10 Things to Do with Bay Area Kids in June 2026
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Free events, summer fun, splash pads, FIFA watch parties, and more ! Your June family activity guide for the San Francisco Bay Area...
June is here and this might be one of the best months all year for Bay Area families. The weather is warming up (fingers crossed, Karl), the kids are out of school, and the Bay Area is absolutely packed with free events, outdoor adventures, and things to do with kids in San Francisco and beyond.
Whether you're looking for free things to do with kids in the Bay Area, a reason to finally check out that splash pad, or just trying to survive summer without losing your mind , this a great place to start.
Here are 10 things to do with Bay Area Kids in June. Let's GO!
1. Play on the Bay — Free Family Event at Fisherman's Wharf | June 6
Free | Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco
Mark your calendars: Play on the Bay is a free, family-friendly event at Fisherman's Wharf on June 6 and it's exactly the kind of low-effort, high-payoff outing we live for.
Think waterfront vibes, tons of activities for kids, and great day in SF.
Best for: All ages | Cost: Free | Get details + RSVP here
2. Free Workshop: Demystifying the K–8 Private School Application Process | June 9
Free | Hosted by Hiba Academy | San Francisco
Okay, this one's for the parents that have been side-eyeing the private school application process and wondering where to even start, Hiba Academy is hosting a free workshop on June 9 in San Francisco to walk you through it. Get your questions answered before the fall application season sneaks up on you.
Cost: Free | Date: June 9 | Register here
3. SF Zoo: Free Weekday Admission for Kids 11 & Under — All of June
Free for Kids | San Francisco Zoo
Wait. The San Francisco Zoo is offering free weekday admission for kids 11 and under all month long?! Yes. This is not a drill.
This is one of those deals you want to take advantage of before it's gone. The SF Zoo is genuinely great with giraffes, penguins, a carousel, a nature play area and it hits different when admission is free.
Cost: Free for kids 11 & under (weekdays) | Plan your visit here
4. Summer Family Fun at Filoli — Kids Go Free
Kids Free (Limited Time) | Filoli, Woodside, CA
If you haven't taken your kids to Filoli yet, June is the time to do it.
Filoli is one of those places that's genuinely beautiful for all ages, with 16 acres of gardens, a historic estate, and so much room for kids to roam. Our favorite area to explore is the Redwoods where you'll find a giant troll you can climb into and various nature play spaces.
This is a Bay Area day trip worth loading the kids in the car for. 🚗💨
Location: Woodside, CA | Get tickets + details here
5. Water Parks & Splash Pads Are Open for Summer
Bay Area Splash Pads + Water Parks
The splash pads are OPEN and the water parks are calling. Summer in the Bay Area means it's finally time to load up the swim bag and find some water.
6. U-Pick Strawberry Season Is Here 🍓
Bay Area U-Pick Farms
Summer is not summer without a u-pick strawberry outing. And the good news is the season is HERE.
There is something about letting kids loose in a strawberry field that just works. They're focused, they're happy, and they eat their body weight in strawberries before you even make it back to the car. It counts as an outing and a snack. 10/10.
We rounded up the best u-pick strawberry farms near the Bay Area so you can find the one closest to you.
7. Gabby's Dollhouse Fairylandia Tour at Golden Gate Park | June 27–28
Golden Gate Park, San Francisco | June 27 & 28
Gabby's Dollhouse fans — this one is FOR YOU.
The Gabby's Dollhouse Fairylandia Tour is coming to the Gardens of Golden Gate Park in San Francisco on June 27 and 28, and if you have a little one obsessed with Gabby and all her paw-some friends, this is a must-do summer outing.
8. Free Family Day at SF MOMA | June 14
Free | San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think a free museum day in San Francisco might be one of the most underrated parenting wins there is.
SF MOMA is offering Free Family Day on June 14 with interactive art, hands-on activities, and world-class exhibits, all without the usual admission price.
9. Cherry Jubilee at Gilroy Gardens | June 5 – July 5
Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park | Gilroy, CA
The Cherry Jubilee at Gilroy Gardens is one of those South Bay summer traditions that Bay Area families come back to year after year, and this year it runs from June 5 through July 5.
Rides, seasonal cherry-themed treats, live entertainment, and the kind of theme park that's perfectly sized for little kids who aren't quite ready for the big parks. If you're looking for a Bay Area summer day trip with kids, Gilroy Gardens delivers every time.
Dates: June 5 – July 5 | Location: Gilroy, CA | Get tickets here
10. World Cup Watch Parties, Other Bay Area Festivals, Juneteenth Celebrations & More
Bay Area Summer Events | June 2025
June is officially a month full of reasons to get outside and celebrate. Here's what's happening across the Bay Area:
⚽ FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zones and Local Events
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is HERE and the Bay Area is showing up. Official watch parties and local events are happening across the region. Full schedule here
🎶 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival -- happening June & July
One of San Francisco's best-kept secrets for free outdoor concerts in SF. The Yerba Buena Gardens Festival brings free performances to the gardens throughout the summer with music, dance, circus, and more. Family-friendly, outdoor, and free.
🌳 Stern Grove Festival -- happening June through August
The iconic Stern Grove Festival kicks off in June and runs all summer. Think free outdoor concerts tucked into one of San Francisco's most beautiful natural amphitheaters. Bring a blanket, bring snacks, and let the kids roam. This is the move.
✊🏾 Juneteenth Celebrations & Parades
Juneteenth (June 19) is a moment for community, history, and celebration — and the Bay Area does it beautifully. Look for official Juneteenth celebrations, parades, and festivals happening in San Francisco, Oakland, and across the region:
Juneteenth celebrations - [Oakland] | June 19, 21, 27 | [Details ]
Juneteenth Parade— [San Francisco ] | [June 21] | [Details ]
Juneteenth in the Streets— [San Jose] | [June 13] | [Details]
That's a Wrap on June
Bay Area families , you've got a full month ahead of you. Free museum days, water parks, strawberry picking, world-class concerts, soccer on the big screen, and some genuine magic in Golden Gate Park.
You don't need a plan. You need snacks and a direction.
GO Anyway. 🧡
— Jenine
@bayareakidsgo
Looking for more Bay Area family activities?
Check out our free community events calendar at events.bayareakidsgo.com — updated weekly with free events for Bay Area families, things to do with toddlers in the Bay Area, and family-friendly activities across San Francisco, the East Bay, the South Bay, and beyond.