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Sun September 29, 2024, Emily Butterfly Puppet Playdate (rsvp) at The Berkeley School Early Childhood CampusSat October 5, 2024, Cuenta Cuentos Spanish Storytime at Escuela Bilingue Internacional (lower school)Sat October 5, 2024, Alphabet Rockers Performance at Cal Shakes Bruns Amphitheater
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Family Fun in the East Bay
Ticket Alert: Oct. 19 to 27 Fairyland Halloween Jam
Costumes, games, rides, treats, and more—celebrate 5 days of Halloween at Children's Fairyland for endless fall fun
Indoor Play Spaces in the East Bay
For little ones who are in constant exploration mode, here is a guide to indoor play spaces in the Bay Area.
Upcoming Shows & Special Events {Ticket Alerts}
Save the date and book your tickets now for these Bay Area events for kids.
Ticket Alert: Fancy Christmas Tea with kit & sis in San Francisco
Grab a ticket, your doll, and your fanciest dress then head into the City for a festive holiday tea with kit & sis.
On Sale Oct. 5: East Bay Polar Express: Niles Canyon Train of Lights
Set your calendar alerts. Niles Canyon Railway plans to release tickets for their popular Train of Lights event for the 2024 Holiday season on October ...
Pomegranate Picking in the East Bay
It is pomegranate picking season and you can head out to a Bay Area farm and pick with your children for a terrific autumn outing.
East Bay Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Guide
East Bay pumpkin patches come in many types: a pile at the market, a quick pumpkin picture, a carnival atmosphere, or a full day on ...
Free Drop-in Art Workshops with MOCHA in the Library
Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA) is partnering with Public Libraries to offer free art workshops to children throughout the week.
Fun Things To Do in the East Bay This Weekend: Sept 21-22
What’s fun this weekend with kids? We hand-picked top 10 events for entire family to enjoy. Read our weekend planner for inspiration!
Community Music Day at Crowden School is Back
Community Music Day at the Crowden School offers free hands-on music experiences for children.
25 Things to Do With Kids in Emeryville
25 fun activities, destinations, and places to wander with kids in Emeryville, CA. We love this little town with fab Bay views and hidden gems.
Birth and Baby Resources for East Bay Expectant Parents
Birth and Baby Guide for East Bay parents includes where to shop, places to go, + people to know for pregnancy & baby's first year ...
Camping and Swimming at Grover Hot Springs
Grover Hot Springs State Park offers a natural hot spring for swimming, accessible hiking for kids, and is terrifically affordable. What's not to love?
Ride the Haunted Train at Ardenwood Historic Farm
This historic train ride through the farm is just what little train lovers want and the price is right. Enjoy Ardenwood on the rails.
What to Do With Kids on Berkeley’s Fourth Street
Berkeley's Fourth Street has the food, fun, and stuff to please folks of all ages. Up early? Love trains? Reptiles? Coffee? Toys? Come on.
Spotlight on the East Bay International High School (EBIHS)
East Bay International High School is a multilingual college prep high school in Emeryville and an IB World School
East Bay Family Photographers: Reader’s Favorites
This list of photographers for East Bay families was curated with the help of 510Families.com readers who shouted out their faves.
Take a Tour of the Boichik Bagel Factory
Take a FREE tour of the Boichik Bagel Factory in West Berkeley. Carbs, coffee, and heavy machinery - what's not to love?
Family-friendly High Holidays Guide For East Bay Jewish Families
Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur celebrations hosted by local organizations and ideas for celebrations at home and in the community.
East Bay Private Schools Open Houses and Tours
East Bay private elementary, middle, and high schools including Oakland, Berkeley, El Cerrito with links to tours and admission events for families.
Discounts for East Bay Families
- Oakland Aviation Museum. Save 60% on admission to this exciting, kid-approved aircraft experience.
- Save on Disneyland tix. Disneyland Resorts at best prices through our affiliate, Get Away Today.
- More East Bay discounts >
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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.
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