Sandbox Social Ventura

Sandbox Social march 14th

Weekend toddler meetups where kids play and parents actually get to connect

Come to the next hang →Find them here: Instagram • Facebook • Email ListJust show up. No RSVP needed.

What it isSandbox Social is a casual, recurring hang for young families in Ventura.No signups, no structure — just a consistent time and place where toddlers can play together and parents can connect nearby.

What happens

  • Kids play (playground, sandbox, bubbles, toys)

  • Parents chat nearby instead of hovering solo

  • People drop in and out — no pressure to stay

Who it’s for

  • Parents with toddlers and preschool-age kids (roughly 0–4 years old)

  • Families looking for an easy, low-pressure way to get out of the house

  • Parents who want to meet other local families

Siblings welcome!

Details

When:
Select Weekend afternoons (typically 3:00–5:30 PM)Where:
Barranca Vista Park
7050 Ralston St, Ventura, CA
Look for the Sandbox Social signs near the toddler playground.Cost:
Free to joinFind the next hang:
Instagram • Facebook • Email List

Just show up
No RSVP neededBring another toddler family with you

What parents are saying“This is such a great idea.”“We’re always looking for ways to meet other families.”“Will definitely come next time.”

FAQs

Do I need to RSVP?Nope! Just show up!Sandbox Social is designed to be easy and flexible.Drop in anytime and stay as long or as little as you want.Will there actually be other families there?Yes! We’ve had many families at each hang and are growing each week.You won’t be the only one showing up :)What ages is this for?Mostly toddlers and preschool-age kids (roughly 0–4).Siblings are absolutely welcome.Can I come if I don’t know anyone?Absolutely — that’s the whole point!Most parents come not knowing anyone and are looking to meet other local families.But – if you’re intimidated, bring another toddler family with you!Can I bring a baby / infant?Yes!Even if your child is too young to play just yet, it’s a great way to meet other parents.When is the next one?We currently host on select weekend afternoons and plan to expand from there.Follow along on Instagram and/or Facebook. You can also join the Email List to get the next time and location.What if I can’t make this one?No problem — there will be more!Follow along on social to stay in the loop! (Instagram, Facebook, Email List)Is this only on weekends?Right now, yes.We plan to explore weekday hangs in the future depending on interest.Do I need to bring anything?Just whatever you’d normally bring to the park.Snacks, water, and sun protection are most common.Optional: toys to share (bubbles, balls, trucks, etc.)Is it really free?Yes — free to join.Right now, Sandbox Social is completely free.As we grow, we may introduce optional paid events, special venues, or perks — but the goal will always be to keep it easy to show up and participate.

What to bring
Treat a Sandbox Social like any other outing with your toddler.Most families bring:

  • Snacks or a light meal (kids stay longer when they’re fed)

  • Water for you both

  • Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)

Optional (but encouraged):

  • A few toys to share (bubbles, balls, trucks, chalk, etc.)

Venues
We’re always looking for great spots for a toddler takeover.We prioritize places that are:

  • Safe and easy to keep an eye on kids (away from cars and heavy foot traffic)

  • Fun for toddlers (playgrounds, sandbox areas, open space to roam)

  • Comfortable for parents to hang and chat nearby (seating, visibility)

  • Shaded and pleasant to be at for a couple hours

  • Equipped with basics like bathrooms

  • Easy to get to and park(ing)

About

We're the Becketts - Tommy, Ashley, and our two daughters (2 years old and 4 months old)We're from southern California and moved to Ventura in Feb 2020.

We're always looking for ways to keep our toddler entertained.Often when weekend plans fell apart, or we had none to begin with, we found ourselves wondering "What are we gonna do for the next 3 hours?"Parks are great for kids…
but not always that fun for parents.And starting a conversation with another parent isn’t always easy.So we decided to make it easier.Sandbox Social is a simple idea:
kids play together while parents get a chance to talkToddler hangs that are fun for kids AND parents.We’re just getting started — hope to see you at a hang soon.

Questions? Comments? Ideas?

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