Things To Do on a Hot Fall Day Near Pleasant Hill

Where to cool off when it's nearly 100° and the pool season is over

Happy Labor Day | Pleasant Hill Family Events September 3–10

Fun, free events this week include museum free days, sporting events, live music, story times, animal encounters, and art programs

Giving Back: Where Pleasant Hill Families can volunteer

From food-sorting with your kids to taking care of animals, there are so many ways for Pleasant Hill families to give back to our community

Fall Events Incoming | Pleasant Hill Family Events August 27–September 3

Fun, free events this week include movie nights, outdoor concerts, story times, and crafts

I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream

Where to find the best frozen treats in Pleasant Hill and beyond

AYSO Kickoff Weekend | Pleasant Hill Family Events August 20–27

Fun, free events this week include outdoor concerts, story times, animal encounters, garden admission, and crafts

The Best Arcades Near Pleasant Hill

Where to play video games, pinball machines, claw machines, and interactive games in the East Bay Area

Monster Jam | Pleasant Hill Family Events August 13–20

Fun, free events this week include a car show, swimming, outdoor concerts, story times, and animal experiences, and Art in the Park

Art Activities for Crafty Kids

Studios, free workshops, and museums where kids can do arts and crafts

School's in Session | Pleasant Hill Family Events August 6–13

Fun, free events this week include concerts, museum free days, animal experiences, story times, and craft activities

It's National Night Out!

Join the Pleasant Hill Police Department tonight for a community BBQ, bounce houses, face painting, and more!

Back to School Scaries | Pleasant Hill Family Events July 30–August 6

Fun, free events this week include National Night Out, concerts, museum free days, outdoor movie nights, and craft activities

Where Kids Eat Free Around Pleasant Hill

A handful of local spots where a paying grown-up means a free meal for the little one

SoCal Road Trip | Pleasant Hill Family Events July 23–30

Fun, free events this week include concerts, outdoor movie nights, and craft activities

Bay Area Theme Parks for Kids of All Ages

Rides, coasters, and carousels throughout the Bay Area

Minions | Pleasant Hill Family Events July 16–23

Fun, free events this week include outdoor movie nights, concerts, and animal encounters as well as library events and free museum days.

Splash Pads and Pools Near Pleasant Hill

Your guide to the best ways to cool off this summer

Playing hooky | Pleasant Hill Family Events July 9–16

Kids Night Out Events Near Pleasant Hill

Where to take your kids so you can have a date night — or a quiet evening at home

Holiday Weekend | Pleasant Hill Family Events July 2–July 9

Celebrating the 4th of July in Pleasant Hill

Everything you need to know for fireworks, the parade, and more

Free State Parks Pass | Pleasant Hill Family Events June 25–July 2

Bay Area Farms, Zoos, and Other Places to See Animals

Fun family activities in and around Pleasant Hill for animal lovers

Celebrating Father's Day | Pleasant Hill Family Events June 18-25

Family Campgrounds Near Pleasant Hill

From Mt. Diablo to Big Trees — the best spots for a family camping adventure