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. 

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. 

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. 

Livermore Cultural Arts Council is hosting a summer concert. 

Bring blankets or lawn chairs for an evening of live music at the Bankhead Plaza. Guests may bring a picnic or purchase food from nearby restaurants. 

Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 

Time: 6:45PM - 8:15PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Bankhead Plaza, 2400 First St., Livermore 

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 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. 

Alameda Free Library is inviting readers to a picnic storytime. 

Bring a snack and a blanket and arrive early for playtime before storytime begins. Children can listen to stories under the trees while eating, and stuffed animal friends are welcome. 

Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 

Time: 10:30AM - 11AM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Krusi Park, 3001 Otis Dr., Alameda 

Link: Click here for more information. 

Watch bats fly at sunset with East Bay Regional Park District. 

Learn about the role bats play in the environment and watch them emerge from their roost at dusk. Adult participation is required, and families are encouraged to bring a camp chair or blanket along with water and layers for cooler evening temperatures. 

Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026 

Time: 7:30PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free  

Location: Sunol Regional Wilderness - Sunol Visitor Center, Geary Rd., Sunol 

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. 

Oakland Public Library is inviting the community to celebrate summer with music, dancing, games, and family-friendly mocktails. 

The community is invited to enjoy a lively evening with hands-on mocktail making, and games. Guests are invited to dance, connect, and kick off the summer series with activities for all ages. 

Date: Every 3rd & 5th Thursday 

Time: 5:30PM - 7:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Main Library, 125 14th St., Oakland 

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. This workshop is the final session in a three-part series. 

Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026 

Time: 6:30PM - 8:30PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Online (Zoom) 

Link: Click here to register. 

Livermore Public Library is hosting a jazz concert. 

The CoolTones Big Band will close the Jazz in July series with live music, games, and crafts. Guests may bring a picnic, and food will be available for purchase from Fratelli's Pizzeria. 

Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026 

Time: 5PM - 6PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Retzlaff Vineyards, 1356 S. Livermore Ave., Livermore 

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. 

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. 

Livermore Area Recreation and Park District is inviting families to build, create, and play during a hands-on morning of activities. 

Little ones can explore creative building challenges with LEGO bricks while enjoying outdoor recreation and games. The program is open to all ages, and children must be supervised by an adult throughout the event. 

Date: Friday, July 31, 2026 

Time: 10AM - 12PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: May Nissen Park - Picnic Site #2, 685 Rincon Ave., Livermore 

Link: Click here for more information. 

The City of San Leandro is hosting a poolside movie night. 

Swim before the screening of Lilo & Stitch and bring a swimsuit, floatie, towel, and picnic. Food will be available for purchase, and all family recreation swim rules apply.  

Date: Friday, July 31, 2026 

Time: 7PM - 10PM 

Cost: $8 advance registration; $10 at the door; children under 1 are free 

Location: Farrelly Pool, 864 Dutton Ave., San Leandro 

Link: Click here for more information.

Grab a free book and blow bubbles with Berkeley Public Library. 

Families can watch Bubble Sam create giant bubbles and use bubble wands and bubble solution to make their own. One free book per child will be available while supplies last, and guests are encouraged to bring a blanket for the show. 

Date: Friday, July 31, 2026 

Time: 3PM - 4PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Strawberry Creek Park, 1260 Allston Way, Berkeley 

Link: Click here for more information.