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, June 25, 2025
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Storytime on the Lawn @ North Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley3:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Play + Build with LEGOS @ Mr. Mopps’ Children’s Books & Toys, Berkeley
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm: Magic Show @ West Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley
Thursday, June 26, 2025
9:30 am – 12:00 pm: Together Wee Move with the Story-Time Band @ Codornices Park, Berkeley10:00 am – 4:00 pm: Community Picnic @ Grove Park, Berkeley
Friday, June 27, 2025
8:35 pm – 11:00 pm: Movies in the Park: The Wild Robot @ San Pablo Park, BerkeleyMore Family-Friendly Berkeley Stuff to Know
Gymnastics Classes for East Bay Kids
Lots of local facilities host gymnastics classes for kids of all ages from toddlers through teens.
Free & Cheap Activities in Tilden Regional Park
Tilden Park has fantastic free activities for families. Some of our favorite family places in Tilden Regional Park are totally free. Which ones do you ...
Swim at Strawberry Canyon Pool in the Berkeley Hills
Most of the pool is dedicated to recreational swimming, and about a third is shallow, warm, kid-friendly water.
When are Lake Temescal and Lake Anza Open for Swimming?
Lake Temescal and Lake Anza are open weekends until Memorial Day, then daily all summer. But wait! Check the water quality before you go.
Get Free Museum Entry with Discover & Go
Powered by our local libraries, Discover & Go gets you and your kids in free to some of our most popular museums and attractions for ...
East Bay Classes for a Great Workout With a Baby in Tow
Want to workout with baby in tow? We love group exercise options that make it possible for moms to bring baby along. Here are 5+ ...
5 Open Gyms with Drop-in Hours
If your kid is bouncing off the walls, check this list of places where that kind of thing is welcome.
15+ Places to Run with a Jogging Stroller in the East Bay
From Lafayette to Richmond, and Berkeley, great paths for any runner with a jogging stroller. Here are 13 places to run with a baby on ...
10+ East Bay Yoga Studios with Prenatal Yoga
Stressed, exhausted, or excited about an upcoming birth? Prenatal yoga just might be the place for you.
Spring Break Camps in the East Bay
It’s that time of year: Spring Break! Here is a list of programs that offer one-week sessions while school is closed during April.