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Berkeley Bay Festival 2026: Free Boat Rides, Live Music & Activities

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Saturday, May 2, 2026 - 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Shorebird Park Nature Center | 160 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94710

Event Details

Celebrate the San Francisco Bay at the Berkeley Marina and connect with the community through live music, food, and hands-on educational activities.

Join us for the Berkeley Bay Festival to enjoy:

  • Interactive learning exhibits
  • Fun activities
  • Boat rides
  • Food vendors
  • Free bike valet
  • Adventure Playground
  • Music by the West Grand Brass Band Taylor Mountain Band & Battria Batuki

This free family-focused event celebrates the Bay, its local wildlife, and the people and agencies dedicated to its protection. Over 30 environmental and wildlife conservation organizations from around the Bay will share their exhibits with the public.

Visit each organization’s table for interactive games, science knowledge and live animals! Visit the Shorebird Park Nature Center, Adventure Playground and even take a free boat ride.

The first Bay Festival was held at the Berkeley Marina in 1937, and since then has provided a perfect opportunity for a variety of organizations to educate and inspire about the wonders of the Bay.

Address: 160 University Ave Berkeley CA 94710
Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 11:00am – 4:00pm

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Earth Day, Fairs & Festivals, In Person, Kids & Families, Nature, Outdoors
Address: 160 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94710