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10 Things to Do with Bay Area Kids in July 2026
Things to do with Bay Area kids in July: fireworks guides, movies on the beach, $2 dive-in movies, free circus, and more. Let's GO.
Jul 1, 2026
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10 Things to Do with Bay Area Kids in June 2026
Looking for 10 things to do with Bay Area kids in June? Free zoo admission, Filoli, SF MOMA Family Day, Gabby's Dollhouse, FIFA watch parties, and more. Let's G
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10 Things to Do with Bay Area Kids in May 2026
Looking for things to do with Bay Area kids in May 2026? Splash pads, free park days, u-pick farms, museums & more. Your family weekend guide is here.
May 1, 2026
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Brick Blast: LEGO® Fan Convention is coming to the Bay Area and it's going to be epic!
A LEGO fan convention is coming to the Bay Area in 2026 and it's built for families! Brick Blast hits Santa Clara on August 22. Get ticket access now!
Apr 2, 2026
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10 Things to Do with Bay Area Kids in April 2026
From cherry blossoms to train rides, here are 10 things to do with Bay Area kids in April — plus free events, Easter picks, and weekend getaway ideas.
Apr 1, 2026
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SF Bay Area Earth Day 2026 Events
Earth Day 2026 events across the Bay Area — Free festivals, cleanups & family fun all April.
Apr 1, 2026
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7 Free Things to Do in Golden Gate Park with kids: Family-Friendly SF Adventures
Discover 7 free, family-friendly things to do in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco. Perfect stops for kids, picnics, playgrounds, gardens, and hidden gems!
Mar 16, 2026
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10+ Easy Weekend Getaways from the Bay Area with kids
Need a quick family escape? Here are 10+ easy weekend getaways from the Bay Area with kids, from beach towns to redwood retreats.
Mar 5, 2026
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10 Things to Do with Bay Area Kids this March (2026)
Things to do with kids in the Bay Area in March! Top 10 family events + activities: SF parade, Holi, Giants FanFest, Gilroy Gardens & more.
Mar 1, 2026
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A Laid-Back, Family-Friendly Weekend in Santa Cruz With Kids
Santa Cruz with kids made easy! A laid-back weekend itinerary including Leo’s Haven playground, Boardwalk, Wharf sea lions + sunset, Mystery Spot, Henry Cowell Redwoods, Natural Bridges tide pools, and the Monarch Trail.
Feb 25, 2026
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10 Things to Do with Bay Area Kids this February (2026)
February in the San Francisco Bay Area is packed with fun ways to make memories with your kids... think sweet Valentine’s events, lively Lunar New Year celebrations, meaningful Black History Month programs, and extra excitement with the Super Bowl in town. Here are our top picks for things to do with Bay Area kids this February.
Jan 31, 2026
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Family-Friendly Big Game Events in the San Francisco Bay Area (2026):
If you’re a parent looking for family-friendly Super Bowl events in the San Francisco Bay Area, here are some ways to join the fun.. This guide rounds up family-friendly fan fests, free public events, interactive football experiences, and community watch parties across the San Francisco Bay Area...
Jan 31, 2026
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Where to play in the snow near the Bay Area
You'll find some top notch family friendly snow play areas near the Bay Area- I'm talking within 3 hours of San Francisco. These destinations are perfect for building snowmen, sledding, and just enjoying family fun
Jan 2, 2026
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10 Things to Do with Bay Area Kids this January (2026)
January in the San Francisco Bay Area is full of family-friendly fun. This guide shares 10 kid-approved January activities across the Bay Area—light displays, hands-on museums, whale watching, tide pooling during negative low tides, and easy snow day trips—perfect for weekends and rainy days.
Jan 1, 2026
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Where to Celebrate New Year's Eve with Kids in the Bay Area
Here are some kid-friendly New Year's Eve celebrations in the SF Bay Area that the whole family can enjoy.
Dec 19, 2025
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Best Holiday Lights in the Bay Area (2025) + Interactive Map
Find the best Bay Area holiday/Christmas lights with our interactive map: free neighborhood displays, routes, and tips.
Dec 3, 2025
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10 Things to Do with Bay Area Kids this December (2025)
Top things to do with Bay Area kids in December 2025: free holiday lights, Let’s Glow SF, ice skating, museum exhibits, Caltrain Holiday Train & more.
Dec 2, 2025
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Free Holiday Activities for Bay Area Families (2025 Guide)
Find free Bay Area holiday activities & events for families... tree lightings, neighborhood lights, library crafts, markets, parades, ice skating & more.
Nov 24, 2025
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10 Things to do with Bay Area Kids this November (2025)
10 kid-friendly things to do in the Bay Area this November 2025- ice rinks, glow walks, trains, circus, and more. Dates, tips, and family-ready picks.
Nov 2, 2025
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Bay Area Holiday Ice Rinks 2025: Where to Ice Skate This Winter
Find 2025 Bay Area holiday ice rinks—SF, East Bay, Peninsula, South Bay. See dates, hours, pricing, and tips for skating with kids.
Nov 2, 2025
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Bay Area Holiday Trains 2025
Tis the season for Bay Area Holiday Train tickets! Many are already on sale and sell out quickly.
Nov 1, 2025
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10 Things to do with Bay Area Kids this October (2025)
Find the best October activities for kids in the San Francisco Bay Area—pumpkin patches, Fleet Week, Disney On Ice, Halloween trains, Filoli Nightfall, and more, with dates and tips.
Sep 29, 2025
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Family-Friendly Halloween Train Rides near San Francisco & the Bay Area
Celebrate fall with a family-friendly Halloween ride on one of the Bay Area’s festive trains. Perfect for kids and families looking for spooky fun without the scares!
Sep 2, 2025
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September Bay Area Family Fun
September in the Bay Area is packed with kid-friendly fun! Here’s your guide to the best family-friendly events happening this September, with dates you’ll want to save to your calendar.
Sep 2, 2025
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