Things to do this weekend with kids in Richmond

Coming up near Richmond

Nothing listed in Richmond for this view right now. Here's what's on elsewhere in the Bay Area, plus ideas you can do today.

Within a short drive of Richmond

• Petting Zoo Day at the Farm

  Thu, Oct 8 · Berkeley Farm · berkeley, ca · 6 mi away · Ages 4–11

  Come meet and pet adorable farm animals!

• Family Camping Night

  Thu, Oct 8 · Tilden Regional Park · berkeley · 6 mi away · Ages 4–11

  A fun-filled evening of camping activities, storytelling, and stargazing!

• Event 3

  Fri, Oct 9 · 9:00 PM · Cornerstone · berkeley · 6 mi away · Ages 4–10

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• Fall Nature Hike for Kids

  Fri, Oct 9 · 10:00 AM · Aquatic Park · berkeley, ca · 6 mi away · Ages 4–11

  Explore the beautiful trails and learn about nature on our guided hike!

• Ronobir Lahiri Hip-Hop Sitar 🌺 Chapel of the Flowers

  Fri, Oct 9 · 7:30 PM · Chapel of the Flowers · berkeley · 6 mi away · All ages

• Arts & Crafts Fair for Kids

  Sat, Oct 10 · Berkeley Art Center · berkeley · 6 mi away · Ages 4–15

  An opportunity for kids to share their creative works in this fair.

• Berkeley Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow and Indian Market

  Sat, Oct 10 · 10:00 AM · Martin Luther King Jr. Civic Center Park · berkeley · 6 mi away · Ages 4–11

  Join the celebrations of Indigenous culture with music, food, and community activities.

• Gallery+Studio / Echoes of Nature

  Sat, Oct 10 · 11:30 AM · BAMPFA · berkeley · 6 mi away · Ages 6–12

  See how Maren Hassinger incorporates knotting and repetition into her work to make forms that echo natural rhythms and express her commitment to the environment.

• Gallery + Studio / Wind Chime Sculpture

  Sat, Oct 10 · 11:30 AM · BAMPFA · berkeley · 6 mi away · Ages 6–12

  Find echoes of nature in Maren Hassinger’s work as you create a wind-activated sculpture using natural and recycled materials.

• ¡Roundtable Reading Bilingüe! / The One and Only Ivan / El único e incomparable Iván by Katherine Applegate

  Sat, Oct 10 · 2:30 PM · BAMPFA · berkeley · 6 mi away · Ages 7–11

  Ivan, an easygoing gorilla living in captivity, enjoys his life until a new friend helps him see things in a new light and inspires him to change.

• Kids Outdoor Art Workshop

  Sat, Oct 10 · Nature Center · berkeley, ca · 6 mi away · Ages 4–11

  A creative workshop where kids can express themselves through art in nature!

• Outdoor Movie Night: Finding Nemo

  Sat, Oct 10 · Community Park · berkeley, ca · 6 mi away · Ages 4–11

  Enjoy an outdoor screening of Finding Nemo with family and friends!

Activity ideas that work any day in Richmond

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  Create a Shimmering Mermaid Grotto

  Let's make a beautiful sensory bin filled with cool water, shiny gems, and smooth stones. It's the perfect underwater grotto for a mermaid to explore.

  4,5 · Indoor/Outdoor · 40 min · About $10–$35

  Open
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  Backyard Soda Bottle Rocket Launch

  Ready for liftoff? We'll build a simple rocket from a soda bottle and launch it high into the sky with a little kitchen science.

  6,7,8 · Outdoor · 45 min · About $5–$10

  Open
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  Make a Podcast Episode

  Imagine being a real podcast host! You'll create your very own audio show, choosing a topic you love and interviewing a family member to share their stories or expertise. It's rewarding to build something from scratch and hear your voice come alive as you craft a show for others to enjoy. This activity lets you direct the conversation and share something new with your listeners. First, decide on a topic and interview questions, then use a smartphone or computer to record your interview. Afterward, listen back and edit your audio down to a 10-minute episode, adding a simple intro and outro. You could even research some basic audio editing software to make your podcast sound more professional, or add some background music.

  10-13 · Indoor · 90 min

  Open
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  Sew a Simple Tote Bag

  In this activity, you'll learn to sew your own fabric tote bag, either by hand or with a sewing machine. It’s satisfying to create something useful and personal from scratch. You get to choose your fabric and even decorate it, making a bag that perfectly suits your style. This project helps build hand-eye coordination and introduces basic crafting skills you can use for many future projects, giving you a sense of accomplishment. Start by selecting your fabric and cutting out the pieces following a simple pattern. Then, you'll learn to stitch the sides and bottom together, either with a sewing machine or by hand using basic stitches like the running stitch. Finally, attach the handles to complete your bag. To stretch the activity, consider adding a pocket to the inside or outside of your bag, or decorating it with fabric markers, patches, or embroidery.

  10-13 · Indoor · 90 min

  Open

Questions parents ask about Richmond

What can you do with a toddler in Richmond on a rainy day?

Richmond's library branches run free storytimes for little kids, and community centers post indoor family programs through the winter. The indoor list for Richmond shows what's scheduled.

Are these activities free?

Shoreline trails, library storytimes and community events here are nearly all free. Anything ticketed links out to the organizer so you can check the price before you go.

How often is this page updated?

Event listings refresh automatically from local sources, so past dates drop off on their own.