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Top Attractions in Oakley, CA
Museums, zoos, landmarks, and must-see attractions in Oakley, CA. The best spots for locals and visitors.
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The Sun: Our Living Star
25 min Ages 6 and up, Adults The Sun has shone on our world for four and a half billion years. The light that warms our skin today has been felt by every person who has ever lived. It is our nearest star and our planet’s powerhouse, the source of the energy that drives our winds, our weather and...
Weber Point Events Center
Waterfront event venue and park hosting the Asparagus Festival, Cinco de Mayo, and summer concert series. Walking paths along the channel.
Paint & Sip: Alien Flora
Alien Flora Painting Plants Beyond Earth Adults 21+ $45, Members get $10 off per ticket Buy Tickets Join us for an astronomically fun evening at Chabot Space & Science Center’s Paint & Sip Series! This instructor-guided painting workshop features a variety of space-themed designs, from mythic...
Forest Home Farms Historic Park
Preserved 1850s farmstead with historic house tours, Glass House museum, farm animals, and seasonal events. Free admission to grounds.
Firehouse Arts Center
Community arts center with a 227-seat theater, art gallery, and studios. Hosts plays, concerts, comedy, and children's performances.
Wonderful Wednesdays: Drum and Sing!
Drum and Sing and make some music with Megan Dey-Toth of Little Oak Family Music Join us every Wednesday at 2 p.m. for drop-in programs for kids! Every Wednesday either get creative with arts and crafts or enjoy a spectacular performance or special guest! On fifth Wednesdays there will be a special.
Western Railway Museum
Electric railway museum with vintage streetcar and interurban rides through the Montezuma Hills. Indoor exhibits and restored historic railcars.
Todos Santos Plaza — Concord
Downtown plaza hosting a summer concert series, Thursday farmers market, and seasonal events. Surrounded by restaurants and shops.
Phantom of the Universe
Phantom of the Universe: The Hunt For Dark Matter 25 minutes Ages 8 and up An exciting exploration of dark matter, from the Big Bangto its anticipated discovery at the Large Hadron Collider. The show will reveal the first hints ofits existence through the eyes of Fritz Zwicky, the scientist who...
Orinda Theatre
Beautiful 1941 Art Deco movie theater showing first-run films and hosting the California Independent Film Festival. A community landmark.
SPACETIME
12 minutes, all ages. Telescopes built to detect electromagnetic waves, like visible light, infrared, radio waves, and other forms, give us the ability to see objects and events at great distances in the universe, and far back in time. Today, a new type of instrument, the “gravity wave telescope”,..
Moraga Commons Park
Beautiful community park with playground, picnic areas, bocce courts, and bandshell hosting free summer concerts. Adjacent to the bike trail.
John Muir National Historic Site
Home of conservationist John Muir with guided tours of the Victorian mansion, orchards, and the 325-acre Mt. Wanda hiking area.
Broadway to Bossa Nova
Sit back and listen as Vintage Noise presents a live musical exploration of the collaboration between Frank Sinatra and Antônio Carlos Jobim , tracing how American jazz and Brazilian bossa nova came together through performance and commentary. Best for Adults and Teens, Everyone welcome. No...
Starlight Gala
Save the Date Saturday, April 25, 2026 6:00-10:00PM Chabot Space & Science Center, Oakland, California Join us for an inspiring evening under the stars to benefit Chabot Space & Science Center. Celebrate 25 years of discovery and innovation on Skyline Boulevard, honor our 2026 Champion of Science,..
Oakland Zoo
100-acre zoo with 850+ animals, California Trail exhibit, gondola ride, carousel, train, and nature play area. Major Bay Area family attraction.
Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site
Home of Nobel Prize-winning playwright Eugene O'Neill. Free guided tours of his house, Tao House, with shuttle from downtown Danville.
Tri-Valley Symphonics in Concert
Tri-Valley Symphonics return to the Dublin Library for a spring concert. This high school group will be performing music selections and telling the story of Beauty and the Beast. Everyone is welcome to attend this free performance. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our...
Benicia Capitol State Historic Park
California's third state capitol building (1853-1854). Restored with period furnishings. Free admission.
Haopinaka Hawaiian Music
Celebrate the spirit of aloha at this family-friendly night of music featuring Hawaiian steel guitar, ukulele, and sweet vocal harmonies. For children of all ages and abilities, and their caregivers. Sponsored by the Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library.
Jelly Belly Factory
Free self-guided factory tours showing how Jelly Belly jelly beans are made. Includes candy store, sample bar, and Jelly Belly art gallery.
Worlds of Curiosity
(15 min) Worlds of Curiosity dives into the questions of “What it would be like to live on an Earth with no Moon?” or “What if the Earth was tilted on its side, like the planet Uranus?”
Mariela’s Music Time
Mariela’s Music Time: A fun, energetic, and interactive bilingual performance for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and their families. Come sing and dance while Mariela plays the guitar.
Victory Park
Historic 18-acre park with rose garden, playground, sports fields, and home to the Haggin Museum. Summer concerts in the park.
Hike & Sip: Nature Journaling Program
Adults 21+, $40 Members receive $15 off Buy Tickets Guided Stroll: 7:30 PM, 3 miles, approximately 90 minutes. Nature Journaling Program: Join us on this specialized Hike & Sip Guided Stroll where guests will be introduced to the practice of nature journaling and field observation. Slow down to...
Music Together: Presented by Early Start Music
Join us for a morning of music, movement, and fun with a special program presented by Early Start Music! This program is intended for children ages 0-7 and their caregivers. Library staff may take photos, videos, or audio recordings at our events. Please tell us if you do not wish to be...
Bad Art Night for Adults
Come as you are for Bad Art Night, our relaxed creative gathering designed to take all the stress out of art-making! Who cares if it's perfect? We're here for the laughs, the creativity, and the mocktails! All supplies are provided, and it's the perfect opportunity to meet neighbors while creating..
Downtown Tracy
Classic American downtown with antique shops, restaurants, murals, and the Grand Theatre. Hosts monthly Artwalk and holiday parades.
Children's Museum of Stockton
Interactive children's museum with hands-on exhibits on science, art, and community. Toddler area, art studio, and water play.
Downtown Hayward
Revitalized downtown district with restaurants, craft breweries, live music venues, and the renovated historic Hayward City Hall.
Dinosaur Hill Park
Charming 7-acre hillside park with walking trails, wildflowers, pond, and a life-size concrete dinosaur that gives the park its name.
Waiting Far Away
10 minutes All ages An explorer of the cosmos has traveled too far…and can’t find home. Become lost on a journey through the majestic, humbling, and solitary beauty of space and time reimagined. Charles Hayden Planetarium
Bay Area Discovery Museum’s Try It Truck
An engineering lab on wheels. STEM activities for learners PreK - 5th grade.
Alameda County Fairgrounds
Home of the annual Alameda County Fair with rides, livestock, concerts, and food. Also hosts year-round events, swap meets, and holiday activities.
Swing into Spring with In Full Swing Big Band
Enjoy live, big-band music at the library! A local Bay Area favorite, “ In Full Swing ,” is a 20-piece big-band with vocalist. This performance will include big-band jazz and seasonal classics with a fun, big-band twist! This program is in the Chabot Room, and no reservations are required. We at AC.
Paint & Sip: Waxing Crescent Moon
Waxing Crescent Moon Adults 21+ $45, Members get $10 off per ticket Buy Tickets Join us for an astronomically fun evening at Chabot Space & Science Center’s Paint & Sip Series! In this instructor-guided workshop, guests will paint a glowing crescent Moon inspired by real lunar science, exploring...
Haggin Museum
Art and history museum in Victory Park with paintings, regional history exhibits, and Native American artifacts. Hands-on children's gallery.
Candy and Cram
Enjoy some free candy and calming lofi music while studying for finals!
Hayward Area Historical Society Museum
Museum of local history with exhibits on Hayward's heritage, the 1868 earthquake, and diverse communities. Family programs and workshops.
Hannah Nicole Vineyards
Family-friendly winery with outdoor lawn games, picnic areas, live music weekends, and seasonal events. Kids welcome on the grounds while adults taste.
Aurora Storm
Aurora Storm 11 minutes Ages 8 and up Aurora Storm explores the captivating northern lights and how different cultures and explorers have experienced them. Produced by the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute and the University of Alaska Museum of the North. The show teaches about...
Ohlone Skies (mur taaraxtak)
(40 Min) Developed in partnership and solidarity with Cafe Ohlone, mur taaraxtak, or Ohlone Skies, weaves science and storytelling into a rich tapestry of Indigenous Ohlone knowledge, heritage, and history deeply rooted right here in the Oakland hills.
Bohart Museum of Entomology
Join an entomologist to learn about awesome insects! Staff from the UC Davis Bohart Museum of Entomology will educate us about a variety of insects. Limited seating available.
Hike & Sip
Adults 21+, $40 Members receive $15 off Nature Journaling Stroll Immersive Trek Experience an unforgettable evening of nature, history, and stargazing with Hike & Sip, a program designed for adults 21 and over. Explore the majestic Redwood forest, guided by Chabot’s knowledgeable outdoor educators,.
Sky Zone Dublin: GLOW Night
Experience Sky Zone under blacklights with energetic music and glow-in-the-dark fun. GLOW t-shirt included with admission (must be worn to jump). Members save 50% on GLOW tickets. Every Friday and Saturday — hours vary by location. SkySocks sold separately.
MOCHA At The Library!
Join us for monthly art workshops for children and families led by teachers from the Museum of Children's Art (MOCHA) . For ages 5-15 and caregivers. MOCHA workshops focus on building creativity, social-emotional and academic skills through art. This program is supported by funding provided by the..
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