Children's Fairyland is a nonprofit children's theme park in Oakland that runs summer day camps for ages 5-10, with one-week thematic camps and two-week theatre-based and stop-motion animation camps running June through early August. Full days mix park rides and play with arts and crafts, puppetry, gardening, and gentle-animal workshops, and a counselor-in-training program serves ages 12-14.
Sessions & rates
| Session | Dates | Ages | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Theatre Camp 19:00am – 3:30pmRegister → | Jun 1 – Jun 12, 2026 | 8–12 | $1130 | Past season |
| Thematic Camp: Witches, Wizards, Warlocks (Week 1)9:00am – 3:30pmRegister → | Jun 1 – Jun 5, 2026 | 5–9 | $500/wk | Past season |
| Thematic Camp: Gadget Galore (Week 2)9:00am – 3:30pmRegister → | Jun 8 – Jun 12, 2026 | 5–9 | $500/wk | Past season |
$1,100 Members / $1,130 Non-Members (per two-week session)
$485 Members / $500 Non-Members (per week)
PAST_SEASON; camp closed June 19
PAST_SEASON; camp closed July 3
$1,200 Members / $1,230 Non-Members (per two-week session)
Availability shown as of Aug 7, 2026.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Children's Fairyland directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Maggie LaiMy family had a lovely experience full of whimsy and book magic! My 4 year old and this child-at-heart adult thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Parking is difficult so give yourself time and patience. Be aware of the many no turning on red light and no u-turn signs. Have a credit card or coins ready because there is no tap to pay for street parking. 2 hour parking time limit and get a hand stamp for re-entry if you need to refeed the meter. A huge shout-out to the fairyland cafe food options!! Cafe has gluten free options, which our family very much appreciated. Thank you! We hope to come again!
★★★★★Amruta KadamThe amusement park is such a delightful place, especially for kids aged 3–5 who love rides and imaginative play. There’s a great mix of activities—we especially enjoyed the storytime and puppet show, which added a lovely touch to the experience. Visiting on a weekday made it even better, with little to no wait times, so the kids could fully enjoy everything at their own pace.
★★★★AJ FTruly an enchanting spot to spend the day, especially with little ones. The park is wonderfully interactive, offering countless opportunities for kids to explore, climb, and imagine.
★★★★★Laura CostaEven after 75 years, Fairyland is still magical. Play Structures are all in bright beautiful colors, gardens are meticulous, key boxes still work. I’m so honored to be able to share my childhood pastime with my 2 year old.
★★★★★Beat A. SchwendimannFairyland is a great little amusement park for children between 2-8 years old. The attractions and rides are mostly based on known fairy tales, from Mother Goose stories to Alice in Wonderland. At each attraction, children can listen to a short version of the fairytale from a speaker box, activated with a collectable key (3$). Attractions include a puppet theater, a train ride, a child sized ferris wheel, a carousel, numerous slides, and live animals. The park opened in 1950 and has been a popular attraction ever since. There is a restaurant on site, as well as picnic tables.