UC Santa Clara County Master Gardener Spring Garden Fair

Martial Cottle Park 5283 Snell Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States

Join us for our Spring Garden Fair, held at our Martial Cottle Park Demonstration Garden in San Jose. Sales benefit the UC Santa Clara County Master Gardener program. What is there to do? Choose from hundreds of seedlings all raised right at Martial Cottle Park. We grow varieties not readily available elsewhere, selected for outstanding … Continue reading "UC Santa Clara County Master Gardener Spring Garden Fair"

Free

Unsung Hero – Sensory Friendly Movie at AMC Bay 16

AMC Bay 16 5614 Bay St, Ste 220, Emeryville, CA, United States

New movies with the sound turned down and audiences invited to get up and dance, walk, or sing! Visit our Sensory Friendly section for more events.

$10 – $16

Unsung Hero – Sensory Friendly Movie at AMC Mercado 20

AMC Mercado 20 3111 Mission College Blvd, Santa Clara, CA, United States

New movies with the sound turned down and audiences invited to get up and dance, walk, or sing! Visit our Sensory Friendly section for more events.

$10 – $16

Independent Bookstore Day

Bay Area Wide CF San Jose, CA, United States

Today we celebrate bookstores!!! Check with your favorite bookstore for their events, special deals, and fun. Visit the Independent Bookstore Day site for information on special activities or reach out directly to your local bookstore. Here is some of the info that we have found. Linden Tree Books Hicklebees Please double-check the event information on … Continue reading "Independent Bookstore Day"

Free

2024 Berkeley Bay Festival | Berkeley Marina

Shorebird Park Nature Center 160 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA, USA

Celebrate Earth Day at the Berkeley Marina. Enjoy live music, food, and activities for all ages. Celebrate the San Francisco Bay at the Berkeley Marina. Connect with the Bay and our local community through live music, performers, food, hands-on educational activities, and free boat rides. This free, family-focused event celebrates the Bay, its local wildlife, and … Continue reading "2024 Berkeley Bay Festival | Berkeley Marina"

Free

SJSU Football Kids Camp

CEFCU Stadium 1257 S. 10th Street, San Jose, CA, United States

The San Jose State Football Kids Camp presented by CEFCU provides kids within the San Jose community and surrounding areas the opportunity to interact and learn basic football skills directly from Spartan Football players, coaches, and staff. Open to all children between the ages of 5-12.  The 1-hour camp will take place on the main … Continue reading "SJSU Football Kids Camp"

Free

Media Literacy for Kids | San Jose Library Online

San Jose Public Library Online 150 East San Fernando Street, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: Media Literacy for Kids at San Jose Library Online Get savvy about what information to trust and what to watch out for. Is this news story telling the truth? Can you really trust that website? In this 7-part online class, our volunteer will talk about different information types, how to tell what sorts of … Continue reading "Media Literacy for Kids | San Jose Library Online"

Free

San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark

Excite Ballpark 588 East Alma Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: San Jose Giants vs Lake Elsinore Storm at Excite BallparkTicket prices range from $7-$30 per seat. CelebrateFamily Best Bet: One of my family's favorite things to do/places to go in the Bay area. See the stars of yesterday and today for $5 or free! San Jose Giants have discount ticket promotions on almost every … Continue reading "San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark"

$7 – $30

San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark

Excite Ballpark 588 East Alma Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: San Jose Giants vs Lake Elsinore Storm at Excite BallparkTicket prices range from $7-$30 per seat. CelebrateFamily Best Bet: One of my family's favorite things to do/places to go in the Bay area. See the stars of yesterday and today for $5 or free! San Jose Giants have discount ticket promotions on almost every … Continue reading "San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark"

$7 – $30

Bedtime Storytime | Cupertino Lib

Cupertino Library 10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA, USA

Join us for evening Family Storytime in our program room! This storytime series is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and children will listen together, learn together, and sing together. Storytime is limited to the first 100 families, … Continue reading "Bedtime Storytime | Cupertino Lib"

Free

San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark

Excite Ballpark 588 East Alma Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: San Jose Giants vs Lake Elsinore Storm at Excite BallparkTicket prices range from $7-$30 per seat. CelebrateFamily Best Bet: One of my family's favorite things to do/places to go in the Bay area. See the stars of yesterday and today for $5 or free! San Jose Giants have discount ticket promotions on almost every … Continue reading "San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark"

$7 – $30

The Town FC vs. Houston Dynamo 2

Saint Mary's College of California 1928 Saint Mary's Road, Moraga, CA, United States

Today: The Town FC vs. Houston Dynamo 2 at St. Mary's College. Come out to St. Mary's College for some exciting soccer action! 🎉⚽️🌎 #Soccer #TheTownFC Don't forget to catch The Town FC in action at PayPal Park. Click here to purchase Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are … Continue reading "The Town FC vs. Houston Dynamo 2"

$25

San Jose Giants Fireworks Game | Excite Ballpark

Excite Ballpark 588 East Alma Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: San Jose Giants Fireworks Game at Excite BallparkTicket prices range from $7-$30 per seat. Tonight, enjoy free fireworks after the game. Game dates and times for fireworks games are subject to change. CelebrateFamily Best Bet: One of my family's favorite things to do/places to go in the Bay area. See the stars of yesterday … Continue reading "San Jose Giants Fireworks Game | Excite Ballpark"

$7 – $30

San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark

Excite Ballpark 588 East Alma Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: San Jose Giants vs Lake Elsinore Storm at Excite BallparkTicket prices range from $7-$30 per seat. CelebrateFamily Best Bet: One of my family's favorite things to do/places to go in the Bay area. See the stars of yesterday and today for $5 or free! San Jose Giants have discount ticket promotions on almost every … Continue reading "San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark"

$7 – $30

2024 Free Comic Book Day

Bay Area Wide CF San Jose, CA, United States

One of my favorite days of the year. Comic bookstores throughout the country will be giving away free comics, posters, and other swag. There will be special comics issued just for this day. Comics will be available for all age groups. Free Comic Book Day (FCBD), one of the comic book industry’s most beloved and … Continue reading "2024 Free Comic Book Day"

Free

Japantown Kodomo No Hi: Children’s Day Festival

JCCCNC Center 1840 Sutter St., San Francisco, California, United States

Get the kids together and come out to our annual Children’s Day Festival. Bring out the kids and friends to enjoy our annual festival offering many fun games and prizes, craft activities, face painting, bounce houses, and cultural and live stage performances for the community to enjoy. Admission is free and open to the public, … Continue reading "Japantown Kodomo No Hi: Children’s Day Festival"

Free

Media Literacy for Kids | San Jose Library Online

San Jose Public Library Online 150 East San Fernando Street, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: Media Literacy for Kids at San Jose Library Online Get savvy about what information to trust and what to watch out for. Is this news story telling the truth? Can you really trust that website? In this 7-part online class, our volunteer will talk about different information types, how to tell what sorts of … Continue reading "Media Literacy for Kids | San Jose Library Online"

Free

Earthquakes vs Los Angeles Football Club | Levi Stadium

Stanford Football Stadium 625 Nelson Road, Stanford, CA, USA

Today: San Jose Earthquakes vs Los Angeles Football Club at Levi Stadium Come out to PayPal Park for some exciting Quakes action! 🎉⚽️🌎 #Soccer #SanJoseEarthquakes #Quakes Don't forget to catch the Quakes in action at Levi's Stadium and Stanford Stadium! $28 - $75 gets you in the stadium. Don't forget to get prepaid parking: $27-$55! … Continue reading "Earthquakes vs Los Angeles Football Club | Levi Stadium"

$28 – $185

San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark

Excite Ballpark 588 East Alma Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: San Jose Giants vs Lake Elsinore Storm at Excite BallparkTicket prices range from $7-$30 per seat. CelebrateFamily Best Bet: One of my family's favorite things to do/places to go in the Bay area. See the stars of yesterday and today for $5 or free! San Jose Giants have discount ticket promotions on almost every … Continue reading "San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark"

$7 – $30

San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark

Excite Ballpark 588 East Alma Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: San Jose Giants vs Lake Elsinore Storm at Excite BallparkTicket prices range from $7-$30 per seat. CelebrateFamily Best Bet: One of my family's favorite things to do/places to go in the Bay area. See the stars of yesterday and today for $5 or free! San Jose Giants have discount ticket promotions on almost every … Continue reading "San Jose Giants vs. Lake Elsinore Storm | Excite Ballpark"

$7 – $30

Bedtime Storytime | Cupertino Lib

Cupertino Library 10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA, USA

Join us for evening Family Storytime in our program room! This storytime series is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and children will listen together, learn together, and sing together. Storytime is limited to the first 100 families, … Continue reading "Bedtime Storytime | Cupertino Lib"

Free

Family Nature Adventures | Chabot Space Museum

Chabot Space & Science Center 10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA, USA

Join us for Family Nature Adventures! Every month will feature a different theme where we will dive into different topics like insects, forest animals, and trees. Each exploration includes a hands-on workshop with access to scientific tools and instruments, a simple snack, and a brief nature walk through the forest. Families with children: $25 Adults, … Continue reading "Family Nature Adventures | Chabot Space Museum"

$15 – $25

App Development with MIT App Inventor | San Jose Lib Online

San Jose Public Library Online 150 East San Fernando Street, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: App Development with MIT App Inventor at San Jose Library Online Hosted via Zoom by Educational Park Branch: Recommended Age: 10+. Lessons are most appropriate for pre-teens and teens aged 10-13. These lessons might be somewhat challenging for younger students and potentially too easy for those aged 14 and older. Join us for an … Continue reading "App Development with MIT App Inventor | San Jose Lib Online"

Free
Event Series Free Family Days | SFMOMA

Free Family Day | SFMOMA

SF MOMA 151 Third St, San Francisco, CA, United States

Enjoy a day of art and family fun at Second Sundays for Families! Join us for Second Sundays for Families, a program at the museum featuring art-making and storytelling around a different theme each month. May 12: Family Free, but ticket reservations are required. Second Sunday happens to fall on Mother's Day this month! Come … Continue reading "Free Family Day | SFMOMA"

Free

The Town FC vs. North Texas SC

Saint Mary's College of California 1928 Saint Mary's Road, Moraga, CA, United States

Today: The Town FC vs. North Texas SC at St. Mary's College. Come out to St. Mary's College for some exciting soccer action! 🎉⚽️🌎 #Soccer #TheTownFC Don't forget to catch The Town FC in action at PayPal Park. Click here to purchase Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are … Continue reading "The Town FC vs. North Texas SC"

$25

Bedtime Storytime | Cupertino Lib

Cupertino Library 10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA, USA

Join us for evening Family Storytime in our program room! This storytime series is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and children will listen together, learn together, and sing together. Storytime is limited to the first 100 families, … Continue reading "Bedtime Storytime | Cupertino Lib"

Free
Event Series My Very First Ballet

New Ballet Cinderella

Hammer Theatre Center 101 Paseo De San Antonio, San Jose, United States

Today: Cinderella performed by the New Ballet As if stepping between the pages of a treasured storybook, New Ballet’s Cinderella vividly charms audiences with the majesty of classical ballet, wrapped in the promise of “happily ever after,” and generously sprinkled with sparkling humor. Complete with a Fairy Godmother, a handsome prince and an unforgettable ball, … Continue reading "New Ballet Cinderella"

$19 – $100

App Development with MIT App Inventor | San Jose Lib Online

San Jose Public Library Online 150 East San Fernando Street, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: App Development with MIT App Inventor at San Jose Library Online Hosted via Zoom by Educational Park Branch: Recommended Age: 10+. Lessons are most appropriate for pre-teens and teens aged 10-13. These lessons might be somewhat challenging for younger students and potentially too easy for those aged 14 and older. Join us for an … Continue reading "App Development with MIT App Inventor | San Jose Lib Online"

Free
Event Series My Very First Ballet

New Ballet Cinderella

Hammer Theatre Center 101 Paseo De San Antonio, San Jose, United States

Today: Cinderella performed by the New Ballet As if stepping between the pages of a treasured storybook, New Ballet’s Cinderella vividly charms audiences with the majesty of classical ballet, wrapped in the promise of “happily ever after,” and generously sprinkled with sparkling humor. Complete with a Fairy Godmother, a handsome prince and an unforgettable ball, … Continue reading "New Ballet Cinderella"

$19 – $100

My Very First Ballet: Cinderella| The New Ballet

Hammer Theatre Center 101 Paseo De San Antonio, San Jose, United States

Today: My Very First Ballet: Cinderella performed by the New Ballet A special shortened performance with reduced ticket prices for our youngest audiences, featuring Cinderella’s ball and her happily ever after. Perfect for families with toddlers and pre-schoolers, My Very First Ballet performances are a perfect experience for young families.Select VIP Tickets in the Orchestra … Continue reading "My Very First Ballet: Cinderella| The New Ballet"

$13 – $36

InsectPalooza – The Art and Magical Science of Arthropods

Minnesota Street Project 1275 Minnesota Street, San Francisco, California, United States

Join us for this free family-friendly event to get up close and hands-on with live animals from SaveNature.Org’s Insect Discovery Lab at InsectPalooza - The Art and Magical Science of Arthropods Meet a variety of arthropods from around the world, like the Australian Walking Stick, the Giant African Millipede, and many more! In addition, local … Continue reading "InsectPalooza – The Art and Magical Science of Arthropods"

Free
Event Series My Very First Ballet

New Ballet Cinderella

Hammer Theatre Center 101 Paseo De San Antonio, San Jose, United States

Today: Cinderella performed by the New Ballet As if stepping between the pages of a treasured storybook, New Ballet’s Cinderella vividly charms audiences with the majesty of classical ballet, wrapped in the promise of “happily ever after,” and generously sprinkled with sparkling humor. Complete with a Fairy Godmother, a handsome prince and an unforgettable ball, … Continue reading "New Ballet Cinderella"

$19 – $100

Super Family Sunday | Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo

Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo 1451 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, United States

Join us for this FREE event at the NEW Junior Museum & Zoo!  Click here to RSVP On Sunday, from 5:30 pm - 7 pm the Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo will be open exclusively to families with children who have disabilities. This is a time to recognize caregivers who work extra hard on … Continue reading "Super Family Sunday | Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo"

Free

Bedtime Storytime | Cupertino Lib

Cupertino Library 10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA, USA

Join us for evening Family Storytime in our program room! This storytime series is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and children will listen together, learn together, and sing together. Storytime is limited to the first 100 families, … Continue reading "Bedtime Storytime | Cupertino Lib"

Free

App Development with MIT App Inventor | San Jose Lib Online

San Jose Public Library Online 150 East San Fernando Street, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: App Development with MIT App Inventor at San Jose Library Online Hosted via Zoom by Educational Park Branch: Recommended Age: 10+. Lessons are most appropriate for pre-teens and teens aged 10-13. These lessons might be somewhat challenging for younger students and potentially too easy for those aged 14 and older. Join us for an … Continue reading "App Development with MIT App Inventor | San Jose Lib Online"

Free

Bedtime Storytime | Cupertino Lib

Cupertino Library 10800 Torre Avenue, Cupertino, CA, USA

Join us for evening Family Storytime in our program room! This storytime series is suitable for all ages and will feature stories, songs, rhymes and dances, all to encourage the development of crucial early literacy skills. Parents and children will listen together, learn together, and sing together. Storytime is limited to the first 100 families, … Continue reading "Bedtime Storytime | Cupertino Lib"

Free

San Jose Giants Fireworks Game | Excite Ballpark

Excite Ballpark 588 East Alma Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: San Jose Giants Fireworks Game at Excite BallparkTicket prices range from $7-$30 per seat. Tonight, enjoy free fireworks after the game. Game dates and times for fireworks games are subject to change. CelebrateFamily Best Bet: One of my family's favorite things to do/places to go in the Bay area. See the stars of yesterday … Continue reading "San Jose Giants Fireworks Game | Excite Ballpark"

$7 – $30

Proud of My Family | Children’s Discovery Museum

Children's Discovery Museum 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA, USA

Today: Proud of My Family at Children's Discovery Museum. Adding a positive voice to the national narrative around inclusion and diversity, Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose hosts its annual Proud of My Family event. Visitors will enjoy activities designed to celebrate all types of families, especially LGBTQ+ parents, relatives, and friends. The museum’s Proud … Continue reading "Proud of My Family | Children’s Discovery Museum"

Free

Proud of My Family | Children’s Discovery Museum

Children's Discovery Museum 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA, USA

Today: Proud of My Family at Children's Discovery Museum. Adding a positive voice to the national narrative around inclusion and diversity, Children’s Discovery Museum of San Jose hosts its annual Proud of My Family event. Visitors will enjoy activities designed to celebrate all types of families, especially LGBTQ+ parents, relatives, and friends. The museum’s Proud … Continue reading "Proud of My Family | Children’s Discovery Museum"

Free

App Development with MIT App Inventor | San Jose Lib Online

San Jose Public Library Online 150 East San Fernando Street, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: App Development with MIT App Inventor at San Jose Library Online Hosted via Zoom by Educational Park Branch: Recommended Age: 10+. Lessons are most appropriate for pre-teens and teens aged 10-13. These lessons might be somewhat challenging for younger students and potentially too easy for those aged 14 and older. Join us for an … Continue reading "App Development with MIT App Inventor | San Jose Lib Online"

Free
Event Series Hairspray San Francisco

Sesame Street Live! Say Hello| San Jose Civic

San Jose Civic 135 San Carlos St., San Jose, CA, United States

Elmo, Abby Cadabby, Cookie Monster, and their friends from Sesame Street are coming to your neighborhood to say hello! In SESAME STREET LIVE! SAY HELLO, you can sing and dance with your favorite furry friends while enjoying fun surprises along the way. So put on your dancing shoes and make your way to where the … Continue reading "Sesame Street Live! Say Hello| San Jose Civic"

$28 – $68

Family Nature Adventures | Chabot Space Museum

Chabot Space & Science Center 10000 Skyline Blvd, Oakland, CA, USA

Join us for Family Nature Adventures! Every month will feature a different theme where we will dive into different topics like insects, forest animals, and trees. Each exploration includes a hands-on workshop with access to scientific tools and instruments, a simple snack, and a brief nature walk through the forest. Families with children: $25 Adults, … Continue reading "Family Nature Adventures | Chabot Space Museum"

$15 – $25
Event Series Free Family Days | SFMOMA

June Free Family Day | SFMOMA

SF MOMA 151 Third St, San Francisco, CA, United States

Enjoy a day of art and family fun at Second Sundays for Families! Join us for Second Sundays for Families, a program at the museum featuring art-making and storytelling around a different theme each month. Sunday, June 9, 2024: Art of Noise Free, but ticket reservations are required.Admission is free for up to four adults … Continue reading "June Free Family Day | SFMOMA"

Free
Event Series The Town FC vs. Tacoma Defiance

The Town FC vs. Tacoma Defiance

PayPal Park 1123 Coleman Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: The Town FC vs. Tacoma Defiance at PayPal Park Come out to PayPal Park for some exciting soccer action! 🎉⚽️🌎 #Soccer #SanJoseTownFC Don't forget to catch The Town FC in action at St. Mary's College. Click here to purchase Please double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or … Continue reading "The Town FC vs. Tacoma Defiance"

$1

San Jose Giants Fireworks Game | Excite Ballpark

Excite Ballpark 588 East Alma Avenue, San Jose, CA, United States

Today: San Jose Giants Fireworks Game at Excite BallparkTicket prices range from $7-$30 per seat. Tonight, enjoy free fireworks after the game. Game dates and times for fireworks games are subject to change. CelebrateFamily Best Bet: One of my family's favorite things to do/places to go in the Bay area. See the stars of yesterday … Continue reading "San Jose Giants Fireworks Game | Excite Ballpark"

$7 – $30

Juneteenth Community Celebration | Children’s Discovery Museum

Children's Discovery Museum 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA, USA

Today: Juneteenth Community Celebration at Children's Discovery Museum. Let’s celebrate African-American culture together with our partner, Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF). Watch a variety of short animated films, find your rhythm during a drumming workshop, and catch the beat by making your very own drum to practice at home. Discover the vast richness of … Continue reading "Juneteenth Community Celebration | Children’s Discovery Museum"

Free

Juneteenth Community Celebration | Children’s Discovery Museum

Children's Discovery Museum 180 Woz Way, San Jose, CA, USA

Today: Juneteenth Community Celebration at Children's Discovery Museum. Let’s celebrate African-American culture together with our partner, Silicon Valley African Film Festival (SVAFF). Watch a variety of short animated films, find your rhythm during a drumming workshop, and catch the beat by making your very own drum to practice at home. Discover the vast richness of … Continue reading "Juneteenth Community Celebration | Children’s Discovery Museum"

Free

Open Cockpit Days at Oakland Aviation Museum

Oakland Aviation Museum 8252 Earhart Road, Oakland, CA, USA

A Special Day of Fun at Oakland Aviation Museum. Sit in a Korean War MiG-15 and feel what it would have been like to fly for the "other side" in America's first war of the Jet Age. Get a glimpse of the training involved for Naval Flight Officers in the 1970s in our Navy A-6 … Continue reading "Open Cockpit Days at Oakland Aviation Museum"

$10 – $18

Super Family Sunday | Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo

Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo 1451 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA, United States

Join us for this FREE event at the NEW Junior Museum & Zoo!  Click here to RSVP On Sunday, from 5:30 pm - 7 pm the Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo will be open exclusively to families with children who have disabilities. This is a time to recognize caregivers who work extra hard on … Continue reading "Super Family Sunday | Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo"

Free

Peter Pan | Broadway San Jose

San Jose Center for Performing Arts 255 Almaden Blvd., San Jose, CA

This extraordinary musical full of excitement and adventure features iconic and timeless songs including “I’m Flying”, “I Gotta Crow”, “I Won’t Grow Up” and “Neverland”. PETER PAN embraces the child in us all so go on a journey from the second star to the right and straight on ‘til morning – your entire family will … Continue reading "Peter Pan | Broadway San Jose"

$40 – $93