The Oakland Aviation Museum, open Wednesday thru Sundays, is located near the Oakland airport, so although you won’t stand right next to a plane that’s taking off, you can both stand next to a plane — and look up in the sky to see what’s just taken off. Save on a family admission >>
What to Expect at the Oakland Aviation Museum
Inside and outside the museum building, a variety of small aircraft are stationed for visitors to see. Other artifacts pay tribute to aviation history, inclusive of Black Americans in the fields of Aviation and Space.
On Open Cockpit Day, ladders are positioned to invite visitors to climb inside the planes. The remaining 2025 Open Cockpit Days are June 15 (Father’s Day!) and September 7.
A small play area allows children to climb inside a replica plane to explore the instruments and get in the mini-air traffic control tower to listen to real audio emitting from a control tower.
More places to play for airplane-loving kiddos >>
Kid Birthday Parties at the Oakland Aviation Museum
The venue is available for birthday party rental, and reader Annmarie shared her enthusiasm for the place after hosting her son’s second birthday there. “It was outstanding because kids and adults enjoyed it!”
Plan your visit to the Oakland Aviation Museum
Location: Oakland Aviation Museum at 8252 Earhart Road, Oakland
(510) 638-7100. Learn more at the Oakland Aviation Museum website.
Hours: Open Wednesday to Sunday 10 am to 4 pm. Closed Monday & Tuesday.
Look for a Groupon or discount online before you go. (note that Open Cockpit Day is a Groupon blackout)
Museum Admission Prices
Adults – $18
Seniors (60+) – $15
Military /Students / Teens – $13
Children 5-12 – $10
4 and Under – FREE
