#family-event

#family-event

This wildly popular, family-friendly experience features hundreds of ALL new, larger-than-life animal lanterns throughout the Zoo. Each lantern tells the story of the ongoing journey of wildlife, the importance of every species on our planet, and Oakland Zoo's commitment to conservation. This year's experience includes new themes - explore the future of Oakland, learn about coexisting with wildlife, swim through the reef to see colorful underwater creatures, go on a safari through the savanna to spot iconic African animals,

On Saturday, October 25, Wollman Rink is calling on 600 skaters to lace up and help break the standing record of 523 participants set in 2014. The 30-minute lesson will be led by the rink's Skate School instructors and welcomes skaters of various ages and skill levels. If you've ever dreamed of being part of a world record (or just witnessing one), this is your chance to join in the fun and celebrate 75 years of skating in Central Park.

Come celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day with us! Join the fun on Saturday, October 11 from 12pm through 3pm, at our Fall Family Day open house event.

Come for the show, stay for a day of play! Spend your Saturday at Children's Fairyland. Chef Osvaldo Sanchez of Agave Uptown is bringing a secret recipe to Oakland's Magic Kitchen and hosting our season finale with Fairyland's funny furry friend, Quercus! Together they will walk grownups and kiddos alike through the tips and tricks that keep his kitchen lit!

Are we alone in the universe? Or could there be other forms of life out there, waiting far away in the vast expanse of space? Hear from researchers, astrobiologists and astronomers on the possibility of extraterrestrial life and distant exoplanets that could sustain it. Show off your best out-of-this-world attire by wearing your best alien-themed costume, engage in hands-on alien crafts then take a trip across the universe in our Planetarium - who knows what could be lurking among the stars?

Join us at Presidio Tunnel Tops for a family-friendly celebration of Latin culture, dance, music, and community, all with breathtaking views of the Golden Gate Bridge.

The popular Muni Heritage Weekend will take place on September 20-21, 2025, featuring rides on vintage streetcars and buses at the San Francisco Railway Museum.

The LEGO Group and Formula 1 are joining forces to create an exciting family event at Battersea Power Station, celebrating the 2025 British Grand Prix.

Join us for a magical evening filled with performances, food, and a spectacular drone light show at the Mare Island Spirit Ship Celebration this July 4th!

The Ogden Avenue Garden project is hosting a family-friendly Pride Fiesta on June 7 to celebrate community and promote the local garden initiative.

Redwood Symphony celebrates its 40th anniversary with a special performance of classical masterpieces, promising an evening of exquisite music in an outdoor setting.

"Mark Dickens, a Patron of the Museum, said, 'The descendants of Charles Dickens have always been closely involved in the Museum, a truly wonderful refurbishment..."

Not only do we give our time, but we have returned $1.5 million to nonprofits to do good work in our community.