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Things to do this weekend with kids in Los Gatos

What's actually on in the next few days, with times and ages.

Los Gatos is built for a two-hour outing — trail, creek, downtown treat — and the library calendar fills the rest of the week.

What's on for kids in Los Gatos

  • St. Mary's Country Fair

    Thu, Oct 8 · 5:00 PM · St. Mary's · Ages 5+

    Join for carnival rides, food, games, and live music! The event promotes community spirit and has something for everyone, including a Kid Zone with arts and games.

  • St. Mary’s Country Fair

    Thu, Oct 8 · 5:00 PM · St. Mary's Church · Ages 5–15

    Join us for St. Mary’s Country Fair featuring carnival rides, food, games, and live entertainment. The event includes a variety of attractions such as the Kid Zone, face painting, mini golf, and fun rides.

Within a short drive of Los Gatos

Activity ideas that work any day in Los Gatos

  • Build a Bottle Rocket

    Build a Bottle Rocket

    Design and build your own water-pressure bottle rocket, complete with fins for stability and a nose cone for aerodynamics. This activity is exciting because it combines hands-on engineering with the thrill of seeing your creation launch high into the sky. Kids this age enjoy the challenge of designing something functional, predicting its performance, and then testing their ideas in a dramatic way, making adjustments to improve their design. First, you'll gather your materials like plastic bottles, cardboard, and tape. Then, design and attach fins and a nose cone to create your rocket body. Next, set up the launch pad and carefully fill your rocket with water. Finally, use a pump to build pressure and watch your rocket blast off! To stretch the activity, try experimenting with different fin shapes, water levels, or even adding a parachute for a gentler landing.

    9-13 · Outdoor · 75 min

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  • Learn a Few Guitar or Ukulele Chords

    Learn a Few Guitar or Ukulele Chords

    Discover the joy of making music by learning a few basic chords on a guitar or ukulele. This activity offers a quick win, as kids can go from never playing to strumming simple tunes in one sitting. It's incredibly satisfying to hear the notes come together and realize they can play along to a favorite song, building confidence and sparking a potential lifelong interest in music. First, identify four easy beginner chords like C, G, Am, and F. Look up simple finger positions online or use a chord chart. Spend time practicing each chord individually until the notes ring clear, then work on smooth transitions between them. To stretch this activity, try looking up the chords to a simple song your child loves and learning to strum along.

    9-13 · Indoor · 45 min

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  • Make a Duct Tape Wallet

    Make a Duct Tape Wallet

    Design and build a unique, working wallet from colorful duct tape. This project lets you show off your creativity while making something genuinely useful that you can carry every day. It's satisfying to craft a practical item with your own hands, especially when you get to choose all the colors and design elements to make it truly yours. Start by choosing your favorite duct tape colors and planning where each will go. You'll layer strips of tape to create strong, flexible sheets, then cut and fold these sheets to form the wallet's pockets and main body. Don't be afraid to experiment with different tape patterns or add extra pockets for cards. To stretch the fun, try adding a clear ID window or a small coin pouch to your design.

    9-12 · Indoor · 45 min

    Open
  • Neighborhood Photo Walk

    Neighborhood Photo Walk

    Grab a camera or a phone and explore your neighborhood through a new lens. By focusing on a theme like textures, shadows, or colors, you'll discover familiar places in a fresh way and notice details you might usually miss. It's rewarding to capture interesting sights and then curate your favorite ten, turning everyday observations into a personal mini-gallery. Start by choosing a theme that sparks your interest for today's walk. Spend about 40 minutes wandering, taking many pictures related to your theme. When you get back, review all your shots and carefully select your top ten based on how well they fit the theme and how much you like them. To stretch the activity, try printing your favorite photos and arranging them into a physical display.

    9-13 · Outdoor · 60 min

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Questions parents ask about Los Gatos

What can you do with a toddler in Los Gatos on a rainy day?
The Los Gatos library is the dependable rainy-morning stop: storytimes for babies through preschoolers, plus a children's room you can stay in afterward. The indoor list for Los Gatos shows what's scheduled.
Are these activities free?
Library and trail time is free; downtown outings cost whatever you spend on lunch, and ticketed events link out to the organizer. Anything ticketed links out to the organizer so you can check the price before you go.
How often is this page updated?
Event listings refresh automatically from local sources, so past dates drop off on their own.
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