Berkeley City Club
Dreams Fulfilled
In 1929, Julia Morgan designed the Berkeley Women's City Club, the collective vision of its 4000 female members: Lush gardens and courtyards provided sanctuary. A library and roaring fireplace brought great friends and conversation together. An invigorating pool enlivened body and spirit. More than a building, the Women's City Club fulfilled dreams.
Today, the Berkeley City Club is a private club for both men and women, and a meeting place for Berkeley's arts and culture community. Morgan's "little castle" has been renovated and is an exciting destination hotel for architecture-lovers and a favorite venue for weddings and special occasions.
More than a building, the Berkeley City Club continues to inspire friendships, celebrate beauty and nourish dreams.
Public Events & Theatre Performances
'Take the Plunge'
A special opportunity for a swim in Berkeley City Club’s beautiful warm pool!! Don a period costume -1920s, 30s, 40s, 50s, or even last year’s fashion - then take a plunge in the beautiful Julia Morgan-designed Berkeley City Club swimming pool. It will be a wet and wild affair! Enjoy a swim (2-4 PM), have a refreshing shower (towel included) More
Berkeley Chamber Performances
The five-concert BCP series begins on Tuesday, September 14 with Trio Brillante, comprised of Tom Rose, clarinet; Caroline Lee, viola; and Betty Woo, piano. The Trio will perform works by Glinka, Francaix, Mendelssohn, and Mozart.’ General admission for individual concerts is $25; high school students, free; post-secondary students, $12.50. Wheelchair accessible. To enjoy dinner in the Club's dining room before the concert, More
Cental Works presents....Machiavelli's THE PRINCE
July 17 through August 22. Following last summer's sold-out world premiere run at Central Works, Machiavelli's The Prince returns to the captivating setting of the Berkeley City Club. As the second offering in the company's 20th Anniversary Season (1991-2010), this engrossing drama pits 'Master Machiavelli' against the new Duke of Florence in a clash of faith and reason. More
Open Mic at the Little Castle
For all singers, songwriters and lovers of music! Cash bar & complimentary snacks. Enjoy dinner in the Club's dining room before the show with advance reservations. More