Berkeley Bay Festival + Free Boat Rides (2025)

Submitted by the Event Organizer

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

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.

Music and entertainment include:

• 11:45 am – 1:00 pm
  Cool Operator – Reggae dance band
• 1:25 pm – 2:25 pm  
  Makuru – High energy West African dance band
• 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm  
  Los Boleros – Buena Vista Social Style Cuban music

Food vendors include: Brown Cap Organic Ice Cream, Curbside Kitchen, Roaming Bean Coffee, Dojo Dog, Royal Egyptian, and Southern Jazz Kitchen.

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.