Free events and places for the whole family in Diablo Valley — no budget required.
Updated July 13, 2026
This week's weather · It's a dry, sunny week ahead — perfect for hitting an outdoor farmers market or catching one of the free evening concerts without worrying about the weather.
Summer in Diablo Valley is packed with free things to do with your kids — and you don't have to look far. From library programs to outdoor concerts and farmers markets, there's something good happening almost every day this week.
Featured this week
Wonderful Wednesdays: Slim Chance Circus Variety Show
A free circus variety show at the library — jugglers, comedy, and wow-factor fun the whole family will talk about.
Keith Miles Music & Smiles
Live music and smiles for little ones — Keith Miles puts on a joyful, wiggly show perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.
Music and Market : Zepparella – All-Female Zeppelin Tribute
Free outdoor concert at the Concord Farmers Market — Zepparella brings all-female Led Zeppelin energy to a fun family evening.
Cool Summer Jazz
Cool Summer Jazz at the San Ramon Library is a relaxed, free Saturday treat for music-loving families.
Stuffed Animal Sleepaway Camp
Kids drop off their stuffed animals for a pretend overnight adventure at the library — adorably imaginative and totally free.
This week
Paws to Read
Paws to Read
Paws to Read
Paws to Read
Dungeons & Dragons®
Drop-In Tech Help (Concord)
Family Storytime
Stuffed Animal Sleepaway Camp
Mini Makers at the Orinda Library
The Library Wellness Team
OutdoorConcord Farmers' Market
Peek-A-Book Storytime
Baby Storytime & Play
Henna For Teens
Dungeons & Dragons® (Table 2)
Tech Help: Lafayette Library
Dungeons & Dragons® (Table 1)
Read to a Dog
★ Pre-School Storytime ★
Legos & Listening
Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
Paws to Read
Keith Miles Music & Smiles
Toddler Storytime
Preschool Storytime & Play
Toddler Storytime
Storytime
Sing Me a Storytime
I Heart Toddler Art
Family Story Hour
Bay Area Wildlife
I Heart After School Art
Wonderful Wednesdays: Slim Chance Circus Variety Show
Games Galore
Paws to Read
San Ramon LEGO® Club
Summer Reading Art with Mr. Abe!
Paws to Read
Meditation
Computer Docent Help at Martinez Library
Family Storytime
Toddler Storytime & Play
Storytime at Concord Library
Storytime Junction
Lapsit Storytime
Storytime
Storytime
Toddler/Preschool Storytime
Sewing Studio Basics
Hang out and Draw
Mario Kart™ Pizza Tournament
Dungeons and Dragons® at the Lafayette Library
Gardening with Lori: From Garden to Kitchen
Computer Help (Moraga Library)
Music and Market : Zepparella – All-Female Zeppelin Tribute
Plant a Seed, Read! Wooden Charm Decorating
OutdoorDiablo Valley Farmers' Market at Shadelands
OutdoorPleasent Hill Farmers' Market
OutdoorSan Ramon Farmers' Market
OutdoorDanville Farmers' Market
Martinez Library Storytime
Paws to Read - Saturday
Paws to Read - Saturday
Paws to Read - Saturday
Paws to Read - Saturday
Read to a Dog
Computer Help (Moraga Library)
Lego Builders Club
Cool Summer Jazz
OutdoorWalnut Creek Downtown Farmers Market
OutdoorMartinez Farmers' Market
OutdoorOrinda Farmers' Market
Pop Rocks
Take-and-Make Summer Reading Craft
The Library Wellness Team
Coffee & Connection
Meditation Mondays
Farmer Arann's Fun Farm Songs
LEGO® Club (Ygnacio Valley Library)
Paws to Read
Paws to Read
Paws to Read
Paws to Read
Dungeons & Dragons®
Drop-In Tech Help (Concord)
Coming up
Family Storytime
Mini Makers at the Orinda Library
The Library Wellness Team
OutdoorConcord Farmers' Market
Peek-A-Book Storytime
Baby Storytime & Play
Dungeons & Dragons® (Table 2)
Tech Help: Lafayette Library
Dungeons & Dragons® (Table 1)
Read to a Dog
★ Pre-School Storytime ★
Let's Make Weird Things: Spud Bud Plushies
Tips
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Where can little ones get a storytime fix this week?
Almost every library branch has a free storytime — Walnut Creek, Concord, Lafayette, Clayton, Orinda, and more. Check your nearest branch; many run multiple sessions per week.
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Are there free outdoor events for the whole family?
Yes! Farmers markets run Tuesday through Sunday across the valley, and there are free outdoor concerts in Concord and Clayton — great for an easy evening out.
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What's fun for kids who love animals?
Paws to Read and Read to a Dog events let kids practice reading aloud to a friendly therapy dog. They run at several libraries throughout the week — a sweet, low-key activity.
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Is there anything for tweens and teens beyond storytime?
Definitely — look for Dungeons & Dragons sessions, art programs, sewing, LEGO clubs, and maker events at libraries in Walnut Creek, Lafayette, San Ramon, and Pleasant Hill.
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