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Family Fun in the East Bay
Introducing Learning Tree Coach
Learning Tree coaches use evidence-based practices to help students with learning challenges such as Dyslexia, ADHD, and executive function challenges.Â
14 Free and Cheap Birthday Party Places
A dozen spots to host a kid’s birthday party for cheap — or free — in the East Bay Area! These are our go-to budget-friendly FUN parties.
7 Places to Go Fishing with Beginners Around Oakland
Have you ever wanted to take kids fishing but not known where to go? My favorite seven freshwater places to fish in the East Bay for beginners
The Ultimate Guide to Weekend Getaways For Bay Area Families
Less than a half day’s drive from home, kids will love these vacation spots just as much as their parents. Get your weekend getaway started.
Introducing Brilliant Births: A Community Space for New and Expecting Parents
Offering childbirth preparation classes and other workshops for new parents in Berkeley.
Parents’ Guide to East Bay Gardens
Explore family-friendly East Bay Gardens for outdoor fun: admire flowers, follow butterflies, enjoy nature, & get inspired!
Oakland Zoo For Families (Is Membership Worth It?)
Oakland zoo membership for families pays for itself in less than two visits. We break it down for you.
Introducing Big Minds, A School for Twice-Exceptional Neurodivergent Students
Big Minds is dedicated to providing 2e students with the accommodations and scaffolding they need to succeed.
Birthday Party Place: Lush Handmade Cosmetics
For ages 5+, birthday party guests can mold soap and bath bombs with natural ingredients at the Lush Shop.
Best Prenatal & Birthing Classes in the East Bay
Many prenatal classes in Oakland, Berkeley, and the East Bay. Take your pick from free birthing classes offered by hospitals to intensive home birth prep.
Help Wanted: 510Families.com Needs an Assistant Calendar Editor
Manage our calendar of fun and free activities for East Bay families. This job is flexible and can be done from home a few hours per week.
No-Fly Vacation Idea: Seascape Resort in Aptos
Aptos feels like a faraway family getaway without hefty airfares. Hop in the car and your vacation starts in 90 minutes!
Spotlight on Skyline Lacrosse
Situated in Oakland, Skyline Lacrosse welcomes children at all skill levels from kindergarten to 8th grade to play this exciting sport.
Hana Japan: Mega Eatertainment Fun for Kids Who Will Eat Rice, Veggies, and/or Meat!
I love an early dinner at Hana Japan as a birthday tradition with infants, barely-eating babies, crazy toddlers, and curious preschoolers.
Visit Cat Town Oakland & RAWR Coffee Bar
Cat Town in Oakland is a fun outing for a feline-loving child for $12 each. Combo cafe and animal shelter. Reservations suggested.Â
Spotlight on Prospect Sierra School (PS)
Prospect Sierra School, a TK-8 independent school in El Cerrito enrolls 470 students on two campuses giving them the tools to build a better world.Â
Explore Dinosaur Gardens in the East Bay
Delight in a magical treasure: dinosaur gardens. Perfect to work into a family walk, we found seven locations walking around the East Bay.
Berkeley Park Profile: Cedar-Rose Park
Cedar-Rose Park in North Berkeley has a little fenced-in tot lot, wide open field, and big kid playground making it a great option for mixed ages.
Purim Fun for East Bay Families
Purim is a joyous Jewish holiday commemorating unity and safety with costumes and merriment. We found several local events
Top Things to Do With Kids at Cal
Here are our top things to do with our kids at University of California at Berkeley’s “Cal” Campus: climb, sing, dinosaurs, research, run, and play!
Holiday Tea at the Claremont Hotel
This elegant holiday tea at the historic Claremont is perfect for family time that doesn’t center around Santa or gifts. My daughter and I were delighted.
Point Molate: Sea Glass Treasure & Burning Man Art in Richmond
Combine a tranquil beach with a steampunk art scene for a memorable day in Richmond. We also love the sea glass!
Speer Family Farm Alameda Point Pumpkin Patch
Alameda Point Pumpkin Patch with many carnival amusements for families: hay bales, petting zoo, bouncy things!
San Francisco Zoo’s Boo at the Zoo
The San Francisco Zoo’s Boo at the Zoo takes place Saturday and Sunday, October 26-27.
Boo at the Zoo: A Special Event at the Oakland Zoo
The Oakland Zoo is celebrating Halloween with costumes, contests, animals, and a scavenger hunt. Visit in October for Boo at the Zoo!
On Sale Now: Autumn Lights Festival Near Lake Merritt
From October 17-19, 2024, the Gardens at Lake Merritt will be lit up at night. Come, take a stroll and enjoy the magic.
Sep 20-Oct 26: California’s Great America Tricks and Treats
Leaning into treats, candy, and seasonal decor more than jump scares and gore, families of young ones should have a blast.
Classic Pumpkin Patch at Rowell Ranch in Castro Valley
Discover Classic Pumpkin Patch in Castro Valley, complete with rides and attractions for families.
Birthday Yard Signs for East Bay Families
These celebration signs are purposefully huge and will fill a yard with a big statement! Here’s how to arrange a birthday yard sign delivery.
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!
San Francisco Zoo: A Guide for Families
The San Francisco Zoo is worth a visit for kids who love animals, and playgrounds too!
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: Napa Valley Santa Train Jolly Journeys
Tickets are on sale now. Modeled after the Polar Express, Santa Train passengers take a 90-minute round trip train ride up to the “North Pole” to receive a small gift and treats.
Labor Day: Scottish Games in Pleasanton
Labor Day Weekend at the Alameda County Fairgrounds come for feats of strength, colorful highland dances, whisky tasting, and lots of kilts.
Victory Point Cafe Birthday Parties
For East Bay Families, Victory Point Cafe a super fun board game cafe and an easy birthday party destination for the right kind of kiddo.
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
