inland empire
“Mysteries at the Museum”
March 11–July 15 I Redlands
Unfamiliar objects from the museum’s anthropology and archaeology, geology, history and biology collections challenge curious visitors to figure out their functions. San Bernardino County Museum. (909) 307-2669, sbcountymuseum.org
Art Show: “A Brush
With Rain”
April 1–May 31 I Redlands
Art exhibit by noted Redlands artist John Fisher continues at Stone Wheel Olive Oil Co. (909) 793-7272, stonewheeloliveoil.com
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
April 15–May 28 I Claremont
This musical satire of big business follows a lowly window washer who uses a little handbook to climb the corporate ladder. Candlelight Pavilion Dinner Theatre. (909) 626-1254, candlelightpavilion.com
Ramona
April 16–May 1 I Hemet
Weaving pageantry, drama and romance with the heritage of Southern California’s Native Tribes, California’s Official Outdoor Play uses an entire mountainside to bring Helen Hunt Jackson’s 1884 novel to life. Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre. (951) 658-3111, ramonabowl.com
Superman the Musical
April 22-May 8 I Upland
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s a family stage musical about the superhero’s efforts to defeat a vengeful scientist. Grove Theatre. (909) 920-4343, grovetheatre.com
Circus Vargas
April 28–May 9 I Ontario
The all-new show, iLUMINOUS, features aerialists, acrobats and clowns under a music-filled blue and yellow Big Top. Arrive 45 minutes early for an interactive pre-show experience. Ontario Mills Mall. 1-877-468-3861, circusvargas.com
Planes of Fame Airshow
April 29–May 1 I Chino
Commemorating the 75th anniversary of Pearl Harbor, this year’s show features more than 40 World War II aircraft, plus aerobatics, military vehicles, veterans panel discussions, food and vendors, and kids zone. Chino Airport. (909) 597-3722, planesoffame.org
Upland Lemon Festival
April 29–May 1 I Upland
Lemon Idol singing contest, food vendors and competitions, and carnival rides and games. Downtown Upland. uplandlemonfestival.com
Antique Truck Show & Swap Meet
May 1 I Perris
30th annual event invites truck enthusiasts and rail fans to see antique trucks, step onto train cars, and ride the trolleys. Orange Empire Railway Museum. (951) 943-3020, oerm.org
Sculpture in the Garden
May 1-Oct. 29 I Alta Loma
More than 60 artists display their creations in the Maloof Discovery Garden during this Third Biennial event. The Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation. (909) 980-0412, malooffoundation.org
Trace Adkins
May 6 I Temecula
An intimate wine country performance by the country music singer known for his many hits and trademark baritone voice. Wilson Creek Winery. (951) 699-9463, wilsoncreekwinery.com
The Great All American Youth Circus
May 6–22 I Redlands
A tradition since 1929, local youth learn circus skills and showmanship in classes September through April and then star in an end-of-season show for three weekends in May. Coble Gym at the Redlands YMCA. (909) 798-9622 ext. 205, ycircus.org
Riverside Art Market
May 7 I Riverside
Artists and artisans show and sell their works. Plus: food trucks, children’s craft activities and artist demonstrations. Riverside Art Museum. (951) 684-7111, riversideartalliance.org, riversideartmuseum.org
Tractor & Car Show and
Strawberry Festival
May 7 I Pomona
See custom vehicles, antiques, classics, muscles, street rods, special interest, motorcycles and tractors. Celebrate spring with u-pick strawberries and other field produce, food tastings, and petting farm. Farm Store at Kellogg Ranch (Cal Poly Pomona). (909) 869-4906, cppfarmstore.com
“Music for Starry Nights”
May 7 I Riverside
Riverside County Philharmonic performs compositions by Rossini and Brahms. Aaron Oltman, principal violist, solos on Martinu’s “Rhapsody Concerto for viola and orchestra.” Fox Performing Arts Center. (951) 779-9800, thephilharmonic.org
Koroneburg Old World
Renaissance Festival
May 7–June 19 I Corona
Old World European village celebrates spring with live entertainment, shopping, food court, arts and crafts and jousting shows. Crossroads Riverview Park. (951) 735-0101, koroneburg.com
Can’t Stop Dancin’!
May 7–June 19 I Fontana
Song and dance revue journeys through the Roaring ’20s, the Big Band Era, ’50s and ’60s rock ’n roll, the ’70s disco era, and the ’80s when Kevin Bacon went “Footloose.” Tickets may be for dinner and show, or show only. Tibbies Center Stage. (909) 429-7469, centerstagefontana.com
Butterfly Pavilion
May 7–Aug. 7 I Claremont
Walk among hundreds of butterflies and caterpillars as they feed on California native plants in a temporary enclosure. Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden. (909) 625-8767, rsabg.org
Arts and Music Festival
May 13 I San Bernardino
Art fair, kids art projects, art demonstrations, chalk art, live music, food and beverage vendors. Cal State San Bernardino. (909) 537-7360, amf.csusb.edu
Complete History of Comedy (abridged)
May 13 I Rancho Cucamonga
Careening from Aristophanes to The Daily Show, the three-man Reduced Shakespeare Company comedy troupe deconstructs the entire history of comedy in 90 minutes. Lewis Family Playhouse. (909) 477-2752, lewisfamilyplayhouse.com
Yucaipa Music and Arts Festival
May 13-15 I Yucaipa
Musical performers include Starship featuring Mickey Thomas, The Romantics, James Wesley, Rod Piazza & the Mighty Flyers, and local tribute bands. Plus: Band Slam competition, carnival, farmers market, Taste of Our Town, art, flower and gem & mineral shows, food vendors, and beer & wine garden. Historic Uptown District. (909) 790-7460, yucaipamusicandarts.org
The Hit Men
May 14 I Rancho Cucamonga
Musical journey through rock ’n roll history with former members of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons and other superstar acts. Lewis Family Playhouse. (909) 477-2752, lewisfamilyplayhouse.com
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
May 14–June 12 I Redlands
Playwright Joseph Robinette faithfully recreates C.S. Lewis’ Narnia in this stage adventure of four brave children who join forces with the mighty lion Aslan to free the land of Narnia from the clutches of the White Witch. (909) 335-3037, lifehousetheater.com
Tribute to Johnny Cash
May 18–19 I Claremont
Singer James Garner honors the life and music of the legendary “Man in Black.” Candlelight Pavilion. (909) 626-1254, candlelightpavilion.com
Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Experience
May 19 I Highland
Son of the late Led Zeppelin drummer John Bonham, Jason Bonham continues Led Zeppelin’s legacy by performing their greatest hits. San Manuel Indian Bingo & Casino. sanmanuel.com
Temecula Valley Balloon
and Wine Festival
May 20-22 I Temecula
Dawn hot air balloon launches, evening balloon glows, wine tasting, food and wine pairing, chef demonstrations and cuisine tastings, and national performers in concert. Lake Skinner Recreation Area. (951) 676-6713, tvbwf.com
The Snow Queen
May 20–22 I San Bernardino
Stage production of the Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale that inspired the motion picture Frozen. California Theatre of the Performing Arts. (909) 885-5152, californiatheatre.net
Tarzan & The Jungle Book
May 20–22; 28–29 I Corona
Christian Arts and Theater brings these two family friendly, jungle themed tales to the stage. Corona Civic Center. (951) 279-2298, catcorona.com
Civil War Reenactment
May 21 I Perris
Visit the encampments of the Union and Confederate armies, see what life was like in the civilian camp, watch battles throughout the day, and ride behind the powerful, historic locomotive, VC2. Orange Empire Railway Museum. (951) 943-3020, oerm.org
Paws 4 Pets Walk
May 21 I San Dimas
Hosted by Inland Valley Humane Society, event includes a 1.5 mile walk, pet contests, vendor village, kid’s zone and entertainment. Frank G. Bonelli Park. (909) 623-9777 ext. 634, ivhswalk.org
“The Best of the Best”
May 21 I Temecula
Temecula Valley Symphony and Chorus present symphonic and choral works including “O Fortuna” from Carmina Burana, selections from Mozart’s Requiem, works by John Williams, the West Side Story Overture and “Silver Fanfare” by Peter Boyer. Golden Bears Theater at Temecula Valley High School. (951) 587-1536, temeculavalleysymphony.org
Ticket to Ride: A Tribute to the Beatles
May 21 I Rancho Cucamonga
Musical journey through the Best Of The Beatles, opening with their greatest hits from the Sixties through the Sgt. Pepper era with costume changes. Lewis Family Playhouse. (909) 477-2752, lewisfamilyplayhouse.com
Tribute to The Beatles
May 21 I Hemet
Britain’s Finest, which appeared on the AXS TV show “The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands,” performs the music of John, Paul, George and Ringo. Historic Hemet Theatre. (951) 658-5950, historichemettheater.com
The Big Train Show
May 21–22 I Ontario
Trains of all scales and gauges, how-to clinics, vendors, operating model railroad and toy layouts, and kids corner. Ontario Convention Center. (909) 937-3000, ontariocc.org, bigtrainshow.com
San Bernardino County Fair
May 21–30 I Victorville
Concerts, stage shows, Monster Trucks, Destruction Derby, carnival rides & games, fair foods, shopping vendors, and competitive events. San Bernardino County Fairgrounds. (760) 951-2200, sbcfair.com
Claremont Folk Festival
May 22 I Claremont
Folk music performances, plus food and beverage vendors. Sontag Greek Theater at Pomona College. (909) 624-2928, folkmusiccenter.com
“Hello Gorgeous!”
A Live Tribute to Barbra Streisand
May 22 I Rancho Cucamonga
Actress/singer Rebecca Clark becomes Streisand in this one-woman musical delivering the greatest hits of the legendary singer. Lewis Family Playhouse. (909) 477-2752, lewisfamilyplayhouse.com
South Pacific
May 26–June 12 I Temecula
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s musical set in an island paradise during World War II includes the songs “Bali Hai,” “Some Enchanted Evening” and “I’m in Love with a Wonderful Guy.” Old Town Temecula Community Theater. 1-866-653-8696, temeculatheater.org
Chili Cook-off & Car/Cycle Show
May 28 I Riverside
Food, craft and business vendors, homemade chili, classic cars and cycles, live music and beer garden. On Magnolia Avenue from Van Buren Boulevard to Jackson Street in Arlington Village. (951) 509-1100, riversideabp.com
Leon Russell
May 28 I Big Bear Lake
Performance by the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer who over his 50-year career has played on, arranged, written or produced some of the best records in popular music. The Cave. (909) 878-0204, thecavebigbear.com
“Finale Bravura!”
May 28 I San Bernardino
San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra concludes its season with Mozart’s “Magic Flute Overture,” plus compositions by Tchaikovsky, Popper and Dvorak. California Theatre of the Performing Arts. (909) 381-5388, sanbernardinosymphony.org
Redlands Festival of Arts
May 28-29 I Redlands
Art show featuring works by dozens of local artists, live music, special library and shrine exhibits, Kid’s Fun Zone and Hospitality Garden serving craft beer or wine paired with local cuisine. Smiley Park. (909) 214-7179, redlandsfestivalarts.com