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. 

Healthy Black Families, Inc. is hosting a monthly motherhood circle.

Connect with other mothers, caregivers, and community supporters while gaining practical resources on early childhood development and kindergarten readiness. Dinner and free childcare are provided, along with two guest presentations.

Date: Monday, August 17, 2026

Time: 5PM

Cost: Free

Location: Healthy Black Families, Inc., 2927 Adeline St., Berkeley

Link: Click here to register.

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.

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. 

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 Hayward Chamber of Commerce is inviting families to attend a summer street party. 

The event features live music, food vendors, local shopping, and a lively outdoor atmosphere in the city center. It is open to all ages and offers an evening community gathering with entertainment and activities throughout the streets.  

Date: Every 3rd Thursday

Time: 5PM - 9PM 

Cost: Free 

Location: Downtown Hayward, B St. & Main St., Hayward 

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.

BANANAS is hosting a workshop on early communication and sign language.

Learn and review sign language from the summer series, including food vocabulary, action words, animals, location words, and colors. The session builds on everyday routines to support toddler communication.

Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026

Time: 10AM - 12PM

Cost: Free

Location: Online (Zoom)

Link: Click here to register.

Hively is hosting a family-friendly storytime and tea party.

Enjoy a special storytime, explore books, and meet Honey for a playful tea party-inspired event. Families are encouraged to wear their favorite fancy hats.

Date: Thursday, August 20, 2026

Time: 10AM - 12PM

Cost: Free

Location: Creekside Community Park, 5601 W Las Positas Blvd., Pleasanton

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. 

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. 

Join the Piedmont Recreation Department for an outdoor movie.

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and watch the movie “Flow” under the evening sky.

Date: Friday, August 21, 2026

Time: 8PM

Cost: Free

Location: Piedmont Park, 711 Highland Ave., Piedmont

Link: Click here for more information.

Union City is hosting an outdoor movie night.

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and watch Zootopia 2 under the evening sky.

Date: Friday, August 21, 2026

Time: 6:30PM - 10PM

Cost: Free

Location: Kennedy Community Park, 1333 Decoto Rd., Union City

Link: Click here for more information.

The City of Berkeley is hosting an outdoor movie in the park.

Watch The SpongeBob Movie: The Search for SquarePants on a large screen and bring blankets or low-back chairs for seating. Dogs are welcome on a leash.

Date: Friday, August 21, 2026

Time: 8PM - 10PM

Cost: Free

Location: Codornices Park, 1201 Euclid Ave., Berkeley

Link: Click here to register.