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, April 25, 2024
9:30 am – 11:00 am: Together Wee Play Drop-In @ Frances Albrier Community Center (San Pablo Park), Berkeley3:30 pm – 5:00 pm: MOCHA Art Workshop @ Berkeley West Branch @ West Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm: Stay & Play Bilingual Concert @ George Florence Park, Berkeley
Friday, April 26, 2024
3:30 pm – 5:00 pm: MOCHA Art @ Berkeley Central Branch @ Central Library | Berkeley Public Library, BerkeleySaturday, April 27, 2024
10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Drop-In Open Art Lab @ Sticky Art Lab, Berkeley11:00 am – 4:00 pm: Berkeley Bay Festival @ Berkeley Marina, Berkeley
More Family-Friendly Berkeley Stuff to Know
Holiday Tea at the Claremont Hotel
This elegant holiday tea at the historic Claremont is perfect for family time that doesn't center around Santa or gifts. My daughter and I were ...
10-ish Places 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!
Secret Spots: John Hinkel Park in North Berkeley
There's a terrific playground at John Hinkel Park, plus paths to explore for those who like a climb.
Where to Find Monarch Butterflies in the East Bay
It's that time of year where Western monarchs gather in Northern California. Find out where to find them in the East Bay!
Paint Baby Keepsakes at Brushstrokes
Paint baby keepsakes at Brushstrokes Studio by getting footprints on pottery. We like mugs and tiles the best.
Reservations Required: Christmas Pedicab Adventure
This Christmas-themed outdoor adventure for your family may be just the thing to kick off your holiday season.
Date Night: 18 East Bay Parents’ Night Out (PNO)
PNO is a drop-off kid party hosted in which children eat pizza, have dessert, and play with other kids of a similar age until way ...
Best Bay Area Christmas Events for Families
Our favorite family-friendly Bay Area Christmas event picks for toddlers to teens.
Hanukkah Guide: Family-friendly Activities for the Festival of Lights
This Hanukkah Guide for East Bay kids has listings for menorah lightings & Hanukkah events in Oakland, Berkeley, Richmond & beyond.
Sponsor Spotlight: Black Pine Circle School
Black Pine Circle is a private school in Berkeley with healthy student/teacher ratio and a dedication to inquiry for students K-8.
