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Family Fun in the East Bay
Ticket Alert: Dinos Alive Immersive Experience in Oakland (Open Now!)
This place is a must-do if your kids love dinosaurs, immersive experiences, and hands-on adventures.
East Bay Fireworks & Other Fourth of July Events
Parades, drone shows, flags, festivals, & fireworks! Our Fourth of July Guide for East Bay families has it all.
Lake Anza is Best for a Hot Day
Berkeley in summer is unpredictable weather-wise. For the hot days, I recommend packing up the requisite beach gear and heading for Lake Anza.
Party Recap: Baby’s Day Out at Brushstrokes (photos!)
We had a lovely Baby’s Day Out at Brushstrokes Studio. Please join us for our next tot or baby outing TBD.
Alameda’s Sand Castle & Sculpture Contest is June 20
Saturday, June 20 is the Alameda Sand Castle/Sculpture Contest at Crown Memorial Beach. Grab your shovels!
Best Bay Area Beaches You Can Visit Today
Bay Area beaches are perfect for a mini getaway or day trip. Here are 15 of our favorites within two hours of Oakland with tips for visiting with kids!
Fun Things To Do in the East Bay this Weekend: June 13 – 14
What’s fun this weekend with kids? We hand-picked top 10 events for entire family to enjoy. Read our weekend planner for inspiration!
Kayaking with Kids Near Oakland
Kayaking can be an easy and enjoyable way for your family to enjoy the Bay waters. Here are places that can get you out on the water to kayak.
Help Turn Kids’ Screen Time into Build Time
Guided by mentors, kids build their passions into a portfolio they can be proud of
Golf With Us: Kids Play Golf for $5 or Less
Youth on Course members, ages 6 to 18, can play a round of golf at over 1,300 participating courses for $1 to $5 after paying a $60 annual fee.
Clarke Swim Center: Swimming Pool with Inflatables in Walnut Creek
Clarke Memorial Swim Center has inflatable obstacle courses, lap pools, and a grassy lawn just across the parking lot from Heather Farm Playground.
Where to Watch the Men’s World Cup with Kids
The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup kicks off on June 11 and the Bay Area will host six matches at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara
Ticket Alert: Little Kid-Friendly Concert in Berkeley
Join us to stomp along with The Story Time Band when they take the stage at The Freight on June 13.
Summertime Reading Games Powered by the Libraries
Summer is for reading! Many area public libraries offer summer reading games, community events & many cool kid-sized prizes for reading.
19+ Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth With Kids
Celebrate Juneteenth, June 19th, with community gatherings, great meals, lively music, and cultural celebrations. Or a little of everything.
What Parents Should Know About Bay Area Water Parks
Your guide to Bay Area waterparks; find the one that works best for your family. From water slide junkies to sprayground newbies, we love ya!
Organic U-Pick Flowers & Fruit in Brentwood
The Urban Edge Farm in Brentwood is a 34-acre organic farm. Fill your baskets, buckets, and boxes with flowers or apricots.
Dance Classes for Toddlers in the East Bay
Ballet and pre-dance classes for toddlers and children under five are both popular and prolific. Find the perfect dance class for your child.
Where Do You Swim in the East Bay?
We’ve rounded up all the best places to swim in the East Bay: seasonal pools, water parks, beaches, lagoons, and even private pools you can rent by the hour!
Arlington Park & Clubhouse: Lots to Explore in El Cerrito
Arlington Park has tons of green space and is one of those winding parks that has a variety of areas to explore beyond the play structures.
Ticket Alert: Dinos Alive Immersive Experience in Oakland (Open Now!)
This place is a must-do if your kids love dinosaurs, immersive experiences, and hands-on adventures.
East Bay Fireworks & Other Fourth of July Events
Parades, drone shows, flags, festivals, & fireworks! Our Fourth of July Guide for East Bay families has it all.
Lake Anza is Best for a Hot Day
Berkeley in summer is unpredictable weather-wise. For the hot days, I recommend packing up the requisite beach gear and heading for Lake Anza.
Party Recap: Baby’s Day Out at Brushstrokes (photos!)
We had a lovely Baby’s Day Out at Brushstrokes Studio. Please join us for our next tot or baby outing TBD.
Alameda’s Sand Castle & Sculpture Contest is June 20
Saturday, June 20 is the Alameda Sand Castle/Sculpture Contest at Crown Memorial Beach. Grab your shovels!
Best Bay Area Beaches You Can Visit Today
Bay Area beaches are perfect for a mini getaway or day trip. Here are 15 of our favorites within two hours of Oakland with tips for visiting with kids!
Fun Things To Do in the East Bay this Weekend: June 13 – 14
What’s fun this weekend with kids? We hand-picked top 10 events for entire family to enjoy. Read our weekend planner for inspiration!
Kayaking with Kids Near Oakland
Kayaking can be an easy and enjoyable way for your family to enjoy the Bay waters. Here are places that can get you out on the water to kayak.
Help Turn Kids’ Screen Time into Build Time
Guided by mentors, kids build their passions into a portfolio they can be proud of
Golf With Us: Kids Play Golf for $5 or Less
Youth on Course members, ages 6 to 18, can play a round of golf at over 1,300 participating courses for $1 to $5 after paying a $60 annual fee.
Clarke Swim Center: Swimming Pool with Inflatables in Walnut Creek
Clarke Memorial Swim Center has inflatable obstacle courses, lap pools, and a grassy lawn just across the parking lot from Heather Farm Playground.
Where to Watch the Men’s World Cup with Kids
The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup kicks off on June 11 and the Bay Area will host six matches at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara
Ticket Alert: Little Kid-Friendly Concert in Berkeley
Join us to stomp along with The Story Time Band when they take the stage at The Freight on June 13.
Summertime Reading Games Powered by the Libraries
Summer is for reading! Many area public libraries offer summer reading games, community events & many cool kid-sized prizes for reading.
19+ Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth With Kids
Celebrate Juneteenth, June 19th, with community gatherings, great meals, lively music, and cultural celebrations. Or a little of everything.
Welcome to {510} Families
For parents looking for more fun with their kids in the East Bay, this is your online guide. You’ll find free and cheap activities for babies and kids in Oakland, Berkeley and surrounding areas.
Discover what you can do this weekend, where you can play, and how to find everything an East Bay family needs. Help us build this community: submit tips and make comments. Thank you for visiting.
Discover our never-ending calendar of fun stuff to do with kids in the East Bay!
– Heather & Whitney
