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 24, 2026
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Storytime on the Lawn @ North Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley3:00 pm – 4:30 pm: LEGO Play @ Mr. Mopps’ Children’s Books & Toys, Berkeley
Friday, June 26, 2026
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Summer Fridays @ Epicurious Garden, Berkeley8:35 pm – 11:00 pm: Movies in the Park: Jurassic World Rebirth @ Glendale La Loma Park, Berkeley
Saturday, June 27, 2026
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Family Story Time @ Central Library | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Insect Party! @ Tilden Nature Center, Berkeley
More Family-Friendly Berkeley Stuff to Know
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.
Berkeley Park Profile: Cedar-Rose Park
Cedar-Rose Park in North Berkeley has a little fenced-in tot lot, wide open field, and big kid playground making it a great option for mixed ...
Best Pizza in the East Bay for Families
50 favorite East Bay pizza places beloved by kids & families sliced up by type of crust including 10 for half-baked!
Lunar New Year in the Bay Area is a Family-Friendly Celebration
As the Year of the Horse approaches, a handful of wonderful kid-friendly Lunar New Year celebrations pop up around the Bay Area.
Favorite East Bay Food Halls for Families
Choose your own dining adventure at a food hall. Here are our favorites with dozens of meal choices to please even the pickiest taste buds.
Parents’ Guide to Solano Avenue
The one-mile stretch of Solano Avenue, running through Berkeley and Albany features over 200 businesses ranging from ballet to boba.
Hike With Kids Through UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley
Take your kids on a nature-filled hike at UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley. Mine love it any time of year for giant cacti & colorful ...
What to Do With Kids in Berkeley’s Westbrae Neighborhood
The Westbrae Neighborhood of Berkeley, at the crossroads of Gilman and the Ohlone Greenway, is a perfect kid-friendly destination for a sunny day.
5 East Bay Spots to Get Even Wetter on a Rainy Day
Outdoor spots to take kids after -- or during -- a rainy day in the East Bay.
Coding Classes & Camps for East Bay Kids
7 local resources for helping kids get into coding.
