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
Friday, November 13, 2026
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Tot Splash (Ages 7 and Under) @ Richmond Plunge, RichmondSaturday, November 14, 2026
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Hercules Library 20th Anniversary @ Hercules Library, HerculesMonday, November 16, 2026
10:30 am – 11:15 am: Music & Movement Storytime @ Richmond Civic Center Plaza, RichmondThursday, November 19, 2026
11:00 am – 12:30 pm: Story Stroll @ Lake Temescal, North Entrance, OaklandFriday, November 20, 2026
9:00 am – 12:00 pm: Tot Splash (Ages 7 and Under) @ Richmond Plunge, RichmondMonday, November 23, 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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