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Family Fun in the East Bay
Spotlight on Ecole Bilingue de Berkeley Early Childhood Program
EB is a preschool – 8th international school combining a dynamic French curriculum and a whole-child-centered independent school education.
New Book for Oakland Kids: BROWN
BROWN: The Many Shades of Love was written by two Oakland educators and is available wherever books are sold!
Reopening Oct. 4: SFMOMA With Free Admission For 2 Weeks
There’s plenty to see at SFMOMA with kids and they’re reopening with two weeks of FREE admission.      Â
Simple, Creative Halloween Costumes
Super simple but creative Halloween costumes for kids or clever parents with easy DIY instructions.
Talking about Race with Kids Right Now
We are excited to share a guest post from Dr. Allison Briscoe-Smith, East Bay mother of three and a child psychologist who specializes in trauma and issues of race.
Now Open: Batting Cages in the East Bay
Baseball and softball batting cages are reopening around the Bay Area. They will get your heart pumping and are lots of fun. Batter up!
Register Now: SWE Science Workshops for Grades 4 to 8
SWE Science Saturdays and SWE Science Scholars are programs that teach engineering ideas and principles to 4th through 8th grade students.
Going Back Again and Again to Sunol
We love Sunol because of Alameda Creek. It flows through the section of the park toward Coyote Hills. It makes us feel relaxed and happy in every season.
Some East Bay Parks Remain Closed, Most are Open
Five Regional Parks remain closed, the rest are open now with cautions in place.
25 Super Duper Activities to Do With Kids at Home
No matter your reason to be stuck at home, here are 25 entertaining at-home ideas more fun than singing Baby Shark for the hundredth time.
At-Home PE: 13 Toys That Use Big Energy
Tunnels, climbers, and foldable foam mats to jump on. These are the must-haves for sheltering at home with little ones!
DIY Outdoor School: Redwood Regional + Botany Exploration
We took this Montessori-inspired leaf classification activity out to the local trails to extend the learning and heighten our environmental awareness.
Delicious Strawberry U-Pick at Blue House Farm
Enjoy the fresh coastal air while picking delicious organic strawberries with your children, it is a practically perfect, stress-free outing near Half Moon Bay
Reopening: AquaTech Swim Center in Alameda
With lots of precautions in place, swim lessons at AquaTech Swim Center will resume.
Splash And Rock Scramble at Sunol’s Little Yosemite near Fremont
Little Yosemite in the Sunol Wilderness is a gorgeous hike filled with beautiful marshes, waterfalls, and wading areas nestled between rocks.
{Road Trip} Kid-Friendly Glamping Spot 90 Minutes from Bay Area
Swimming, boating, jumping, and general outdoor fun, all made easy with low-key cabin rental.
Raddish Kids: Home Cooking Lessons in a Box
Raddish is a cooking club, culinary lesson, and mealtime solution with cute collectibles, quality tools, and commemorative patches for about $22/month. Ages 4-14.
41 Enrichment Activities & Centers by and for Black Families
This community-generated list of East Bay classes and mentorship programs for Black kids and families includes art, science, nature, biking, and more.
Photo Scavenger Hunt for Families: Take a Shape Walk
My son and I like to walk around the neighborhood. We decided to make our walks more interesting by turning our walks into scavenger hunts by looking for a specific shape each time. Our favorite shape to look for is a circle.
Fairy Gates Trail Hike in San Francisco
Part of the Mount Sutro Open Space, the Fairy Gates hiking trail in San Francisco offers kid hikers the reward of several tiny fairy villages set up along the 1.8 mile path.
Order a Sundae as Big as your Head at Fentons Oakland
Fentons Creamery is an East Bay institution with bright colors and many flavors of ice cream + GIANT sundaes
Piedmont Park and Playground
Piedmont Park offers tons to explore and plenty of shade for your comfort.
Year-End Thanks to All Who Sponsored {510} Families in 2023
We are so grateful to the Bay Area businesses who partnered with us this year
Where to Scramble: The Rock Parks of North Berkeley
We have been making our way around the rock parks of Berkeley and thought you’d like to see where they are.
Take the Train to Sacramento’s Railroad Museum
Your train-obsessed children are going to love this adventure to the California Railroad Museum in Sacramento from Berkeley by railroad.
Meet Five Students from Escuela Bilingüe Internacional’s Middle School
Middle school students share what they love about their bilingual education at EBI in Emeryville
Vacation Inspiration: Rush Creek Lodge, the Most Family-Friendly Hotel in Yosemite
Whether you want to explore Yosemite National Park or just enjoy the resort amenities, Rush Creek Lodge is a great place to stay with kids.
Half-Day Trip to CuriOdyssey at Coyote Point
CuriOdyssey is a science playground and zoo best suited for the smallest children at Coyote Point in San Mateo.
Joaquin Miller Park Has Some of the Best Views (& Lizards) in East Bay
Joaquin Miller Park has stellar views, tons of lizards and plenty of trails to explore with kids.
Vacation Inspiration: A Coastal Escape to Portola Hotel & Spa in Monterey
Portola Hotel & Spa makes an easy getaway to explore the Monterey area that both kids and parents will enjoy.
Skystar Wheel Delivers a Thrilling View of Fisherman’s Wharf
The giant SkyStar Observation Wheel is now spinning at San Francisco’s Fisherman’s Wharf
Park Report: San Leandro Marina Park
With two playgrounds and a waterfront location in San Leandro, this park invites tons of family fun.
Holiday Family Getaway in Napa: Meritage Resort & Spa
An easy getaway to the Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa offers holiday magic at its best.
Where to Find Monarch Butterflies in the East Bay
It’s that time of year where Western monarchs gather in Northern California. Find out where to find them in the East Bay!
Fat Shafts Archery in Benicia: Fun for Nearly an Hour
For $20 per hour (or pro-rated in half-hour chunks), people older than age eight can rent equipment and shoot at the targets of this indoor range.
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
