Below are fun upcoming events for kids and families in the San Francisco Bay Area. This list is updated frequently, so check back often.
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Featured Events
Rhonda Benin and Friends at Woodstock Park (Free) ~ Alameda, May 18
Rhythmix in the Parks presents an exploration of the question: What is Freedom? Discover the music created by enslaved African Americans expressing their desire and plans for freedom, and how that music helped them survive. Audiences of all ages will sing and clap along to this uplifting celebration of Black music and history. Free! Bring the whole family. RSVP recommended.
Encanto Film with Live Orchestra ~ San Francisco, May 24-25
Lights, Camera, Music!: Watch favorite films on the big screen at Davies Symphony Hall as the scores are performed live by the SF Symphony. Watch the magical tale of an extraordinary family in the town of Encanto, featuring all-new songs by Emmy-, Grammy-, and Tony Award-winner Lin-Manuel Miranda.
Unlock The Keys to Time Travel: A Piano Concert ~ Sunnyvale, June 15
Traverse through time, from classical pieces to pop hits, in this one-of-a-kind concert! This is NOT your typical piano recital… 🔥🚀 If you want to inspire your child to learn piano, don’t miss this event. It’s a family-friendly experience for everyone!
Marine Science Sundays ~ Sausalito, May 26
Enjoy interactive presentations hosted by award-winning educators to share the stories of amazing marine mammals and the Center’s efforts to ensure the health of these animals and our ocean.
May 2024
Storytime with Anna (Free) – Palo Alto, May 15
Reading with Dogs at Pup Plaza (Free) – San Jose, May 16
Contra Costa County Fair – Antioch, May 16-19
Telescope Viewing (Free) – Oakland, May 17, 18, 24, 25, 31
Friday Nights at OMCA – Oakland, May 17, 24, 31
The Marshmallow Incident – San Jose, May 18-26
SF Jazz Family Matinee – San Francisco, May 18
Brunch for the Wild Bunch at Oakland Zoo – Oakland, May 18
Skyjam Family Festival (Free) – Richmond, May 18
Family Farm Days at Slide Ranch – Muir Beach, May 18
Asian American and Pacific Islander Festival (Free) – San Jose, May 18
Fun on the Farm (Free) – San Ramon, May 18
Two of a Kind Concert – San Jose, May 18
Seaside Storytime – Santa Cruz, May 18
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage at Children’s Fairyland – Oakland, May 18, 19, 25, 26
Storytime Science for Kids at the Exploratorium – San Francisco, May 18, 19
The Princess and the Pea – Palo Alto, May 18, 19
Model Railroad Show – Walnut Creek, May 18, 19
Cinderella by New Ballet – San Jose, May 18, 19
InsectPalooza (Free)- San Francisco, May 19
Cal Sailing Open House (Free) – Berkeley, May 19
Penguins and Pajamas Sleepovers at Cal Academy – San Francisco, May 24
Encanto with SF Symphony – San Francisco, May 24, 25
Magic with Brian Scott – Dublin, May 25
Family Tour at de Young Museum – San Francisco, May 25
Rail Fair at Ardenwood – Fremont, May 25-27
Community Fits Stitch and Soul (Free) – Oakland, May 26
Art & Wind Festival (Free) – San Ramon, May 26, 27
Museum Mondays for Little Ones – Santa Rosa, May 27
Family Art Making – San Francisco, May 28
Groove Into Summer with AndyZ – Palo Alto, May 31
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