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
Friday, October 23, 2026
10:00 am – 10:50 am: Community Preschool Yoga @ Yama Kids Yoga, Berkeley3:30 pm – 5:00 pm: MOCHA Creative Art Play @ Central Library | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley
Saturday, October 24, 2026
10:00 am – 1:00 pm: Drop-In Open Art Lab @ Sticky Art Lab, Berkeley12:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Elmwood Trick or Treating @ Elmwood Neighborhood | Berkeley, Berkeley
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Howl-O-Ween Costume Contest @ Fourth Street Makers Row, Berkeley
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Costume Dance Party for Queer Families @ West Branch | Berkeley Public Library, Berkeley
More Family-Friendly Berkeley Stuff to Know
Ticket Alert: Cal Performances Drum Tao
Cal Performances brings the best of music, dance, and theater from around the globe to Bay Area audiences.
Cal Bears Baseball: Good, Cheap Fun
Daytime baseball and softball games at Cal are easy family outings, especially when discounted. See the new schedules.
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+ ...
Youth Soccer in the East Bay: A Parent’s Guide
Where, how, and when to sign kids up for soccer programs that match their developmental level.
Free & Cheap Activities in Tilden Regional Park
Tilden Park has fantastic free and low-cost activities for families. Which one of our favorites do you love?
A Parent’s Guide to Martin Luther King Jr Way in North Berkeley
6 places to know about for parents who travel through North Berkeley
Ticket Alert: Family Matinees at Rialto Cinemas
Cerrito Rialto and Elmwood Theatre welcome families to their free weekend matinees. Tickets available in advance.
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!
