Kids Activities & Events Near Menlo Park, CA

Jul 15 – Jul 22 · 8016 events · 4089 free

Family-friendly activities in Menlo Park and within 50 miles — updated daily.

Also covering kids activities in: San Jose, Redwood City, Saratoga, South San Francisco, Palo Alto

This week there are 275 kids events on near Menlo Park, including 209 that are free. Look for events at Redwood City Public Library, Saratoga Library, and Educational Park, among others. These cover roughly 50 miles around town, including nearby San Jose and Redwood City. Filter by free or by what's on this weekend to find your fit.

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Things to do with kids in Menlo Park this week

Today — Wednesday, July 15

Wed, Jul 15·4 PM – 5 PM

Art Club

San Jose • Alum Rock · 18 mi

Free 🧒 Kids Ages 0–10
Wed, Jul 15·4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

STEAM Club

San Jose • Calabazas · 18 mi

Free 🧒 Kids Ages 5–12

Tomorrow — Thursday, July 16

Friday, July 17

Fri, Jul 17·10:30 AM – 11 AM

Baby Bounce

San Carlos • San Carlos · 6 mi

Free 👶 Baby Ages 0–5
Fri, Jul 17·2:45 PM – 3:45 PM

STEM Club

San Jose • Mt. Pleasant · 18 mi

Free 🧒 Kids Ages 5–12
Fri, Jul 17·4:30 PM – 5:30 PM

AnatoKidz

San Jose • Alviso · 18 mi

Free 🧒 Kids Ages 5–10

Saturday, July 18

Sat, Jul 18·11 AM – 12 PM

LEGO Club

San Jose • Rose Garden · 18 mi

Free 🧒 Kids Ages 5–12

Sunday, July 19

Sun, Jul 19·1 PM – 2 PM

Boardtime!

San Carlos • San Carlos · 6 mi

Free 🧒 Kids Ages 6–11
Sun, Jul 19·1 PM – 3 PM

Art Club

San Jose • Alum Rock · 18 mi

Free 🧒 Kids Ages 0–10
Sun, Jul 19·2 PM – 4 PM

LEGO® Fun!

San Jose • Bascom · 18 mi

Free 🧒 Kids Ages 5–12

Monday, July 20

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Questions about kids events in Menlo Park

What are free kids events in Menlo Park this week?

Yes, there are 4089 free kids events around Menlo Park this week. Think library story times, park programs, and community days. Tap the "Free" filter at the top to see just those.

What are the best things to do with kids in Menlo Park this weekend?

There are 74 family events on around Menlo Park this weekend, from outdoor festivals to art classes and live shows. Tap "Sat" or "Sun" in the day tabs to see just those.

Are there summer camps and multi-day programs near Menlo Park?

They show up as registration opens, usually spring into early summer. Tap the "Camps" filter and check back through the season as new ones get announced near Menlo Park.

How far do the Menlo Park event listings cover?

Everything's within about 50 miles of Menlo Park, so you'll see events in town and in the surrounding area. Each card shows how far it is, so you can skip the long drives on days you're not up for them.

How often are Menlo Park kids events updated?

Daily. We check local venue sites, parks departments, libraries, and community calendars around Menlo Park every day, and the page refreshes through the day so you're seeing current listings.

Which venues have kids events in Menlo Park this week?

This week's listings include Redwood City Public Library, Saratoga Library, and Educational Park. Each card shows how far the venue is and links to the source so you can check times and register.