Berkeley Public Library is hosting an outdoor obstacle course. 

Children can follow clues and complete challenges to help find Lucky Day North de la Biblioteca, the library cat. Participants who finish the course can stop by the service desk to claim a prize while supplies last. 

Date: Every Day  

Time: All Day 

Cost: Free 

Location: North Branch Library, 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The City of Newark is inviting families to a cultural celebration featuring mariachi music, dance performances, and community activities. 

Listen to live mariachi music, watch Ballet Folklórico performances, visit community resource booths, and sample food from local vendors. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for an afternoon of live entertainment.

Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026

Time: 1PM - 5PM

Cost: Free

Location: Shirley Sisk Grove, 2086 NewPark Mall Rd., Newark

Link: Click here for more information. 

Albany Library is inviting the community to help create a mural. 

Pick up a brush and add color to a paint-by-numbers acrylic canvas that will become part of the Albany Library. Paint and materials will be provided by Brushstrokes For the Bay, and all ages are welcome. 

Date: Sunday, July 19, 2026 

Time: 1:30PM - 3:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Albany Library - Edith Stone Room, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Castro Valley Park Splash pad is open for the summer. 

Children can run through spray features and take breaks at the surrounding park areas.  

Date: Wednesday - Sunday 

Time: 11AM - 6PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Castro Valley Park Splash Pad, 18988 Lake Chabot Rd., Castro Valley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Shadow Cliffs Park in Pleasanton invites you to Explore Nature with Monthly Family Adventures. 

Shadow Cliffs invites young children and their families to explore nature through a variety of monthly activities. Each session features a different theme, such as trail walks, bug hunts, bird watching, and shadow discoveries. 

Date: Every 3rd Monday

Time: 9AM - 11AM 

Cost: Free. Parking $5 

Location: Shadow Cliffs Regional Park, 2500 Stanley Blvd., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information.

Breast Friends Lactation and Support Services is inviting families to a virtual breastfeeding support group. 

Parents can join from home to receive breastfeeding guidance and connect with other parents. The group is led by an experienced facilitator and offers a supportive space for questions and shared experiences.  

Date: Every 1st & 3rd Monday

Time: 6PM - 7PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Online (Zoom) 

Link: Click here to register. 

The City of Alameda is inviting families to participate in free summer recreation activities for children and caregivers. 

Children can take part in games, creative play, and recreation activities during the afternoon drop-in program at local open spaces. The program is designed for a wide range of ages and gives families flexible opportunities to enjoy outdoor play and community activities throughout the summer. Registration is required. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: 12:30PM - 4:30PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Jean Sweeney Open Space, 280 Constitution Way, Alameda and Lincoln Park Open Space, High St. & Fernside Blvd., Alameda 

Link: Click here to register. 

The San Lorenzo Library is providing free summer lunches for youth.

Children and teens under age 18 can pick up a healthy meal to eat while supplies last. Lunches are distributed on the front patio in partnership with the San Lorenzo Unified School District. 

Date: Monday – Thursday  

Time: 12PM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: San Lorenzo Library, 395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The City of Dublin is inviting families to cool off with water play and outdoor recreation. 

Little ones can run through spray features and splash around while parents relax nearby or spread out on the grass. Playground areas, picnic spots, and open space make it easy to turn a quick visit into a day at the park.  

Date: Everyday  

Time: 11AM – 7:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Emerald Glen Park, 4201 Central Pkwy., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Newark Library is providing free summer lunches for youth. 

Free lunches are available for children and teens ages 1 to 18 through a partnership with the Newark Unified School District. Meals are distributed inside the library lobby while supplies last, and children and teens must be present to receive lunch. 

Date: Monday – Thursday  

Time: 12:30PM - 1:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Newark Library, 37055 Newark Blvd., Newark 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Berkeley Public Library is hosting an outdoor obstacle course. 

Children can follow clues and complete challenges to help find Lucky Day North de la Biblioteca, the library cat. Participants who finish the course can stop by the service desk to claim a prize while supplies last. 

Date: Every Day  

Time: All Day 

Cost: Free 

Location: North Branch Library, 1170 The Alameda, Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Weekly food giveaway in Downtown Hayward. 

Come to a weekly food giveaway in downtown Hayward. 

Date: Every Tuesday 

Time: 9AM 

Cost: Free  

Location: 1063 A St., Hayward 

Link: Click here for more information.   

The City of Alameda is inviting families to participate in free summer recreation activities for children and caregivers. 

Children can take part in games, creative play, and recreation activities during the afternoon drop-in program at local open spaces. The program is designed for a wide range of ages and gives families flexible opportunities to enjoy outdoor play and community activities throughout the summer. Registration is required. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: 12:30PM - 4:30PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Jean Sweeney Open Space, 280 Constitution Way, Alameda and Lincoln Park Open Space, High St. & Fernside Blvd., Alameda 

Link: Click here to register. 

Berkeley Public Library provides free summer lunches and activities for youth. 

Children and teens ages 18 and under can receive a free lunch and take part in activities such as cooking classes, arts and crafts, games, and hands-on projects. Meals are provided in partnership with the Berkeley Unified School District. 

Date: Tuesday – Thursday  

Time: 12PM – 1:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Central Library - Central Children's Story Room, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Dublin Wave is inviting families to a water play program for toddlers and preschoolers. 

Little ones ages 0-5 can splash, explore spray features, and spend time in the Splash Zone before the waterpark opens for the day. Adults must actively supervise children throughout their visit. 

Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday 

Time: 9AM - 11AM 

Cost: Residents: $3 per child. Non-residents: $4 per child. Parents and guardians are free. 

Location: The Dublin Wave, 4201 Central Pkwy., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information.

The San Lorenzo Library is providing free summer lunches for youth.

Children and teens under age 18 can pick up a healthy meal to eat while supplies last. Lunches are distributed on the front patio in partnership with the San Lorenzo Unified School District. 

Date: Monday – Thursday  

Time: 12PM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: San Lorenzo Library, 395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Newark Library is providing free summer lunches for youth. 

Free lunches are available for children and teens ages 1 to 18 through a partnership with the Newark Unified School District. Meals are distributed inside the library lobby while supplies last, and children and teens must be present to receive lunch. 

Date: Monday – Thursday  

Time: 12:30PM - 1:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Newark Library, 37055 Newark Blvd., Newark 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Family Paths is inviting young and expecting parents to participate in a virtual parenting education series. 

The 10-week series focus on building safe, supportive environments for children while strengthening communication, confidence, and parenting skills. Sessions are designed for young and expecting moms and dads ages 21 and under who live in or attend school in Oakland, Piedmont, or Alameda, with other participants considered on a case-by-case basis. 

Date: Every Tuesday 

Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM 

Cost: Free or Sliding scale for qualifying families. 

Location: Online (Zoom) 

Link: Call (800) 829-3777 to register. 

The City of Alameda is inviting families to participate in free summer recreation activities for children and caregivers. 

Children can take part in games, creative play, and recreation activities during the afternoon drop-in program at local open spaces. The program is designed for a wide range of ages and gives families flexible opportunities to enjoy outdoor play and community activities throughout the summer. Registration is required. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: 12:30PM - 4:30PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Jean Sweeney Open Space, 280 Constitution Way, Alameda and Lincoln Park Open Space, High St. & Fernside Blvd., Alameda 

Link: Click here to register. 

Berkeley Public Library provides free summer lunches and activities for youth. 

Children and teens ages 18 and under can receive a free lunch and take part in activities such as cooking classes, arts and crafts, games, and hands-on projects. Meals are provided in partnership with the Berkeley Unified School District. 

Date: Tuesday – Thursday  

Time: 12PM – 1:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Central Library - Central Children's Story Room, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The San Lorenzo Library is providing free summer lunches for youth.

Children and teens under age 18 can pick up a healthy meal to eat while supplies last. Lunches are distributed on the front patio in partnership with the San Lorenzo Unified School District. 

Date: Monday – Thursday  

Time: 12PM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: San Lorenzo Library, 395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Newark Library is providing free summer lunches for youth. 

Free lunches are available for children and teens ages 1 to 18 through a partnership with the Newark Unified School District. Meals are distributed inside the library lobby while supplies last, and children and teens must be present to receive lunch. 

Date: Monday – Thursday  

Time: 12:30PM - 1:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Newark Library, 37055 Newark Blvd., Newark 

Link: Click here for more information. 

A monthly space for all fathers and father figures of Alameda County.  

Dad-scussions is an ongoing virtual series that provides opportunities for Fathers to discuss current topics that matter to them. 

Date: Every 3rd Thursday

Time: 6PM - 7:30PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Online (Zoom)

Link: Click here to register.   

Albany Library offers families a hands-on music storytime.  

Families are invited to a music session using basic percussion instruments. Instruments will be provided for babies and toddlers.  

Date: Every 2nd & 4th Thursday 

Time: 1PM – 1:45PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Albany Library, 1247 Marin Ave., Albany  

Link: Click here for more information. 

The City of Alameda is inviting families to participate in free summer recreation activities for children and caregivers. 

Children can take part in games, creative play, and recreation activities during the afternoon drop-in program at local open spaces. The program is designed for a wide range of ages and gives families flexible opportunities to enjoy outdoor play and community activities throughout the summer. Registration is required. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: 12:30PM - 4:30PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Jean Sweeney Open Space, 280 Constitution Way, Alameda and Lincoln Park Open Space, High St. & Fernside Blvd., Alameda 

Link: Click here to register. 

Castro Valley Library is inviting families to enjoy an afternoon filled with games. 

Drop by to play board games, video games, and other family-friendly activities with friends and neighbors at the Castro Valley Library. Families can drop in anytime during the event to play, explore new games, and spend time together. 

Date: Every Thursday 

Time: 1PM - 3PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Castro Valley Library, 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley 

Link: Click here for more information.

Berkeley Public Library provides free summer lunches and activities for youth. 

Children and teens ages 18 and under can receive a free lunch and take part in activities such as cooking classes, arts and crafts, games, and hands-on projects. Meals are provided in partnership with the Berkeley Unified School District. 

Date: Tuesday – Thursday  

Time: 12PM – 1:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Central Library - Central Children's Story Room, 2090 Kittredge St., Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Dublin Wave is inviting families to a water play program for toddlers and preschoolers. 

Little ones ages 0-5 can splash, explore spray features, and spend time in the Splash Zone before the waterpark opens for the day. Adults must actively supervise children throughout their visit. 

Date: Every Tuesday & Thursday 

Time: 9AM - 11AM 

Cost: Residents: $3 per child. Non-residents: $4 per child. Parents and guardians are free. 

Location: The Dublin Wave, 4201 Central Pkwy., Dublin 

Link: Click here for more information.

The San Lorenzo Library is providing free summer lunches for youth.

Children and teens under age 18 can pick up a healthy meal to eat while supplies last. Lunches are distributed on the front patio in partnership with the San Lorenzo Unified School District. 

Date: Monday – Thursday  

Time: 12PM - 1PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: San Lorenzo Library, 395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The Newark Library is providing free summer lunches for youth. 

Free lunches are available for children and teens ages 1 to 18 through a partnership with the Newark Unified School District. Meals are distributed inside the library lobby while supplies last, and children and teens must be present to receive lunch. 

Date: Monday – Thursday  

Time: 12:30PM - 1:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Newark Library, 37055 Newark Blvd., Newark 

Link: Click here for more information. 

BANANAS is hosting a parenting series on managing power struggles. 

Parents and caregivers can learn why children push back, how to set clear limits, and ways to encourage cooperation using brain-based strategies.  

Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026 

Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Online (Zoom) 

Link: Click here to register. 

Starting Out Strong is hosting a support group for Spanish-speaking mothers. 

Participants can share experiences and receive support while navigating perinatal depression and anxiety. The six-week group is led by therapist Yesenia Chávez, MSW, LCSW, and registration is required. 

Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026 

Time: 11:30AM - 1:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 1100 San Leandro Blvd., San Leandro 

Link: Click here to register. 

Oakland Public Library is hosting a family magic show. 

Mike Della Penna will perform magic tricks with humor and audience participation. 

Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026 

Time: 2PM - 2:45PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: West Oakland Branch Library, 1801 Adeline St., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Celebrate community, culture, and creativity every Friday night in Oakland.

Families and community members are invited to enjoy this beloved weekly event at the Oakland Museum of California, featuring live music, dance, hands-on activities, and food trucks curated by Off the Grid. With late-night access to museum galleries, lawn games, and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s the perfect way to kick off the weekend with fun for all ages.

Date: Every Friday

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free. Gallery access available with ticket purchase.

Location: Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak St., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The City of Alameda is inviting families to participate in free summer recreation activities for children and caregivers. 

Children can take part in games, creative play, and recreation activities during the afternoon drop-in program at local open spaces. The program is designed for a wide range of ages and gives families flexible opportunities to enjoy outdoor play and community activities throughout the summer. Registration is required. 

Date: Monday - Friday 

Time: 12:30PM - 4:30PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Jean Sweeney Open Space, 280 Constitution Way, Alameda and Lincoln Park Open Space, High St. & Fernside Blvd., Alameda 

Link: Click here to register. 

Pleasanton Downtown Association is hosting a summer concert series.

Listen to live music from local and regional bands during this weekly outdoor concert series. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an evening of music in the park. 

Date: Every Friday

Time: 7PM - 8:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Lions Wayside Park, 320 First St., Pleasanton 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The City of Newark is inviting families to an outdoor summer concert. 

Listen to live music featuring salsa, cumbia, old school, funk, R&B, and tribute bands throughout the summer. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an evening of live entertainment.

Date: Every 2nd & 4th Friday

Time: 5PM - 7:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Shirley Sisk Grove, 2086 NewPark Mall Rd., Newark 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Step aboard Kiddo's Chu Chu Train with Fremont Hub. 

Little ones can climb aboard Kiddo's Chu Chu Train for a ride through the shopping center. The train departs from the pick-up area across from Five Below. 

Date: Every Friday 

Time: 12:30PM - 2:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Fremont Hub, Argonaut Way & Mowry Ave., Fremont  

Link: Click here for more information. 

Oaktown Jazz Workshops will host a lunchtime performance at Oakland Public Library. 

Young musicians from the Oaktown Jazz Workshops Performance Ensemble will play a selection of jazz classics during this free concert.  

Date: Every Friday 

Time: 1PM - 2PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Main Library – First Floor Lobby, 125 14th St., Oakland 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is inviting families to step up to the plate for a morning of baseball-themed activities and games. 

Participants can practice their swing, take part in friendly challenges, and enjoy active play with the recreation team. Children must be supervised by an adult throughout the event. 

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026 

Time: 10AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Max Baer Park #2, 1310 Murdell Ln., Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The City of Berkeley is hosting an outdoor movie night. 

Pack a blanket or low-back chair and watch GOAT under the stars on a large inflatable screen. Guests are welcome to bring a flashlight for the walk home, and leashed dogs may attend. Registration is required. 

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026 

Time: 8:40PM - 11PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Cedar Rose Park, 1300 Rose St., Berkeley 

Link: Click here to register. 

Alameda Recreation and Park Department is hosting an outdoor movie night. 

Games and crafts for children begin before the screening of Back to the Future. Snacks and food will be available for purchase, with proceeds supporting the Teen Program. 

Date: Friday, July 24, 2026 

Time: 6:30PM - 10PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Alameda Point Multi-Purpose Field, 1101 West Redline Ave., Alameda 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Join Old Oakland for a family-friendly block party. 

Visitors can listen to live music, shop from local vendors, play games, and sample food from neighborhood businesses. The event takes place along 9th Street and features art, community activities, and outdoor entertainment. 

Dates: Friday, July 24, 2026 

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: 9th Street between Broadway & Washington St., Oakland