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Family Fun in the East Bay
Ticket Alert: Ardenwood’s Haunted Train
This historic train ride through the farm is just what little train lovers want and the price is right. Enjoy Ardenwood on the rails.
Pomegranate Picking in the East Bay
It is pomegranate picking season and you can head out to a Bay Area farm and pick with your children for a terrific autumn outing.
Ticket Alert: Berkeley Symphony Performing Free for K-12 Children
Berkeley Symphony announced that they’ll be providing free tickets to four upcoming symphony performances for youth.
Ticket Alert: Family-friendly Maker Faire Bay Area
Maker Faire Bay Area is about creativity, which means every year brings something completely new that you’ve never seen.
Checklist: 10 Things to do before you’re 10 in the East Bay
Presenting a fun East Bay bucket list for little kids, a challenge to all you cool Bay Area parents. Have you taken your kid to all of these adventures yet?
East Bay Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Guide
East Bay pumpkin patches come in many types: a pile at the market, a quick pumpkin picture, a carnival atmosphere, or a full day on the farm.
The Impeccable Christmas Lights and Gardens at Oakland’s Temple Hill
Enjoy Christmas lights, music, and the exquisite gardens high above Oakland on Temple Hill.
What to Do With Kids on Berkeley’s Fourth Street
Berkeley’s Fourth Street has the food, fun, and stuff to please folks of all ages. Up early? Love trains? Reptiles? Coffee? Toys? Come on.
Family-friendly High Holidays Guide For East Bay Jewish Families
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur celebrations hosted by local organizations and ideas for celebrations at home and in the community.
East Bay Private Schools Open Houses and Tours
East Bay private elementary, middle, and high schools including Oakland, Berkeley, El Cerrito with links to tours and admission events for families.
Christmas Fun: USS Potomac Santa Cruise in Oakland
Back for 2024. Ride on a presidential yacht with Santa Claus. Unlimited cookies, cocoa, and views of the Oakland skyline with souvenirs.
East Bay Family Photographers: Reader’s Favorites
This list of photographers for East Bay families was curated with the help of 510Families.com readers who shouted out their faves.
Bay Play in West Oakland: A Fun Indoor Spot
The tree-themed jungle gym geared toward ages 0-8 featured obstacle courses and slides, and kept my toddler occupied most of the time
Tips for Taking Kids to Cal Bears Football Games
Here are some tips to help kids enjoy Cal football games and surrounding festivities, so you can make it through the whole game whine-free
Book Now: Magical Christmas Train in Sacramento
Tickets are now available for the Magical Christmas Train by River Fox out of West Sacramento. It will be lots of holiday fun.
On Sale Now: Autumn Lights Festival Near Lake Merritt
From October 16-18, 2025, the Gardens at Lake Merritt will be lit up at night. Come, take a stroll and enjoy the magic.
Best Things to Do With Kids in September
Find exciting things to do with East Bay kids all month long with our September outing generator!
Chabot Space & Science Center is a Gem in Oakland’s Redwoods
Chabot Space & Science Center reopened and we have the full scoop on what’s new and what’s still great for families.
18 Kid-friendly Sonoma and Napa Places to Visit
If you ever visit Sonoma Train Town (you should if you haven’t!), you’ll probably want to add a few other activities to your day-trip to
Taking Kids to Performances at Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall: A Guide for Families
Cal Performance’s family-friendly lineup at Zellerbach Hall makes planning a special outing a cinch. Adults will appreciate the East Bay location!Â
Best East Bay Birthday Cake Bakeries
Some of our favorite birthday cake bakeries and dessert shops in the East Bay. Where is your go-to for a birthday treat you didn’t make?
Best Things to Do With Kids in November
What starts off with a candy hangover and ends up on Santa’s lap? Yes, November is here and it is bursting with family fun!
Winter Break Camps for East Bay Kids
It is that time of the year again: Berkeley & Oakland Winter Break Camps fill in where you leave off. Winter Camps for East Bay kids.
9 San Francisco Playgrounds Worth the Trip
San Francisco has some really great parks, and I mean really great. I’ve rounded up our top favorites plus fun stops along the way.
Cut Your Own Christmas Tree at Frosty Mountain Tree Farm in Sebastopol
Just me and my four kids under age ten felling our perfect Christmas tree with a saw: a magical day in Sebastopol for my crew.
Best East Bay Holiday Lights: Alameda’s Christmas Tree Lane
The best holiday lights in the East Bay are on Christmas Tree Lane in Alameda where the neighbors create a magical holiday experience.
On Sale Now: Golden Gate Park Lights Up with Lightscape
Lightscape at Golden Gate Park in San Francisco is a glorious ticketed one-mile wander through light and sound.
50 Things to Do With Bay Area Kids When School Is Out
Wondering what to do when school is out? Take one of these 50 fantastic Bay Area ideas and build your day around it.
Book Now: Christmas Tea in the Bay Area For Families
Christmas Tea makes a lovely — often expensive — holiday tradition for families. We break it down from near to far.
25 Best Things to Do in Oakland With Kids
Oakland offers many family-friendly activities, restaurants, and outdoor spaces. Where to begin? Take a look at 25 of our faves.
Indoor Fun: 10+ Things to Do on Rainy Days in the East Bay
On a rainy day, here are some great indoor fun East Bay destinations to make your kids happy and run off those ya-yas!
Where to Take Kids Ice Skating in the Bay Area
During the winter season temporary ice skating rinks are set up throughout the Bay Area, making ice skating more accessible than ever.
Escuela Bilingüe Internacional (Pre-K – 8) Offers the Gift of Bilingualism
Escuela Bilingüe Internacional (EBI) is a PK-8 Bilingual IB program designed to prepare students to thrive in a changing world.
Nicasio Valley Pumpkin Patch for Classic Fall Fun
Nicasio Valley Farm offered exactly what I was looking for: seasonal fun with rustic farm vibes and fewer carnival attractions.
Join Us: Baby’s Day Out with Kula at Spirited Play Labs
For parents with babies, 0 to 1, we are excited to welcome you to this beautiful, inclusive soft play space with a cozy infant lounge.
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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.
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