No-cost toddler activities and free events across the Mount Diablo area.
Updated July 13, 2026
This week's weather · It's a dry week ahead, so outdoor farmers' markets are a great stroller-friendly option alongside all the indoor library fun.
Keeping a toddler busy doesn't have to cost a thing around here. Between local libraries and outdoor markets, there's a surprising amount of free fun packed into every week.
Featured this week
Keith Miles Music & Smiles
Live music made for little ears — Keith Miles brings songs and smiles to Pleasant Hill Library, totally free.
I Heart Toddler Art
Toddler-friendly art at Pleasant Hill Library — a great way to get creative hands busy on a Wednesday morning.
Toddler Storytime & Play
Stories plus playtime after at Walnut Creek Library — perfect combo for toddlers who can't sit still too long.
Farmer Arann's Fun Farm Songs
Farmer Arann's fun farm songs at San Ramon Library — singalong energy that toddlers absolutely love.
OutdoorWalnut Creek Downtown Farmers Market
Stroll the Walnut Creek Downtown Farmers Market Sunday morning — free, stroller-friendly, and full of things to point at.
This week
Drop-In Tech Help (Concord)
Family Storytime
Stuffed Animal Sleepaway Camp
The Library Wellness Team
Mini Makers at the Orinda Library
OutdoorConcord Farmers' Market
Peek-A-Book Storytime
Tech Help: Lafayette Library
★ Pre-School Storytime ★
Legos & Listening
Keith Miles Music & Smiles
Toddler Storytime
Preschool Storytime & Play
Sing Me a Storytime
Toddler Storytime
Storytime
I Heart Toddler Art
Family Story Hour
Bay Area Wildlife
Wonderful Wednesdays: Slim Chance Circus Variety Show
Summer Reading Art with Mr. Abe!
Games Galore
Computer Docent Help at Martinez Library
Toddler Storytime & Play
Family Storytime
Storytime Junction
Storytime at Concord Library
Storytime
Lapsit Storytime
Storytime
Toddler/Preschool Storytime
Hang out and Draw
Computer Help (Moraga Library)
Music and Market : Zepparella – All-Female Zeppelin Tribute
OutdoorDiablo Valley Farmers' Market at Shadelands
OutdoorPleasent Hill Farmers' Market
OutdoorSan Ramon Farmers' Market
OutdoorDanville Farmers' Market
Martinez Library Storytime
Computer Help (Moraga Library)
Cool Summer Jazz
Lego Builders Club
OutdoorWalnut Creek Downtown Farmers Market
OutdoorMartinez Farmers' Market
OutdoorOrinda Farmers' Market
Pop Rocks
Take-and-Make Summer Reading Craft
The Library Wellness Team
Farmer Arann's Fun Farm Songs
Drop-In Tech Help (Concord)
Coming up
Family Storytime
The Library Wellness Team
Mini Makers at the Orinda Library
OutdoorConcord Farmers' Market
Peek-A-Book Storytime
Tech Help: Lafayette Library
★ Pre-School Storytime ★
Bubble Show
Stuffie Sleepaway Camp
Mike's Summer Reading Magic Show!
Toddler Storytime
Preschool Storytime & Play
Tips
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Which libraries have toddler-specific storytimes?
Quite a few! Orinda, Walnut Creek, Clayton, Ygnacio Valley, and Pleasant Hill all run toddler or preschool storytimes most weeks — check the day that works best for you.
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Are farmers' markets actually fun for toddlers?
Yes — free to browse, lots of colors and samples, and plenty of room to toddle around. Walnut Creek, Concord, Martinez, and Orinda all have weekly markets.
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Is there anything with live music for little ones?
Yep! Look for library music programs like Keith Miles Music & Smiles or Farmer Arann's Fun Farm Songs — both are free and made for young kids.
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Do I need to register for library events?
Some do, some don't. It's worth checking the library's website or calling ahead, especially for popular programs like art or music shows.
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