The Main Library has an active Children’s Room and a TeenZone. Find family and kid-friendly events on the Oakland Public Library Events Calendar.
Located between downtown and Lake Merritt and a few blocks from Oakland Museum of California (OMCA), Oakland’s Main Library is one of the largest public libraries in the Bay Area.
Upcoming Events
- Mariela’s Music Time - Mon July 13, 2026 - 10:30 am - 11:15 am
- Try it Truck - Fri July 17, 2026 - 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
- Brian Scott Magic Show - Mon July 20, 2026 - 10:30 am - 11:15 am
- Ricky Roo and Friends Puppet Show - Mon July 27, 2026 - 10:30 am - 11:15 am
