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Family Fun in the East Bay
Dig Deep Pumpkin Patch Now at Ardenwood Farms in Fremont
Dig Deep Farms at Ardenwood Historic Farm hosts an annual pumpkin patch with weekend daytime hours.
Inclusive Park Profile: Memorial Park in San Leandro
Memorial Park in downtown San Leandro is a big, inviting playground for all ages and abilities with unique play structures, swings & slides.
Conquering the Cool Patch Pumpkins Corn Maze
Cool Patch Pumpkins offers a truly epic corn maze and all the pumpkins you could desire! Just make sure you’re prepared.
10+ All-Abilities Playgrounds and Play Spaces Near Oakland
Inclusive playgrounds are designed with innovative features to welcome children of all ages and capabilities. These are within an hour of Oakland.
Ticket Alert: Fancy Christmas Tea with kit & sis in San Francisco
Grab a ticket, your doll, and your fanciest dress then head into the City for a festive holiday tea with kit & sis.
Our Petaluma Pumpkin Patch & Amazing Corn Maze Adventure
Petaluma Pumpkin Patch and Amazing Corn Maze offers a festive farm experience along with plenty of bouncy, jumpy fun.
Indoor Play Space in Berkeley: Children’s Club House
Children’s Club House in South Berkeley is a welcoming spot for parents seeking fun for their tiny tots.
Free Storytimes Around the East Bay
A round-up of kid-friendly story readings in the next 30 days, including libraries, bookstores, and other fun places. Let someone else read to you
10 Trunk-or-Treat Events in the East Bay
Trunk or treat events, where kiddos can dress up in their costumes and go tailgating for candy from decorated car trunks, are back.
Shadelands Pumpkin Patch in Walnut Creek
With a petting zoo, cow train, and a field full of pumpkins, Shadelands is a great fall outing in Walnut Creek.
On Sale Now: Teddy Bear Tea in Walnut Creek
Teddy Bear Tea in Walnut Creek on December 6+7, 2025, is a perfect holiday tea service for preschoolers. And it will sell out quickly!
Heart Smart & Head Smart: Oakland’s Aurora School for K-8
Discover a vibrant community at Aurora School, an independent K-8 institution in Oakland’s Upper Rockridge neighborhood.
Thanksgiving Camps & No-School Day Camps in November
Listings of camps that will provide childcare and fun during Veteran’s Day & Thanksgiving break for kids in the urban East Bay area.
Go Full Tilt at Pacific Pinball Museum in Alameda
On a school break with school-aged kids? Buy admission to this retro amusement hall for a pinball entertainment. It’s open Tuesday through Sunday.
Golf for Tykes in Concord
Golf for Tykes is a guided program designed to introduce golf to kids 3-4, with parents and coaches assisting, hosted at Skylinks Golf Course
Classic Pumpkin Patch at Rowell Ranch in Castro Valley
Discover Classic Pumpkin Patch in Castro Valley, complete with rides and attractions for families.
DÃa de Los Muertos with East Bay Kids
In the East Bay, there are lots of ways to celebrate Dia de Los Muertos including festivals, performances, and crafts with children in tow.
Ticket Alert: Fall Festival on the Coast at Rancho Siempre Verde
Visit this family farm with a rustic yet whimsical vibe, fresh fall harvest, giant swings, and coastal views.
Indigenous People’s Heritage Month for Kids
November is Indigenous People’s Heritage Month. Here are a few ways to reflect on the cultures, traditions, and history of the Bay Area’s first peoples.
Arata’s Pumpkin Farm & Hay Maze in Half Moon Bay
Arata’s Pumpkin Farm features a 6-acre corn field, a pumpkin river and a famous and menacing two-acre Minotaur’s Labyrinth Hay Maze.
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.
Coding Classes & Camps for East Bay Kids
7 local resources for helping kids get into coding.
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.
Dec. 13 – 26: Life-Sized Nativity Scene in El Cerrito: Shadi Holiday Display
In a hillside lot in El Cerrito, a stucco version of Bethlehem pops up every holiday season. Stop by and check out this lighted display at nighttime.
Holiday Outing: 3Crosses in Castro Valley
The Christmas Festival at 3Crosses is merry and bright with ice skating, holiday lights, Santa Claus, and a train.
Holiday Outing: Christmas at the Tilden Carousel
The Tilden Park Merry-Go-Round transforms every year to a magical winter wonderland. Look for cocoa, ornaments to buy, and sometimes Santa!
30+ Experience Gift Ideas for East Bay Families
Experience gifts are memorable, magical, and clutter-free. We love to give tickets and memberships as holiday gifts. Need ideas?
Where to Mail Your Letters to Santa
Here’s how to send your children’s letters to Santa Claus, some with special mailboxes to the North Pole and some ways even easier!
Winterfest at the Tilden Steam Trains
Seeing Father Solstice and riding on the steam trains done up in Christmas decorations can be lovely or terrible. Check out our tips!
Drop-in Art Studios for Families
I love art studios stocked with supplies where I can let my kids get messy without worrying about cleaning up afterward. These drop-in studios fit the bill.
Christmas Dinner To Go Options for East Bay Families
Order your holiday feast to go! Here’s a huge list of local restaurants and chefs offering delectable menus for your family’s table.
Spotlight on Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley (EB)
Meet our sponsor, Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley, a French American Preschool-8th grade school in Berkeley.
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
