inland empire
Mother Road Revisited: Route Sixty-Six Then and Now
Continuing Through Sept. 18 | Ontario
Photos taken in the 1950s and ’60s along Route 66 are paired with contemporary photos from the exact same location and vantage point. Ontario Museum of History & Art. (909) 395-2510, ontarioca.gov/museum
Friday Nights LIVE!
Continuing Through Oct. 28 | Claremont
Free weekly concerts 6 to 9 p.m. at four stages in the Claremont Village. thevillageclaremont.com
Sculpture in the Garden
Continuing Through Oct. 29 | Alta Loma
More than 60 California sculptors have their works on view in artist-selected locations in the Maloof Discovery Garden and throughout the grounds of the Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation historic home site. (909) 980-0412, malooffoundation.org
Chess in Concert
Sept. 1-4 I Temecula
An all-star cast, live orchestra and full choir perform the songs from the rock musical about two chess champions who go head to head over women and bragging rights. Old Town Temecula Community Theater. 1-866-653-8696, temeculatheater.org
La Cage aux Folles
Sept. 2–Oct. 8 I Claremont
Cultures collide and the strength of family and feather boas are tested in this musical French farce that inspired the 1996 hit movie The Birdcage which starred Robin Williams. Candlelight Pavilion Dinner Theater. (909) 626-1254, candlelightpavilion.com
L.A. County Fair
Sept. 2–25 I Pomona
“Dare to Fair” is the theme. Enjoy all the usual fair trappings plus Jurassic Planet (interactive dinosaur experience), Let The Games Begin (interactive sports experience), and The Igloo (ice skating and sledding hill). End of Summer concert series headliners include Bad Company, Blondie, Gabriel Iglesias aCnd hicago. Fairplex. (909) 623-3111, lacountyfair.com
Artists’ Reception
Sept. 3 I Claremont
Meet the artists of the new exhibit “Colorful Visions: The Landscapes and Bouquets of Laurie Hendricks and Janine Salzman.” 5 to 7 p.m. Hillside Fine Art, 445 W. Foothill Blvd., Suite 101 (in the Old Schoolhouse Complex above Trader Joe’s). (909) 268-4526, hillsidefineart.com
Marshall Tucker Band
Sept. 3 I Big Bear
The band known for helping to establish the Southern Rock genre in the 1970s performs a benefit concert for the Southern California Mountains Foundation. Big Bear Discovery Center Amphitheater. (909) 878-0204, mountainsfoundation.org
Noodles
Sept. 3–25 I Redlands
Redlands Footlighters opens its 2016-2017 theater season with L. Don Swartz’s heartwarming comedy about the 30-ish son of Ma and Pa Boodle whose efforts to introduce girlfriends to his somewhat “colorful” family don’t turn out very well. (909) 793-2909, redlandsfootlighters.org
Apple Harvest Season
Sept. 3–Nov. 27 I Oak Glen
Southern California’s premier apple country celebrates the fall harvest. Visit orchards and purchase fresh apples, cider and apple pies; feed the animals in the animal park; browse through specialty shops; and enjoy country music, dancing, dinner events and other old-fashioned activities. oakglen.net
Shakespeare in the Vines
Sept. 8–24 I Temecula
The theater company closes out its summer season with the play Equivocation, a high-stakes political thriller that poses the question: What if the government commissioned William Shakespeare (known as “Shagspeare” in the play) to write the definitive history of a national crisis–the Gunpowder Plot–in one of his plays? Baily Vineyard & Winery. (951) 402-7488, 1-866-653-8696, shakespeareinthevines.org
Legally Blonde
Sept. 8–25 I Temecula
Temecula Valley Players stage the musical about a woman who charms her way into Harvard Law School in an effort to win back her ex-boyfriend. Old Town Temecula Community Theater. 1-866-653-8696, temeculatheater.org
Belong Tour
Sept. 9–10 I Ontario
This two-day event features female authors, speakers and online personalities who share insights from their personal life stories in an effort to challenge women to pursue their best lives. Citizens Business Bank Arena. (909) 244-5600, cbbankarena.com
Juried Art Show & Festival
Sept. 9–11 I Rancho Cucamonga
Associated Artists of the Inland Empire presents its 52nd annual show. Artworks on view all three days (times vary); awards presentation and reception Friday at 7:30 p.m. Victoria Gardens Cultural Center Celebration Hall. associatedartistsinlandempire.org
Banning Stagecoach Days
Sept. 9–11 I Banning
PRCA Rodeo (Friday and Saturday), Junior Rodeo and Battle of the Bands (Sunday), parade (Saturday), carnival, vendors, performance by Country Nation band, and Wild West encampment. A.C. Dysart Park. stagecoachdays.org
Always a Bridesmaid
Sept. 9–25 I Riverside
Riverside Community Players opens its 2016-2017 theater season with the comedic romp about four friends who swear to be in each other’s weddings...no matter what. (951) 686-4030, riversidecommunityplayers.com
Fall Railroadiana Swap Meet
Sept. 10 I Perris
More than 175 vendors offer railroad themed antiques, collectibles, artworks, books, model and toy trains. Train and trolley rides also available. Orange Empire Railway Museum. (951) 943-3020, oerm.org
Claremont Village Wine Walk
Sept. 10 I Claremont
Claremont Village businesses serve wine, beverages and food tastings while live music fills the air. (909) 626-1147, claremontwinewalk.com
Doggie POOL-ooza
Sept. 10–11 I Ontario
Let your four-legged pal splash around in the park’s lagoon after it has closed for the summer season. Plus: doggie swimsuit competition, dog/owner look-a-like contest, Top Dog talent show, and Lil’ Dog Races. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. $5 per person, $1 per dog. Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park. sbcounty.gov/parks/
California Beer Festival
Sept. 10–11 I San Dimas
California’s largest traveling beer festival showcases craft beers on tap, live musical performances, food trucks and more. While Saturday is known as “Craft Beer Heaven” for its wide array of craft beers samples, Sunday is designated as “Sunday Funday,” a family-friendly event. Frank G. Bonelli Park. californiabeerfestival.com
46th Annual Oktoberfest
Sept. 10–Oct. 29 I Big Bear Lake
For eight weekends, Big Bear Lake hosts one of the best German celebrations this side of Munich. Do the polka, enjoy a feast fit for King Ludwig, enter the stein holding contest, and shop for gifts at the Budenstrasse (Avenue of the Booths). The Kinder Garten has children’s activities. Big Bear Convention Center. (909) 585-3000, bigbearevents.com
Chinese Moon Festival
Sept. 16 I Riverside
Activities include Lion Dance performance, games and crafts, storytelling, chopstick training, Tai Chi demonstration, Chinese mooncakes and tea. 6 to 8 p.m. Free admission, food available for purchase. Heritage House, 8193 Magnolia Ave. (951) 826-5273, riversideca.gov/museum/
Penn & Teller
Sept. 16 I Rancho Cucamonga
No need to travel to Las Vegas. These Bad Boys of Magic bring their celebrated live show to Lewis Family Playhouse. (909) 477-2752, lewisfamilyplayhouse.com
The Band Perry
Sept. 16 I Cabazon
This country-turned-pop group performs in concert at Morongo Casino Resort and Spa. 1-800-252-4499, morongocasinoresort.com
Escape! The Journey Tribute
Sept. 16 I Temecula
A concert under the stars featuring the band’s hit songs, such as “Don’t Stop Believin’.” Wine, beer and food will be available for purchase. Callaway Vineyard & Winery. (951) 676-4001, callawaywinery.com
Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion
Sept. 16–18 I Ontario
Admire fabulous vehicles from yesteryear at this fourth annual celebration of America’s love affair with the automobile and its world-famous highway, Route 66. Cruisin’, live music, contests, food and revelry in a family-friendly environment along historic Euclid Avenue, powered by the Greater Ontario Convention & Visitors Bureau. 1-800-867-8366, route66cruisinreunion.com
Crush 2016
Sept. 17 I Temecula
Mingle with winery owners and winemakers at this wine and food tasting that showcases the 30+ member wineries of the Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association in one location. Wiens Family Cellars. 1-800-801-9463, temeculawines.org
Riverside Art & Music Festival
Sept. 17 I Riverside
Riverside Arts Council and Riverside Downtown Partnership integrate the former Mayor’s Ball and Summer Street Jam into this new family-friendly event designed to showcase the depth of Riverside’s art community. Entertainment, art exhibits, chalk art, demonstrations and workshops. Free admission. 3 to 10 p.m. in downtown Riverside. RiversideArtandMusicFestival.com
Murder Mystery Weekend
Sept. 17 I Fontana
“Mayhem & Murder in Fontana” invites the audience to help solve the crime as a three-course meal is intertwined with a three-act show. Tibbies Center Stage. (909) 429-7469, centerstagefontana.com
Martha Davis & The Motels
Sept. 17 I Rancho Cucamonga
New wave band known for hits “Only the Lonely” and “Suddenly Last Summer.” Lewis Family Playhouse. (909) 477-2752, lewisfamilyplayhouse.com
The Hiding Place
Sept. 17–Oct. 16 I Redlands
The horror of the holocaust provides the backdrop for this powerful stage production of the true story of Corrie ten Boom. Lifehouse Theater. (909) 335-3037, lifehousetheater.com
Fall Classical Music Festival
Sept. 18 I Lake Arrowhead
The Arrowhead Arts Association presents the San Bernardino Symphony in a matinee concert. The All Mountain Strings Ensemble will also perform. Our Lady of the Lake Church. (909) 337-0284, arrowheadarts.org.
Engelbert Humperdinck
Sept. 23 I Cabazon
The English crooner has delighted audiences with his hits, including “Release Me,” “The Last Waltz” and “After the Lovin.” Morongo Casino, Resort and Spa. 1-800-252-4499, morongocasinoresort.com
Food Truck Friday
Sept. 23 I Riverside
Buy food truck grub in front of Riverside Art Museum. After you eat, wander the museum’s galleries for free. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. (951) 684-7111 riversideartmuseum.org
Octonauts Live!
Sept. 23 I Riverside
Calling all Octo-Cadets! For the first time, The Octonauts are bringing their live stage show to the U.S. The Octonauts and the Deep Sea Volcano Adventure features songs, interactive opportunity, and surprises. Fox Performing Arts Center. (951) 779-9800, riversidelive.com
Get Shamrocked Irish Music Festival
Sept. 23–24 I Murrieta
Two days of rock and punk influenced Irish music, headlined by The Mahones, The Tossers, Gaelic Storm and Young Dubliners. Murrieta Town Square Park. (951) 692-6404, getshamrocked.com
Riverside Mariachi Festival
Sept. 24 I Riverside
Mariachi and ballet folklorico groups from all over Southern California, cultural foods, vendors and community art displays. 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. $20, kids $5. Fairmount Park. (951) 826-5303, rivreg.org
Temecula Wine & Music Festival
Sept. 24 I Temecula
World class entertainers grace the stage coupled with a wine tasting experience. Evelyn “Champagne” King, Michael Paulo and Brian Simpson are among the scheduled performers. Galway Downs. temeculawineandmusicfestival.com
L.A. Kings Black and White Game
Sept. 25 I Ontario
The Ontario Reign, American Hockey League affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings of the National Hockey League, along with the Kings, will play an intra-squad game. Participants will be composed of players from the 2016 Kings Training Camp roster. Citizens Business Bank Arena. (909) 244-5600, cbbankarena.com
People’s Choice Tasting
& Awards
Sept. 29 I Temecula
Let your palate guide you through dozens of Temecula Valley wines. Rate them and help crown the winners at a wine dinner in the evening Three ticket levels allow participants to take part in some or all of the event. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Galway Downs. (951) 699-3626, temeculawines.org
San Diego County
Festival of Sail
Sept. 3–5 I San Diego
The largest Tall Ship festival on the West Coast transforms the North Embarcadero into a nautical theme park. Maritime Museum of San Diego. (619) 234-9153, ext 101; sdmaritime.org
The Commodores
Sept. 22 I Pauma Valley
Concert by the American funk and soul band known for “Three Times a Lady,” “Brick House,” and “Easy.” Casino Pauma. (760) 742-2177, casinopauma.com
The Guess Who
Sept. 23 I Pauma Valley
Not to be confused with The Who, this Canadian rock band enjoyed success with “No Time,” “American Woman,” “These Eyes” and “Share the Land.” Casino Pauma. (760) 742-2177, casinopauma.com
Hop Heads and Dreads
Sept. 24 I Valley Center
Craft beer and reggae festival features dozens of breweries, plus food trucks and music by Stick Figure, RDGLDGRN and Kimie Miner. Harrah’s Resort Southern California. 1-855-234-7469, harrahssocal.com
The Scream Zone
Sept. 30–Oct. 31 I Del Mar
San Diego County’s largest haunted experience features House of Horror, Haunted Hayride, and other monstrous attractions. Del Mar Fairgrounds. (858) 755-1161, thescreamzone.com
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Cyndi Lauper
Sept. 24 I Rancho Mirage
“Time After Time” the Grammy-winning singer proves that “Girls Just Want To Have Fun.” Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa. hotwatercasino.com