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Children and families gather near a fenced-in playground with swings on the left. To the right sits a large red, yellow, and blue bounce house on the grass. Adults sit at green picnic tables under the trees, watching kids play.

Host your event at a Berkeley park or facility

From birthdays to weddings, block parties to sports teams—reserve Berkeley parks, courts, and facilities for your next event.

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October is National Pedestrian Safety Month

Drivers are urged to slow down and be alert for pedestrians

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National Walk and Roll to School Day is October 8

Join our community to celebrate safe, active trips to school

A bicyclist bikes uphill on the protected bike lane on Bancroft Way

Southside: Now safer and easier to walk, bike, take transit

Overhaul of Southside streets improves safety, ease and reliability – while connecting to city, regional bike and transit networks.

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Apply for subsidy to buy an electric bicycle

Berkeley residents can enter monthly lottery to win rebate of up to $1,500 to buy an e-bike, making it even easier to bike around Berkeley.

A tree with the sun and the newly opened Willard Park Clubhouse in the background

Community event to celebrate sun and wind energy

On Sept. 21: Test ride e-bikes. See how you can electrify your home. Meet climate-focused neighbors, businesses, and City staff.

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Suspect arrested in connection with recent restaurant burglary

On September 3rd, officers arrested a man in connection with the burglary of Three One Four Pizzeria, Auto Options and Oak Barrel Winecraft.

A panoramic photo of California Memorial Stadium

For Cal football game-goers, weigh alternate transportation

Plan ahead: consider walking, biking, or taking public transit to avoid $225 parking fines or towing fees. Home game days in 2025 are September 6, 13; October 4, 17; and November 1, 29.