Kids Activities & Events Near Palo Alto, CA

Jul 15 – Jul 22 · 7990 events · 4080 free

Family-friendly activities in Palo Alto and within 50 miles — updated daily.

Also covering kids activities in: San Jose, Redwood City, Saratoga, South San Francisco, Los Altos

This week there are 270 kids events on near Palo Alto (202 free). You'll spot listings at places like Redwood City Public Library, Saratoga Library, and Educational Park. It all sits within about 50 miles, including nearby San Jose and Redwood City. Use the filters up top to sort by free, age, or day.

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Things to do with kids in Palo Alto this week

Today — Wednesday, July 15

Wed, Jul 15·4 PM – 5 PM

Art Club

San Jose • Alum Rock · 17 mi

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

STEAM Club

San Jose • Calabazas · 17 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 · 7 mi

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

STEM Club

San Jose • Mt. Pleasant · 17 mi

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

AnatoKidz

San Jose • Alviso · 17 mi

Free 🧒 Kids Ages 5–10

Saturday, July 18

Sat, Jul 18·11 AM – 12 PM

LEGO Club

San Jose • Rose Garden · 17 mi

Free 🧒 Kids Ages 5–12

Sunday, July 19

Sun, Jul 19·1 PM – 2 PM

Boardtime!

San Carlos • San Carlos · 7 mi

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

Art Club

San Jose • Alum Rock · 17 mi

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

LEGO® Fun!

San Jose • Bascom · 17 mi

Free 🧒 Kids Ages 5–12

Monday, July 20

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Questions about kids events in Palo Alto

What are free kids events in Palo Alto this week?

Yes, there are 4080 free kids events around Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto this weekend?

There are 73 family events on around Palo Alto 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 Palo Alto?

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 Palo Alto.

How far do the Palo Alto event listings cover?

Everything's within about 50 miles of Palo Alto, 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 Palo Alto kids events updated?

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

Which venues have kids events in Palo Alto 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.