Things to do in the East Bay with Kids this Weekend
A special thank you to the Bay Area Discovery Museum for sponsoring today’s post. This weekend head over to the Bay Area Discovery Museum to slip, slide, dance, and glide across their iceless skating rink.

Saturday, December 13
- Ride BARTy the BARTmobile through a mini winter wonderland at SweaterFest.
- Stop by Berkeley’s Winter Youth Festival for carnival games and an afternoon Kiddical Mass Bike Ride.
- Dance it out at the Asian Disco celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Asian Branch Library.
- Create beeswax candles, bird ornaments, and handmade cards at the Randall Museum’s Winter Crafting Day.
Sunday, December 14
- Play dreidel games, make candles, and enjoy live music at these kid friendly Hanukkah events.
- Stay cozy indoors with family storytime, interactive science storytime, and puzzle challenges.
- Catch the Whos down in Whoville at a free showing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
All Weekend
- Glide and slide across the iceless skating rink at Bay Area Discovery Museum.
- Visit with the big guy and get your photos taken with Santa.
- Experience Let’s Glow SF, a free holiday projection art festival that lights up buildings around the city.
Need more ideas? We’ve got loads. Check out our local family-friendly events calendar, Family-friendly Hanukkah Guide, Best Bay Area Christmas Events for Families, and Best Things to Do in December with Kids.
Come back each week for top kid picks in Oakland, Berkeley, Alameda, and the cool towns nearby.
Disclaimer: 510families urges you to confirm any event details, like date, time, location, and admission prices, with the third party hosting the event.


