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Family Fun in the East Bay
Family Getaway: Water Park in Folsom & Old Sacramento Waterfront
Folsom made a wonderful mini-vacation for my family with a water park, waterfront amusements, and a new-to-us play space. We’ll be back for sure.
Rolling Around Brooklyn Basin (Oakland) with Kids
Township Commons Park at Brooklyn Basin is a beautiful & expansive part of the Oakland waterfront with places to dine, fish, scooter, and more.
Oakland Scavenger Hunt: These Adorable Gnomes Will Delight Your Kids
Hundreds of gnomes fill the sidewalks of Oakland, and will delight you every time. Here’s where, and how to find them.
Canceled 2021 KidFest: Labor Day Weekend in Concord
Bay Area KidFest is canceled for September 4-6, 2021.
Road Trip: Avengers Campus at Disneyland
What to expect at Disney California Adventure Park’s tribute to the Avengers characters. Marvel fans are gonna love it!
Vacation Inspiration: Houseboating on Lake Shasta
Houseboating on Lake Shasta is amazing; we pull up on shore, extend the included ramp, and climb off to explore. Campfires are a highlight every night, eating s’mores and checking out the scenery.
Chocolate and Chalk Art Festival
The sidewalks in North Berkeley will be bursting with color during the CHOCOLATE & CHALK ART FESTIVAL on Saturday, June 19, 2021.
Weekend Getaway: San Francisco’s Lodge at The Presidio & Nearby Attractions
A weekend getaway in the San Francisco Presidio was surprisingly restful and fun for my family. You could do it as a day trip or overnight.
A Majestic Lunch Spot: San Francisco Conservatory of Flowers
The gardens around the SF Conservatory of Flowers is a magical place to have lunch with the kids. I felt like I was in a Disney movie.
MEL Science Amazing Chemistry Sets for Kids Sizzle & Change Colors
Get up to three legit amazing science experiments for kids — that sizzle, foam, flame, & change colors — delivered to your door each month.
Special Event: Baby’s Day Out in the Garden at Brushstrokes Studio
Parents with pre-crawling babies: Drop by Brushstrokes Studio for a footprint-making session at a special 510 Families timeslot.
Knowland Park: Behind The Oakland Zoo (Cloudy With a Chance of Spotting Animals)
The walking paths of Knowland Park lead to spectacular views of the Bay, and if you go at the right time, you can see into the Zoo through a back fence.
Not Your Basic Toddler Bike Path: Judge John Sutter Regional Shoreline in Oakland
The shoreline right near the Oakland Bay Bridge has been outfitted with a new path, parking lot, plenty of bathrooms, and an observation pier.
Visit Umbrella Alley and Add a Touch of Kid-friendly Whimsy to an SF Adventure
Give your kids a camera and get up close with one of San Francisco’s latest Instagram-worthy art experience destinations.
Vacation Inspiration: Gold Country & Farm Stay within 2 Hours of the East Bay
My 4 kids loved this road trip getaway with farm animals, fresh air, and gold panning all within two hours of the East Bay.
5 East Bay Creeks to Stomp In
Oakland father and first grade teacher shares his favorite creeks for splashing, snacking, and throwing stones with his four-year old child.
Our New Favorite Mini Golf: Stagecoach Greens in SF
“Every hole was something special,” said my picky 9-year-old after our daytime putt-putt visit to Stagecoach Greens in San Francisco.
5 National Parks To Visit With Bay Area Kids Before They Grow Up
Do you prefer majestic trees or volcanic geysers? We’ve rounded up step-by-step itineraries for a handful of National Parks.
U-Pick Strawberries at George’s Berry Farm in Brentwood
As of April 2025, George’s Berry Farm is not open. Is it now Farmer’s Daughter? Maybe. The article that follows is from 2021. U-Pick fruit
Park Profile: May Nissen Community Park in Livermore
Go wild at Livermore’s woodland-themed playground with charming giant flowers and interactive play features.
Movie Theater Fun for ALL Ages at The New Parkway
See new movies with your baby in tow or bring your child to enjoy classic cartoons with sweet cereal at Oakland’s beloved movie theater.
Explore San Francisco’s Ferry Building
San Francisco’s Ferry Building is a quick BART ride and an exciting option for a weekday adventure with your kids. Bring a hat, a jacket, a camera, and your friends.
25 Places to Take Preschoolers in the East Bay – Indoors
Places to take East Bay toddlers and preschoolers: Bay Area destinations for younger kids featuring amazing indoor play spaces and museums.
Niles Canyon Railway 2024 Season
Niles Canyon Railway is opening for a limited number of autumn rides out of Sunol Station. Get your tickets now. All aboard!
Introducing REDYPER SF Compostable Diaper Service
REDYPER delivers diapers + wipes to your door, picks up dirties, transports them to a commercial facility to be turned into topsoil.
25 Things to Do With Kids in Alameda
Our favorite places to go and play with children in Alameda… Wondering what to do with kids? Here’s your list of 25 go-to spots.
20+ Enrichment Programs for Girls + Gender Expansive Kids
East Bay Classes and camps designed to empower girls, from power tools to performing arts.
Drop in to Pump It Up Playtime in Oakland
Get your jumps and wiggles out at a drop-in play session with bouncy houses, obstacle courses, bubbles, basketballs, tunnels, and giggles.
Day Trip to Bay Area Discovery Museum
The Bay Area Discovery Museum in Sausalito is a hands-on, outdoor science museum that will entertain & educate children under 5
Indoor Birthday Party Place: Swings and Wings Alameda
Swings and Wings in downtown Alameda is a go-to spot for parents looking to host a fantastic birthday party for children aged 1 to 8.
Introducing The Re-Up Refill Shop: A Zero-Waste Store on College Ave
Switching over to refillables for household goods is easier than you think. Bring your own containers.
Park Profile: Grove Park & Playground in Berkeley
See what’s up at the grand reopening of Berkeley’s neighborhood playground for the Lorin District. Wood chips.
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
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
Introducing Brilliant Births: A Community Space for New and Expecting Parents
Offering childbirth preparation classes and other workshops for new parents 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
