Children's Fairyland

"Vibrant, longtime amusement park pairing a storybook motif with rides & theatrical performances."

Children's Fairyland is a 10-acre storybook theme park on the shores of Lake Merritt in Oakland, California, designed for families with children ages 0 to 8, and available for private parties. The park features storybook playsets, rides, puppet shows, live performances, friendly animals, and hands-on activities, with a dedicated party coordinator available for private events. Fairyland opened in 1950 as one of the first parks designed for children and has operated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit since 1994, with financial support allowing 4,000 low-income children to attend for free each year. Located on the shores of Lake Merritt in Oakland, California. Reviewers note the colorful, well-maintained grounds, easy parking, an on-site party coordinator who escorts guests to their reserved zone, and the possibility of coinciding with seasonal events such as Lunar New Year dragon dancers.