Big Break Regional Shoreline

Big Break Regional Shoreline Park is open 365 Days per year, no entry fee. Visitor Center is open Wed-Sun, 10-4p

Big Break Regional Shoreline is a shoreline park operated by the East Bay Regional Park District; part of the great 1150-square-mile Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta.

The visitor center will be CLOSED on Wednesday, August 26th, but the park will remain open.Regular visitor center hours ...
08/26/2026

The visitor center will be CLOSED on Wednesday, August 26th, but the park will remain open.

Regular visitor center hours will continue on Thursday, August 27th.

08/22/2026

🍦🌿 Celebrate the Flavors of the Delta!

Join us Saturday, August 22 & Sunday, August 23, from 2–3pm for a deliciously creative afternoon! We’ll make our own ice cream and experiment with custom flavors.

📍 Meet at the Visitor Center
🎟️ Drop-in program — no registration required
👨‍👩‍👧 Adult participation required

Come ready to scoop, stir, and get creative with the flavors of the Delta!

🌿 Sip & Stroll at Big Break! 🍈Whether you’re joining us with friends, planning a date night, gathering for girls’ night ...
08/20/2026

🌿 Sip & Stroll at Big Break! 🍈

Whether you’re joining us with friends, planning a date night, gathering for girls’ night out, unwinding after Back to School Night, or simply looking for a peaceful evening in the park—come join us for Sip & Stroll at Big Break!

📅 Thursday, August 20
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
✨ Adults Only | 18+

Enjoy a relaxing patio social hour featuring Big Break–inspired mocktails and light hors d’oeuvres, get creative with a fun art activity, and then wind down with a peaceful sunset stroll through the park.

It’s an evening designed for relaxation, connection, creativity, and a chance to experience Big Break Regional Shoreline in a whole new way.

Bring a friend, bring your date, or come enjoy a little quiet time for yourself. We’d love to see you there!

Join us at Big Break this weekend for family-friendly fun in the Delta!🦦Chalk the PatioSaturday, August 15 | 10:00 AM–12...
08/14/2026

Join us at Big Break this weekend for family-friendly fun in the Delta!

🦦Chalk the Patio
Saturday, August 15 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Bring out your inner artist on the patio of the Big Break Visitor Center! You will have your own square to chalk up with a beautiful image and/or words. The theme is Otters.

🎨Delta Discovery Craft
Saturday, August 15 | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
Join us for our weekly nature-based activity! The Delta reveals wonders to those willing to seek them. Discover the hidden world of Big Break through hands-on crafts inspired by nature.

🌿Big Break Nature Walk
Saturday, August 15 | 2:00 PM-3:00 PM
Explore seasonal changes in the ever evolving wetland habitat.

🎭Puppet Playtime
Sunday, August 16 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
Explore the natural world through storytelling. Craft a puppet, create your own story, play with friends and enjoy a seasonal puppet show.

🌿Big Break Nature Walk
Sunday, August 16 | 2:00 PM-3:00PM
Explore seasonal changes in the ever evolving wetland habitat.

All programs are free and drop-in, no registration required. We hope to see you there for a weekend of exploration, creativity, and outdoor fun!

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Chalk the Patio!Bring out your inner artist on the patio of Big Break Visitor Center! Create your own chalk masterpiece ...
08/13/2026

Chalk the Patio!

Bring out your inner artist on the patio of Big Break Visitor Center! Create your own chalk masterpiece in a designated square using beautiful images, words, or both. The theme is Otters!

Saturday, August 15 | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM

Free, drop-in program. No registration required. See you there!

Come rain, shine or heat we will be out in the park with our last summer campfire tonight!*Bring a water bottle. Ice wat...
08/08/2026

Come rain, shine or heat we will be out in the park with our last summer campfire tonight!

*Bring a water bottle. Ice water, misters and a Delta breeze will help cool us down tonight.

Incredible Insects Campfire
Saturday August 8, 6:30-8pm

Activities include:
S'mores
Imaginative Ant Crawl
Facepainting
Caterpillar Craft
Butterfly Costumes
Storytime
and more!

Beat the heat (or embrace it), this weekend at Big Break Regional Shoreline.Cool Indoor Programs:Storytime, Saturday 8/1...
07/30/2026

Beat the heat (or embrace it), this weekend at Big Break Regional Shoreline.

Cool Indoor Programs:
Storytime, Saturday 8/1 10:30-11am
Delta Discovery Craft, Saturday 8/1 11am-2pm

Outdoor Exploration:
Big Break Nature Walk, Saturday 8/1 and Sunday 8/2, 2-3pm

*All programs meet at the Visitor Center.

Sip & Stroll at Big Break! 🍈📅 Thursday, July 16🕡 6:30–8:00pm✨ Adults Only | 18+ EventThis month's Sip & Stroll celebrate...
07/15/2026

Sip & Stroll at Big Break! 🍈

📅 Thursday, July 16
🕡 6:30–8:00pm
✨ Adults Only | 18+ Event

This month's Sip & Stroll celebrates one of the Delta's most unique plants—Pickleweed! Discover how this salt-loving plant thrives in our marshes while enjoying our featured mocktail, the Slough Side Sipper, a refreshing celery-inspired creation.

Join us for an evening at Big Break Regional Shoreline designed for relaxation, connection, and creativity. Enjoy a patio social hour with Big Break–inspired mocktails and light hors d’oeuvres, create a nature-inspired art project, and end the evening with a peaceful sunset stroll through the park.

Whether you're gathering with friends, planning a date night, or simply looking to unwind, Sip & Stroll is a wonderful way to experience Big Break after hours.

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🌿 What do you know about Deer Valley?We're inviting our community to take a quick survey to help us better understand wh...
07/14/2026

🌿 What do you know about Deer Valley?

We're inviting our community to take a quick survey to help us better understand what people already know about the Deer Valley project and how you'd like to receive updates in the future.

Your feedback will help us improve communication and ensure everyone stays informed as the project moves forward.

Scan the QR code on our flyer or visit the survey link to participate!
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Address

69 Big Break Road
Oakley, CA
94561

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4am

Telephone

(510) 544-3050

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