Berkeley’s Fourth Street has the food, fun, and stuff to please folks of all ages. Up early? Love trains? Reptiles? Coffee? Toys? Come on.
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Top things to do with kids at Cal
Here are our top things to do with our kids at University of California at Berkeley’s “Cal” Campus: climb, sing, dinosaurs, research, run, and play!
10 free and cheap birthday party places
Ten spots to host a kid’s birthday party for cheap — or free!
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Codornices Park in the Berkeley Hills
There are so many features to explore at Codornices Park in Berkeley that my experience of it has changed completely as my kids have grown older. We find new parts to enjoy with every visit.
Pedalfest at Jack London Square (2019)
Pedalfest at Jack London Square — Oakland’s free celebration of bikes, family, fun, and food — is back on August 3rd from 11am to 6pm.
Crab Cove Beach and Visitor Center in Alameda
Children will enjoy exploring Crab Cove beach in Alameda, but start with the visitor center to get more out of your trip!
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5 Tot-Friendly Splash Parks in the East Bay
We’ve rounded up our favorite splash pads in the East Bay – perfect for pre-swimmers and toddlers to get cool in the summer heat.
Temescal Farmer’s Market with a stop by Frog Park in Rockridge
This Oakland playground is filled on Sundays with folks who have walked over from the Farmer’s Market. Try it any day of the week!
Berkeley Kite Festival (2019)
The FREE Berkeley Kite Festival, the most gigantic non-concert outdoor event I’ve ever been to, takes place in the Berkeley Marina July 27 and 28.
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How to know when Lake Temescal and Lake Anza are 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.
