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, September 14, 2026
10:30 am – 11:15 am: Music & Movement Storytime @ Richmond Civic Center Plaza, RichmondTuesday, September 15, 2026
4:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Alebrijes Paper Craft @ Hercules Library, HerculesWednesday, September 16, 2026
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Family Storytime @ El Sobrante Library, El SobranteThursday, September 17, 2026
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Storytime @ El Cerrito Library, El CerritoMonday, September 21, 2026
10:30 am – 11:15 am: Music & Movement Storytime @ Richmond Civic Center Plaza, RichmondWednesday, September 23, 2026
10:30 am – 11:00 am: Family Storytime @ El Sobrante Library, El SobranteMore Family-Friendly Richmond Area Stuff to Know
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Take the Richmond Plunge
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Tot splash hours at Richmond Swim Center are inviting!
