El Cerrito’s 12th Annual Hillside Festival on May 2–3 is back with a mix of old favorites and brand new hikes and events. More than a dozen events will entertain and educate both young and old about the plants, animals, geology and history of El Cerrito’s 100-acre natural wonderland, the Hillside Natural Area.
Visit their website for the full schedule. Events start from trailheads throughout the Hillside and touch on native flora and fauna, insects, geology, fire safety, and habitat restoration. Events especially for young people include the ever-popular Nature Scavenger Hunt with prizes and Insect Exploration. Haiku by the haiku contest winners will be read during a Haiku Hike and displayed throughout the hillside. They’ll end the festival with snacks and bluegrass music by El Cerrito-based Fresh Picked band. All events are free!
Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the activity organizer or venue as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.
