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Thursday, May 14 -- Sunday, May 17
Kid-Friendly Things to Do In San Francisco this Weekend
Contra Costa County Fair
Antioch
Thursday, May 14-Sunday, May 17
The Contra Costa County Fair brings carnival games, live music, animals, and so much more for four days in May. Kids can enjoy balloon twisting, furry characters, a speed raceway, and even a flying dog show. There is also delicious fair food like corndogs and cotton candy. Website
Hometown Days in San Carlos
San Carlos—FREE
Friday, May 15-Sunday, May 17
Hometown Days is a true celebration of San Carlos. Enjoy live entertainment, extended hours of fun, games, rides, live music, and weekend-long activities and entertainment in Burton Park. Website
Penguins and Pajamas Sleepover at Cal Academy
San Francisco
Friday, May 15
A fun experience for young explorers, this family-friendly overnight stay lets kids and adults sleep at Cal Academy and find out what 40,000 live animals get to do after hours. Enjoy special programs, late-night planetarium shows, and rainforest access until 8pm complete the evening. Website
Oakland Greek Festival
Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Ascension
Friday, May 15-Sunday, May 17
Immerse yourself in a three-day celebration of Greek culture, featuring authentic cuisine, lively music, traditional dancing, and other performances. Website
Dragons Love Tacos at Peninsula Youth Theater
Mountain View
Friday, May 15-Saturday, May 16
Dragons LOVE tacos, so if you want to lure a bunch of dragons to your party, you should definitely serve tacos. Unfortunately, where there are tacos, there is also salsa. And if a dragon accidentally eats spicy salsa, you’re in red-hot trouble. Join PYT’s young actors for this adaptation written by Ernie Nolan of the children’s book by Adam Rubin. Website
SF Jazz Family Matinee
San Francisco
Saturday, May 16
Introducing little ones to the music of jazz at an early age, the SF Jazz hosts matinees aimed at families with small kids. Enjoy shorter performances, activities, and fun for everyone. Website
de Youngsters Day Out
de Young Museum, San Francisco
Saturday, May 16
The popular de Young Museum hosts its annual de Youngsters Day Out, a day filled with art programs, in-gallery activations, and musical celebrations for Bay Area families. Website
National Kids to Parks Day
Alameda—FREE
Saturday, May 16
Enjoy activities from the Alameda Recreation and Park Department and Alameda Free Library designed to get kids outdoors and active, including crafts, games, class demonstrations, sports, STEM, zumba, yoga, skateboarding and music. Website
Reading Celebration at Thrive City
San Francisco—FREE
Saturday, May 16
The Golden State Warriors and Golden State Valkyries are bringing a reading celebration to Thrive City at Chase Center as part of the Read to Achieve Program presented by Ross Stores. Check out special appearances, music, reading, games, giveaways, and more. Website
Himalayan Fair in Berkeley
Berkeley—FREE
Saturday, May 16-Sunday, May 17
The 42nd annual Himalayan Fair in Berkeley’s Live Oak Park brings delicious food, unique handcrafted items, music and dancing, and more to this family-friendly event. Website
$5 Day at the Lawrence Hall of Science
Berkeley
Sunday, May 17
Celebrate people and science in the community, including the opening of the brand-new lobby. Discover the work of community science champions, explore Ohlone science and culture, and engage with activities from programs and projects across The Lawrence. Website