Berkeley
There are tons of things to do in Berkeley, CA with kids. We’ve rounded up the best playgrounds, parks, restaurants, annual events plus tons of other activities for families in Berkeley.
Best Kid-Friendly Berkeley Places
Upcoming Events for Berkeley Kids & Families
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
9:30 am – 11:00 am: Together Wee Play Drop-In @ Frances Albrier Community Center (San Pablo Park), Berkeley4:30 pm – 6:00 pm: Weekly LEGO Build @ Central Library | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
9:30 am – 12:00 pm: Together Wee Play Drop-In @ James Kenney Park & Community Center, Berkeley10:30 am – 11:00 am: Story Time on the Lawn @ North Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley
10:30 am – 11:30 am: Tilden Tots @ Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm: MOCHA Art Workshop @ Berkeley West Branch @ West Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley
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Offering childbirth preparation classes and other workshops for new parents in Berkeley.
Spring Break Camps in the East Bay
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