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8 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Performer: Brazilian Drummer Marcos Odara
Performer: Brazilian Drummer Marcos Odara
Marcus Odara is a Brazilian drummer and educator specializing in Afro-Brazilian percussion. He is a master of Afro-Brazilian drumming and teaches classes in Oakland and Berkeley, sharing his expertise in instruments like atabaque, agogo, pandeiro, repinique, surdo, and cuíca.
6 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
4 events,
7 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
6 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
6 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
6 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
4 events,
7 events,
Oakland’s Magic Kitchen
Oakland’s Magic Kitchen
A Series of Family-Friendly Cooking Shows Back for its third season, Oakland’s Magic Kitchen brings the heart of Oakland’s food scene to Aesop’s Playhouse—live, family-friendly, and full of flavor. And this year's lineup? It's bringing the heat! Created especially for kids and their grownups, this playful cooking show invites top local chefs to prepare delicious, easy-to-make dishes on stage with some help from everyone’s favorite furry friend, Quercus. Throughout each show, chefs guide the audience through a step-by-step recipe while Quercus keeps the littlest foodies engaged with fun questions, an ingredient-spotting activity, and plenty of silly antics. Expect laughter, learning, and lots of creative, delicious, nutritious fare. Stirring up fun! A live, interactive cooking show at Aesop’s Playhouse Kid-friendly dishes made by top Oakland chefs Thoughtful conversations around food, culture, and basic cooking skills Call-and-response moments and simple movement to keep kids engaged Big energy and silly moments with Quercus on stage Meet and greet with Chef and Quercus Tasty samples for the audience to try Take-home recipe cards so you can cook together at home Bon appétit!, it’s time to meet, greet, and eat! 2025 Chef Lineup: Saturday, April 26 – Chef/Owner Janice Dulce from FOB Kitchen Saturday, June […]
12 events,
Juneteenth Celebration
Juneteenth Celebration
Pack up a picnic and spend the day celebrating freedom, resilience, and joy! Juneteenth at Fairyland is a day filled with cultural activities designed to inspire creativity, community, and reflection. Enjoy arts & crafts, games, captivating live performances, Juneteenth literature, and a guest appearance by Bay Area radio star Chuy Gomez. Celebration Schedule 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Block Tee printing. -Bring a light color t-shirt & get inspired. We'll provide everything else. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Games + Arts & Crafts 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. Daisy the Clown performances 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Chuy Gomez Live Broadcast, Meet & Greet, and Ticket Giveaway What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth commemorates the day when 250,000 enslaved people in the state of Texas, the last Confederate state to hold onto slavery as the Civil War ended, were declared free by the U.S. Army. While the 13th Amendment formally abolished slavery nationwide, Juneteenth marks a significant step in the process of emancipation of Black people in this country and a pivotal turning point for the nation as a whole. Juneteenth Extended Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy an extra hour of play on an extra special day! Get Tickets
6 events,
LakeFest Oakland
LakeFest Oakland, founded in 2018 in Oakland, CA, celebrates the rich culture and diversity that makes the city unique. Created by Oakland natives and operated by a dedicated team of Bay Area residents, LakeFest has grown into one of the largest cultural celebrations in Oakland. LakeFest is more than just a festival—it’s a heartfelt tribute to Oakland's history, creativity, and resilience. In recognition of its impact, former Mayor Libby Schaaf officially declared June 21st as LakeFest Day in Oakland. A family-friendly event where kids, pets, and community members come together to enjoy music, food, and culture, LakeFest Oakland embodies the vibrant energy that makes the city so special. This is truly Oakland. This year, stop by Fairyland's booth to enjoy arts & crafts, pick up park information, have fun at the Kids Zone, and then head into Fairyland to catch puppet shows and performances throughout the day. Location: Lake Merritt, Oakland CA Fairyland Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Lakefest Hours: 11am - 7pm Pricing: $10 per person Family-Friendly | Wheelchair Accessible | Dogs On Leash OK
6 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
6 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
7 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
9 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
4 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Fairy Fun Fair
Fairy Fun Fair
The circus comes to Fairyland for a day! Carnival amusement and circus magic take over the park for a full day of big top fun. Bouncy Houses, funhouse, circus performers, games, prizes, face painting, and nostalgic treats turn Fairyland into the family fun event of the summer.
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
8 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
6 events,
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Puppet Show: Pinocchio
Playing at the open-air Storybook Puppet Theater Showtimes: 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.