Still looking for something to do this weekend? Check out these spring- and egg-themed events happening in and near San Mateo this weekend!

Easter Bunny Photos at Hillsdale Shopping Center
Through April 4

The Easter Bunny is set up in Macy's Center Court for photos through April 4, making it easy to pop in during a shopping trip. Little ones who are still figuring out their feelings about giant bunnies will appreciate the relaxed, indoor mall setting.

Photos from $28. Walk-ins welcome

Eggstravaganza at San Mateo Central Park 
Saturday, April 4, 9am-noon

Celebrating nearly 50 years, this beloved community event is a rite of passage for San Mateo families. The big news for parents of the tiniest egg hunters: there's a dedicated Peter Rabbit's Playground in the gazebo for little ones age 3 and under, hosted by San Mateo Building Blocks. Older kids (4–9) can join the main wristband egg hunt at Fitzgerald Field. Beyond the hunt, the event includes a Spring Bunny photo station, a costume contest, food vendors, and performances by PAL Ballet Folklorico and Puppet Art Theater Co. A heads-up: Online wristband reservations for the main egg hunt have sold out, but a limited number of walk-up wristbands will be available on the day.

Free. Arrive early for walk-up wristbands

Belmont Egg Adventure Hunt at Twin Pines Park
Friday, April 3, 4:30-5:30 pm and Saturday, April 4, 10am–noon

Belmont is offering two separate events this year. On April 3, there's a smaller, preregistration-required evening adaptive hunt in the meadow — a lovely low-key option for little ones who might get overwhelmed by larger crowds. On April 4, the bigger hunt kicks off with 18,000 eggs and four golden eggs hidden for kids ages 3–10, organized by age group so your toddler isn't competing with five-year-olds. Easter Bunny photos and refreshments round out the morning. Bring your own basket!

Free. April 3 requires advance signup. Note arrival times

Foster City Egg Hunt at Leo J. Ryan Park
Saturday, April 4, 10am–noon

Foster City hosts their egg hunt at the scenic Leo J. Ryan Park meadow, right along the lagoon. A well-organized neighborhood event that's great for stroller-age kids — the flat park terrain means easy maneuvering for parents and wobbly toddler walkers alike.

$10

Easter Bunny Arrives by Helicopter! at Hiller Aviation Museum
Saturday, April 4, 10am–noon

If your toddler is obsessed with planes and helicopters (and which one isn't?), this is the event of the season. The Easter Bunny makes a dramatic arrival at the Hiller Aviation Museum via helicopter, touching down at the San Carlos Airport. The day also includes face painting, a bounce house and slide, and model train displays, plus everything the aviation museum itself has to offer. A genuinely unique combo of aviation wonder and Easter magic that you won't find anywhere else on the Peninsula.

Museum admission applies.

Easter Egg Hunts at Lemos Farm — Half Moon Bay
Through April 5 (Hunt times: 10am most days; 1pm on April 5)

Lemos Farm is hosting large Easter egg hunts on multiple weekends through Easter Sunday, with egg hunts included in the price of admission. That same ticket gets your family unlimited access to pony rides, train and hay rides, a petting zoo, farm slides, bounce houses, and more. This is a full half-day (or full day!) adventure and an absolute dream for toddlers who love animals and outdoor exploration. Kids 14 months and under are free.

~$32–$37 kids · $17 adults · under 14mo free

For a rundown of all the latest kid-friendly events on the Peninsula, check out Klabbit.

Slide Ranch Family Farm Day – Muir Beach, April 4

Earth and Arbor Day Festival – Cupertino, April 4

Penguins & Pajamas Sleepover at Cal Academy – San Francisco, April 10

Family Astronomy – Oakland, April 10

Science Fridays (Free) – Oakland, April 10

Between the Lines by Playful People – April 10-12

SF Jazz Family Matinee – San Francisco, April 11

Roundtable Reading: Fast Pitch by Nic Stone – Berkeley, April 11

Family Nature Adventures – Oakland, April 11

2nd Saturdays on the Farm – Watsonville, April 11

Carquinez Model Railroad Society Open House – Crockett, April 11 & 12

Model Trains at Roaring Camp – Felton, April 11 & 12

Bugology with Insect Discovery Lab – San Francisco, April 11, 25

Marine Science Sunday – Sausalito, April 12, 26

Sensory Friendly Family Concert (Free) – San Francisco, April 18

Spring Shindig – Alameda, April 18

Tri Valley Innovation Fair – Pleasanton, April 18

Sensory Friendly Family Concert (Free) – Palo Alto, April 18

Terrarium Craft at Lowes (Free) – Several Locations, April 18

Pete the Cat – San Francisco, April 18-May 3

Northern California Cherry Blossom Parade (Free) – San Francisco, April 19

Sensory Friendly Family Concert (Free) – Berkeley, April 19

Messy Art Day (Free) – El Cerrito, April 19

Viva Calle (Free) – San Jose, April 19

Mary Poppins by PYTC – Pleasanton, April 24

Hansel and Gretel – Mountain View, April 24, 25

Kids Night at the Museum – Santa Rosa, April 25

Spring Farm Tour at Deer Hollow Farm – Cupertino, April 25

The Princess and the Pea by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, April 26-27

Matilda the Musical by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, April 30-May 17

For a rundown of all the latest kid-friendly events on the Peninsula, check out Klabbit.

Storytime at the Foster Museum (Free) – Palo Alto, March 1, 22
Free First Friday at the San Mateo County History Museum (Free) – Redwood City, March 6
Family Art Making at de Young Museum – San Francisco, March 7
Women’s Heritage Day – San Jose, March 7
Holi Fest – San Jose, March 7
Planetarium Shows – Cupertino, March 7, 14, 21, 28
Slide Ranch Family Farm Day – Muir Beach, March 7, 21
Marine Science Sunday – Sausalito, March 8, 22
Royal Ball – Burlingame, March 13
SF Jazz Family Matinee – San Francisco, March 14
San Francisco Giants Fan Fest (Free) – San Francisco, March 14
Family Tour at the DeYoung (Free) – San Francisco, March 14
The Amazing Bubble Show – San Francisco, March 14
St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Free) – San Francisco, March 14
2nd Saturdays on the Farm – Watsonville, March 14
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration – Dublin, March 14, 15
Penguins & Pajamas Sleepover at Cal Academy – San Francisco, March 14, 28
Newsies by PYT – Mountain View, March 14-22
Open Cockpit Day – Oakland, March 15
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration – San Carlos, March 15
Bay Area Science Championship – Milpitas, March 16
Shamrock Scavenger Hunt – Belmont, March 17
DLUX Puppets’ Peter Pan – Walnut Creek, March 19, 20
Bay Area Garden Railroad – San Carlos, March 21
Nowruz at Children’s Discovery Museum – San Jose, March 21
Lawnmower Craft at Lowes (Free) – Several Locations, March 21
The Pout Pout Fish – Santa Rosa, March 22
Spring Eggstravaganza – San Jose, March 28
The Ugly Duckling by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, March 28, 29
Sound of Music Sing-a-Long – San Francisco, March 29

For a rundown of all the latest kid-friendly events on the Peninsula, check out Klabbit.

Storytime at the Foster Museum (Free) – Palo Alto, February 1, 15

Free First Friday at the San Mateo County History Museum (Free) – Redwood City, February 6

Very First Concert (Free) – San Francisco, February 7

James Henry Percussionist (Free) – Redwood City, February 7

Very First Concert (Free) – Palo Alto, February 7

Valentine Fun Run & Kid Dash – Campbell, February 7

Lunar New Year at Children’s Discovery Museum – San Jose, February 7

Planetarium Shows – Cupertino, February 7, 14, 21, 28

Lunar New Year at Children’s Fairyland – Oakland, February 7, 8

Lunar New Year Celebration (Free) – Belmont, February 8

Marine Science Sunday – Sausalito, February 8, 22

Science Fridays (Free) – Oakland, February 13

Sweetheart Dance – Belmont, February 13

Martina the Beautiful Cockroach – Mountain View, February 13, 14

Music for Families – San Francisco, February 14

Slide Ranch Family Farm Day – Muir Beach, February 14

Peppa Pig My First Concert – Walnut Creek, February 14

Engineering Explorations (Free) – Livermore, February 14

Second Saturday at Gamble Garden – Palo Alto, February 14

Cinderella by World Ballet Company – Campbell, February 14

2nd Saturdays on the Farm – Watsonville, February 14

SF Jazz Family Matinee – San Francisco, February 21

Family Art Making at de Young Museum – San Francisco, February 21

Penguins & Pajamas Sleepover at Cal Academy – San Francisco, February 21

Lunar New Year at OMCA – Oakland, February 21

Lunar New Year Lion Dance (Free) – Oakland, February 21

Lunar New Year at SJMA – San Jose, February 21

Goldilocks and the Three Bears by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, February 21, 22

Bay Area Logical Reasoning Championship – Cupertino, Dublin, Fremont, Milpitas, San Jose, Mountain House, February 22

The Eyes & The Impossible by Dave Eggers – San Francisco, February 26 – March 15

The Putnam County Spelling Bee by CMTSJ – San Jose, February 27 – March 8

Kids and Family Expo (Free) – Albany, February 28

Lunar New Year Celebration (Free) – Oakland, February 28

Seaside Storytime (Free) – Redwood City, February 28

Lunar New Year Family Day at Filoli – Woodside, February 28

For a rundown of all the latest kid-friendly events on the Peninsula, check out Klabbit.

Wake up the Farm – Fremont, January 1

Magic Show with Brian Scott (Free) – Fremont, January 2

Free First Friday at the San Mateo County History Museum (Free) – Redwood City, January 2

Family Photo Fun Crafternoon (Free) – Berkeley, January 3

Mysterious Monarchs – Fremont, January 3

Storytime Science for Kids at the Exploratorium – San Francisco, January 3, 10

Family Storytelling at the Asian Art Museum – San Francisco, January 4

Storytime at the Foster Museum (Free) – Palo Alto, January 4, 18

TK/Kindergarten Readiness Info Session with Wornick (Free) - Zoom, January 7

Musical Story Time @The Freight – Berkeley, January 8

Science Fridays (Free) – Oakland, January 9

Second Saturday at Gamble Garden (Free) – Palo Alto, January 10

El Día de los Tres Reyes Magos – San Jose, January 10

Family Art Making at de Young Museum – San Francisco, January 10, 24

Science Fun! @ Wornick Jewish Day School (Free) - Foster City, January 11

The Adventures of Pinocchio – Mountain View, January 16, 17

Harlem Globetrotters – San Jose, January 17

The Addams Family – Pleasanton, January 17-25

Model Railroad Show – Walnut Creek, January 17 & 18

Penguins & Pajamas Sleepover at Cal Academy – San Francisco, January 17, 31

Harlem Globetrotters – San Francisco, January 18

Sundays at the Asian Art Museum – San Francisco, January 18

LEGO Day (Free) – Berkeley, January 24

Cinderella by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, January 24, 25

Once Upon a Mattress by Children’s Theater Association – San Francisco, January 24-February 28

Art Making for All Ages (Free) – Berkeley, January 25

Bay Area Math Championship – Fremont, January 25

The Wiz by Broadway San Jose – San Jose, January 27-February 1

Goodnight Moon by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, January 28-February 15

Slide Ranch Family Farm Day – Muir Beach, January 31

Family Tour at the DeYoung (Free) – San Francisco, January 31

Lunar New Year Lion Dance (Free) – Oakland, January 31

Family Yoga at Hidden Villa – Los Altos Hills, January 31

For a rundown of all the latest kid-friendly events on the Peninsula, check out Klabbit.

Community Skate Day (Free) – San Mateo, December 2, 16
Madeline’s Christmas by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, December 4-21
Finding Neverland by CMTSJ – San Jose, December 5-14
Polar Palooza (Free) – Pacifica, December 5-6
Art of Manga Cosplay Day – San Francisco, December 6
$5 Day at the Lawrence – Berkeley, December 6
Pet Adoption Event at Pup Plaza – San Jose, December 6
Planetarium Shows – Cupertino, December 6, 13
Weekend Farm Tour – Los Altos Hills, December 6, 20
Holiday LEGO Show – Palo Alto, December 6-January 10
Storytime at the Foster Museum (Free) – Palo Alto, December 7
Menorahs and Miracles – San Jose, December 7
A Christmas Carol – Walnut Creek, December 10-21
Midwinter Revels – Hayward, December 12-21
Circus Bella – San Francisco, December 12 – January 4
Lighted Boat Parade and Fireworks (Free) – Sausalito, December 13
Frozen Movie with SF Symphony – San Francisco, December 13
Winter Craft Day at Randall Museum – San Francisco, December 13
Family Tour at de Young Museum – San Francisco, December 13
Cartooning for Kids – San Francisco, December 13
Budding Birders (Free) – Fremont, December 13
Hometown Holidays (Free) – Redwood City, December 13
The Great Train Show – Pleasanton, December 13, 14
The Gift of Nothing – A Musical for Children of All Ages – Mill Valley, December 13-23
Marin MOCA Free Family Day – San Rafael, December 13
Hanukkah Party with Isaac Zones (Free) - San Carlos, December 14
Marine Science Sundays at The Marine Mammal Center – Sausalito, December 14, 28
Musical Storytime at The Freight (Free) – Berkeley, December 18

SF Jazz Family Matinee – San Francisco, December 20
Family Astronomy – Oakland, December 20
Star Party at Crestview Park (Free) – San Carlos, December 20
Winter on the Wharf – Santa Cruz, December 20
The Gingerbread Man by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, December 20-22
The Physics Show – Los Altos Hills, December 20-January 10
Ricky Roo & Friends (Free) – Berkeley, December 22
Once Upon a Time Step – Pleasanton, December 22
Bubble Sam (Free) – Berkeley, December 27
Jurassic Quest – Pleasanton, December 27-30
Japanese New Year Bell Ringing Ceremony (Free) – San Francisco, December 28
Noon Years Eve at Bay Area Discovery Museum – Sausalito, December 31
Happy New Year Charlie Brown – Santa Rosa, December 31
Thrive City Kwanza and New Year’s Eve Celebration – San Francisco, December 31
Balloon Drop at Chabot Space and Science Center – Oakland, December 31
Noon Year’s Eve at Hiller Aviation Museum – San Carlos, December 31
New Year’s Eve at Gilroy Gardens – Gilroy, December 31
New Year’s Train – Santa Cruz, December 31

For a rundown of all the latest kid-friendly events on the Peninsula, check out Klabbit.

Halloween Hoopla (Free) – San Francisco, November 1

Día de los Muertos & Diwali Celebration in the Presidio (Free) – San Francisco, November 1

Día de los Muertos Celebration with SF Symphony – San Francisco, November 1

Dia de los Muertos Celebration – San Rafael, November 1

Napa Dia de los Muertos – Napa, November 1

Dia de Muertos Health and Wellness Fair & Sugar Skull 5K Run – Milpitas, November 1

Dia de Muertos Celebration – Mountain View, November 1

Dia de Los Muertos at Children’s Discovery Museum – San Jose, November 1

Fall Open House and Train Show – Santa Clara, November 1, 2

Fun on the Farm (Free) – San Ramon, November 1, 8, 15, 22

Planetarium Shows – Cupertino, November 1, 15, 22

Diwali Celebration at Asian Art Museum (Free) – San Francisco, November 2

Blankets & Blockbusters: A Minecraft Movie (Free) – San Francisco, November 2

Storytime at the Foster Museum (Free) – Palo Alto, November 2

Diary of a Wimpy Kid by CMTSJ – San Jose, November 5-9

Glow Night Golf – Cupertino, November 6

Alice in Wonderland Jr. – Campbell, November 6-8

Family Night Under the Stars – San Francisco, November 7

Annie by Berkeley Playhouse – Berkeley, November 7 – December 21

Slide Ranch Family Farm Day – Muir Beach, November 8, 22

Family Nature Adventures – Oakland, November 8

Dia de los Muertos – Colma, November 8

Second Saturday at Gamble Garden (Free) – Palo Alto, November 8

San Francisco International Hip Hop DanceFest – San Francisco, November 8, 9

Shrek the Musical by PYT – Mountain View, November 8-16

Newsies by Playful People – San Jose, November 8-16

Marine Science Sundays at The Marine Mammal Center – Sausalito, November 9, 23

Popovich Family Pet Theater – Palo Alto, November 15

AndyZ Concert (Free) – Redwood City, November 15

Raptor Fest (Free) – San Jose, November 15

The Emperor’s New Clothes by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, November 15, 16

Star Party at Crestview Park (Free) – San Carlos, November 15, 22

Train of Lights – Fremont, November 21-December 30

SF Jazz Family Matinee – San Francisco, November 22

Cinderella performed by World Ballet Company – San Francisco, November 22

Barbie Movie with SF Symphony – San Francisco, November 28, 29

A Christmas Carol by Los Altos Theatre Company – Los Altos, November 28 – December 21

Nutcracker Sweet with San Francisco Chamber Orchestra and the Puppet Company  (Free) – San Francisco, November 29

Nutcracker Sweet with San Francisco Chamber Orchestra and the Puppet Company  (Free) – Palo Alto, November 30

Fall in the San Francisco Bay Area might not bring snowy landscapes or fiery foliage like the East Coast, but we make up for it with crisp coastal breezes, golden hills, and a lot of festive fall charm. And nothing says autumn like a trip to a local pumpkin patch!

Whether you're searching for the perfect carving pumpkin, looking to snap some seasonal family photos, or just craving a hot apple cider and a hayride, the Bay Area has plenty of pumpkin patches worth exploring. Here's a roundup of the best spots around the region for a perfect fall outing.

Top Pumpkin Patches in the Bay Area

1. Arata’s Pumpkin Farm — Half Moon Bay

Pro tip: Go early in the day (or on a weekday), especially in October when Half Moon Bay hosts its Pumpkin Festival.

2. Lemos Farm — Half Moon Bay

Tickets: Required for entry. Weekends sell out quickly, so book online in advance.

3. Pastorino Farms — Half Moon Bay

Fun tip: Stop at both Lemos and Pastorino in one trip—they’re walking distance apart!

4. Webb Ranch — Portola Valley

Parking: Easy and free! Entry tickets required on weekends.

5. ABC Tree Farms Pumpkin Patch – San Mateo

Bonus: No need to plan a whole day. Entrance and parking are free; fee for inflatables.

6. Queen's Pumpkin Patch — Saratoga

Ideal for: A casual afternoon outing or playdate. Note it can get crowded on weekends.

Tips for Visiting Pumpkin Patches

Make a Day of It

If you’re venturing to the coast, pair your pumpkin patch visit with a stop at:

Final Thoughts

Fall in the Bay Area might be subtle, but it’s filled with cozy magic—especially when you make time for simple seasonal traditions like picking out pumpkins, sipping cider, and spending time outdoors. Whether you're looking for a full-blown farm experience or just want to grab a few gourds with a city vibe, there's a patch for every kind of pumpkin lover.

For a rundown of all the latest kid-friendly events on the Peninsula, check out Klabbit.

Reading with Dogs – San Jose, October 16

Disney on Ice: Frozen & Encanto – Oakland, October 16-19

Port of Oakland Harbor Tour (Free) – Oakland, October 17

Moana Jr by Playful People – San Jose, October 17 – November 1

Family Harvest Campout – Muir Beach, October 17-18

Fall Family Sleepovers at Happy Hollow – San Jose, October 17-18

Moana Jr by Playful People – San Jose, October 17-19

SF Jazz Family Matinee – San Francisco, October 18

Cinema at the Cemetery: The Haunted Mansion (Free) – Colma, October 18

Palestine Cultural Festival – Redwood City, October 18

Spooky Times at Deer Hollow Farm – Cupertino, October 18

Fall Festivities at Happy Hollow – San Jose, October 18

Pet Adoption Event – San Jose, October 18

Math Festival (Free) – San Jose, October 18

Children’s Halloween Painting Class – Morgan Hill, October 18

Half Moon Bay Pumpkin Festival – Half Moon Bay, October 18-19

Star Party at Crestview Park (Free) – San Carlos, October 18, 25

13 Days of Halloween on the Wharf – Santa Cruz, October 19-31

Halloween Magic Show (Free) – Oakland, October 22

Disney on Ice: Frozen & Encanto – San Jose, October 23-26

Bhangra & Beats Night Market (Free) – San Francisco, October 24

Halloween Magic Show (Free) – Oakland, October 24

Fall into the Groove with Andy Z (Free) – Palo Alto, October 24

Day on the Bay – Alviso, October 24

Sunset Cinema: Coco – Santa Clara, October 24

Halloween for Families at Gamble Garden – Palo Alto, October 25

Monster Bash – Mountain View, October 25

Pumpkins in the Park – Milpitas, October 25

Monster Mash – Cupertino, October 25

Ninja Kidz Live: Infinite Possibilities – San Jose, October 25

Chang’e and the Moon by Palo Alto Children’s Theatre – Palo Alto, October 25-26

Cal Sailing Club Open House (Free) – Berkeley, October 26

The Music of Disney – Palo Alto, October 26

Animal Day at UC Botanical Gardens – Berkeley, October 26

Halloween Dia de los Muertos Family Fun Fest (Free) – Alameda, October 26

Halloween at The Boardwalk – Santa Cruz, October 26

Museum Mondays for Little Ones – Santa Rosa, October 27

Mayan Mam Día de los Muertos Celebration (Free) – Oakland, October 28

Coco Movie with Live Orchestra – San Francisco, October 29

Halloween Magic Show (Free) – Oakland, October 31