Berkeley for the Holidays

Shop, Dine and Explore this Holiday Season with Berkeley Bucks, the city of Berkeley's eGift card that is only redeemable in our community. With the new tap and pay feature set, redeeming Berkeley Bucks is easier than ever! For a limited time, buy a $75+ Berkeley Bucks Gift Card and receive a Bonus $25 Gift Card!

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Once upon a time, holiday shopping was actually something to savor; a time to celebrate the season, behold twinkling lights, and take a cheery, well-deserved break. In other words, something far from the frenzied antics that start in the pre-dawn hours after Thanksgiving!

There's at least one place where that throwback tradition of great holiday vibes lives on. Berkeley is bright with high-quality holiday experiences to celebrate the season. Joy, Berkeley-style includes finding a parking space, local and organic snacks (and craft beer and natural wine) on nearly every block, and an abundance of holiday spirit. Friendly shopping streets and local, independent merchants in neighborhoods all around.

Hosting family this year? Give them (and yourself) the space they deserve and book overnight accommodations at one of our Berkeley hotels! Special Holiday rates are offered by the hotels listed below.

For more things to do in Berkeley check out our ongoing local events calendar!