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Sat August 10, 2024, Roots Soccer - Super Hero Night at CSUEB Pioneer Stadium (Hayward)
Sat August 17, 2024, Blankets & Blockbusters: Trolls Band Together at Thrive City
Fri August 23, 2024, Fairyland 510 Summer Fridays at Children’s Fairyland

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Family Fun in the East Bay

Have some ice cream at iScream in Berkeley and 98 things to do this summer

Best Ice Cream in Oakland, Berkeley, and Beyond

Our go to treat is always ice cream. Always. I've rounded up our local favorite places to order up a scoop. Did yours make the ...
Sebastopol apple-picking photo by Becky Matthews

Apple Picking with Children Near the Bay Area

Apple-picking season is upon us. Here are a few U-pick options and Bay Area apple orchards worth a visit with your family. Always, call first!
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San Francisco’s Exploratorium with Kids

San Francisco's Exploratorium with kids is a ton of fun -- hands-on science museum with lots to touch and room to climb. Don't forget the ...
5 dollar movies on tuesdays

Five Dollar Tuesday at the Movies

$5 Tuesday movie showings for kids and families around the East Bay.
boy shooting basketball into hoop

Oakland’s Bouncy Birthday Party Place: Pump it Up

How to throw the easiest birthday party in the East Bay where the kids will be totally exhausted and happy at the end.
child climbs rock wall

National Night Out Gatherings in the East Bay

August 6 is National Night Out, a day centered on community building. Organize an event among your neighbors, or join a city-led event. Find one ...
Kid grabbing a slice of Gioia pizza

Laid-back Birthday Party: Pizza & Movie

Everything is awesome when you host a child's birthday party at the movies with pizza and cupcakes.

Salesforce Park: Free Gondola Ride and Play Area

A free, entertaining activity for kids of all ages in San Francisco, Salesforce Park is the perfect place to take visiting family and friends.

Summer Brainstorm: 25 Things to Do that Cost Less Than $10

Summer bucket list of family fun outings that cost less than 10 bucks for one adult and one child
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Ticket Alert: Return of the Ringling Circus

The new circus has all of the thrills with none of the animals. There may even be too many exciting things at once.
Montclair Golf Course driving range with kids and teens with mask

Favorite Places to Play a Round of Golf With Kids in the East Bay

There are many local courses that offer Par 3, and most public courses even have driving ranges too where you can practice hitting ball after ...
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How to Enjoy a Campfire Without Camping

Experience a glowing campfire without the hassle of camping at EBPRD's summertime campfire programs
summer girl at the beach

Where to Play on a Hot Day, East Bay

Our team of experienced parents weighed in on where to go and what to do when it is Just Too Dang Hot. Start with donuts.

Discounts for East Bay Families

Welcome to {510} Families

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.

Discover what you can do this weekend, where you can play, and how to find everything an East Bay family needs. Help us build this community: submit tips and make comments. Thank you for visiting.

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