Hanging Out with the Kids
This is a space where you are able to view my favorite things to do!
Outdoor Recreation
This is a space where you are able to locate free adventurous and educational spaces and opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities with your children.
EAST BAY REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT:
Redwood Regional Park
Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline
Tilden Nature Center
Please check out East Bay Regional Park District's website for more fun and FREE places to go with the kids or by yourself
East Bay Regional Park District
OAKLAND:
530 Water St, Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 627-1100
BERKELEY:
201 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 981-6740
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SAN LEANDRO
40 San Leandro Marina, San Leandro, CA
(510) 577-3488
CAMPING
Anthony Chabot Family Campgrounds
For questions or to make a reservation by phone,
please call our Reservations Department
Phone: 1-888-EBPARKS (888-327-2757), option 2.
For persons with hearing impairments, please use the Telecommunications Relay Service at 711.
9999 Redwood Rd, Castro Valley, CA 94546
(888) 327-2757
Eating out
This is a list of my Favorite Family Friendly spots to take the kids!
Various Locations
4081 Hollis St, Emeryville, CA 94608
(510) 594-1221
229 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 444-2976
Oakland Grill
Local Beaches
This is a list of the best Family beaches to take kids of all ages!
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Stinson Beach
2 Calle del Onda, Stinson Beach, CA 94970
Alameda Beach
2351 Shoreline Dr, Alameda, CA 94501
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Neighborhood Parks
Please visit these local parks for fun, lunch, play, and to relax if you have some free time!
My favorites are also listed for easy parking and lots of free fun!
City of Oakland:
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Lakeside Park aka Lake Merritt
Lake Merritt in Oakland, California is one of the most unique urban spaces in the United States.
600 Bellevue Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
3860 Hanly Rd, Oakland, CA 94602
(510) 482-7831
Arroyo Viejo Park
7800 Olive St, Oakland, Ca 94621
City of Berkeley:
Adventure Playground | City of Berkeley (berkeleyca.gov)
Unique free outdoor play space for children and families.
Address: 160 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94710
Phone: (510) 981-6720
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Amusement Parks
Family-Friendly Theme and Amusement Parks!
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Rides and Animal shows
Rides and character performances
4701 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95054 ·
(408) 988-1776
Rides, Beach, and Vendor Boardwalk
Aminals and Carnival Ride Area
9777 Golf Links Rd, Oakland, CA 94605
(510) 632-9525
Carnival Rides and children's play areas
699 Bellevue Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
(510) 452-2259
Themed character park and rides
100 Universal City Plz, Universal City, CA 91608
(800) 864-8377
4501 Pleasanton Ave, Pleasanton, CA 94566
(925) 426-7600
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Local Events
Check out these Free Family-Friendly Events
May 2023:
Healthy Me FamilySing and Dance Along
(For all BUSD Preschool Families)
Date: Saturday, 5.20.23
Location: 1810 Hopkins Street, Berkeley CA 94707
Contact: AGUACATEMUSICKIDS.com
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Family Fun Events in Oakland
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Rotary Nature Center at Lake Merritt
City of Berkeley Recreational Events
City of Berkeley Recreation Events
Parent's Press
East Bay Regional Park District
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Children's Fairyland Events (low-cost)
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