Free things to do
Plenty of local events cost nothing. Below is a free historic site worth a trip, followed by free events from our calendar. Always check the official site for current fees and details.
Last checked October 19, 2026. Each place links to its official page; hours, fees and closures change, so confirm there.
Places to start
Danville
Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site (National Park Service) ↗Tao House, where playwright Eugene O'Neill wrote his last plays. The park says it is a free site, reservations are required, and visitors ride a complimentary shuttle that boards in Danville.
Coming up
Dublin Library High School Teen Program Proposals for Library Programs Closes Today
When: Mon, Oct 19
Dublin Library · Dublin, Tri-Valley
5th Annual Tiny Art Show
When: Mon, Oct 19
Castro Valley Library · Castro Valley, Alameda County
The Library Wellness Team
When: Mon, Oct 19 · 10:00 AM
Concord Library · Concord, Central Contra Costa
Neighborhood Business Assistance (by appointment only)
When: Mon, Oct 19 · 10:00 AM
West Oakland Branch Library · Oakland, East Bay
English Learning Circle
When: Mon, Oct 19 · 10:00 AM
81st Avenue Branch Library · Oakland, East Bay
Tai Chi
When: Mon, Oct 19 · 10:15 AM
Walnut Creek Library · Walnut Creek, Central Contra Costa
Yoga Class for Adults
When: Mon, Oct 19 · 10:30 AM
San Pablo Library · San Pablo, West County
Chair Yoga
When: Mon, Oct 19 · 10:30 AM
Rockridge Branch Library · Oakland, East Bay
Toddler Storytime
When: Mon, Oct 19 · 10:30 AM
Main Children's Room Library · Oakland, East Bay
Art Club for Adults
When: Mon, Oct 19 · 11:00 AM
Brookfield Branch Library · Oakland, East Bay
Coffee & Connection
When: Mon, Oct 19 · 11:30 AM
Concord Library · Concord, Central Contra Costa
Baby Bounce
When: Mon, Oct 19 · 11:45 AM
Lakeview Branch Library · Oakland, East Bay
More ideas: Danville · Livermore · Pleasanton · With kids · Rainy day · Outdoors
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