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Gift Ideas for the Ultimate Cal Fan

Just about every Cal grad and fan owns a Cal sweatshirt or hat. So, what do you give the ultimate Cal fan during the holidays?

November 17, 2020
cal berkeley themed cornhole, beanbags, and sweater

Don’t worry—the Cal Alumni Association (CAA) has you covered this season with our list of the best Cal gifts. Some are extra, some are out there, but isn’t that what the Berkeley spirit is all about? We think so.

Fuzzy Bear Hat

fuzzy bear hat

This timeless bear hat is the cornerstone of an over-the-top gameday (or everyday) ensemble.

Cal Bears Authentic Game-Used Football Cufflinks

pair of silver cufflinks with football leather

Made from footballs used during Cal games, these cufflinks are perfect for your waist-up virtual office wear.

UC Berkeley Memorial Stadium Seat Bottle Opener

wood and metal bottle opener made of seat from memorial stadium

Miss hearing Hey alumni: Go!? Grab the handle on this bottle opener made from authentic Memorial Stadium blue bench wood, in use from 1923–2010. (p.s. Bears!)

Cal Cornhole Set and Matching Cal Cornhole Bags

cal themed cornhole boards and beanbags with cal script logo

This Cal cornhole set and matching bags are definite backyard tailgate material. For bonus points, use these Oski cornhole bags.

Cal Bears Cheese Board and Tool Set

circular wooden board with cal logo and utensils for cheese

For the person who embraces the charcuterie trend (we want to see your best cheddar-cheese script Cal).

Cal Culinary Crafter Stencils

three silicone square stencils with cal oski, script, and walking bear

We see you, Instagram bakers. The rest of us can use these official Cal culinary stencils.

Cal Bears 20oz. Personalized Pilsner

pilsner glass with cal logo

This personalized glass literally has your Golden Bear’s name on it.

Cal Bears Wireless USB Keyboard

blue and gold keyboard with cal script logo

Because when they say “give me a C,” you deliver.

Cal Bears Jenga Set

jenga set and cover

This Cal Jenga set topples better than a trombone player in the end zone.

Cal Bears BBQ Set

apron with cal logo, mitt, chef hat, and tools for barbecue

Chef it up in this BBQ set—your guests will say “Oski Wow Wow.”

Vintage California Golden Bears Knit Wool Sweater

vintage blue sweater with  gold bear design

Got a party down in Newport? Be the best-dressed Bear in this vintage knit sweater.


We hope this helps you find a gift to impress even the most die-hard Cal fans in your life. (Bonus points: 22% of all purchases made through ShopCAA.com support the Cal Alumni Association.) Go Bears!