Family Fun
Events, Attractions, Places To Go, & Much More!
Get Creative With Virtual Art Lessons
There is nothing better for your mood than a little creativity. If sheltering in place has you feeling a little blue, making art can give you an outlet for those feelings. It's also a great time for more art time for the kids. Read more
Apr 9, 2020
10:25 AM
Win a $200 Amazon Gift Card from Monterey Bay Parent
Monterey Bay Parent is giving away a $200 gift card on April 12. To enter you just need to open the April issue, click on today's link, and enter! Read more
Mar 30, 2020
11:44 AM
Virtual Creativity: Storytime and Drawing Lessons Online
Have you reached your limit after reading “Dragons Love Tacos” a few dozen times and it’s only 10 am? Here are six of our favorite virtual storytimes and art activities. Read more
Mar 26, 2020
9:45 AM
Hidden Treasure: Geocaching with Kids in Monterey County
With the temperate weather of the Monterey Bay area, geocaching is a great family activity. You can find caches hidden in parking lots, parks, beaches, and quite likely in your neighborhood or one within walking distance. Read more
Mar 25, 2020
7:52 PM
Camp Memories: Adults share how camp shaped their lives
To understand why kids love going to camp, I spoke to 5 adults about their camp experience when they were kids. They shared with me how going to camp helped shape them into the people they are today. Read more
Feb 24, 2020
11:30 AM
Summer Camp Safety 101
As you’re getting the kids ready for one of the year’s absolute highlights – summer camp – teach them how to stay safe while they’re having fun. Read more
Feb 24, 2020
11:01 AM
How to Choose a Sleep-Away Camp Your Kids Will Love
Whether you’re looking for enrichment for your child, a way to keep your kids occupied and supervised while you work, or need a short reprieve from parenting, there’s sure to be a summer camp that’s the right fit for your child and family. Read more
Feb 24, 2020
9:03 AM
Monterey County Spring Break 2020 Camps
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District and some area private schools will be on Spring Break from March 16-27. If you’re looking for a spring break activity for your children, here are the local businesses and organizations offering camp. Read more
Feb 24, 2020
8:18 AM
It’s Raining and my preschooler is SO bored!
If you're running out of rainy day fun, we have six super fun ideas for the next Monterey rainy day! Read more
Dec 30, 2019
4:23 PM
Win a Family Plus Membership to MY Museum!
We're giving away a Family Plus Membership to MY Museum on January 15, 2020. Enter once per day to win! Read more
Dec 30, 2019
3:55 PM
quick trips
A Weekend Getaway to Solvang
We spent a warm February weekend in Solvang and found the little town to be thoroughly charming. It's the perfect getaway for your Monterey County family. Read more
A "Beat" Tour of San Francisco
Are you a fan of Jack Kerouac? Are you fascinated with the "Beat Generation" or San Francisco hippie culture? If so, you will probably really enjoy a tour of San Francisco with a focus on Beat Generation landmarks. Read more
Last Minute Summer Getaways for Monterey Bay Families
Haven’t had time to fit in that summer vacation? Here are some quick and relatively affordable getaways to help you make some family memories. Read more
Five San Jose Attractions You'll Want To Visit
Tech marvels, farm animals, and a big scary house–here are five great destinations for fun in San Jose. Read more
Celebrate Your Besties With a Girls’ Getaway
February is the perfect month to make plans for a girls’ getaway. You may be surprised to hear a girls’ trip will have significant benefits for your mind and body. Read more
Family Day Trip: Destination Big Sur!
Pristine beaches, towering sea cliffs, roaring rivers and thundering waterfalls await you in Big Sur, a California gem spanning more than 90 miles of coastline and featuring several state parks. It's the perfect destination for your next day trip. Read more
Outdoor Fun
The sun is shining and it's the perfect day to be out and about. Here are a few great ideas on what you can do!
Where To Swim With The Kids in Monterey & Santa Cruz Counties
When it comes to family fun, swimming is always a great choice. Here are some local family-friendly pools where you can take the kids this summer. Read more
Our Favorite Monterey County Walks
Summer is here and that means vacation and longer days with family and friends. The smells of BBQ and fireworks are in the air. Here are nine local destinations where your family can enjoy some outdoor time and a great walk! Read more
Monterey County Kids Eat Free (Or Cheap!) Specials
Looking for a meal out with your family while sticking to your budget? We found wallet-friendly options where children either eat for free or at a reduced price! Read more
Salinas Fatherhood Workshops
Join Papás of the Central Coast in Salinas for our Supporting Fatherhood Involvement groups! The group is free and includes dinner and childcare. Bring your kids. Read more
Apr 9, 2020
5:30 PM8:30 PM
Toddler Time
Toddler Time is a weekly program for families with children ages 0-3 years old. It includes music, movement, stories, fingerplays, rhymes, songs and fun for your child and you as well as social time with other children and their caregivers. Read more
Apr 10, 2020
10:00 AM
Makerspace4Kids - Soledad
Join us each Friday morning for a hands-on creative project that allows you to build and make in a fun learning environment where mistakes are allowed and even encouraged as we creatively explore science, technology, robotics, art, and music. Read more
Apr 10, 2020
10:00 AM12:00 PM
Bilingual Toddler Time
Bilingual Toddler Time is a free bilingual English/Spanish 30 minute program each Friday of stories, activities, and music for toddlers and preschoolers. Read more
Apr 10, 2020
10:30 AM11:30 AM
Storytime at the Big Sur Library
Come join in the family fun with stories, songs, and crafts for kids! Ages 0-5, but all are welcome. Questions? Please call 831-667-2537. Read more
Apr 10, 2020
11:30 AM12:30 PM
Our Story Time - Aromas
A weekly story hour when we read about different topics and create a fun craft to take home. Read more
Apr 10, 2020
12:00 PM1:00 PM
SVMHS Farmers' Market
Certified Farmers’ Market offers fresh fruits and vegetables, flowers and other items - many of them organically grown by small-scale family farmers. Read more
Apr 10, 2020
12:30 PM5:30 PM
Planetarium Children's Show
The Planetarium at Hartnell College has been enchanting audiences with the wonders of astronomy and space science for over 50 years. Entry fee of $4 per person. Call for specific show theme and info as well as cancellation information. Read more
Apr 10, 2020
5:00 PM
Reserve Tour
Join us at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve each Saturday and Sunday for docent-led tours at 10:00 and 1:00. Tours can last from 1 to 2 hours depending on interest and number of participants. No reservation is needed. Read more
Apr 11, 2020
12:00 AM
The Oldtown Market Place at Salinas City Center
Bring the whole family for a fun weekend outing. Stock up on fresh produce and enjoy the delicious food, flowers, jewelry and more from talented local vendors and restaurants. Read more
Apr 11, 2020
9:00 AM4:00 PM