Fun for Families in the Bay Area
The best way to spread Christmas cheer is to see Elf in Concert with the SF Symphony. Photo by Jaime Sumersille
Christmas Weekend 2024 in San Francisco Top Things To Do: Nutcrackers, Reindeer Games, Holiday Train Rides, and More
Turn last-minute shopping into a last-minute festive outing.
Enchant Christmas at PayPal Park. Photo courtesy of the event.
13 Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities in San Francisco for Kids
Start a new holiday family tradition with one of our favorite holiday events.
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Christmas Activities and Holiday Guide for San Francisco Bay Area Kids
Find the best things to do in the Bay Area this holiday season.
Step into a winter wonderland at Enchant Christmas at PayPal Park. Photo courtesy of the event.
Christmas Vacation in San Francisco: 15 Staycation Ideas for Things To Do with Kids
We've got loads of ideas to entice kids away from new toys and video games!
Mingle with Santa Claus while aboard a holiday train! Photo courtesy of the Sacramento River Fox Train
Polar Express Train Rides and Christmas Trains Near San Francisco for 2024
All aboard for train rides with festive holiday magic!
Kids will love all the holiday entertainment at Fairy Winterland. Photo courtesy of Children's Fairyland
The Holiday Season in San Francisco: Ultimate 3-Day Festive Itinerary with Kids
Follow this festive itinerary from a local mom for a magical holiday season in the Bay Area!
Explore the City by the Bay. Photo courtesy of Gina Ragland
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San Francisco Visitors' Guide for Families
Soak in historic San Francisco sights!
Snow tubing adventures in NorCal are at the ready for kids of all ages. Photo by Trevor Clark, courtesy of Tahoe Donner
15 Spots for Snow Tubing Near San Francisco and the Bay Area
Snow tube through winter wonderlands in NorCal!
Hike amongst iconic landmarks. Photo courtesy of Nicole Findlay
Family-Friendly Urban Hikes in San Francisco
Escape the city for serenity without straying too far.
Swing by The Outpost at the Presidio Tunnel Tops for all the free fun. Photo by Sandra Lee
100 Fun Free Things To Do in San Francisco with Kids
Explore kid-friendly cultural wonders and mesmerizing San Francisco scenery, all for free.
Delight in the wonders of the Bay Area Discovery Museum. Photo by Gina Ragland
37 Great Things To Do with Preschoolers & Toddlers in the San Francisco Bay Area
Here are our favorite places to entertain little ones in the Bay Area.
Kiddos will love the arched drum bridge. Japanese Tea Garden photo by Nicole Findlay
Visiting Golden Gate Park with Kids: Everything You Need To Know
Golden Gate Park has it all: boating, hiking, museums, carousels, Ferris wheels, and more!
See giant redwood trees is an experience every family should have.
Best Places to See Giant Redwoods in California: A Family Travel Guide
Look up at the towering trees in the heart of Northern California nature.
Discover culture and cuisine when strolling through Chinatown with kids in San Francisco. Photo by Nicole Findlay
Chinatown with Kids: 18 Best Things To Do in Chinatown, San Francisco
Embark on a cultural odyssey in the bustling and historic Chinatown.
San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is packed with things to do for kids of all ages. Photo by xiquinhosilva, via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Fisherman's Wharf with Kids in San Francisco: 24 Best Things To Do
Fisherman's Wharf is full of sweet stuff from chocolate, sea lions, and kid-friendly attractions.
​Riding a cable car is a must when in San Francisco! Photo by Gina Ragland
Guide To Riding San Francisco Cable Cars with Kids: Everything You Need to Know
Hop on San Francisco's cable cars and turn city travel into an unforgettable adventure.
There's so much to see and do in San Francisco with kids. Cable Car by Vasile Cotovanu via Flickr CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
3 Days in San Francisco with Kids: Ultimate Itinerary by a Local Mom
We made it easy and did all the planning for you to explore SF like a local.
Admire the hundreds of animals at the Oakland Zoo. Photo courtesy of the Oakland Zoo
Oakland with Kids: 34 Best Things To Do in Oakland, CA
Redwood groves, fairy tales, and engaging museums.
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Weekend Getaway Guide and Day Trips for San Francisco
The best weekend getaways for San Francisco families.
Take baby to the beach to admire San Francisco's most iconic landmark. Crissy Beach photo by Nicole Findlay for Mommy Poppins
39 Things To Do with San Francisco Babies Before They Turn 1
Babies in the Bay Area won't be bored.
It feels like sitting on top of the world. Or, at least, on top of the Tops.
Exploring San Francisco's Presidio Tunnel Tops with Kids
Get the scoop on what to bring and when to go.
Enjoy pretend play, art, science, and so much more at the Sacramento Children's Museum. Photo by Gina Ragland
Sacramento with Kids: 50 Surprising and Fun Things To Do in Sacramento, California
This capital city went from sleepy to seriously fun.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum has the most stunning view of any kids' museum. Ever. Photo courtesy of the Museum
100 Things To Do in San Francisco With Kids Before They Grow Up
Leave your heart, take the memories.
The holidays get whimsical! Production photo courtesy of Cirque Dreams Holidaze
Union Square Winter Walk, Sausalito Winterfest, and More Fun Things To Do in San Francisco This Weekend
Lighted boat parades and festive productions make it a magical weekend in the Bay Area.

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Breakfast with Santa Program at Costeaux French Bakery
Costeaux French Bakery - 9:00 AM Pick
Teddy Bear Tea at the Ritz-Carlton
The Ritz-Carlton San Francisco - 10:00 AM Pick
Brunch with Santa at Pinstripes
Pinstripes San Mateo - 10:00 AM Pick
Tilden Merry Go Round Breakfast with Santa
Tilden Park Merry Go Round - 10:00 AM Pick
The Great Dickens Christmas Fair
Cow Palace Exhibition Hall - 10:00 AM Pick
The Great Dickens Christmas Fair
Cow Palace Exhibition Hall - 10:00 AM Pick
Teddy Bear Tea at the Ritz-Carlton
The Ritz-Carlton San Francisco - 10:00 AM Pick
Brunch with Santa at Pinstripes
Pinstripes San Mateo - 10:00 AM Pick
My Very First Nutcracker at California Theatre
California Theatre - 11:00 AM Pick
Crown & Crumpet Holiday Afternoon Tea
Crown & Crumpet Tea Salon - 11:00 AM Pick
Teddy Bear Tea at the Ritz-Carlton
The Ritz-Carlton San Francisco - 10:00 AM Pick
Tilden Merry Go Round Breakfast with Santa
Tilden Park Merry Go Round - 10:00 AM Pick
Glowfari
Oakland Zoo - 4:30 PM Pick
WinterFest at Great America
California's Great America - 4:00 PM Pick
Enchant Christmas at PayPal Park
PayPal Park - various times Pick
Crown & Crumpet Holiday Afternoon Tea
Crown & Crumpet Tea Salon - 11:00 AM Pick
Santana Row Snow Showers
Santana Row - 6:00 PM Pick
Enchant Christmas at PayPal Park
PayPal Park - various times Pick
Thrive City Winter Wonderland Ice Skating
Thrive City - various times Pick
San Francisco Ballet: The Nutcracker
War Memorial Opera House - various times Pick
Family Storytime at the Salesforce Transit Center
Salesforce Transit Center - 10:00 AM Pick
Crown & Crumpet Holiday Afternoon Tea
Crown & Crumpet Tea Salon - 11:00 AM Pick
Enchant Christmas at PayPal Park
PayPal Park - various times Pick
Pay What You Wish Wednesday at Museum of Craft & Design
Museum of Craft & Design - various times Pick
Hanukkah at Pier 39
Pier 39 - 10:00 AM
Crown & Crumpet Holiday Afternoon Tea
Crown & Crumpet Tea Salon - 11:00 AM Pick
Mart Littles Storytime at Copperfield's Books
Marin Country Mart - 11:00 AM Pick
Toy Trains 2024
Museum of Art and History - 12:00 PM Pick
Glowfari
Oakland Zoo - 4:30 PM Pick
WinterFest at Great America
California's Great America - 4:00 PM Pick
Crown & Crumpet Holiday Afternoon Tea
Crown & Crumpet Tea Salon - 11:00 AM Pick
Toy Trains 2024
Museum of Art and History - 12:00 PM Pick
Glowfari
Oakland Zoo - 4:30 PM Pick
WinterFest at Great America
California's Great America - 4:00 PM Pick
New Year's Train at Roaring Camp
Roaring Camp Train - 6:30 PM Pick

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Step into a winter wonderland at Enchant Christmas at PayPal Park. Photo courtesy of the event.
Christmas Vacation in San Francisco: 15 Staycation Ideas for Things To Do with Kids
Sandra Lee, Dec 15 - We've got loads of ideas to entice kids away from new toys and video games! READ MORE
The holidays get whimsical! Production photo courtesy of Cirque Dreams Holidaze
Union Square Winter Walk, Sausalito Winterfest, and More Fun Things To Do in San Francisco This Weekend
Sandra Lee, Dec 11 - Lighted boat parades and festive productions make it a magical weekend in the Bay Area. READ MORE
Glowfari is an otherworldly and amazing experience. Photo courtesy of the Oakland County Zoo
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Kids will love all the holiday entertainment at Fairy Winterland. Photo courtesy of Children's Fairyland
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There's so much to see and do in San Francisco with kids. Cable Car by Vasile Cotovanu via Flickr CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
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We made it easy and did all the planning for you to explore SF like a local.
Kiddos will love the arched drum bridge. Japanese Tea Garden photo by Nicole Findlay
Visiting Golden Gate Park with Kids: Everything You Need To Know
Golden Gate Park has it all: boating, hiking, museums, carousels, Ferris wheels, and more!
​Riding a cable car is a must when in San Francisco! Photo by Gina Ragland
Guide To Riding San Francisco Cable Cars with Kids: Everything You Need to Know
Hop on San Francisco's cable cars and turn city travel into an unforgettable adventure.
San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf is packed with things to do for kids of all ages. Photo by xiquinhosilva, via Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
Fisherman's Wharf with Kids in San Francisco: 24 Best Things To Do
Fisherman's Wharf is full of sweet stuff from chocolate, sea lions, and kid-friendly attractions.
The Bay Area Discovery Museum has the most stunning view of any kids' museum. Ever. Photo courtesy of the Museum
100 Things To Do in San Francisco With Kids Before They Grow Up
Leave your heart, take the memories.
Discover culture and cuisine when strolling through Chinatown with kids in San Francisco. Photo by Nicole Findlay
Chinatown with Kids: 18 Best Things To Do in Chinatown, San Francisco
Embark on a cultural odyssey in the bustling and historic Chinatown.