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.
This round-up of ticketed events is sponsored by San Francisco Symphony, presenting Encanto in front of a live orchestra in May. Â
Affiliate links are included in some places.
April Events for East Bay Families
Cirque du Soleil KOOZA
Comic clowning, remarkable acrobatics, electrifying effects, loud noises, and darkness. Promising chills and thrills, this show might be scary for some sensitive or young viewers. 125 minutes long including a single 25-minute intermission.
Where: Santa Clara Fairgrounds
When: April 18-May 20
More info and see the trailer >
May Events for East Bay Families
The Wizard of Oz with orchestral accompaniment
The SF Symphony delivers a sweeping orchestral backing to the classic movie of young farm girl Dorothy as she follows the Yellow Brick Road to Oz and faces the Wicked Witch of the West.
Where: Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco
When: May 1, 2024 at 7:30
Ticket link >
The Empire Strikes Back with live orchestra
In time for May the Fourth, experience the magic of this intergalactic epic like never before as the SF Symphony performs John Williams’ Oscar-winning score live to the film on the big screen.
Where: Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco
When: May 2-4, 2024 at 7:30
Ticket link >
Seussical JR
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and more beloved Dr. Seuss characters in a musical extravaganza performed by Poison Apple Productions. 1 hour, 45 minutes, one intermission.
Where: Lesher Center of the Arts, Walnut Creek
When: May 2-5, 2024 (Times vary)
Ticket link >
The Crimson Pirate
A treasure hunt adventure play packed with kid-friendly thrills performed by Fantasy Forum Actors Ensemble. 45 minutes, no intermission.
Where: Lesher Center of the Arts, Walnut Creek
When: May 2-5, 2024 (Times vary)
Ticket link >
Circus Gilly presents Once Upon a Circus
This youth acrobatic troup, training at Kinetic Arts Center in Oakland, invites the public to their performance including trapeze, aerial, juggling, and acrobatics, all incorporated into dramatic storytelling surrounding an enchanted forest and royalty.
Where: Kinetic Arts Center | 785 Seventh Street, Oakland
When: Saturdays and Sundays, May 4-12
Ticket link >
Swan Lake by Contra Costa Ballet at Lesher Center
An all-ages production of a fairytale ballet story of good versus evil. Featuring youth performers
Where: Lesher Center, Walnut Creek
When: May 10 & 11, 2024 (various times)
Ticket link >
Brian Scott Magic at Berkeley Playhouse
An interactive show filled with magic and comedy that is fun for the entire family. Watch the impossible happen: minds will be read, reality will be bent, and magic will happen.
Where: Berkeley Playhouse
When: May 11, 2024 at 2 pm
Ticket link >
Encanto with live orchestration
Watch the magical movie about an extraordinary family in the town of Encanto, featuring the beloved songs by Emmy-, Grammy-, and Tony Award-winner Lin-Manuel Miranda performed by the orchestra.
Where: Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco
When: May 24-25, 2024 at 7:30
Ticket link >
June Events for East Bay Families
Sesame Street Live! Say Hello
For fans of Elmo, Abby Caddaby, and other Sesame Street friends, it will be a thrill to see them on stage in the big theater.
Where: Curran Theatre
When: June 7–8, 2024
Learn more >
August Events for East Bay Families
Baby Shark Big Broadwave Tour! (presale only)
With catchy music and lots of laughs, this live stage experience is targeted at ages 1 to 6 but is meant to be enjoyed by the entire family. Pay more for a “fintastic photo op” if you dare.
Where: Orpheum Theatre, San Francisco
When: Saturday August 3 at 2 pm
More info >
Thanks to San Francisco Symphony for sponsoring this list.
