gymboree on Lakeshore (Oakland)
Save 50% on your first Gymboree Oakland drop-in class with code 510FAMILIES.
Deals on Events
"Whose Line Is It, Anyway?"-esque Family-Friendly Improv Comedy Show
Made Up Theatre, Fremont- Comps
- Comedy
- Family
- Under $10
- Top Rated
"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 ... Read more
California Academy of Sciences: Explore the Sea, the Stars, the Rainforests & More
California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco- Summer Fun
- Museums & Attractions
- Family
- Top Rated
- Good for Groups
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, ... Read more
Aquarium of the Bay: San Francisco Bay at Your Fingertips
Aquarium of the Bay, San Francisco- Summer Fun
- Museums & Attractions
- Family
- Top Rated
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,... Read more
Percussive Clown Unique Derique's Show "Fool La La"
The Marsh Berkeley, Berkeley- Holiday
- Circus & Magic
- Family
- Under $10
- Top Rated
The Bay Area’s favorite Clown Prince of Fools, Unique Derique, returns to The Marsh Berkeley in his zany comedy extravaganza for all ages, "Fool La La! Over the Rainbow". This hippity-hop, non-stop ... Read more
Oakland Ballet: Graham Lustig's "The Nutcracker"
Paramount Theatre, Oakland- Holiday
- Hot
- Dance
- Family
- Nutcrackers
- Top Rated
The Oakland Ballet's annual production of "The Nutcracker" has a couple of things going for it, aside from the gorgeous dancing, sets and costumes. First of all, you'll be treated to live musical acco... Read more
"A Charlie Brown Christmas -- Live!" With SF Symphony
Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco- Holiday
- Music
- Family
- Top Rated
Why is it that nothing sounds more magical at Christmastime than the melancholy melodies of Vince Guaraldi’s piano? Well, get ready for some goosebumps when the San Francisco Symphony performs his "... Read more
Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol": A Holiday Tradition at the Lesher
Lesher Center for the Arts - Hofmann Theater, Walnut Creek- Theater
- Holiday
- Hot
- Family
- Top Rated
- Good for Groups
Called "the "Christmas Carol" to see in the Bay Area, " Center REP's annual holiday production boasts a stellar cast, memorable holiday music and an array of special effects that will delight and ench... Read more
A.C.T.'s "A Christmas Carol": SF Holiday Fave
A.C.T.'s Geary Theater, San Francisco- Theater
- Holiday
- Hot
- Family
- Top Rated
- Good for Groups
- Big Ticket
There’s a reason we feel the desire to tell and be told certain stories year after year — some tales just cut to the core of the human experience. That’s why, even after more than a century-and-... Read more
World Famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater
Scottish Rite Masonic Center, SF- Theater
- Family
- Added This Week
Voted Best Family Show in Vegas! International circus legend award-winner Gregory Popovich brings his European-style physical comedy, acrobats, jugglers -- but most important his furry cast of animals... Read more
"Believe with Santa" - A Santa Claus Experience!
Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre, Vacaville- Holiday
- Theater
- Family
- Under $10
- Good for Groups
Enjoy the magic of the Christmas season with Santa Claus! “Believe with Santa” is celebrating our seventh annual show! Families will experience a show filled with music, stories, a bit of Christma... Read more
"Christmas in Oz"
Douglas Morrisson Theatre, Hayward- Theater
- Holiday
- Family
It's Christmas Time again and somewhere in Kansas, Dorothy is lonely for her friends back in Oz. So with the help of kindly Mister Tinker, she builds a magical wish machine and returns to the Emerald ... Read more
"She Loves Me"
The Barn Theatre at Ross Valley Players, Ross- Theater
- Holiday
- Family
A holiday musical treat for the whole family! Hearts will be captivated by the plights of Georg, Amalia, and their co-workers in the Parfumerie. These characters remind us that the most important thin... Read more
LumiNight Lantern Festival: Over 8 Acres of Magical Lights
Alameda County Fairgrounds - Pleasanton Gate 12, Pleasanton- Holiday
- Summer Fun
- Hot
- Museums & Attractions
- Family
Welcome to the wonderful world of LumiNight™: a walking safari through scenes from our magical planet revealed by larger-than-life lantern sculptures created by Chinese artisans. More than your aver... Read more
"Cinderella: A Fairytale"
Town Hall Theatre, Lafayette- Theater
- Holiday
- Family
Town Hall Theatre celebrates the holidays with a delightfully original take on the classic Brothers Grimm story, "Cinderella: A Fairytale", by Sally Cookson and Adam Peck, as part of our 75TH “Trans... Read more
"Cirque Dreams: Holidaze"
San Jose Civic, San Jose- Holiday
- Goldstar Choice
- Circus & Magic
- Family
- Big Ticket
With the charm of a crackling fireplace and the thrill of a high-wire act, "Cirque Dreams: Holidaze" meshes holiday cheer with jaw-dropping spectacle. The whole family can enjoy dozens of original num... Read more
"A Christmas Story: The Musical"
Berkeley Playhouse, Berkeley- Theater
- Holiday
- Hot
- Family
The most rewatchable, most quotable holiday movie "ever" gets even more fun in this hit Broadway adaptation. The musical wizards behind "La La Land," and "Dear Evan Hansen" have added a lively score, ... Read more
Kids can’t get enough of the pint-sized heroes of "PJ Masks", but as much fun as they have watching their onscreen adventures, nothing compares to the fun of cheering them along during this live sho... Read more
"Disney Junior Holiday Party!"
San Jose Civic, San Jose- Holiday
- Goldstar Choice
- Family
Connect, dance, sing and party with your kids and their favorite Disney characters! The "Disney Junior Holiday Party!" is a perfect way for the whole family to celebrate the season. Featuring imaginat... Read more
"The Tale of Despereaux"
Roda Theatre at Berkeley Rep, Berkeley- Theater
- Holiday
- Goldstar Choice
- Family
- Top Rated
A musical adventure awaits you this holiday season when the acclaimed PigPen Theatre Co. brings its inventive and imaginative retelling of the beloved, Newbery Medal-winning modern fable to Berkeley R... Read more
AMC Black: Your eTicket to the Latest Movies
Any AMC Theatre Nationwide, AMC Theatres- Summer Fun
- Hot
- Movies & TV
- Family
- Top Rated
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, ... Read more
