March 30-31: Weekend Events and Music

A look at some of the upcoming events this weekend around Contra Costa County and beyond for Easter Weekend. Have also included a few other events and music.

Saturday, March 30

8:00 am – Local Farmers Markets (Brentwood, Orinda, San Ramon, Walnut Creek)
8:00 am: Antioch Rotary Bunny Hop 5k – Join the Antioch Rotary Club for its Bunny Hop 5K race on March 30, 2024–the day before Easter The Start/Finish Area is within Corteva Wetlands. You must park at the Antioch Marina Parking Lot and walk about 3/4 miles into the Race Site. The Awards & Kids Dash will be at the Antioch Marina Site. To sign up… click here
9:00 am: Discovery Bay Easter Egg Hunt: Discovery Bay Lions Club Eggstravaganza: Join the Discovery Bay Lions Club for their annual spectacular Easter Egg Hunt at the Discovery Bay Community Center. More information, www.discoverybaylions.com
10:00 am – Easter egg Hunt & Lunch (Concord) – join the Gehringer Park Pool Board for this annual Easter Egg Hunt & Lunch at the Gehringer Pool & Gardens (open to the public). You have a chance to win a golden egg. for your chance to win a GOLDEN EGG! $20 Donation per child (16 yrs and under). The Easter Bunny will be stopping by to take photos! Plus there will be Gift Basket raffles as well! – more info
10:00 am Martinez Egg Hunt at the Martinez Waterfront: Come join the fun and merriment at the Waterfront Park Field in Martinez. The Hunt will begin at 10AM sharp, so be ready for an egg-citing good time! For more information and registration, click here.
10:00 am – Join Delta Ranches & Homes as it host sits 5^th Annual Egg Hunt and Pet Event at Knightsen School (1023) Delta Road in Knightsen. Come out and visit the agricultural area of Contra Costa County and see local 4H kids with their animals, petting zoo, animal rescue and pet adoptions. As well as live music, egg hunt and more.
11:00 am – Antioch Eggstravaganza + Recreation Expo: join us for the 3^rd Annual Eggstravaganza and Recreation Expo at the Antioch Water Park. Participate in land AND water egg hunts, take part in spring crafts, and play games with staff! Don’t forget to view our activity showcase for upcoming and ongoing classes, take part in demonstrations and so much more when you and your family attend this eggcellent event! Purchase A Ticket Here: AntiochWaterPark.com
11:00 am – Easter Egg Hunt in Brentwood sponsored by ODAT located at 1361 Barbara St at the Village Community Center. Photos with the Easter Bunny along with bounce house, face painting, music and more. A little kid and big kid egg hunt will occur with 0-5 grade at 1pm and 6-8^th at 3:00 pm. For more information, contact (925) 240-1359.
12:00 pm – Antioch Rivertown Easter Egg Extravaganza: Easter Egg Hunt + pictures with the Easter Bunny at 3:00 pm. This is an Easter Egg Hunt with the downtown Merchants from store-to-store.
12:00 pm – Rivertown Treasure Chest Easter Egg-Extravaganza: Event is from 12-3 pm in downtown Antioch (306 G St) with the Easter Bunny, eggs, treats and fun.
12:00 pm: Spring Brews Festival 2024 (Concord): The 13th Annual Spring Brews Festival brings over 60 world class craft breweries to Downtown Concord, CA. with live music, food and more! The Brewing Network’s Spring Brews Festival returns to Todos Santos Plaza in Concord to celebrate its 13th year as one of the best craft beer festivals in the Bay Area! Get ready to get outside for a great day in the park with a lineup of the best craft beer in California. We’ve also got the live music and great food that you’ve come to expect from us! Tickets are $65. This is a 21 and over only event. Everyone must purchase a ticket to enter. Designated Driver tickets are available. Tickets — click here
12:00 pm – Danville Livery Hop into Spring: The Easter Bunny will be hopping by for a dazzling photo opportunity! Enjoy a bunny petting zoo with cute and cuddly live bunnies, crafts for the kids, and pick up a free egg-citing Easter basket for your little one that includes candy-filled eggs and more. Sign up to be an egg-stra special Danville Livery VIP Insider at the guest services booth and then grab a FREE kids cup at Cold Stone Creamer – more info
2:00 pm – Primavera Latin Jazz Band at Riggers Loft (Richmond)
5:00 pm – Kiwanis Club of the Delta-Antioch Annual Tri Tip Dinner: Join the Kiwanis Club of the Delta-Antioch for its annual Romano Marchetti memorial Tri-Tip & Chicken dinner on Saturday, March 30, 2024. The event is held at the VFW Hall at 815 Fulton Shipyard in Antioch, CA. For more information or tickets, contact Angel Luevano (925) 813-2547 or Allison Norris (925) 642-5404
5:30 pm – Howell Devine at Slow Hand BBQ (Martinez)
6:00 pm – Antioch Speedway Races – preview
6:00 pm – Live Paella Party at Hannah Nicole Vineyards: Live Paella Party on March 30th, 2024. You’ll be treated to a show as Havana’s chefs cook up the holy grail of Spanish cuisine: Paella! Tickets – click here
6:00 pm – Baycoin Beats at Monica’s Riverview (Antioch)
6:00 pm – Matthew Dunley at Slow Hand BBQ (Pleasant Hill)
6:00 pm – DJ Night Tropical Edition live at Del Cielo Brewing (Martinez)
6:00 pm – Mirage (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) and Petty Rocks (Tom Petty Tribute) at Retro Junkie (Walnut Creek)
6:00 pm – Comedy Night at Riggers Loft (Richmond)
7:00 pm – KPOP Night at Brentwood Emporium
7:00 pm – Bay Connection Trio at Roxx on Main (Martinez)
7:00 pm – Ticket to Ride live at WiseGirl (Pleasant Hill)
8:00 pm – Blues Healers Live at Brentwood CoCo Wine Company
8:00 pm – The Full House Band live at Tailgaters (Antioch)
8:00 pm – Beerfest Afterpart w/Mitch Polzak at Vinnies Bar & Grill (Concord)
9:30 pm – Notorious (rock and dance covers) at Dan’s Irish Sports Bar (Walnut Creek)

March 31, Easter Sunday

9:00 am – Easter Brunch at Lone Tree Golf Course (Antioch): multiple seating times, for reservations please call (925) 706-4232 – prepayment required — more info
2:00 pm – Easter Diner Soul Food Sunday + Easter Egg Hunt at Dale Vino (Pittsburg): Resident specialty Chef Michelle is bringing the soul to Easter, and every last Sunday of the month! Tickets for this beautiful Easter brunch include your first glass of bubbles, wine or beer, robust, outstanding buffet, plus deluxe dessert and candy bar. Tickets and FULL MENU HERE. Reserved tickets required.
2:00 pm – Fake Melody Trio (jazz) at Riggers Loft (Richmond)
4:00 pm – DJ Eden at Monica’s Riverview (Antioch)

If you would like an event added, please email [email protected] or submit to our events calendar.

For more upcoming events, visit our ContraCosta.news events calendar.