Todos Santos Plaza in downtown Concord

Family

Things to do in Concord with kids

5 kinds of family outings, with the closest picks for each.

Family-friendly ideas around Concord, built from the city’s parks, libraries, local businesses and nearby public lands. Pick a section for the full list, a map and directions, and check the events calendar for this week’s story times, festivals and shows.

Playgrounds

21 parks with a playground, closest to downtown first.

  • Todos Santos Plaza0.2 mi from downtown
  • John F. Baldwin Park0.4 mi from downtown
  • Civic Center Park0.5 mi from downtown
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Libraries

Story times, homework help and summer reading, free with a library card.

  • Concord Library2900 Salvio Street
  • Bay Point Library205 Pacifica Avenue
See all 2 →

Picnic spots

Day-use areas for a family picnic.

  • Contra Loma Reservoir11 mi east
  • S F Bay Model Regional Visitor Center26 mi west
  • Kirby Cove Campground27 mi west
See all 10 →

Wildlife and nature

Refuges and lakes to spot birds and animals.

  • John Muir National Historic Site6 mi west
  • Aquatic Park Cove, Black Point Overnight Anchoring, Sailing Vessels only (auxiliary engine OK)24 mi southwest
  • S F Bay Model Regional Visitor Center26 mi west
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Around town

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Questions

What is there to do in Concord with kids?

Playgrounds (21), Libraries (2), Toy shops (4), Picnic spots (10), Wildlife and nature (23). Each section links to the full list with maps and directions.

What can kids do in Concord for free?

Parks and playgrounds, library story times and many community events are free. See the free things to do and kids events pages for this week’s options.

What can families do in Concord when it rains or it’s hot?

Try the indoor ideas and the library, or check the kids and family events calendar.

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