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, November 30, 2023
9:00 am – 3:30 pm: Visit the Little Farm @ Tilden Little Farm, BerkeleyFriday, December 1, 2023
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm: MOCHA Art Workshop @ Berkeley Central Branch @ Central Library | Berkeley Public Library, BerkeleySaturday, December 2, 2023
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Creature Feature: Meet Animals @ Tilden Regional Park, Berkeley11:00 am – 7:00 pm: Drop-In Art Making at BAMPFA @ Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA), Berkeley
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Santa on Solano Ave. @ Peggy Smith Allstate Insurance, Berkeley
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm: Women's Basketball: Cal vs. Saint Mary's @ Haas Pavilion, UC Berkeley, Berkeley
More Family-Friendly Berkeley Stuff to Know
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.
Paws to Read: A Cuddly Option for Young Readers
Children can practice reading to trained furry friends in supportive literacy programs found at various East Bay library branches.
Christmas Tree Lightings in the East Bay & San Francisco
This list of 2023 Christmas tree lightings provides festive options for families in the East Bay and beyond.
Where to Get Photos with Santa in the East Bay
Where to get your Santa photos in the East Bay, Oakland, Alameda, or Berkeley and our nearby vicinity all month long.
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.
Follow the Tasty {510} Cookie Trail
Where to get delicious cookies with your kids, where to play, and how to sneak some for yourself after bedtime!
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!
14 East Bay Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
We found 8 (some with multiple locations) restaurants in the East Bay where kids eat free. Skip cooking some night and grab dinner here.
Codornices Park in the Berkeley Hills
Codornices Park in Berkeley has so many features that my visits have changed completely as my kids have grown older with new parts to enjoy.
7 East Bay Yoga Studios with Prenatal Yoga
Stressed, exhausted, or excited about an upcoming birth? Prenatal yoga just might be the place for you.
