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Family Fun in the East Bay
What to Do When Lice is Going around Your Class
Lice is annoying but here’s how to treat it and prevent it from spreading when it is going around the class. No need to panic, you got this!
Best Bay Area Christmas Events for Families
Your Christmas planner of family-friendly Bay Area Christmas event picks for toddlers to teens.
Ticket Alert: Dec. 13 to 28: Fairy Winterland at Children’s Fairyland
Fairy Winterland is takes over Children’s Fairyland Dec. 13-28 with crafts, treats, puppet shows, lights, stories, and Santa Claus!
Opens November 21, 2025: Walnut Creek on Ice
Walnut Creek Ice skating rink & tubing slide is open seasonally, November through January.
Sensory-Friendly Santa Claus Visits
Find special times and places where Santa will be available for special needs children.
Three-Year Old’s Guide to Lawrence Hall of Science
My three-year-old came to the Lawrence with his science goggles on ready to play and learn. Our visit was a joyful exploration
Favorite East Bay Christmas Tree Lots & Farms
East Bay Christmas tree lots from Alameda, Oakland, Castro Valley, Berkeley range from fast, playful, to woodsy. Choose your favorite!
Ticket Alert: Holidays at Filoli Gardens in Woodside
Filoli offers a rustic redwoods train experience or a light-up wonderland. Choose one adventure with the lavish historic house & garden.
Visit with Black Santa in Oakland & More
Find Black Santa Claus for photos in Oakland from Nov. 16 through Christmas Eve.
Sponsor Spotlight: Prospect Sierra Launches The Learning Center
With two campuses in El Cerrito, Prospect Sierra creates a nurturing, personalized independent school where every child is celebrated.
Best Christmas Traditions in San Francisco
Planning a Christmas visit to San Francisco to take in some extra holiday cheer? We got you whether you BART, ferry, or drive!
10+ Free Holiday Happenings at Alameda South Shore Center
Beginning with a tree lighting Nov. 28 through Christmas Eve, your family can visit Santa Claus and see holiday movies outdoors.
12 Family Camps Within Driving Distance of the Bay Area
Family Camp is a terrific blend of outdoorsy fun and vacation. Usually, you bring your bedding and sleep in a modest cabin; meals and family programming are provided!
Ticket Alert: The Nutcracker Bird presented by Berkeley Ballet
This special holiday experience includes festive treats and cozy beverages before the show!
Best Places to Take Kids in Hayward, CA
We just love Hayward for families and young children and here are some of the BEST places to go including Sulphur Creek, Kennedy Park & lots more!
Ticket Alert: The Harlem Globetrotters in Oakland
What to know about taking your family to the Harlem Globetrotter’s game in Oakland
{510} Family Faves with Emily Goldenberg
Local mom shares her favorite spots in Oakland and beyond!
99 Kid-friendly Restaurants in the East Bay
99 kid-friendly restaurants to check out in Oakland and Berkeley from Breakfast for dinner to Mexican, Pizza, Asian, Diners, and lots more!
Christmas Tree Lightings in the East Bay & San Francisco
This list of Christmas tree lightings provides festive options for families in the East Bay and beyond.
Paws to Read: A Cuddly Option for Young Readers
Children can practice reading to trained furry friends in supportive literacy programs found at various East Bay library branches.
Best Places to Take Kids in Concord
Discover 15+ destinations and small town treasures for families to plan an amazing day in Concord.
{Shop Local} Where to Get Pinatas in Oakland
Here are four Oakland spots that charmed me with their piñata selections.
Oakland’s Mountain View Cemetery Holiday Circle of Lights
This easy evening outing includes a festive holiday light display and it’s located near tons of dinner spots.
5 East Bay Spots to Get Even Wetter on a Rainy Day
Outdoor spots to take kids after — or during — a rainy day in the East Bay.
Taking the San Francisco Bay Ferry With Kids
Riding the San Francisco Bay Ferry from Jack London Square is a fun activity to do with kids — even if your destination is just a roundtrip!
What’s Open on Christmas Eve & Christmas Day?
Movies, art, music, cycling, hiking secret stairs, and watching penguins — lots of fun choices for families on Christmas Day and Christmas Eve!
Spotlight on the East Bay International High School (IHS)
Looking at IHS college admissions data, it is hard to deny that the school has found a winning formula. Graduates from the IHS Class of 2025 were accepted into Ivy League schools, top public universities, and leading liberal arts colleges.
Ouch! A Parent’s Guide to Dental Emergencies—From Alameda Pediatric Dentistry
Dental emergencies can be stressful, but you don’t have to navigate them alone. If you’re unsure of the next step, reach out to your child’s dentist.
Music and Theater Day Camps for East Bay Kids
This roundup of artistic camps includes a range of summer camp creative pursuits from instruments, vocals, and dramatic fun.
Coding Classes & Camps for East Bay Kids
7 local resources for helping kids get into coding.
Visiting the Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley
Indoor and outdoor fun at The Lawrence Hall of Science in Berkeley. Take your time exploring, and if you have three or more kids, definitely get a membership!
WinterFest at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
WinterFest has landed in Vallejo instead. It’s not cheap, but it delivers lights, Santa, snow, cookie decorating, and the usual rides.
New Year’s Eve Plans with East Bay Kids
New Year’s Eve with kids in the Bay Area includes many options from home to a tot-centric noon year’s eve bash and everything in between!Â
Northern California Overnight Camp Guide
Our Northern California Overnight Camp Guide covers the Bay Area and beyond for kids as young as 7. Choose the best sleepaway camp.
25 Best Things to Do With a Baby in the East Bay
From adjusting to your role as a parent to chasing a toddler around, here are ideas to entertain a baby that are fun for you both.
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
