Children's Fairyland
About
America's First Storybook Theme Park
Children's Fairyland sits on 10 acres of Lake Merritt shore - America's very first storybook theme park, opened in 1950. The site includes 40-50 nursery rhyme-inspired playsets, small rides, performing arts, and small animals.
Drop-In & Family Programs
Programming centers on drop-in play, special performances, and rentable spaces. Programs include:
- Storybook playsets and rides
- Daily puppet shows
- Small animal encounters
- Birthday party rentals
- Special seasonal events (Halloween, holidays)
- Member-only mornings
What's Included
- General admission to all rides and playsets
- Daily puppet performances
- Story times and special events
Experience
Iconic Bay Area family destination since 1950 - low-key, kid-paced, especially good for toddlers and preschool. $19 adult/$17 child; under 1 free. Open Wed-Sun 10am-4pm. Not a camp provider but a regular outdoor outing that combines play with light nature on Lake Merritt.