Get ready for a busy weekend in the San Jose area! We have everything from nature walks and free crafts to Easter celebrations and even a San Francisco circus adventure happening on April 4th and 5th, 2026.
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Free Kids Event: Sensory Explorers Feat. Crazy Aaron's® Putty
Lakeshore Learning Store
Free, messy sensory play for kids on Saturday morning in San Jose.
Crafternoons at the Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum
Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum
Free, family-friendly crafts indoors on Saturday or Sunday afternoon.
Kids Easter Bunny Tea Party
Rancho Santa Teresa · Chayakada
A sweet, themed tea party event specifically for younger children on Saturday morning.
· April 4
9CRAFTERNOONS AT THE ALMADEN QUICKSILVER MINING MUSEUMFREE : Head to the Mining Museum for a free family-friendly craft session. You can learn about local history and wildlife while making something fun to take home.It’s a great free indoor activity happening right in San Jose this Saturday.
: Take a short, interpreter-led hike to discover the area's beautiful wildflowers. It’s a wonderful chance to learn about local plant habitats.It's a wonderful, localized outdoor program on Saturday morning specifically for kids aged 7 and up.
JUNIOR PICASSOS: KIDS PAINTING MASTERY CLASS : Sign up the kids for a painting class at Valley Fair on Saturday morning. This seems like a dedicated art session focused on painting mastery for young artists.A dedicated, ticketed art class happening Saturday morning inside the Valley Fair mall.
: There’s a special Easter Bunny Tea Party happening Saturday morning in the Rancho Santa Teresa area. This is a perfect themed event for younger children this weekend.It's a specific Easter-themed event happening Saturday in San Jose.
: Catch the last weekend of this fun cartoon-meets-circus show in San Francisco. Expect giant puppets, aerial acts, juggling, and comedy suitable for all ages.This is a major entertainment event running all weekend, perfect for an indoor show day trip.
: Head over to Concord for Pixieland's Easter event! You can enjoy rides and collect special treats, with the Easter Bunny making appearances throughout the day on Saturday.It combines amusement park rides with an Easter theme, running Saturday (and Sunday).
EGGSTER EGG HUNT AND LEARNING FESTIVAL (FREE)FREE : This is touted as the largest annual egg hunt and learning festival in the Bay Area, happening free of charge in Berkeley this Saturday. The theme is 'Dinosaur Eggscavation.'It is a massive, free festival dedicated to egg hunts and learning, great for younger kids interested in dinosaurs.
RETRO ROADSHOW : Check out this unique event in Alameda focused on Sci-Fi, vintage electronics, computing, and gaming history. It looks interactive and fun for older kids and teens interested in tech.It offers a unique, tech-focused, interactive experience on Saturday that goes beyond the typical weekend fair.
: Celebrate Earth and Arbor Day in Cupertino this Saturday. This festival usually involves outdoor activities focused on nature and the environment, perfect for an eco-conscious family outing.It's a topical, localized celebration on Saturday focused on nature and the environment.
· April 5
2: Celebrate Easter with worship and activities, including a free egg hunt in the kids' rooms. Stick around after the service for a carnival with petting zoo, food trucks, and bounce houses.This is the most comprehensive local Easter activity listed, offering multiple services and a full carnival experience on Sunday.
: If you are heading towards San Francisco on Sunday, Little Oceanauts is hosting an Easter Egg-Spedition. This sounds like a fun, contained activity for younger children near the water themes.It's an Easter-themed activity happening Sunday, distinct from the many local egg hunts.
Also On· anytime this weekend
3FREE : Stop by the Lakeshore Learning Store on Saturday morning for a free sensory exploration session focused on Crazy Aaron's Putty. This is a great, low-commitment activity for younger kids.It's free, sensory-based play happening on Saturday morning locally.
FREE : Enjoy free admission to the New Museum Los Gatos this Sunday morning. This is a fantastic opportunity to expose the kids to art and culture in a relaxed setting.It’s a completely free cultural outing in the nearby town of Los Gatos this Sunday.
: If your kids need to burn off energy Saturday afternoon, check out this dance class in Palo Alto. It’s a great way to get them moving before dinner.It offers a structured movement activity for kids on Saturday afternoon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in San Jose this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are 3 free events clearly located in or very near San Jose: the 'Free Kids Event: Sensory Explorers Feat. Crazy Aaron's® Putty' Saturday morning, and the 'Crafternoons at the Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum' both Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
Are there any Easter events happening Sunday in San Jose?
Yes, the most comprehensive local Easter celebration is the 'Easter 2026 Service + Kids Experience' on Sunday, April 5th, featuring an egg hunt and carnival activities.
Where can I take the family for an indoor activity on Saturday?
For an indoor option, consider the 'Crafternoons at the Almaden Quicksilver Mining Museum' running from 12 PM to 4 PM, or the 'Free Kids Event: Sensory Explorers' at the Lakeshore Learning Store at 11 AM.
