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Things to do with kids in Richmond, CA this week

12 things to do with kids in Richmond, CA this week, November 2–8: story times, classes, family festivals, puppet shows and more. We reviewed 550+ Bay Area event sources to find them. Last updated November 2, 2026.

All kids & family events in Richmond, CA — November 2–8

TUESDAY
3
NOVEMBER

11 AM·West Side Branch Library, 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond

Music and reading fill West Side Branch Library’s family storytime, welcoming all ages.

10:45 AM·Auditorium Branch Library (Temporary Civic Center), 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond

Stay & Play at Auditorium Branch Library offers age‑appropriate toys for kids to explore after storytime.

5 PM·Bayview Branch Library, 5100 Hartnett Avenue, Richmond

Gaming afternoon featuring Rocket League, Lego, Star Wars and other video games at Bayview Branch Library, all ages.

3 PM·Bayview Branch Library, 5100 Hartnett Avenue, Richmond

Drop-in homework help at Bayview Branch Library, 5100 Hartnett Avenue, Richmond, with unlimited sessions after a single registration.

3 PM·Auditorium Branch Library (Temporary Civic Center), 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond

Drop-in homework help at Auditorium Branch Library, 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, offers free assistance Monday‑Thursday, 3‑5 PM; register once for unlimited sessions all year.

WEDNESDAY
4
NOVEMBER

3:30 PM·West Side Branch Library, 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond

Read to a Dog at West Side Branch Library — children read aloud to a gentle therapy dog, building confidence; ages 6–12, younger welcome.

10:30 AM·Auditorium Branch Library (Temporary Civic Center), 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond

Music and reading activities fill the Auditorium Branch Library for all ages.

11:15 AM·Auditorium Branch Library (Temporary Civic Center), 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond

Stay & Play at Auditorium Branch Library offers age‑appropriate toys for kids to explore after storytime.

3 PM·Bayview Branch Library, 5100 Hartnett Avenue, Richmond

Drop-in homework help at Bayview Branch Library, 5100 Hartnett Avenue, Richmond, with unlimited sessions after a single registration.

3 PM·Auditorium Branch Library (Temporary Civic Center), 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond

Drop-in homework help at Auditorium Branch Library, 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, offers free assistance Monday‑Thursday, 3‑5 PM; register once for unlimited sessions all year.

Questions

What kids activities and family events are listed for Richmond, CA?

Story times, classes, family festivals, puppet shows and more, suited to toddlers through school-age kids. They come from 550+ Bay Area sources, such as public libraries, parks and venues. Best picks is the short list; All shows every event.

How often is this calendar updated?

Every day. We rebuild the page each night, so past events drop off. We check our sources for new and changed events every week.

Are these events free?

Some are, and some charge. To see only free ones, choose All, open Filters and pick Free. That shows events listed as free, so check the event's page for any sign-up before you go.

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