| Arts & Crafts | Art Classes at Rozanoff Art
Children ages 6-10 are invited for Saturday morning art classes at Rozanoff Art! Classes are project based with the use of different media and introduction of art history. Kids will explore drawing, p... » More Info | Time: 10:00 AM-11:30 AM Cost: $15 per class » Open Website |
| Arts & Crafts | Art Classes at San Francisco Children's Art Center
"Empowering children through creative exploration!" The Children's Art Center offers something for every child, including painting, printmaking, photography, and classes for toddlers. Visit the websit... » More Info | » Open Website |
| Arts & Crafts | Artist Studio Program at the de Young Museum
Each month there's a different Bay Area artist featured. Meet the artist and see what he or she is doing, Wednesdays through Sundays, 1-5pm.
No reservations necessary.
... » More Info | Time: 1:00 PM-5:00 PM Cost: Free with admission » Open Website |
| Arts & Crafts | Asian Art Museum AsiaAlive: The Living Tradition of Guqin
AsiaAlive is a free, interactive, drop-in program for all ages, featuring live artist demonstrations, hands on activities, and videos and books on rotating themes. This month, the museum invites visit... » More Info | Time: 12:00 PM-4:00 PM Cost: Free with paid admission » Open Website |
| Arts & Crafts | Asian Art Museum Family Art Encounter
Discover the wonders of the Asian Art Museum collection during this fun and engaging drop-in art class for kids and their families. Through observation activities in the galleries, storytelling and im... » More Info | Time: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Cost: Free with admission » Open Website |
| Arts & Crafts | Drop-In Art Studio at Museum of Children's Art in Oakland
Drop in at the Museum of Children's Art in Oakland for Art du Jour with a variety of materials and projects. Find out the weekly theme by visiting the website.
The studio is open 10am-5... » More Info | Cost: $7 per child, adult caregivers are free » Open Website |
| Arts & Crafts | Family Activities at the Legion of Honor
Big Kids / Little Kids is a gallery tour and art class for children 3.5 to 6 years of age and their parents. Parents and children explore and develop their creativity together by viewing works of art ... » More Info | Time: 10:30 AM-12:00 PM Cost: Free with admission; $8 adults, $5 youth 12-17, children under 12 free » Open Website |
| Arts & Crafts | Saturday Morning Workshops at Destination Art
Get a Saturday morning art blast! Children ages 4 and older are invited on Saturday mornings for a shot of creativity. Each week introduces a new art form encouraging students to explore their artisti... » More Info | Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Cost: $20 » Open Website |
| Arts & Crafts | Saturday Stories at Museum of Children's Art in Oakland
The first Saturday of each month MOCHA links literacy with art-making. Children can enjoy a story read out loud, then engage in fun and educational art activities connected to the theme of the story. ... » More Info | Time: 1:00 PM-2:00 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Arts & Crafts | The Red Poppy Art House Family Art
The Art House offers free art activities for families every Saturday afternoon, 1pm-4pm. You'll find them spread out across the sidewalk alongside the Art House wall on 23rd street at Folsom.
<... » More Info | Time: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Arts & Crafts | Weekend Workshops at Zeum
In Zeum's hands-on Weekend Workshops, kids are invited to participate in unique projects with artists and professionals in different media and arts and topics. The workshops are held on Saturdays, but... » More Info | Cost: Free with paid admission » Open Website |
| Bargains & Sales | Alemany Farmers Market
Every Saturday, the Alemany Farmers Market boasts fresh, organic produce and flowers, fresh baked goods, a rockin' tamale truck, nuts, honey, olive oils, eggs, and much much more for below market-rate... » More Info | |
| Classes & Lessons | Build and Grow Clinics at Lowe's
Build an ant house, make a goofy golf course, and more at Lowe's Build and Grow Clinics! The themes vary each week but clinics are offered on most Saturday mornings. Visit the website to find the late... » More Info | Time: 10:00 AM » Open Website |
| Classes & Lessons | Free Kids Workshops at Home Depot
Home Depot stores in Daly City and Colma offer free Kids Workshops on the first Saturday of every month. Children ages 5-12, accompanied by an adult, make a variety of projects from a pre-fabricated k... » More Info | Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Classes & Lessons | Saturdays are Special at the Randall Museum: Wooden Trains
The Randall Museum continues to offer the popular drop-in, hands-on art and science workshops every Saturday! Family ceramics starts at 10am and the ongoing art and science workshops are available for... » More Info | Time: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM Cost: Free admission; workshops are $3 per child, $5 per parent/child combo » Open Website |
| Classes & Lessons | SF Park Tot Classes
Fun and exciting classes guaranteed to encourage your tot to move, groove and learn.
The Rec and Park website is not very user friendly so we pulled a few links to make it easier for p... » More Info | » Open Website |
| Classes & Lessons | The Excelsior Youth Center Free Classes
The Excelsior Youth Center provides FREE Saturday programs that include sports, cooking, open gym, arts, puppetry, drama, and family storytime. Toddlers 3-5 years old can learn new sports and motor sk... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Entertainment | 4th of July Celebration at Roaring Camp in Santa Cruz Mountains
Yahoo...Sack races, balloon toss, hula hoop contests, music and more.Pack up the family and head to Roaring Camp for a day of family fun.
Events held July 4, 5 & 6.
Roaring Camp ... » More Info | » Open Website |
| Entertainment | Adventure Playground at the Berkeley Marina
Described by the San Francisco Chronicle as an "off-leash" play area for kids, the Adventure Playground offers children a chance to play and build creatively. Come climb on the many unusual kid... » More Info | Time: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Cost: FREE for 4 or fewer children accompanied by adults » Open Website |
| Entertainment | Breakfast with Enzo at Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center
Drop in for some family folk music led by local musician, Enzo Garcia. All folks, big and small, young and old, are welcome. Shows are every Saturday at 10am and 11am, with two different sets of music... » More Info | Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Cost: $5 per person, $20 max per family » Open Website |
| Entertainment | Drum and Corps International West Championship
If you have never been to a show this is one not to miss. Young teens and up train all year and perform in the summers. This ain't your regular marching band show. Current champion the Blue Devils of ... » More Info | Time: 6:30 PM » Open Website |
| Entertainment | Fairyland Weekends in July
1:30 pm & 2:30 pm
Entertaining blend of storytelling, poetry, interactive learning and comedy that is sure to entertain audiences of all ages!
11 am, 2 pm, 4 pm
Each weeke... » More Info | Time: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Cost: Admission to Children’s Fairyland is $6 per person, including rides and entertainment. Infants under one year are free. » Open Website |
| Entertainment | Free Shakespeare in the Park: Pericles
Bring family and friends to enjoy Shakespeare's grand tale of heroic adventure as performed in parks around the Bay Area! Performances take place in Pleasanton, Cupertino, San Mateo, and San Francisco... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Entertainment | People in Plazas - Free Lunchtime Concerts
Free San Francisco Summer concerts every weekday furing the summer. Here are just a few of the exciting local bands who will be performing this year around the city:
Flambeau, Bolero y ... » More Info | Time: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Entertainment | Sailing Adventure Aboard National Landmark Schow Schooner Alma
Haul line to raise the sails with National Park Service Rangers as you explore the Bay aboard the historic 60 foot Alma! Take in dazzling views and San Francisco's riveting history: Native Americans, ... » More Info | Cost: $20 child, $35 adult, $30 senior » Open Website |
| Entertainment | San Francisco Mime Troupe in Dolores Park
It's a satirical San Francisco tradition! Older kids will guffaw on this troupe's take on politics and current events. Bring a blanket, some snacks, and enjoy the show.
The opening show... » More Info | Time: 1:30 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Entertainment | Weekends at Children's Fairyland in Oakland
Enjoy a special weekend at Children's Fairyland, stocked full of shows, stories, and magic. Each weekend features performances, live animals, puppet shows, arts and crafts, and other fun events.
» More Info | Time: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Cost: $6 per person, free for infants under 1 » Open Website |
| Entertainment | Word Cup Vocabulary and Spelling Challenge
No matter what your age is or where you live, join in the Word Cup, an annual, global, online vocabulary challenge for all ages! Trying out is free, and lots of prizes are awarded to winners of variou... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Exhibits | San Francisco Airport Museum
What a great idea for a field trip! Take BART to the SF airport and check out the numerous exhibits they have such as: Reflections of Paradise: Tiki Culture on the Mainland, and Flying Machines: Ea... » More Info | » Open Website |
| Exhibits | Superstition Obstacle Course at the Exploratorium
Superstitious? Find out at the Superstition Obstacle Course! These special interactive exhibits let you test your reactions to superstitions from around the world. Break mirrors, walk under ladders, s... » More Info | Time: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Cost: Free with paid admission » Open Website |
| Exhibits | Tales from the Land of Gullah at Bay Area Discovery Museum
Come and visit the Land of Gullah at the Bay Area Discovery Museum. Children can explore their own traditions through the traditions of others in the exhibit, "Tales from the Land of Gullah." Children... » More Info | Cost: Free with paid admission » Open Website |
| Exhibits | The "Forbidden" Discovery Room at the Asian Art Museum
Explore the magic and mystery of Ming Dynasty imperial culture through costume, hands-on objects, and art activities in this interactive discovery room for visitors of all ages inspired by life in Chi... » More Info | Time: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Cost: Free with paid admission » Open Website |
| Exhibits | Wild in the City at the Randall Museum
It’s time to get “Wild in the City” and learn about the different wild animals that live in San Francisco! The Randall Museum invites visitors to explore a mini San Francisco neighborhood to see what ... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Festivals | Alameda County Fair
With 17 days of events, there is sure to be something for everyone at the Alameda County Fair! The fair runs June 20-July 6 with rides, concerts and entertainment, delicious food, horse racing, and co... » More Info | Cost: $4-39, with many package options » Open Website |
| Festivals | Fillmore Jazz Festival
Every summer the Fillmore Jazz Festival welcomes more than 90,000 guests to enjoy a prosperous tradition of jazz, culture, and cuisine! This free festival spans 10 blocks of Fillmore Street between Ja... » More Info | Time: 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Festivals | Marin County Fair
The theme for this year's Marin County Fair is "Going Green." The summer’s biggest community celebration will showcase the many wonderful ways Marin is leading the way in sustainable and environmental... » More Info | Time: 11:00 AM-11:00 PM Cost: Children under 4 free, $12-$14 for older children and adults » Open Website |
| Festivals | Napa County Fair
Celebrate the Napa County Fair at the fairgrounds in Calistoga! Rides, entertainment, animals and attractions for all ages await you! The fair runs July3-6.
Napa County Fair, 1435 North... » More Info | Cost: $3-$7, children under 6 are free » Open Website |
| Holiday Events | 4th of July Celebration at Roaring Camp in Santa Cruz Mountains
Yahoo...Sack races, balloon toss, hula hoop contests, music and more.Pack up the family and head to Roaring Camp for a day of family fun.
Events held July 4, 5 & 6.
Roaring Camp ... » More Info | » Open Website |
| Nature & Animals | Birding Walk for Families at San Francisco Botanical Garden
The Botanical Garden Monthly Birding Walk is especially designed for kids ages 7 and older and their families, and focuses on the birds and flowers of the exciting microhabitats throughout the Garden.... » More Info | Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Nature & Animals | Chabot Space and Science Center Telescope Viewings
Enjoy a view of the stars at the Chabot Space and Science Center in Oakland. The Chabot Observatory Telescope is open every Friday and Saturday for public viewings, weather permitting. Viewings begin ... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Nature & Animals | Daytime Telescope Viewing at Chabot Space and Science Center in Oakland
Don't wait until dark! Visitors to Chabot can view the Sun, the Moon, and Venus through the telescope each Saturday and Sunday, weather permitting.
Chabot Space and Science Center, 1000... » More Info | Time: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Cost: Free with admission » Open Website |
| Nature & Animals | Free Sea Lion Docent Tours at Pier 39
Visit Pier 39's K-Dock and learn about San Francisco's internationally famous sea lions! Free educational talks, provided by Marine Mammal Center volunteers, are available every weekend from 11am to 5... » More Info | Time: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Nature & Animals | Lands End Stewardship Volunteer Opportunity
Become a Lands End Steward and help restore unique coastal habitat and enhance the trail systems along Lands End! No experience is necessary, and training is provided. Volunteers of all ages are welco... » More Info | Time: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Nature & Animals | Mystery Trail Challenge at Crissy Field
Calling all seaside sleuths! Grab a magnifying glass and get down to the Warming Hut, near the fishing pier at the western end of Crissy Field. Once there, you'll find a booklet that directs you down ... » More Info | Time: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Nature & Animals | Neighboorhood Parks Council Park Workday
Pitch in and help take care of your local park! Workdays take place each weekend, rotating to different parks around the city. Please visit the website to find a date and time to help clean up a park ... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Nature & Animals | Nike Missle Site Open House in Marin Headlands
Unique in the National Park Service, this restored Cold War anti-aircraft missile site has stories to tell. Open house events are on the first Saturday of each month and on Wednesday, Thursday, and Fr... » More Info | Time: 12:30 PM-3:30 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Nature & Animals | Summer Fun at the San Francisco Zoo
Every day between June 16 and Labor Day hold exciting summer fun for families at the San Francisco Zoo! Look for the Wildlife Theatre, Nature Trail, Talk on the Wild Side interpreters and many other s... » More Info | Cost: Free with paid admission » Open Website |
| Nature & Animals | The Butterfly Zone at the Conservatory of Flowers
Fly on over to the Conservatory of Flower because the butterflies are back, and there are more than ever. The popular exhibit The Butterfly Zone: Plants and Pollinators returns to San Francisco... » More Info | Time: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Cost: Free for children 4 and under, $1.50 children 5-11, $3 youth 12-17, $5 general » Open Website |
| Nature & Animals | Weekend Farm Tours at Hidden Villa
Taste a root, come face to snout with a pig, and discover the connection between sweaters and sheep on a guided tour of Hidden Villa's farm and educational garden. Public and group tours are available... » More Info | Cost: $7 per person » Open Website |
| Ongoing Events | FREE Programs at the San Francisco Public Library
From afterschool homework help to chess clubs and preschool movie dates, your local library branch has a lot to offer. Check the SFPL website for your branch and browse their current offerings. These ... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Ongoing Events | Weekend Wildlife Shows at Coyote Point Museum in San Mateo
Head out to San Mateo and experience wildlife, gardens, exhibitions, and programs that relate to the global environment at the Coyote Point Museum.
Be sure to catch the Fox Feeding at ... » More Info | Cost: $6 for adults, $2 for children 2-12, $4 for teens 13-17, $4 for seniors, free for children under 3 » Open Website |
| Ongoing Events | Writing as Art at the Asian Art Museum
Children ages 8-12 can learn about the art of Arabic calligraphy on a tour of the West Asian Gallery and the Loggia. Pick up your guide at the Information Desk and Resource Center.
For ... » More Info | Time: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Cost: Free with museum admission » Open Website |
| Parent Resources | Mamas and Papas LGBT Support Group for Parents of Children Age 5-8
Expand your circle of LGBT parents, swap parenting tips, and explore concerns shared by all parents as well as those of special interest to LGBT families. Help your kids build lasting friendships with... » More Info | Time: 4:30 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Parent Resources | TALK Line Family Support Center
The TALK Line Family Support Center works to promote healthy families through a variety of programs, including a 24-hour crisis line, parent and child counseling, parent drop-in center, children's pla... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| PlayDates | Family Playgroup at The Well at St. Mary's
Drop-in at The Well at St. Mary's for a Saturday afternoon family playtime! Come and meet other parents and enjoy time playing with your children.
The Well is a community resource cente... » More Info | Time: 3:00 PM-4:30 PM Cost: $15 per session » Open Website |
| PlayDates | SF Park Summer Tot Playgroups
Find a listing of playgroups for ages 1-5. Each recreation center has a different schedule and different ages. Basic playtime for tots to explore free play, sports, art and music. All programs are fr... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Sports & Fitness | Behind-the-Scenes Ballpark Tours at AT&T Park
Take a peek behind-the-scenes at AT&T Park, the home of the San Francisco Giants! Visit the dugouts, batting cages, visitors' clubhouse, press box, luxury suites, and more! Available daily at 10:30am ... » More Info | Time: 10:30 AM Cost: $10 adults, $6 children 12 and under, free for children under 2 » Open Website |
| Sports & Fitness | Petaluma Speedway
You missed the NASCAR race and have that need to see one of those dirt track races. Take the kids to the Petaluma races on Saturdays nights.
See California Civil War Sprints, Golden St... » More Info | Time: 6:00 PM-10:00 PM Cost: 5 and under - Free, 12-64 -$14.006 - 11 - $10.00 , » Open Website |
| Sports & Fitness | SF Little League Fall Registration is happening now!
The season will start in September after Labor Day and there will be 6-8 regular season games, all on Sundays. The season is non-competitive with no standings or consequences for results. This is gre... » More Info | Cost: $80 per player » Open Website |
| Stories & Shows | Peter and the Pirate at Pier 39
Peter and the Pirate is an original musical for the whole family to enjoy! Bring the kids to sing and dance along with the cast, and join Peter on his adventure around the Pier!
... » More Info | Cost: $12.95 child, $15.95 adult, under 2 free » Open Website |
| Stories & Shows | Chantey Sing at Hyde Street Pier
Ahoy, sailors and singers! It's time for the Chantey Sing aboard the historic Balclutha at Hyde Street Pier! Bring your warm vocal chords and prepare to sing along. Participants can come and go anytim... » More Info | Time: 7:30 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Stories & Shows | Free Concerts and Shows at Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
The Yerba Buena Gardens Festival presents music, theater, dance, cultural events, educational and children’s programs, reflecting the rich cultures and creativity of the region. Between May and Octobe... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Stories & Shows | Rainforest Romp at Park Branch Library
Visit the rainforest at the library through stories and a craft! For children of all ages.
Park Branch Library, 1833 Page Street near Cole. » More Info | Time: 11:00 AM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Stories & Shows | Storytelling at the Asian Art Museum
Asian Art Museum storytellers bring the galleries to life with the myths and folktales of Asia.
Every Sunday at 1pm and the first Saturday of the month at 11:45am.
Asian ... » More Info | Time: 11:45 AM Cost: Free with admission » Open Website |
| Stories & Shows | Storytimes and Lapsits at San Francisco Public Library Branches
The San Francisco Public Library offers free Infant/Toddler Lapsits and Preschool Storytimes almost every day! Here is a list of locations where you can catch a story or two with your little one today... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Stories & Shows | Venezuelan Music Project at Yerba Buena Gardens
Led by Jackeline Rago, VMP performs a wide range of music, from folklore driven songs executed with traditional instruments, to more contemporary urban dance compositions complimented by the addition ... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Teen Activities | Chinatown Teen 'Zine Event at the Chinatown Branch Library
Check out the teen zine scene at this bilingual (English/Chinese) online activity. The workshop will help teens ages thirteen to eighteen to hone computer skills, webpage design, and digital photograp... » More Info | Time: 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Teen Activities | Comics Club at Bayview/Anna E. Waden Branch Library
Whether you like manga, superheroes, strips, graphic novels, indie comics, or webcomics, this club is the place for you! Come hang out with other teens who read and/or draw comics. Free stuff and snac... » More Info | Time: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Teen Activities | Teen Book Club at Bayview Branch Library
It's time for the Teen Book Club at the library! Those who attend get to choose the next book to read. The library provides a free copy of the book for you to keep. For ages 13-18. Space is limited so... » More Info | Time: 3:30 PM-4:30 PM Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Teen Activities | Teen Summer Read and Win
Attention teen readers! Register for Teen Summer Read 2008, keep track of your reading, and win prizes! Prizes include free notebooks, flash drives, plus a raffle for Zunes, iPods, gift cards ($$) and... » More Info | Cost: FREE » Open Website |
| Teen Activities | Youth Weight Training Classes at Park and Rec Clubs
Don't worry that you will be missing PE classes over the summer. This class is a comprehensive introduction to weightlifting and body building for teens. Teenage years are the most important in build... » More Info | Time: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM Cost: FREE |