Play Pleasanton

A haven for swimming, fishing, boating, picnicking and birdwatching can be found at Shadow Cliffs, only a mile from downtown Pleasanton on Stanley Boulevard.  Developed by the East Bay Regional Park District, the 266-acre park includes walking trails and an 80-acre lake with ample parking facilities and picnic grounds for visitors of all ages. Read more...

The Pleasanton Public Library inspires, informs and enriches our community through its’ resources, programs and events.  Children, teen, and volunteer services are also available. Read more...

The Pleasanton Tennis Center offers adult classes ranging from skill development to cardio tennis as well as Corporate Friday lessons.  League play for doubles and singles challenge ladder are also offered. Courts are available on a reservation or drop-in basis for open play. Read more...

Located in the heart of historic Downtown Pleasanton, Museum on Main offers a permanent history exhibit, rotating exhibits, regularly scheduled lectures, family programming, walking tours, in-house school presentations, and themed events related to the Tri-Valley area’s rich history.  Be sure to check the Museum’s schedule for hours and special events. Read more...

Pleasanton is home to 42 community and neighborhood parks, approximately 24 miles of trails and over 800 acres of undeveloped open space.  You are sure to enjoy a pleasant walk, adventurous bike ride or an exciting day of sports at the many park and trail facilities in town. Read more...

The moderate climate of Pleasanton and the surrounding Tri-Valley makes golfing a year-round activity.  Pleasanton is home to three golf courses including the award-winning municipal Callippe Golf Course, the Pleasanton Golf Center and a private golf course at Castlewood Country Club. Read more...

The Dolores Bengtson Aquatic Center (DBAC) is Pleasanton’s newly renovated premiere aquatic facility, featuring a 50-meter pool, shallow pool with slide, and 25-meter ‘L shaped’ lap pool with attached diving well. Pools are heated to a balmy 80 degrees, and open year-round. The center offers recreational swimming for all ages as well as Learn to Swim programs, water fitness classes, Read more...

If you’re a BMX rider, or would like to be, come out to the BMX Park!  The park serves all riding levels, from young beginners to seasoned veterans. There’s a track for beginners and young children as well as a mountain bike area and challenging jumps for more experienced riders. Read more...

Pleasanton offers a variety of performing, visual, and literary arts through its Civic Arts program.  Come experience a series of professional entertainment, our annual free Shakespeare in the Park, Movies in the Park, the popular Poetry, Prose & Arts Festival and poetry reading series.  Take a downtown guided art walk or peruse the numerous public art pieces around town, and Read more...

This unique site tells the story of California from its earliest human history. This fully interpretive park reveals the history of the Amador Valley and a rare glimpse of times past in Pleasanton’s history.  The dramatic overlook of the valley from here is not to be missed! Read more...