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
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
4:00 pm – 5:45 pm: Holdiay Movies @ Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley5:30 pm – 6:30 pm: Indoor Tree Lighting @ Claremont Club & Spa, Berkeley
Thursday, December 4, 2025
10:30 am – 11:30 am: Musical Story Time @ Freight & Salvage @ Freight & Salvage Coffeehouse, Berkeley11:00 am – 7:00 pm: Free First Thursdays at BAMPFA @ Berkeley Art Museum (BAMPFA), Berkeley
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm: MOCHA at the Library @ Tarea Hall Pittman South Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley
Friday, December 5, 2025
11:00 am – 11:30 am: Bilingual Baby Bounce @ West Branch | Berkeley Public Library, BerkeleyMore Family-Friendly Berkeley Stuff to Know
Black Pine Circle School Nurtures Intellectual Curiosity for Grades K-8
Read about Black Pine Circle School in Berkeley - a place where children learn to be curious and compassionate.
50 Things to Do With Bay Area Kids When School Is Out
Wondering what to do when school is out? Take one of these 50 fantastic Bay Area ideas and build your day around it.
Ticket Alert: Cal Performances Events at Zellerbach Hall
Cal Performances brings the best of music, dance, and theater from around the globe to Bay Area audiences.
Indoor Fun: 10+ Things to Do on Rainy Days in the East Bay
On a rainy day, here are some great indoor fun East Bay destinations to make your kids happy and run off those ya-yas!
Join Us: Baby’s Day Out with Kula at Spirited Play Labs
For parents with babies, 0 to 1, we are excited to welcome you to this beautiful, inclusive soft play space with a cozy infant lounge.
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.
Indoor Play Space in Berkeley: Children’s Club House
Children’s Club House in South Berkeley is a welcoming spot for parents seeking fun for their tiny tots.
Holiday Outing: Christmas at the Tilden Carousel
The Tilden Park Merry-Go-Round transforms every year to a magical winter wonderland. Look for cocoa, ornaments to buy, and sometimes Santa!
Ohlone Park Playground With Nature-Inspired Play Structures
The play structures are mostly made from logs, from climbing frames to swinging seats that challenge children with balance and coordination tasks.
Where to Mail Your Letters to Santa
Here's how to send your children's letters to Santa Claus, some with special mailboxes to the North Pole and some ways even easier!
