Family Activities

Ages: All ages

Premier park with playgrounds, trails, and recreational facilities

Ages: 2-12 years

Interactive wildlife museum with hands-on exhibits

Ages: All ages

Scenic hiking trails with valley views

Ages: All ages

Community library with kids programs and events

Ages: All ages

Beautiful central park with playgrounds, trails, and picnic areas

Ages: All ages

Large regional park with trails, nature center, and recreational facilities

Ages: All ages

Interactive wildlife museum with native animal exhibits and nature programs

Ages: All ages

Cultural center with art galleries, theater performances, and exhibitions

Ages: All ages

Scenic wilderness area with hiking trails and natural springs

Ages: All ages

Family-friendly park with picnic areas, playgrounds, and walking trails

Ages: All ages

Automobile museum featuring classic and exotic cars

Ages: All ages

Community park with sports facilities, playgrounds, and open spaces

Ages: All ages

Scenic preserve with hiking trails and panoramic views

Ages: All ages

Outdoor amphitheater and cultural venue for concerts and events

Ages: All ages

Open space preserve with hiking and biking trails

Ages: All ages

Local history museum showcasing Concord heritage and artifacts

Ages: 7-14

Outdoor adventure day camp featuring Six Flags, water parks, archery, rock climbing, laser tag, bowling & more. Weekly sessions with transportation from multiple Contra Costa pick-up points.

Ages: K-10th grade

Award-winning STEAM camp combining art, science, outdoor activities, and design challenges. Weekly themes with hands-on projects. Financial aid available.

Ages: 4-12

Multi-sport day camp with All-Sports, LEGO, Art, Science, and Inventors Lab programs. Kids play 9 unique 30-min sports/games daily. Sign up by day, week, or day-of.

Ages: 4-16

All-outdoors day camp at the Lafayette Reservoir since 1972. Activities include swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, sports, crafts & nature. Bus stops throughout Contra Costa. Free extended care.

Ages: 4-15

Self-directed camp where kids choose their own activities: sewing, stop-motion, coding, sports, maker crafts & more. No reservation needed; attend any days. Lunch & snacks included. Mentorship program for teens.

Ages: 7-17

Two-week theatre sessions culminating in a fully-produced original show. Skills include improv, projection, staging, clowning, stage combat & film acting. Separate Drama Camp (7-12) and A-Camp (13-17).

Ages: Grades 4-9

35+ year STEAM program on DVC college campuses. Classes in coding, robotics, 3D printing, chemistry, engineering, writing, math & performing arts. New 2026 full-day option pairs morning DVC Athletic Camp.

Ages: 5-17

Youth golf and life skills program teaching core values like respect, confidence and perseverance through the game of golf. On-course play, drills and games. Financial assistance available; no child turned away.

Ages: Youth 4-H members

Week-long overnight residential camp for Contra Costa 4-H youth. Cabin stays, water games, group activities and no cell phones. Transportation provided. Meals, lodging, camp shirt and activities included.

Ages: Various ages

Traditional day camps with outdoor activities and field trips across the Bay Area, plus specialty camps in arts, STEM, theater and sports. Run by trained Concord Recreation Services staff.

Ages: Ages 3-22

Wide range of camps including traditional day camps, preschool/TK enrichment, arts, STEM, robotics, theater, sports and specialized recreation for campers with developmental disabilities. Financial aid available.

Ages: Various ages

Outdoor day camps hosted within the East Bay Regional Parks system. Programs include nature exploration, farm experience and outdoor education. Junior Farm Camp for teens ages 12-15 runs July 27-31, 2026.

Ages: K-5th grade

Christ-centered day camp open to the public. Hands-on, non-traditional activities fostering faith, skills, and creativity. Safe, structured environment for growth and fun.

Ages: Grades 1-5

Full-day summer camps including Adventure Kids Camp (grades 1-5), aquatics, sports (basketball, flag football, multi-sport, soccer, tennis), performing arts, STEAM, and teen programs. 10% early-bird discount.

Ages: 4-18

Creative arts day camp taught by professional teaching artists. Programs include Little Artist Studio (4-5), Artist Studio (6-11), Teen Art Studio & Intensives (12-18), theater, dance, music, ceramics and more.

Ages: PreK-5th grade

Activity-based day camp at a private independent school. Weekly themed experiences with hands-on activities, outdoor fun, waterslides, STEM & coding, arts & crafts. Flexible weekly sign-ups. Open to all families.

Ages: 5-12

LEGO-inspired STEM camps teaching science, engineering, technology, art & math through hands-on building. Themes include Star Wars, Minecraft, Harry Potter, Animal Architects & more. Each camper works at their own level.

Ages: 6-16

Math enrichment camp combining morning instruction in number theory, algebra, geometry, combinatorics, logic and computer science fundamentals with afternoon fun activities. Designed for curious, challenge-loving kids.

Ages: Pre-K to High School

Theatre camps blending fun and learning with skill-based and full production options. Rising pre-K through high school with varying intensity levels. Skills and production camps available throughout the summer.

Ages: 5-16

Fine art camp featuring painting, drawing, sculpting, crafts, and interactive art projects. Three week-long sessions offered as half-day AM or PM options. Small, creative environment with experienced instruction.

Ages: 4-11

City-run day camp with games, LEGO, arts & crafts, obstacle courses, carnival games, playground activities, magic/juggling shows and tie-dye. Two age groups with both joint and separate programming. Open 10 weeks all summer.

Ages: K-10th grade

Award-winning STEAM day camp with hands-on art, science & engineering design challenges, outdoor games and classic camp fun. Weekly themes with campers grouped by grade. Financial aid available.

Ages: 4-18

50+ year award-winning theatre education program. Skill-based camps (improv, acting, storytelling) and full production camps for all ages and skill levels. New sessions start all summer. Tuition assistance available.

Ages: 5-11

Town-run camp held at the scenic Hacienda de las Flores. Weekly themed weeks with games, arts, crafts, songs, field trips to Moraga Commons Park on Fridays. Also offers specialty camps (LEGO, coding, sports, performing arts).

Ages: 5-13

City-run camps themed around Curiosity Quest 2026 with offerings including sports, STEM, theater, art, coding, and traditional day camps. Wide variety of specialty programs. Before- and after-care available.

Ages: See website

Community swim and day camp at Orinda Park Pool. Week-long sessions combining pool time with camp activities. A beloved local summer tradition for Orinda families.

Ages: 4-16

All-outdoors day camp at Lafayette Reservoir serving Lamorinda families since 1972. Swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, sports, crafts & nature. Bus stops throughout Lafayette, Orinda and Moraga. Free extended care.