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Winter at Fairyland is Magical

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Get Ready for a Fantastic Visit

Children’s Fairyland is a whimsical 10-acre storybook park on the shores of Oakland’s Lake Merritt, designed for families with little ones (ages 0-8). Explore magical playsets, meet friendly animals, watch puppet shows, and enjoy rides, live performances and hands-on fun in a safe, outdoor wonderland. Sparking imagination and joy since 1950!

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75 Years in the Making

For 75 years, Fairyland has been a place where families discover joy, belonging, and possibility. Hear directly from a few magic makers who share what Fairyland means to the community today and how our story continues to grow.

Created in collaboration with Talk Oakland.

Upcoming Events

Dia de los Muertos

Nov. 1, 7-8
Dia de los Muertos at Fairyland is alive with mariachi performances, a brand new Book Celebration with author Sara Andrea Fajardo, special guest appearances, and a spirited art exhibition featuring curated objects of beauty and artwork created by students from Escuela de la Familia Global in Oakland.

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Twas the Night

Dec. 11 | 6 to 10 p.m. | 21+
Adults-Only! Fairyland’s final adult night of the year is a holiday party + magical night market featuring an open-air vendor village, cocktails, DJ, food trucks, dancing under the stars, and a headlining musical act. Shop for unique, handmade gifts, party in the Park, and don your festive apparel!

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Fairy Winterland

Dec. 12-13, 19-20, 26-27| 12 to 7 p.m.
Twinkling lights, free hot cocoa, and a dazzling holiday extravaganza make Fairy Winterland a beloved Oakland tradition for over 20 years. Catch nightly performances, visit with Black Santa, enjoy arts & crafts, and play in a winter wonderland of snowball fights, ice fishing, and more seasonal surprises. 

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Countdown in Wonderland

Dec. 31 | 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fairyland’s Noon Year’s Eve is a blast before bedtime! Ring in the new year with a kid-friendly countdown set in the world of Alice’s Wonderland. Come for arts & crafts, puppet shows, bubble magic, noise makers, a Mad Tea Party photo op, cameo by the White Rabbit, and a proper BALL DROP at 12 and 3 p.m.

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