Family-Friendly NBA All Star Events: Creating Unforgettable Memories for Kids

Get ready, Bay Area! The NBA All-Star Game is landing here from February 14-16, 2025, and it’s not just about the big game. There’s a ton of fun for kids and families, with events at the Chase Center, Oakland Arena, and Moscone Center. 🎉

One of the best parts of hosting major events like this? Awesome community activities for kids and families that are low-cost or even FREE! We’ve got all the info you need, so you don’t miss out. 🌟 #NBAAllStar #FamilyFun #BayAreaEvents

Free Workshops and Skills Clinic for Kids

  • 2025 NBA All-Star: Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Skills Challenge- FBRR
    Sunday, February 16, 2025 | Moscone Center | Kids 6-13
    Kids can participate in a Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA Skills Challenge competition where they will be tested in five fundamental skills of basketball: shooting, lay-ups, dribbling, passing, and defense. (more)
  • 2025 NBA All-Star: Jr. WNBA Clinic- FBRR
    Saturday, February 15, 2025 | Moscone Center South | Girls ages 7 and up
    Girls are invited to join WNBA players for a youth basketball clinic and for discussions about following your dreams, overcoming challenges, and the importance of mental wellness. All participants will receive a free Jr. WNBA t-shirt and headband. (more)
  • 2025 NBA All-Star: Jr. NBA/Jr. WNBA STEM Clinic – FBRR
    Sunday, February 16, 2025 | Moscone Center | Kids ages 6-14
    The event will introduce young athletes to STEM within the context of sports! Athletes will understand how science impacts their basketball performance and will learn fun and interesting techniques to help them improve their skills both on the court and in the classroom. (more)
  • The Playbook: From Passion to Profession – FBRR
    Sunday, February 16, 2025 | Moscone Center | Girls and women ages 14 and up.
    Participants will discover tactical and social emotional skills to bolster their coaching philosophy as well as connect with inspiring professionals who work within the sports ecosystem. Hosted by the Jr. WNBA, Golden State Valkyries, Women’s Coaching Alliance, and Girls Leadership. (more)

    FBRR = Free but Advanced Registration is required.

Paid Events

  • 2025 NBA HBCU Classic – $12-$25
    Saturday, February 15, 2025 | Oakland Arena | All Ages
    Morehouse College and Tuskegee University tip off at Oakland Arena (more)
  • NBA Crossover – $25-$50
    Feb 14 – 16, 2025 | Moscone Center | All Ages
    3 day fan fest for basketball lovers. (more)
  • NBA G League Next Up Game – Part of NBA Crossover
    Sunday, February 16, 2025 | Moscone Center | All Ages
    G League All Star Game (more)
  • G League Slam Dunk – Part of NBA Crossover
    Saturday, February 15, 2025 | Moscone Center | All Ages
    G League Slam Dunk Contest (more)
  • 2025 NBA All Star Practice – $60
    Sunday, February 16, 2025 | Oakland Arena | All Ages
    Low key event to watch the players. Think drill and shoot arounds. (more)

CelebrateFamily.us Note: All Ages vs Age Appropriate
All Ages does not mean that all ages will have fun at the event. Events such as the Crossover are usually loud and busy so know your kids.

If you are more visual, here is our listing of events. Grab a screen shot!

More on Sports in the Bay Area

Discover incredible sports action in the Bay Area without breaking the bank! 🏆 From US Figure Skating Championships to NCAA tournaments and championships, families can experience top-tier events and catch rising stars. Plus, enjoy exciting “minor league” and club games for the whole family at affordable rates. 🎟️

Head over to the CelebrateFamily.us Sports section for all the details on dates, events, and ticket deals perfect for families and kids in the Bay Area! #BayAreaSports #FamilyFun #CelebrateFamily

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Kids Bowl Free

Where are the bowling alleys that offer Kids Bowl Free programs in the San Francisco Bay area?  Here’s our list. 

Have we missed a bowling alley or center, let us know!

Bowling Center City Details
Delta Bowl Antioch

🗓️ 5/31 - 8/31
⌚ Mon-Sun, hours vary
🧒 2-15

Castro Village Bowl Castro Valley

🗓️ 5/28 - 9/2
⌚ Mon-Sun, 12 pm-5 pm
🧒 2-15

Clayton Valley Bowl Concord

🗓️ 6/1/ - 9/3
⌚ Mon-Sun, 10 am-5pm
🧒 2-15

Classic Bowling Ctr Daly City
🗓️ 5/1-8/30
⌚ Mon-Fri,9:30 am-4 pm
🧒 2-15
 
Danville Bowl Danville

🗓️ 6/1/ - 10/1
⌚ Mon-Sun, 12 pm-5 pm
🧒 2-18

Earl Anthony's Dublin Bowl Dublin

🗓️ 5/30 - 8/11
⌚ Mon-Sun, opening-3 pm
🧒 2-17

Granada Bowl Livermore 🗓️ 5/30 - 8/30
⌚ Mon-Fri, 12 pm-4:30 pm
🧒 2-15
Napa Bowl Napa

 

🗓️ 6/2-9/2.
⌚ Mon-Sun, hours vary
🧒 2-15

Paddock Bowl Pacheco

🗓️ 6/1-8/31
⌚ Mon-Fri, 10 am-4 pm
🧒 2-14

West Valley Bowl Tracy

🗓️ 5/13 - 8/31
⌚ Mon-Sun, hours vary
🧒 2-15

Updated June 2024

Bowl free all year long with the coupon from GoBowling.com. See our post: Free Bowling Coupon for details and links.

2024 SF 49ers Training Camp Dates

San Francisco 49ers have set dates and times for 2024 Training Camp (Open Practice) at the SAP Performance Facility next to Levi’s Stadium. Ten dates are scheduled between July 25, 2024 and August 7, 2024.

>>>Get Tickets to 49ers Training Camps/Open Practices

Tickets are tickets are $10 for season ticket holders and $20 for the general public. Children under two (2) years of age do not need a ticket.

Season ticket holders can purchase tickets beginning Monday, July 15 at 9 am in an exclusive pre-sale. The general public can purchase tickets starting on Thursday, July 18 at 12 pm.

Open practice times are approximately 10:15 am – 12:15 pm, but are subject to change.

Free parking will be available in Red Lot 1 with shuttle buses taking fans directly to the SAP Performance Facility.

There will be no sale of concessions, but water stations will be available.

2024 49ers Training Camp Dates:

Thursday, July 25Friday, August 2
Friday, July 26Saturday, August 3
Monday, July 29Sunday, August 4
Tuesday, July 30Tuesday, August 6
Wednesday, July 31Wednesday, August 7 (87 Day)
Updated 7/11/2024

Source: San Francisco 49ers.

Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

Celebrate the Parks! Each year there are free admission days for our national parks.

Whether your interest lies in Hispanic history in the United States, watching a historical reenactment, or trekking off into the wilderness, there is something for everyone in our treasured public lands.

Here’s a tip – many of our 400+ national parks NEVER charge an entrance fee. So start Planning Your Visit! Click here to find a park. 

Did you know that fourth graders and their families get free admission to federal public lands courtesy of the US Dept. of the Interior?  Check out Every Kid in a Park on Silicon Valley Mom.

Mark your calendar for these entrance fee–free dates in 2025:

  • January 9: National Day of Mourning for President James Earl Carter Jr.
  • January 20: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • April 19: First day of National Park Week
  • June 19: Juneteenth National Independence Day
  • August 4: Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
  • September 27: National Public Lands Day
  • November 11: Veterans Day

*Fee waiver includes: entrance fees, commercial tour fees, and transportation entrance fees. Other fees such as reservation, camping, tours, concession, and fees collected by third parties are not included unless stated otherwise.

Double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed.

Image credit/image courtesy of US National Park Service