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

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Patio at Cafe Reveille near Fourth Street Berkeley

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Upcoming Events for Berkeley Kids & Families

Monday, October 12, 2026

10:00 am – 6:00 pm: Halloween Bingo in the Elmwood @ Elmwood Neighborhood | Berkeley, Berkeley

Tuesday, October 13, 2026

10:30 am – 11:00 am: Baby/Toddler Storytime @ Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Worry Doll Craft @ North Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

10:30 am – 11:00 am: Storytime on the Lawn @ North Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm: Cal Men's Soccer @ Edwards Stadium, Berkeley

Thursday, October 15, 2026

3:30 pm – 5:00 pm: MOCHA at the Library @ Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley

More Family-Friendly Berkeley Stuff to Know

Ticket Alert: Berkeley Symphony Performing Free for K-12 Children

Berkeley Symphony announced that they'll be providing free tickets to four upcoming symphony performances for youth.

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Ticket Alert: Cal Performances Cirque Kalabanté

Experience WOW (World of Words), featuring traditional African movement, music, and mind-blowing acrobatics, Nov. 28-29, in Berkeley.

Ticket Alert: Bay Area Nutcrackers & Other Holiday Performances

Want to see the Nutcracker in Oakland? Here are some lovely holiday performances to choose from including larger- and small-scale theaters.

Halloween Events for East Bay Kids

Fun and safe Halloween events and activities for kids in Oakland, Berkeley, and surrounding areas.

Community Music Day at Crowden School is Back

Community Music Day at the Crowden School offers free hands-on music experiences for children.

What to Do With Kids on Berkeley’s Fourth Street

Berkeley's Fourth Street has the food, fun, and stuff to please folks of all ages. Up early? Love trains? Reptiles? Coffee? Toys? Come on.

Berkeley Birthday Party: Tilden’s Merry-Go-Round

Fun outdoor birthday party place: Tilden Park Carousel! The merry-go-round makes for an entertaining ride and a lovely backdrop. This one's pretty easy.