Coming soon! Here’s a list of kid-friendly ticketed events and shows for which you might want to buy tickets now and save the date.
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March Events for Families
Cirque du Soleil – Kooza
Astounding acrobatics and performances under a big tent in San Francisco. You’ll never regret seeing a Cirque Show.
Where: Oracle Park, San Francisco
When: Feb 22 through Mar 10
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Circus Spire presents Beware! A Monstrous Circus
This youth acrobatic troup, training at Kinetic Arts Center in Oakland, invites the public to their annual performance which includes trapeze, aerial, juggling, and acrobatics, all incorporated in dramatic storytelling.
Where: Kinetic Arts Center | 785 Seventh Street, Oakland
When: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, March 1-24
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Pinocchio
Enjoy Pinocchio as he learns to become a real boy in this classic story performed by Fantasy Forum Actors Ensemble. 45 minutes, no intermission.
Where: Lesher Center of the Arts, Walnut Creek
When: March 7-9, 2024 (Times vary)
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PAW Patrol Live! “Heroes Unite”
Calling all good citizens! The PAW Patrol is yelping for help as they face their greatest challenge yet. Mayor Humdinger has dognapped Robo Dog and your kid can help. 90 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission
Where: Orpheum Theatre | 1192 Market St. San Francisco
When: March 9–10, 2024
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Ladysmith Black Mambazo (Family Matinee)
Attend a family matinee performance and enjoy the impeccable harmonies of this world-famous group.
Where: Freight & Salvage, Berkeley
When: March 16, 2024
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Easter Egg Express (Sacramento)
Take a one-hour themed train ride and visit with the Easter Bunny at a one-hour special event at the end of the ride.
Where: River Fox Train, Sacramento, CA
When: Weekends beginning March 17, 2024
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Mean Girls Musical in San Jose
The musical is based on the original movie on which the current movie is based (got that?). This 2:30 show has one intermission, recommended for 10+.
Where: San Jose Center for the Performing Arts
When: March 19-24, 2024
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Cubahia Festival (Berkeley)
A family-friendly celebration of Afro-Cuban music and culture will celebrate unity and empowerment.
Where: La Pena Cultural Center in Berkeley
When: March 23 from 1-7 pm
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April Events for East Bay Families
The Amazing Bubble Man
In a 70-minute show, kids and adults alike will be amazed and engaged by the visual feats accomplished with bubbles.
Where: Lesher Center in Walnut Creek
When: April 21 at 11:30 am and 2 pm
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