Birthday Parties for Kids in the East Bay from Oakland to Berkeley and Beyond!

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The East Bay is where the party is at! Birthday party photo courtesy of Pinstripes Events

Planning birthday parties in the East Bay can feel overwhelming, but finding the perfect spot doesn’t have to be stressful. From unique indoor venues like science centers to outdoor entertainment like merry-go-rounds and redwood trails, the East Bay has no shortage of spots for kids’ birthday celebrations. 

Whether planning an indoor adventure or an outdoor celebration, the East Bay has endless options to make your child’s birthday party memorable. All you need to do is send the invites and enjoy the day! Here are some of my favorite places, as a mom of a four-year-old and a six-year-old, that will make your party planning a breeze and leave the kids (and parents) thrilled.

For more birthday inspiration, check out the top indoor birthday party places in San Francisco, and the best indoor playgrounds and play spaces in San Francisco for Kids. Plus, don't miss these birthday freebies for kids! 

30 Things To Do in Rochester, New York, with Kids

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There's even a carousel in The Strong National Museum of Play.

Rochester, New York, is widely known as the gateway to the Finger Lakes region or the perfect stopover on a road trip to Niagara Falls. But, this Upstate New York city stands on its own as a great family vacation destination with good food, world-class museums, and a ton of history. Set right off the banks of Lake Ontario, Rochester, New York, is also full of natural beauty.

Here are 30 of our favorite things to do in Rochester, New York, with kids, including family-friendly hotels and restaurants in Rochester, New York. Check out our Adirondacks and Catskills Family Travel Guide for more New York State family vacation ideas.

Best Toddler and Baby Bath Toys & Baby Bath Tubs

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Take water play to the next level with Boon Building Bath Pipes.

Bath time can be a battle with little ones, but it doesn't have to be! Fun baby bath toys and toddler bath toys can distract infants and toddlers long enough to wash the dirt and germs away while turning bath time into a positive and fun experience.

Here are some of our favorite baby bath toys and toddler bath toys to make bath time lots of fun. We've also shared a few of the best baby bath tub options, as well as top picks for bathroom storage for bath toys.

Our Baby and Maternity Guide is full of more great product picks and tips for parents of infants and toddlers, from the best first birthday gifts to potty training tips that moms swear by.

Presidents Day Weekend 2025: 16 Things To Do in Los Angeles With Kids

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Big Sunday Valentinemania! Event photo courtesy of Big Sunday

Presidents Day weekend is jam-packed in Los Angeles. The long weekend starts with Valentine's Day on Friday; kids can pitch in at Big Sunday's Valentinemania to help make cards and goody bags for people across the city. Starting Saturday, Kidspace reminds us we are Wired for Wonder with its new multisensory immersive maze experience. The Harlem Globetrotters swoop into the Intuit Dome on Sunday with a show that entertains, amazes, and redefines the laws of physics. LA families can spend Presidents Day Monday at one of the two local Presidential Libraries or cheer on the rescheduled Kingdom Day Parade.  

Presidents Day Weekend 2025: 12 Things To Do in DC with Kids

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Celebrate President George Washingtons Birthday at Mount Vernon. US Army photo by Sgt Ethan Scofield, public domain

Looking for the best things to do in DC this Presidents Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

It's a double whammy: Valentine's Day AND Presidents Day weekend! The holiday weekend is full of great things to do.

Let's start with Valentine's Day: Check out The Story of Chocolate at the National Museum of the American Indian, or enjoy family Valentine's Day dances like the Island Oasis VIP Dance in Herndon or the Valentine's Day Family Dance in Silver Spring.

For Presidents Day, check out Presidential Fun Family Day at the National Portrait Gallery. Little historians can also celebrate the nation's first president in George Washington's honorary hometown of Alexandria with a birthday parade or a free visit to his home, Mount Vernon.

This is also the last weekend to catch Paper Dreams at Imagination Stage, so don't miss it! Have a great long weekend!

Presidents Day Weekend 2025: 16 Things To Do in Atlanta With Kids

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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey takes the stage at State Farm Arena this weekend. Photo courtesy of Feld Entertainment

Looking for the best things to do in Atlanta this long weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list for this weekend! 

Presidents Day weekend in Atlanta means a day (or five) off from school, which could equal lots of family time. To keep everyone entertained and off screens, we've come up with 30 Fun Things to Do for February's Winter Break in Atlanta. Families celebrate Valentine's Day this weekend too, with events like the Brookhaven Sweetheart Dance and the I Love Music Valentine's Day Concert from the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. We also LOVE that Ringling Bros., Barnum & Bailey Circus is in town this weekend at State Farm Arena! Keep reading on for details on these and more events this Presidents Day weekend!

Presidents Day Weekend 2025: 22 Things to Do in Orlando with Kids

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Enjoy street entertainment, colorful parades, concerts, and themed foods during the Universal Orlando Mardi Gras celebration. Photo by the author

Looking for the best things to do in Orlando this Presidents Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your list.

This Presidents Day weekend, take a trip to Daytona for the Daytona Speedweeks races; immerse yourself in Scottish culture at the Mount Dora Scottish Highland Festival; or enjoy the festivities at the annual Osceola County Fair. It's also a fantastic time to visit Orlando theme parks, with exciting events like Universal Orlando's Mardi Gras, Epcot's International Festival of the Arts, and Legoland's LEGO Ninjago Weekends. Plus, Presidents Day weekend is the perfect opportunity for a family day trip! Keep reading for all the fun events happening this three-day weekend.

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