Visit Berkeley

03/03/2025

It’s 🦆

Berkeley is lucky to be home to hundreds of birds and also along the migratory path of even more

From neighborhood turkeys, bushy tailed brown squirrels, deer, and everything in between 🦌

What’s the most memorable wildlife sighting you’ve experienced here?

1: Red-Tailed Hawk by
2: Ruby Crowned Kinglet by
3: Male Common Merganser by

02/22/2025

Are you ready to flourish? Then sign up for the 2 Day Wellness Retreat March 8 & 9 with here in Berkeley ✨

Breakfast and lunch are included so you can focus on rest and healing from 9-5

Hope to see you there 🧘🏿‍♀️🧘🏽‍♀️🧘🏻‍♀️

02/20/2025

Thanks to everyone who entered our giveaway! Congrats to for winning 2 tickets to the 14th Annual Toast to Black Wineries and Diverse Art

We’ll be in touch via DM to help with arrangements and can’t wait to enjoy with you!

Didn’t win? There’s still time to purchase tickets and become a member of

02/20/2025

New Menu Items 🤩

This delicious cardamom panna cotta is Not.Too.Sweet! yet oh so flavorful and texturally decadent 😋

The chicken chops were delightful after enjoying some of the spicier items like the crispy and heavenly Gobi Manchurian and Tenali Chicken

Don’t miss this hidden gem in the .district

02/15/2025

This is your chance to win an amazing experience in Berkeley! To enter, make sure you’re following us and tag the person you’d bring as your +1.

Each comment counts as an entry. A random winner will be selected by February 19th. For a bonus entry, share this post to stories ⭐️

They’ll receive:

🎟️ 2 Tickets to the 14th Annual Black Vines Festival which includes access to tastings, keepsake glasses, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, and a whole lot of joy. This is a JaaS—Joy as a Service!

🛏️ 1 (One) night stay at the DoubleTree by Hilton Berkeley Marina with guaranteed early check-in for the night of the event, February 22nd

💰 $75 dollars in Berkeley Bucks, our local currency accepted at over 100 restaurants and shops

Good luck!

02/14/2025

Cheers to Valentine’s Day! There’s special Valentine’s Day menus at a list of restaurants right in our blog. The is always a great, elevated destination. Chocolate in a caffeinated vehicle like this moka from .us using and limited edition flavors from

There’s so many ways to have a delicious time when you

02/12/2025

Attention Berkeley restaurants, wineries, bars, and food service businesses!!!

Visit Berkeley is excited to bring back Berkeley Restaurant Week for March Munch Madness, March 21-31, 2025.

The clock is ticking so make sure to register by Friday, February 21, 2025 before it closes ⏰⏰⏰

Register here: https://www.visitberkeley.com/food-drinks/restaurant-week/

All dining/drink deals are welcome, and can fall in line with one (or more) of the 5 “Tasty Tiers”:

$10-$20: Layup Tier
$20-$30: Jump Shot Tier
$30-$40: Three Pointer Tier
$40+: Full Court Press Tier
🌱Plant Based Tier- Vegan/Vegetarian🌱

🏀🍫 Nibble and Dribble! Visit Berkeley is excited to bring the sweet magic of chocolate into the game this March. 🏀
Get creative and add March Madness & Chocolate to your menu offerings with TCHO Chocolate! Game viewing dinners, chocolate-infused specials, catering pop-ups, and drink deals to cheers and cheer on your favorite teams.

Thanks to TCHO Chocolate, you can add premium chocolate to your menu and enjoy 15% off wholesale prices when you participate in Berkeley Restaurant Week.

TCHO Chocolate is offering this special discount, along with social media support for all restaurants that feature TCHO on their menus during the event. Whether you're creating a chocolate-infused dish, a decadent dessert, or a March Madness-inspired chocolate drink, TCHO is your go-to source for premium ingredients.

If you’d like to get in on the action, go to:
https://sojnrwhlrs1.typeform.com/to/WdFA6lFh
to order TCHO chocolate and start planning your March specials with a sweet twist!

02/12/2025

Today , we celebrated the unveiling of a new public restroom at Telegraph and Channing

“The City of Berkeley Public Works Department is opens this new facility as part of ongoing efforts to improve public infrastructure and enhance convenience for residents, students, and visitors.

This restroom, located in a high-traffic area, features modern, durable construction with environmentally-friendly elements and full accessibility for all users.” -

It was a great event and we enjoyed customized treats from

02/07/2025

Berkeley is honored to be home to the world premiere of The at our beloved

You don’t want to miss this incredible cast and the performance is breathtaking, tear-inducing, and relatable to both young and old theater goers 🪼

There’s an option to write a note to your 12 year old self and interesting jellyfish facts in the stalls of the restroom

Tickets are going fast so reserve yours today! And why not make a reservation for dinner nearby and a convenient overnight stay, just a short walk away?

It’s a brilliant way to Berkeley

02/06/2025

Have a romantic and fantastic time on Saturday February 15th and learn from the ever talented Amanda, owner of

Reserve your spot for $45 and leave with a heart shaped cheese board to serve as your base for countless beautiful charcuterie arrangements in your near future

Perfect activity at a woman-owned bar with a woman-owned catering company.

Hit up Tessier tomorrow for first Friday! They open at 3 and is poppin up

https://www.visitberkeley.com/events/valentines-theme-charcuterie-workshop/

02/06/2025

This Saturday! Celebrate Lunar New Year on from 12 to 4 PM

Schedule as follows:

1-2pm Martial Arts Demo
2-3pm Lion Dance
3-4pm Store Blessing Parade

Kid-friendly Art Activities throughout the day

See you there! 🐍

02/05/2025

Want to make a charcuterie board like a pro? Feel the love and sign up for this very special event on the Wine Block with The Grazing Company and Tessier Winery

Discover your Berkeley. From vibrant Downtown Berkeley to the storied history of Telegraph Avenue, there is something for the Berkeley in everyone.

02/05/2025

Try an array of 16 of the best local beers and vote for your favorite in a blind taste test. Join us for East Bay All-Stars on March 2nd!

02/03/2025

Are you ready to experience A Love Letter to the Bay? To kick off weekend, join on Friday February 14th

The starting lineup:

.patrick minnick


Right after the Celebrity/Rising Star
Games are over, COME JOIN US for the most amazing

💫1 hour PANEL presented by

💫2 hour CONCERT & AWARDS SHOW

💫EXCLUSIVE VIP AFTERPARTY YOU WILL NEVER FORGET at in partnership with

CO-HOSTED by former player & former VP & Author/Designer and Board Member

01/21/2025

🍷✨ Cheers to Berkeley's wine culture!

Join UC Berkeley alumni at the 3rd Annual Wine Tasting Event on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, from 4–7 PM located atop Cal Memorial Stadium, providing a uniquely Cal-spirited atmosphere with panoramic Bay views for an unforgettable wine-tasting and dining experience. Taste incredible wines crafted by winemakers from the Cal alumni community, showcasing their talent and passion for winemaking!

🎟️ Get your tickets now:

Join CAA for an unforgettable wine tasting event featuring Cal alum-connected wineries

01/18/2025

Fill your cup with positivity, connection, and a little extra care tomorrow

Sunday, January 19th, is Open Sundayz at Studio Zero-a vibrant afternoon of wellness, creativity, and inspiration that’ll leave you feeling recharged and ready for the year ahead

☺️ CIEL’S CREATORS MARKET
🎶 LIVE MUSIC
💆🏻‍♀️ WELLNESS

12 PM - 4 PM

📍 Ciel Creative Space - 932 Parker St. #3, Berkeley,
CA

Proceeds from this event will support two impactful organizations: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles and The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies.

01/11/2025

Dear Los Angeles,

Your community’s strength, kindness, and resilience are inspiring, and we are awestruck by the firefighters and first responders working in extreme and challenging conditions.

Visit California’s Travel Alert is a comprehensive resource with updated guidance from local authorities and resources for those in the affected areas. Stay safe and know we are with you. As fellow Californians, we are committed to and confident in Southern California’s imminent recovery.