TUESDAY
3
NOVEMBER
Things to do with kids in the Bay Area this week
968 things to do with kids in the Bay Area this week, November 3–9, 458 of them this weekend: story times, classes, family festivals, puppet shows and more. We reviewed 550+ Bay Area event sources to find them. The list covers San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland, Berkeley, Palo Alto and 70 more towns. Last updated November 3, 2026.
All kids & family events in the Bay Area — November 3–9
Reptile rescuer John Hale showcases Bernie the Chameleon, Ginger the Bearded Dragon, Vince Red-Footed Tortoise, Cupcake the Rabbit at the Children's Library Treetop Room, for ages 18 months–13.
A Día de los Muertos musical ofrenda featuring son jarocho songs, conga rhythms, audience participation, and pan dulce at the San Francisco Public Library main branch, all ages.
Portable telescopes let visitors view stars and explore the universe up close at Pleasant Hill Library, sponsored by the Friends of the Pleasant Hill Library, for all ages.
WEDNESDAY
4
NOVEMBER
Laya Arts Collective presents Indian classical dance, storytelling, music, and hands‑on learning celebrating Diwali at the Golden Gate Branch, Oakland, for all ages.
Diwali storytime and hands‑on art activity at Edenvale Children’s Area, with treats provided, free for ages 12 and under.
THURSDAY
5
NOVEMBER
Live music, movement activities, and read‑aloud stories by The Story Time Band fill The Freight’s Main Music Hall, free for ages 5–10.
Lucha Libro at Joyce Ellington blends story time with live Mexican‑style masked wrestling, promoting youth literacy; free, limited space, ages 5 and up.
Stories and circus activities unfold in a tent at Redwood City Downtown Library, featuring librarians and Zoppé Italian Family Circus performers, for ages 4–7.
Laya Arts Collective presents Indian mythology storytelling, dance, music, and learning hand gestures and rhythmic footwork at San Carlos Library’s 2nd‑floor community room, for ages 5 and under.
Diwali storytime at Educational Park features tales, vibrant music and cultural activities celebrating the Festival of Lights, free for ages 5 and under, 50‑person limit.
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FRIDAY
6
NOVEMBER
ZooLights (San Francisco Zoo & Gardens) — All‑new winter holiday lighting display illuminates the zoo.
Daring acrobatics, galloping horses, playful dogs, Nino the Clown and live music fill Zoppé Circus Tent in Redwood City’s Main Library parking lot for two hours, all ages.
First Friday Nights (CuriOdyssey) — Parents and kids celebrate together.
Live dhol drums, DJs, colorful dance performances, interactive Bhangra lesson, and a dance party fill Burlingame Town Square with Indian music, food, and activities. Free, all ages.
SATURDAY
7
NOVEMBER
Evergreen Branch Library celebrates 20 years with cultural dance performances, balloon art, face painting, giant bubble stations, craft kits, prize wheel, drawings and refreshments, for all ages.
Laya Arts Collective presents Indian classical dance, storytelling, music, and hands‑on learning celebrating Diwali at Montclair Branch, for all ages.
Quarry Lakes marks 25 years with fishing games, guided walks, Mobile Fish Tank, food trucks, information booths, and a fire truck display, all ages, parking fees apply.
Magician Mike Della Penna performs a fun, funny, highly participatory magic show celebrating the magic of reading at Saratoga Library Community Room, for all ages.
W. Kamau Bell and Adam Mansbach read from their picture book Rock, Paper, Scissors, Cheese, discuss its creation, and sign copies at the Main Library for all ages.
Free 30‑minute classical concerts with themed selections and hands‑on musical activities for ages 5–10 at Central Library’s 4th‑floor and West Community Room.
Spend the night at Chabot Space & Science Center exploring the Solar System with a workshop, planetarium show, telescope viewing, scavenger hunt, dinner and breakfast, for ages 9–14.
History in Motion at San Mateo County History Museum unveils three new venues, six exhibits, live music, family crafts, and a new event space, free admission, all ages.
SUNDAY
8
NOVEMBER
At Ardenwood, ride a narrow‑gauge train, tour the restored Patterson House Museum, watch staff in historic costume lead period programs, and end with an animal feeding.
Animal Assisted Happiness Farm (Sunnyvale) — Meet mini horses, a mini donkey, alpacas, goats, sheep, rabbits, guinea pigs, pot‑bellied pigs, chickens, ducks and doves. Free, ages 3–13.
Make a paper rangoli for Diwali in the Campbell Library community room, materials provided, drop‑in between 10:30 am and 11:30 am, ages 3–13.
Ceremonial altars, procession, catrinas, face painting, food court with hot chocolate, pan de muerto, tamales, and live entertainment fill Courthouse Square, for ages 3–13.
How to Train Your Dragon Jr. (Montgomery Theater, San Jose) — Musical adventure with score, ensemble portraying Hiccup and Toothless, part of CMT San Jose's Junior Talents program.
Aquarium of the Bay offers a quieter hour with smaller crowds, extra seating, and borrowable sensory bags containing headphones, fidget tools, and light‑reducing glasses.
MONDAY
9
NOVEMBER
Veteran's Day author shares stories and hands out free books while participants try on a real flight suit at Sunnyvale Public Library, free for ages 5–14.
Pow Wow dance demonstration by Ohiya in the Los Altos Library Orchard Room showcases Indigenous songs, dances, art, and food, all ages.