All Weekend Stuff
- Dress in green and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Dublin with a festival and parade.
- Cal Softball season is starting at home against Bay Area rival Stanford. Friday’s game is $5 admission, test your luck with softball BINGO on Saturday, and kids can run the bases on Sunday FUNday.
- Take a mini hike on one of the East Bay’s many short-loop trails.
Saturday, March 16
- Enjoy St. Patrick’s Eve with an Irish/Celtic concert hosted by the Castro Valley Library.
- Stroll through the Grand Lake Farmers’ Market for some seasonal treats.
- Explore the free Model Railroad Train Show at the San Leandro Historical Railway Society.
Sunday, March 17
- Watch the flying leprechaun skydive at the Hiller Aviation Museum.
- Bring your child under 6 to get messy at Messy Art Day in El Cerrito.
- Search for some lucky treasure at Del Valle Regional Park.
Need more ideas? We’ve got loads. Check out our local family-friendly events calendar, Indoor Play Spaces in the East Bay, Outdoor Fun to (literally) Soak In Rainy Days, Easter Activities Guide for East Bay Families, Where to Get Easter Bunny Photos in the East Bay, or find the Best Things to do in March with Kids.
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Disclaimer: 510families urges you to confirm any event details, like date, time, location, and admission prices with the third party hosting the event.