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
Monday, February 17, 2025
8:00 am – 4:30 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden, KensingtonThursday, February 20, 2025
11:30 am – 12:00 pm: Pinole Baby Storytime @ Pinole Library, PinoleFriday, February 21, 2025
8:00 am – 4:30 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden, KensingtonMonday, February 24, 2025
8:00 am – 4:30 pm: Explore Blake Garden @ Blake Garden, Kensington5:15 pm – 5:45 pm: Family Storytime @ San Pablo Public Library, San Pablo
Monday, March 3, 2025
5:15 pm – 5:45 pm: Family Storytime @ San Pablo Public Library, San PabloMore Family-Friendly Richmond Area Stuff to Know
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