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Welcome to Fairyland!
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Get Ready for a Fantastic Visit

Children’s Fairyland is a whimsical 10-acre storybook park on the shores of Oakland’s Lake Merritt, designed for families with little ones (ages 0-8). Explore magical playsets, meet friendly animals, watch puppet shows, and enjoy rides, live performances and hands-on fun in a safe, outdoor wonderland. Sparking imagination and joy since 1950!

75 Years in the Making

For 75 years, Fairyland has been a place where families discover joy, belonging, and possibility. Hear directly from a few magic makers who share what Fairyland means to the community today and how our story continues to grow.

Created in collaboration with Talk Oakland.

Upcoming Events

AAPI Heritage Celebration

May 16-17 & May 23-25
Celebrate AAPI Heritage at Fairyland with two wonderful weekends filled with music, live performances, arts & crafts, games, storytelling, food, fun, and Mahjong! Each day brings a special guest or performers to the Park.

Once Upon a Time at Fairyland

Once Upon a Time at Fairyland, our annual fundraising gala, is an enchanted affair where we grow community,  invest in the future, and celebrate the creativity, joy, and resilience of our East Bay and Oakland family. Make yourself BLOOM with a floral costume, enjoy a bouquet of experiences and surprises, and be inspired by the profound growth of Fairyland’s transformational programs. Table Sponsorships available now!

Fairy Fun Fair

June 13 | 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
The circus comes to town! Fairyland is transformed for one day only into a spectacle of circus performances, carnival games, and county fair family fun. Bouncy houses, face painting, funhouse, game booths, bubble party, circus eats, treats, and shows by Prescott Circus and Live Loud Circus await!

Summer Sleepovers

June 20-21 | July 25-26 | August 8-9
Camp overnight at Fairyland! Enjoy rides, special performances, sunset puppet shows, storybook sets, catered dinner, popcorn, and an unforgettable outdoor experience sleeping under the stars.  Just pack up your posse and gather your gear—we’ll do the rest!

Oakland's Magic Kitchen

June 20.  11:30 a.m.  | Aesop’s Playhouse
Oakland’s most magical cooking show is heating up again! Fairyland teams up with The Town’s top chefs and our very own furry mascot, Quercus, to get your little ones excited about ingredients, recipes, making meals, and participating in the kitchen. It’s a kid-friendly culinary adventure!

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