Summer Fairs and Festivals for Bay Area Families
Here is a list of outdoor street fairs, carnivals, county fairs, and festivals to pencil into your Summer plans from May to August.
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Family Fun in the East Bay
East Bay Summer Camp Guide (2024)
Oakland Summer Camps + Berkeley Summer Camps with day camps in STEM, sports, cooking, arts, music, and more!
Summertime Reading Games Powered by the Libraries
Summer is for reading! Many area public libraries offer summer reading games, community events & many cool kid-sized prizes for reading.
Best Things to Do With Kids in June
It’s time for our monthly activity planner for families: museum visits, community festivals, summer outdoor movies, ball games and more!
Dance Classes for Toddlers in the East Bay
Ballet and pre-dance classes for toddlers and children under five are both popular and prolific. Find the perfect dance class for your child.
Membership-Based Inclusive Play at Spirited Play Labs in Berkeley
Whether a child is on the autism spectrum, has sensory processing differences, or has developmental delays, the dedicated team at Spirited Play Labs aims to ...
Fun Things To Do in the East Bay This Weekend: June 1-2
What’s fun this weekend with kids? We hand-picked top 10 events for entire family to enjoy. Read our weekend planner for inspiration!
LGBTQ+ Pride Month Activities for Families
We love family-friendly Pride celebrations and they're back in full swing. Celebrations for LGBTQ families & allies alike.
Oakland A’s Fireworks & Light Shows
Six Oakland A's ball games offer fireworks or drone show after the final inning. Fans can move down to the outfield and watch.
East Bay Father’s Day Guide
Looking for things to do on Father's Day in Oakland? Here are some local-ish ideas for treating, entertaining, and celebrating Dad.
Sportfishing on the Bay with Kids
If you've ever wanted to take your kid fishing on the Bay, this is how you do it. No experience or worms necessary!
Spotlight on Cara’s Art Studio Individual Lessons
Cara's Art Studio offers classes, camps, and one-on-one art lessons to ages 7-18 including portfolio development guidance.
Where Do You Swim in the East Bay?
We've rounded up all the best places to swim in the East Bay: seasonal pools, water parks, beaches, lagoons, and even private pools you can ...
99 Summer Activities for Kids
The best ideas for family fun all summer long: fruit picking, ice cream, bike rides, beaches, splashing, and concerts!
What Parents Should Know About Bay Area Water Parks
Your guide to Bay Area waterparks; find the one that works best for your family. From water slide junkies to sprayground newbies, we love ya!
Summer Camps that Allow Daily Drop-in
Summer camps that offer daily drop-in service are a special kind of lifeline to parents. This is a roundup of summer camps that let you ...
East Bay Summer Concert Round-Up for Families
If your family loves listening to live music, check out our round-up of outdoor concerts -- most of which are free -- to enjoy this ...
Upcoming Shows & Special Events {Ticket Alerts}
Save the date and book your tickets now for these Bay Area events for kids.
Summer Stone Fruit & Peach Picking in the Bay Area
The time is ripe for picking perfect peaches, amazing apricots, and nectarous nectarines in the East Bay!
Alameda’s Sand Castle & Sculpture Contest is June 1
Saturday, June 1 is the Alameda Sand Castle/Sculpture Contest at Crown Memorial Beach. Grab your shovels!
East Bay Outdoor Summer Movie Round-Up
Outdoor movies are back this summer so grab a blanket & keep your kids up late. Here are a few fun places to watch movies ...
Reader Favorites: Top Dentists Referred By East Bay Parents
Our 510families community shared their favorite pediatric dentists in the inner East Bay, here are the top ones
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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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