AA Meetings near Albany, California
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El Sobrante Fellowship
ESF Zoom
Park in parking lot across from front of building or on street. Smoking off property on street please.
Zoom ID: 258738422 Pw: 112695
Park in parking lot across from front of building or on street. Smoking off property on street please.
El Cerrito Fellowship Saturdays at 9:00 am
Meeting ID: 5103231212 Password: 316360 https://zoom.us/j/5103231212?pwd=VGZhL1NFMFFhQ1N2OFNOK3BXMnVCQT09
El Cerrito Fellowship Saturday (Last Saturday Speaker/Birthday Chip Mtg)
Meeting ID: 5103231212 PW: 316360 https://zoom.us/j/5103231212?pwd=VGZhL1NFMFFhQ1N2OFNOK3BXMnVCQT09
First Steps for Beginners
Meeting is now on Wednesday nights at 7:00pm. Check schedule.
Zoom ID: 417258856 Password: 461771
Saturday Morning Big Book
Located in the Main Room
Any meeting information change/update requests should be sent to Rockridge Fellowship’s Secretary Coordinator at: secretarycoordinator@rockridgefellowship.org
Located in the Main Room
In-Between Fellowship Saturdays at 9:00AM
Zoom ID: 876 1417 9429 PW: 425 726
Saturday Morning Big Book
Located in the Main Room
This meeting takes place in the Garden Room!
Any meeting information change/update requests should be sent to Rockridge Fellowship’s Secretary Coordinator at: secretarycoordinator@rockridgefellowship.org
Located in the Main Room
Russian Speaking AA Meeting
Zoom ID: 83522112864 Password: 3202
Dr Bob's Nightmare
Meeting is in the church basement. Entrance is down the walkway to the left of the main church building through the orange doors, then go down the staircase. You may also enter on the right side of the church building down the walkway BETWEEN the main church building (5951 College Ave) and the gym (5955 College Ave); walk to the end of the walkway and make a left down the stairs. *Sponsors Available*
Meeting is in the church basement. Entrance is down the walkway to the left of the main church building through the orange doors, then go down the staircase. You may also enter on the right side of the church building down the walkway BETWEEN the main church building (5951 College Ave) and the gym (5955 College Ave); walk to the end of the walkway and make a left down the stairs. *Sponsors Available*
LGBTQ and Allies
LGBT People of Color (POC)
Meeting ID: 929 5895 4791 PW: 0000
El Cerrito Fellowship Women's
Meeting ID: 5103231212 Password: 316360 The first Saturday of every month this meeting hosts a women's newcomers meeting.
Berkeley Fellowship Weekend Warriors: Women and Female Identifying
Fellowship Hall
BFAA Business Meeting: 1st Saturday of the month, 2PM Zoom ID: 859 1246 4634
Fellowship Hall
Berkeley Fellowship Noon Meditation Online
Zoom ID: 823 1030 0285
BFAA Business Meeting: 1st Saturday of the month, 2PM Zoom ID: 859 1246 4634
Dignitaries Sympathy
It is this meeting’s tradition to give constructive feedback.
Zoom ID: 5769625976 Password: bigbook
Daily Reflections
Located in the Main Room
Any meeting information change/update requests should be sent to Rockridge Fellowship’s Secretary Coordinator at: secretarycoordinator@rockridgefellowship.org
Located in the Main Room
El Sobrante Fellowship
ESF Zoom Living Sober
Park in parking lot across from front of building or on street. Smoking off property on street please.
Zoom ID: 258738422 pw: 112695
Park in parking lot across from front of building or on street. Smoking off property on street please.
In-Between Fellowship Meeting
Zoom ID: 876 1417 9429 PW: 425 726
Rap at Noon
12 noon Rap at Noon Everyday Meeting ID: 786 930 051 PW: gratitude Zoom call-in phone #: 669-900-6833
Meeting ID: 786 930 051 PW: gratitude
Courage to Change Saturdays at 1:00PM
Meeting ID: 836 6495 2757 Passcode: Courage
Beginners Topic/Discussion
Meeting ID: 883 559 5815 Passcode: 013744
Any meeting information change/update requests should be sent to Rockridge Fellowship’s Secretary Coordinator at: secretarycoordinator@rockridgefellowship.org
Saturday Afternoon Meditation
Doors close at 5:05 pm for 20 min. silent meditation. Please enter this meeting with your video camera ON.
Zoom ID: 3115385931 Password: 612784
Our 12th Suggestion
Focus on Sponsorship
Zoom ID: 82838410998 Password: sponsor
Berkeley Fellowship Literature/Discussion
Fellowship Hall
BFAA Business Meeting: 1st Saturday of the month, 2PM Zoom ID: 859 1246 4634
Fellowship Hall
El Cerrito Fellowship Saturdays 5:30PM Speaker/Discussion
Meeting ID: 510 323 1212 Password: 316360 https://zoom.us/j/5103231212?pwd=VGZhL1NFMFFhQ1N2OFNOK3BXMnVCQT09
Women Who Run With the Wolves
Meeting format: ABC Topics. Meeting for those who identify as women, trans or genderqueer.
Zoom ID: 83949936320 Password: 2113
Rockridge Saturday Speaker
Located in the Main Room
Any meeting information change/update requests should be sent to Rockridge Fellowship’s Secretary Coordinator at: secretarycoordinator@rockridgefellowship.org
Located in the Main Room
El Sobrante Fellowship
ESF Zoom
Park in parking lot across from front of building or on street. Smoking off property on street please.
Zoom ID: 258738422 PW: 112695 *Birthday night is 2ND Saturday of each month*
Park in parking lot across from front of building or on street. Smoking off property on street please.
Millennium Grp
The BIPOC Artists & Writers
Open AA meeting for Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPOC). We specify BIPOC to mean anyone who does not identify as white. So if you self-identify as BIPOC, you are welcome here. Our focus is creativity & recovery. It’s not a requirement to self-identify as an artist or writer, but if you’re here it’s about to get weird!
Zoom ID: 4849338447 Password: creators
Up to My Neck
Meeting is in the church basement. Entrance is down the walkway to the left of the main church building through the orange doors, then go down the staircase. You may also enter on the right side of the church building down the walkway BETWEEN the main church building (5951 College Ave) and the gym (5955 College Ave); walk to the end of the walkway and make a left down the stairs. *Sponsors Available*
Meeting is in the church basement. Entrance is down the walkway to the left of the main church building through the orange doors, then go down the staircase. You may also enter on the right side of the church building down the walkway BETWEEN the main church building (5951 College Ave) and the gym (5955 College Ave); walk to the end of the walkway and make a left down the stairs. *Sponsors Available*
BYOJ (Bring Your Own Journal)
Located in the Main Room
Safe cross talk permitted! A journaling meeting!
Any meeting information change/update requests should be sent to Rockridge Fellowship’s Secretary Coordinator at: secretarycoordinator@rockridgefellowship.org
Located in the Main Room
Courage to Change - Godless Heathens IV
Meeting ID: 836 6495 2757 Passcode: Courage
El Cerrito Fellowship Big Book Study
Meeting ID: 5103231212 Password: 316360 https://zoom.us/j/5103231212?pwd=VGZhL1NFMFFhQ1N2OFNOK3BXMnVCQT09
Grupo Unidad Latina
In small building behind church, access is on 9th street
In small building behind church, access is on 9th street
Berkeley Fellowship Speaker In Person
Fellowship Hall
BFAA Business Meeting: 1st Saturday of the month, 2PM Zoom ID: 859 1246 4634
Fellowship Hall
Berkeley Fellowship Living Sober
Zoom ID: 884 2063 7962
BFAA Business Meeting: 1st Saturday of the month, 2PM Zoom ID: 859 1246 4634
Grupo El Milagro
Re-Opened
Grupo de las Tinieblas a la Luz
El Sobrante Fellowship Birthday Night Last Saturday of the Month
Park in church parking lot. Smoking outside parking lot only.
meeting is held at United Methodist Church, 5151 Argyle Rd. in El Sobrante
Park in church parking lot. Smoking outside parking lot only.
Grupo Quinto Capitulo
Suite C
Suite C
Albany's Busiest Meeting Locations
Rockridge Fellowship
1063989 Howe St, Oakland, CA 94611, USA
Online-Oakland
45Oakland, CA 94612, USA
Online Only
38El Cerrito, CA 94530, USA
AA Meeting Statistics for Albany
Most listings: Sunday with 85 meetings
Most common meeting types: English (440), Discussion (295), Open (263), Wheelchair Access (190), Proof of Attendance (147)
Meetings by Time of Day
Meeting data is regularly updated to ensure accuracy.
AA Resources in Albany, California
Local Intergroup
East Bay Intergroup Central Office
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About AA Meetings near Albany, California
This directory helps people find Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings near Albany, California. Review current meeting times, formats, addresses, accessibility details, and online attendance options before choosing a meeting.
The 2025 U.S. Census Gazetteer lists Albany as a city in California covering approximately 1.79 square miles of land. MyMeetings uses its Census reference point to center the nearby meeting search.
MyMeetings currently returns 500 AA meeting listings in and around Albany. Because schedules can change, confirm the latest time and location on the individual meeting page before attending.
Local meetings in Albany are coordinated through the East Bay Intergroup Central Office. They serve as the primary point of contact for AA in the area.
Types of AA Meetings Available in Albany
Open Meetings: Anyone interested in learning about AA can attend, including family members, friends, and those curious about the program.
Closed Meetings: Reserved for individuals who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings offer a more intimate setting for sharing.
Speaker Meetings: One or more members share their experience, strength, and hope with the group.
Discussion Meetings: Members discuss a topic related to recovery, with everyone having an opportunity to share.
Big Book/Step Study: Focused study of AA literature including the Big Book and the 12 Steps.
Beginner Meetings: Specifically designed for newcomers who may be attending their first meetings. These groups provide extra guidance on how AA works, the 12 Steps, and getting a sponsor.
Online/Virtual Meetings: Participate from anywhere via video or phone. Virtual listings can help when travel, mobility, or scheduling makes an in-person meeting difficult.
Finding the Right Meeting in Albany
Use the filters above to compare meetings by day, time, format, and accessibility. Results are centered on the Albany area in California and may include meetings in surrounding communities.
Recovery Resources in Albany
In addition to AA meetings, Albany residents can access recovery support through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which provides a national helpline (1-800-662-4357) and treatment locator. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) offers evidence-based research confirming that consistent participation in peer support groups like AA significantly improves long-term sobriety outcomes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many AA meetings are in Albany?
MyMeetings currently returns 500 meeting listings in and around Albany. Results may include nearby communities so you can compare more options.
What types of AA meetings are available in Albany?
Current listings near Albany identify formats including 11th Step Meditation, 12 Steps & 12 Traditions, As Bill Sees It, Babysitting Available, Big Book, Birthday, Candlelight, and Child-Friendly. Use the filters on this page to review the formats attached to each listing.
Are there AA meetings near Albany every day?
Current listings near Albany include meetings on all seven days of the week. Sunday currently has the most listings, with 85.
Are there online AA meetings available in Albany?
The current directory includes 256 listings near Albany with online access details. Review the individual listing for its current joining instructions.
How do I find wheelchair accessible AA meetings in Albany?
191 current listings are marked as wheelchair accessible near Albany. Confirm specific accommodations with the meeting organizer or venue before attending.
What should I expect at my first AA meeting in Albany?
AA meeting practices vary by group. Open meetings welcome anyone interested in learning about AA, while closed meetings are for people with a desire to stop drinking. You may listen without speaking; review the individual listing for its format and any arrival notes.
How do I contact the local AA office in Albany?
The directory identifies East Bay Intergroup Central Office as the local AA office serving Albany. Check the local resources section on this page for available contact information.
How often are AA meeting listings updated for Albany?
This page loads the current MyMeetings directory for the area around Albany. Schedules can still change, so confirm the individual listing before traveling.
Can I find AA meetings outside Albany, California?
Yes. Use the nearby cities section to browse additional meeting directories in California and across state lines.
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