Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween
Sat, Oct 3, 4:00 PM-5:30 PM Claremont Branch, 2940 Benvenue AveFree
Halloween movie screening featuring a magical book and a mischievous ventriloquist's dummy.
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Right now we are peeking into Berkeley, CA
First Fridays at the Gilman Wine Block
Fri, Oct 2, 2026 Gilman Wine Block, 1340 Fifth StNot listed
First-Friday neighborhood gathering featuring Berkeley wineries and food.
Study Hall Rooftop Lounge: Live Music + DJs
Fri, Oct 2, 6:00 PM–12:00 AM Study Hall Rooftop Lounge, 2121 Center StFree
Live music and DJs with rooftop views at the Residence Inn Berkeley.
Open: Art Lab at BAMPFA
Fri, Oct 2, 2:00 PM–7:00 PM BAMPFA, 2155 Center StIncluded with admission
Drop-in, all-ages hands-on artmaking with activities and an Art Lab facilitator.
First Friday Sound Bath with Will Magid
Fri, Oct 2, 8:00 PM The Green Yogi$45
A First Friday sound-bath session featuring Will Magid of Balkan Bump.
Bilingual Baby Bounce @West
Fri, Oct 2, 2026, 10:30-11 AM West Branch Meeting RoomFree
Spanish-English songs and storytime activities for babies and toddlers.
Death From Above 1979: Private Lives Tour
Fri, Oct 2, 2026 The UC Theatre, 2036 University AveSee listing
Death From Above 1979 brings its Private Lives Tour to Berkeley.
Legally Blonde The Musical
Fri, Oct 2; time not listed Berkeley Playhouse, 2640 College AveCheck ticket price
Award-winning musical comedy following Elle Woods as she challenges stereotypes and discovers her potential.
Masquerade: Art to Wear Opening Reception
Sat, Oct 3, 4:00 PM–6:00 PM ACCI Gallery, 1652 Shattuck AveNot listed
Opening reception for a 35-artist exhibition exploring wearable art, fashion and self-expression.
Castle Rat: Summon The Beasts Tour 2026
Sat, Oct 3; time not listed The UC Theatre, 2036 University AveCheck ticket price
Medieval-fantasy heavy-metal concert featuring Castle Rat’s theatrical, lore-filled live performance.
Chess at North
Sat, Oct 3, 3:00 PM-5:00 PM North Branch, 1170 The AlamedaFree
Casual first-Saturday chess session for a range of ages and skill levels.
Goosebumps: The Movie
Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 2-3:45 PM Claremont BranchFree
Free screening of the family monster comedy based on R.L. Stine's Goosebumps books.
Live Jazz at Revival Bar+Kitchen
Sat, Oct 3, evening Revival Bar+Kitchen, 2102 Shattuck AveFree to attend
Saturday-night live jazz by local Bay Area ensembles, paired with cocktails and small plates.
Regional Parks Botanic Garden Tour
Sat, Oct 3, 2:00 PM Botanic Garden Visitor Center, 1550 Wildcat Canyon RdFree
One-hour docent-led garden tour focused on native plants and garden history. Space is limited to 10.
Gluten-Free Cookie Pop-Up
Sat, Oct 3, 11:00 AM–4:30 PM Tokyo Fish Market, 1220 San Pablo AveFree entry; cookies for purchase
Unruly Crumbs offers small-batch gluten-free cookies with Japanese-inspired and early-fall flavors.
Living Tantra Satsang
Sun, Oct 4, 10:45 AM The Green Yogi$39
A Living Tantra satsang session with Lisa Engles-Witter.
Legally Blonde The Musical
Sun, Oct 4; time not listed Berkeley Playhouse, 2640 College AveCheck ticket price
Award-winning musical comedy following Elle Woods as she challenges stereotypes and discovers her potential.
Headlands Brewing Oktoberfest 2026
Sun, Oct 4, 2026 Headlands Brewing, 1280 Gilman St and 2465 Bancroft WayNot listed
Oktoberfest celebration at Headlands Brewing's Berkeley locations.
Community Music Day 2026
Sun, Oct 4, 10:00 AM Crowden SchoolFree
A family-friendly community day centered on live music and musical activities.
Open: Art Lab at BAMPFA
Sun, Oct 4, 11:00 AM–7:00 PM BAMPFA, 2155 Center StIncluded with admission
Drop-in, all-ages hands-on artmaking with activities and an Art Lab facilitator.
Cal Sailing Club Open House
Sunday, October 4, 2026, sign-ups 1-2:30 PM Cal Sailing Club, 124 University AveFree
Free introductory sail on the Bay; first come, first served. Ages 5+ with an adult.
American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez
Mon, Oct 5, 5:30 PM-8:00 PM Central Library, 2090 Kittredge StFree
Documentary screening about playwright Luis Valdez, followed by a Zoom Q&A with its director.
Fireside Meeting: Paul Elder
Mon, Oct 5, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM The Hillside ClubFree for members; donation suggested for
Club historian David Mostardi presents the life of Berkeley publisher and bookseller Paul Elder.
Trivia Night at Eureka!
Tue, Oct 6, 2026, 7-10 PM Eureka!, 2068 Center StNot listed
Weekly trivia with food, drinks and prizes.
In The Stax Listening Session #1
Tue, Oct 6, 2026, 3-5 PM Central Library, People's Sonic ParkFree
A curated listening session showcasing the JOHN HENRY sound system.
Tuesday 10-Ball & LIVE Comedy Stand Up
Tue, Oct 6, 2026 BreakRoom Berkeley, 2035 University AveNot listed
10-ball pool tournament followed by live stand-up comedy.
MOCHA Creative Art Play @ THP South
Thu, Oct 8, 3:30 PM–5:00 PM THP South Children’s Room, 1901 Russell StFree
Kids and families make a different art project with a Museum of Children’s Art teaching artist.
Lightbridge Health Grand Opening
Wed, Oct 7, 10:00 AM 1928 Shattuck AveNot listed
Grand-opening event listed by AllEvents.
The Berkeley Forum: Jonah Peretti
Thu, Oct 8, 7:10 PM–8:30 PM UC Berkeley; venue not shown in listingNot listed
A Berkeley Forum conversation with Jonah Peretti, listed as part of the Fall 2026 collection.
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