August 4, 2025
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5:00 pm
Celebrate the Parks! Free entrance to US national parks to celebrate the anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act.
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.
*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
Free
June 19, 2025
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8:00 am
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5:00 pm
Celebrate the Parks! Free entrance to US national parks to celebrate Juneteenth.
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.
*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
Free
April 12, 2025
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10:30 am
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12:00 pm
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.
$25 Adult, $35 Youth 3-8, Members receive $10 off
Disclaimer: Verify event details with the organizer or venue, as cancellations, changes, and errors may occur after events are added to our calendar. Report Event | Image courtesy of Chabot Space and Science Center
$25 – $35
June 6, 2026
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10:00 am
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1:00 pm
Join us for Coyote Creek Habitat Day for a day of free family-friendly activities that will showcase the wildlife connected with Coyote Creek.
- Discover the people and animals who have made their homes along Coyote Creek as well as how we can protect this important habitat in today’s changing environment.
- Discover the history and science through hands-on family activity stations Connect with the Coyote Creek habitat by taking a guided walk.
- Participate in a community science exploration along the creek.
The event will take place at Coyote Creek Visitor Center. Admission is free. Please consider walking, biking, or carpooling as parking is limited.
Disclaimer: Verify event details with the organizer or venue, as cancellations, changes, and errors may occur after events are added to our calendar. Report Event | Image credit/image courtesy of Photo courtesy of Santa Clara County Parks.
Free
May 31, 2025
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10:30 am
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12:00 pm
Join YSI as we walk through the Sanborn trails, look for various plants, and learn how to identify them! Are they native? Medicinal? Edible? Poisonous? Join us to find out!
Recommended ages: 7-12 years old. A registered adult must accompany their child(ren) for this event.
Double-check the event information on the event website as sometimes events are canceled or details changed.
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