Richmond & W. Contra Costa
There are tons of things to do with kids in West Contra Costa County, CA. We’ve got parks, playgrounds, kid-friendly restaurants, and lots of library picks in Kensington, El Cerrito, and Richmond as well as El Sobrante, Martinez, Hercules, San Pablo, and Pinole.
Best Kid-Friendly Places in Richmond and West CoCo County
Upcoming Events for West Contra Costa County Families
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden, KensingtonThursday, April 2, 2026
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Storytime @ El Cerrito Library, El CerritoFriday, April 3, 2026
9:00 am – 4:00 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden, KensingtonSaturday, April 4, 2026
10:00 am – 11:30 am: Holi Celebration @ Nicholl Park, Richmond10:00 am – 11:00 am: Mariela's Music Time @ Richmond Civic Center Plaza, Richmond
Monday, April 6, 2026
10:30 am – 11:15 am: Music & Movement Storytime @ Richmond Civic Center Plaza, RichmondMore Family-Friendly Richmond Area Stuff to Know
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