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
Thursday, June 19, 2025
9:30 am – 12:00 pm: Together Wee Move with the Story-Time Band @ James Kenney Park & Community Center, Berkeley12:00 pm – 2:00 pm: Juneteenth Family Brunch @ West Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley
Saturday, June 21, 2025
10:00 am – 11:30 am: Concert: Story Time Band with Asheba & Mariela’s Music Time @ Freight & Salvage Coffeehouse, Berkeley10:00 am – 5:00 pm: Dress-Like-A-Dragon @ Mr. Mopps’ Children’s Books & Toys, Berkeley
11:00 am – 7:00 pm: Drop-In Art Making @ Berkeley Art Museum (BAMPFA), Berkeley
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Summer Solstice Celebration @ Live Oak Park, Berkeley
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