Inland Empire Magazine

Mission Inn Hotel & Spa’s Festival of Lights
2023-11-18 00:00 - 2024-01-07 00:00 UTC | Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, 3649 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside, CA
Festival of Lights
An Unforgettable Holiday Experience

Kelly & Duane Roberts, owners and Keepers of the Inn, continue the cherished annual tradition that they first created in 1992 as a gift back to the community. The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa’s Festival of Lights is one of the nation’s largest holiday light collections, voted “Best Public Lights Display” by USA Today. Every year, the Inn’s festival gains new energy, grows in popularity, and ushers in an increasing number of visitors to the Riverside area. This year’s Festival of Lights takes place from November 18, 2023 – January 7, 2024. Click here to reserve parking in advance. For all media inquiries, please contact AKR Public Relations: info@akrpr.com
We look forward to welcoming you with us this holiday season!

Scrooge
2023-11-18 00:00 - 2023-12-23 00:00 | LifeHouse Theater, 1135 N. Church St.,, Redlands, CA
DELIGHT IN THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS
Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol” comes to life in this powerful family production enjoyed by thousands throughout Southern California. Music, comedy, and the powerful redemption of Ebenezer Scrooge combine with the sights and sounds of the season for an unforgettable presentation of the true Christmas Spirit.

Imaginarium
2023-11-17 17:00 - 2024-01-07 22:00 | Pomona Fairplex, 1101 Mckinley, Pomona, CA
Discover a world where fantasy meets holiday cheer at Imaginarium – Southern California’s largest holiday & fantasyland event in Southern California!
Get ready for an electrifying voyage tailor-made for all ages! Roam through our dazzling rose garden or plunge into the labyrinthine mirror worlds, where illumination is infinite. Venture deeper yet into the enchanted forest, where you’ll come face to face with 25 colossal storybook creatures, each aglow in a spectacular cascade of lights, igniting your imagination at every turn & welcoming you into their wonderland world. Embark on a journey like no other—there’s magic on every beam.

Pilgrim Place Fall Festival
2023-11-10 10:00 - 2023-11-11 16:00 | Pilgrim Place, 625 Mayflower Road, Claremont, CA
Pilgrim Place Fall Festival is back!

A staple fall event of the Claremont Community since 1948. Festival includes artisan booths from our talented resident community. Booths and shops feature arts and crafts, paintings, pottery, stained glass, baked goods, plants, crocheting and sewing, and a variety of costume and handmade jewelry. Enjoyone-of-a-kind, handmade, and vintage products. Other festivities include food and drinks, museum tours, book sales, and children’s activities. We are excited to once again be able to host this long-standing tradition. There will be favorites along with new activities. Preparations for the 75th Annual Festival are now in progress. Mark your calendars and come for two days of shopping, learning new stories, and meeting amazing people that have devoted time to making this Festival the best one yet.

Wonka Register to Win Event - Montclair Place
2023-11-06 00:00 - 2023-12-20 00:00 | AMC DINE-IN Theatre, 2200 Montclair Plaza Lane,, Montclair, CA
Nov 6 – Dec 20

4 tickets to AMC DINE-IN Theatre
2 Drink Tickets + 2 Popcorn Tickets
$50 See’s Candies Gift Card

To register for the chance to win, visit the Wonka selfie spot on the Upper Level, near AMC DINE-IN Theatre and fill out the form.
Check out Wonka, opening at AMC DINE-IN Theatre Dec 15!
Click for complete rules and regulations.

In the Vault: Ontario and the Armed Forces
2023-11-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Ontario Museum of History & Art, 225 S. Euclid Ave.,, Ontario, CA
Veterans Day is a day to commemorate the service of all U.S. Veterans. Explore the lives of soldiers and the support civilians provided through some of the hidden gems found in the Museum’s collection.
‡ Reservation recommended, but not required.

Field of Honor
2023-11-04 09:00 - 2023-11-11 17:00 | Town Square Park, 24701 Jefferson Ave, Murrieta, CA
15th ANNUAL MURRIETA FIELD OF HONOR
Repost flags during the week
As in the past, flag sponsors can repost their flags from prior years at the Field for $10. Bring your flag, its ribbon and pole to the Field after noon on opening day, November 4, or any other open time during the week.
Pickup times for flags
Those who sponsor flags at this year’s Field of Honor may pick them up at the Field on Saturday, the 11th, anytime during open hours at the Field or from 9 am to noon on Sunday, the 12th. Those unclaimed can be picked up at the Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore facility at 27479 Enterprise Circle West in Temecula until November 30.
Vollbrecht Chalk Walk
Murrieta Rotary is issuing a call for artists to paint patriotic images with chalk at the club’s annual Field of Honor scheduled for Nov. 4th-11th at Town Square Park. Get more info here.
Interested in Volunteering at the Field of Honor?
A variety of opportunities exist to help stage the Field of Honor. You do not need to be a Rotarian. For volunteer opportunities at the Field of Honor, click here.

Dia de los Muertos Experience
2023-11-01 11:00 - 2023-11-04 20:00 | Court Street Square, 349 North E St.,, San Bernardino
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is an important celebration in Mexico, South America, and the U.S. that dates back to the Aztec Empire. Día de los Muertos is a day of commemoration – an opportunity for individuals to come together to focus on their loved ones who have passed away, and to honor, revere, and celebrate their memory.

An Ofrenda is an altar or shrine that families set up in their home for Día de los Muertos to celebrate the departed. The base is usually a table or other surface draped with a cloth and filled with significant objects. The objects reflect the four elements of water, wind, earth, and fire.
Get ready for a multi-day Día de los Muertos experience with a variety of fun and educational activities.
Here’s what you can expect:

November 1-3, 11am-2pm: Community Ofrenda and Local Food Vendor on-site!
November 4th, 11am-5pm: Main Event with Beer Garden, Performances, Artisans, Food Vendors, Music, and more!

The Community Ofrenda experience will be on display at Court Street Square from November 1-4.

Inland Master Chorale
2023-10-29 16:00 | Memorial Chapel, 1200 E. Colton Ave., Redlands
The Inland Master Chorale is delighted to present its 44th concert season. Our mission is to enable all people to learn about and experience choral music, bringing them inspiration and joy. There is certainly something for everyone in this season’s varied repertoire. We invite you to join us on this musical journey.
-Artistic Director Dr. Joseph Modica

HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR
2023-10-28 18:00 - 21:00 | CA
We’re Here for the Boo’s!
Halloween Spooktacular
Oct 28 // 6 – 9P // Inside Montclair Place

Costume Contest
Jumpers and Halloween Maze
Carnival Style Games
Live DJ
Face Painting // Crafts // Selfie Stations
​Trick or Treat at participating stores, while supplies last

Village Venture Arts & Crafts Festival
2023-10-28 09:00 - 17:00 | Claremont Village, 205 Yale Ave., Claremont
The Claremont Chamber’s 41st Annual Village Venture has become a place where family, friends & neighbors come together to enjoy music, food and the arts.

Village Venture is the Claremont Chamber’s annual fundraising event that supports our programming and services. We thank our vendors, members, and the community for their support.

In-N-Out Festival
2023-10-22 10:00 - 22:00 | In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip, 2780 Fairplex Drive, Pomona
DRAG RACING • CAR SHOW • LIVE MUSIC THROUGHOUT THE DECADES • CARNIVAL RIDES • GAMES • IN-N-OUT BURGER COOKOUT TRUCKS • CONCESSIONS

Ghost Walk Riverside
2023-10-20 17:30 - 2023-10-21 00:00 | St. Francis de Sales School, 4205 Mulberry St., Riverside
Join us for an eerie evening of family-friendly fun at Ghost Walk Riverside – Haunted Halls! Get ready to embark on a tantalizing adventure through the corridors of St. Francis de Sales School where the spirits and mysteries come to life in a whimsical and fantastic adventure perfect for all ages.
Within the courtyard, patrons will be treated to the sounds and sites of Halloween including the kids’ carnival, food & vendor court, and beer garden. You won’t dare want to miss the 32nd annual Ghost Walk Riverside Halloween event!

“The Addams Family”
2023-10-20 14:00 - 2023-10-29 19:30 | Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Drive,, Rancho Cuc
Book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice
Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa
Orchestrations by Larry Hochman
Based on Characters Created by Charles Addams
The award-winning Inland Valley Repertory Theatre brings this weird and wonderful family to devilishly delightful life in The Addams Family. This magnificently macabre musical comedy is a visually satisfying, rib-tickling, lunatic musical that will entertain you to death! With a enchantingly evil score, ghoulish effects and garish costumes, The Addams Family is sure to be fun for all ages. Come meet the family. We’ll leave the lights off for you

Spirit Walk
2023-10-19 18:30 | RCP Arena Theatre, 4026 14th St.,, Riverside
ONE NIGHT ONLY
October 19th, 2023
6:30 PM
$40 per Ticket
It’s Halloween season, where ghoulish, scary fun abounds!
Do you love ghost stories? Do you love zombies? Then join us for pre-show tricks and treats, preview stories from 2023’s Ghost Walk, enjoy a silent auction, and then settle in for a full, live preview performance of Night of the Living Dead, adapted and directed by Ron Milts!

Pomona Kindness Carnival
2023-10-14 14:00 - 17:00 | Pomona Civic Center
Compassionate Pomona is hosting their 2023 Kindness Carnival on Saturday, October 14, from 2pm-5pm at the Pomona Civic Center. This family-friendly event invites everyone to join in a day filled with fun and engaging activities. Attendees can look forward to a variety of games, exciting giveaways, and raffle prizes. The event will also feature live music and poetry readings, adding a cultural touch to the day. Special activities for kids will ensure that the little ones are entertained throughout. The carnival will also host guest speakers, providing an opportunity for learning and inspiration. Come and be a part of this day of kindness and community spirit.

Rendezvous Back to Route 66
2023-10-07 09:00 - 21:00 | Downtown San Bernardino, E and Court streets, San Bernardino
Revving Up the Excitement:

San Bernardino Gets Ready For Route 66 Car Show

Celebrating 33 Years of Rendezvous History in Downtown San Bernardino

Join us as we celebrate The Mother Road, at The Rendezvous back to Route 66 – a legendary cruisin’ car show celebrating San Bernardino’s storied Route 66.
With a rich 33-year history, this family-friendly event is set to feature over a thousand classic and custom vehicles cruising the streets of Downtown San Bernardino. Get ready to feast your eyes on themed cruises, live entertainment, scrumptious food, tempting vendors, relaxing beer gardens, and a fun play area for the kids!
Plan to stick around until evening, when the vibrant neon lights will illuminate the way along the cruise route. Come down to Downtown San Bernardino and experience the thrill of “Where It All Began” on Route 66 on October 7, 2023, from 9:00 AM to 9:00 P.M. and let’s Rendezvous back to Route 66!

Pumpkin Fest
2023-10-06 10:00 - 2023-10-29 19:00 | Cal Poly Pomona AGRIscapes, , 4102 S. University Drive, Pomona
Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Agriculture started the Pumpkin Festival about 30 years ago. What began as a humble patch by the side of the road where visitors could cut their own pumpkins off the vine has grown into a month-long series of events and activities in October. The festival has become hugely popular, drawing thousands of visitors to pick pumpkins from a patch near the Farm Store. As many as 120,000 visitors have come during October, making it one of the largest events in the entire California State University system.
Pumpkin patches, corn mazes, petting farm, antique tractor-pulled hay wagon rides, music, food vendors and craft marketplace. cpp.edu/ pumpkinfestival/

TEDx Temecula
2023-09-30 11:00 - 16:00 | Old Town Temecula Community Theater,, 42051 Main St, Temecula, CA
Since 2012, TEDxTemecula has brought dynamic speakers and performers to an engaged audience. With fresh ideas on technology, entertainment, design, health, education, the arts and more —TEDxTemecula speakers will inspire, delight, and teach us about our past, present, and future. You can be a vital part of Temecula’s future by attending the conference or becoming a TEDxTemecula Partner.
TEDx events are independent events operated under a license from TED. Local businessman and community advocate Jim McLaughlin is the licensee for TEDxTemecula and leads a team of volunteers to produce the conference each year. All TEDxTemecula talks are videotaped and posted on YouTube for the world to view. The best talks could get elevated to TED.com.

Animaniacs in Concert
2023-09-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Drive,, Rancho Cuc
It’s time for Animaniacs: In Concert! Join the leading voice-cast of Animaniacs – the iconic animated Warner Bros series created and produced by Steven Spielberg – for a “zany, animany and totally insaney” evening as they perform the world-famous songs from the beloved

TLR: Experience the Eagles
2023-09-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Drive,, Rancho Cuc
Since their debut in 2000, THE LONG RUN – Experience The Eagles has earned its place among the top-drawing tribute acts in North America and is widely regarded as the finest Eagles tribute show working today. Hand picked to perform the music of The Eagles by Mark Cuban’s & Ryan Seacrest’s network AXS-TV, their 90 minute live concert for the hit TV show “The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands” was broadcast to millions of viewers across five continents. The show received the highest ratings in the series’ history resulting in an unprecedented two invitations to return in subsequent seasons for encore appearances. The band’s career has propelled them all over the Unites States, through Canada, Asia, Mexico, Bermuda, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Malaysia and all over Australia. Marked by lush vocal harmonies and exceptional musical accuracy, every TLR performance delivers a reverence for the beloved Eagles recordings blended with The Long Run’s own live-concert personality.

“Feelin’ Good”: The Ultimate Michael Bublé Experience
2023-09-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Lewis Family Playhouse, 12505 Cultural Center Drive,, Rancho Cuc
Tribute artist Anthony Bernasconi creates an immersive experience that will delight Bublé fans. lewisfamilyplayhouse.com
Bublé’s smooth, crooner voice is one of the greats, and Anthony Bernasconi perfectly emulates the effortless class, velvet voice and smooth moves that Bublé so famously exudes. With an easy-going disposition and a million-watt smile, Anthony has created an immersive experience that is sure to delight Bublé fans of all ages. Backed by 17 piece The All-Nighters Big Band, this is the finest Michael Bublé tribute in the United States!
Every person, regardless of age, needs a ticket to attend a performance at the Lewis Family Playhouse. Children must be able to sit independently in their own seat for the duration of the show. Babes in arms are not permitted.

Elton, The Early Years
2023-09-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Yucaipa Performing Arts Center,, 12062 California St.,, Yucaipa, CA
Tribute artist Kenny Metcalf recreates the look and sound of the flamboyant superstar. yucaipaperformingarts.org
The Yucaipa Performing Arts Center is proud to present, ELTON: THE EARLY YEARS!
As seen on AXS TV’s “The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands”, Kenny Metcalf embodies Elton John like no one else! Accomplished musician and vocalist, Kenny recreates the multiple Grammy-winning legend and flamboyant superstar in each and every performance. Dazzling outfits, stunning vocals, and a spectacular backing band complete this phenomenal reproduction that brings the audience on an adventure of both sight and sound.
Performing on our beautiful outdoor stage, please join us (and you can tell everybody!) as we close out our 2023 Summer concert series with the music of Elton John!
The Yucaipa Performing Arts Center also now offers a “Season Pass” bundle! You will get an exclusive discount on each show when you purchase a ticket to ALL 3 of the Summer Concert Series Shows!
This can ONLY be done by calling or visiting the box office!

Tacos & Tequila Festival
2023-09-16 11:00 - 16:00 | Pechanga Resort Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula, CA
PECHANGA’S INAUGURAL TACOS & TEQUILA FESTIVAL

VIP ENTRY
Saturday, September 16th, 2023 • 11AM
GENERAL ADMISSION ENTRY
Saturday, September 16th, 2023 • 1PM
Designated Driver tickets are available through the Box Office.
Must be at least 21 to enter. A valid Government Issued Photo ID is required upon entry. Management reserves all rights. Please drink Responsibly.

Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion
2023-09-15 17:00 - 2023-09-16 23:00 | Downtown Ontario
Free, family-friendly event with classic cars, concerts, vendors and kids activities. Route66CruisinReunion.com
Welcome to the Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion – where the excitement has been running high for an incredible ten years, and we’re ready to kick the celebration into high gear on September 15th and 16th!
Dive into the heart of the action right on Downtown Euclid Avenue in Ontario. Imagine a jaw-dropping lineup of over 1,000 classics, hot rods, and rat rods that will undoubtedly leave you amazed. But here’s the cherry on top: we’re not just showcasing vehicles; we’re paying homage to the enduring legacy of generations of proud, classic car families.
The rhythm of the event gets even hotter with Ozomatli on Friday and Thelma Houston on Saturday – dual stages, non-stop grooving all the way.
And it’s not just for the car aficionados – bring the whole crew along! This is a family-friendly event with an even sweeter deal – there’s no entry fee.
Picture yourself cruising, indulging in delectable food, sipping at the beer gardens, and uncovering some of the coolest car swag all weekend long. So, gear up and get ready because the countdown is on! Let’s hit the road and make the 10th Anniversary Cruisin’ Reunion on Route 66 a memory for the ages.

Railroadiana Swap Meet
2023-09-09 09:00 | Southern California Railway Museum, 2201 S. “A” Street,, Perris, CA
Shop for railroad collectibles, art, books, models and toy trains and hear stories about Southern California’s railway history. socalrailway.org

Shop for and learn about railroadiana and railroad antiques at Southern California’s largest outdoor railroadiana swap meet.

Vendors will be selling railroad collectibles, art, books, models and toy trains. Railroad historians and preservationists will be on hand to tell the story of Southern California’s railway history. Fun and learning for the whole family!

Dates
September 9, 2023
The event runs from 9 am to 2 pm

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Details

General Admission: Adult $9, Age 5-11 $6
Admission with Train & Trolley Rides: Adult $12, Age 5-11 $8
Museum members may buy and sell at this event for free.

Pinners Conference & Expo
2023-08-25 10:00 - 2023-08-26 19:00 | Fairplex, 1101 W McKinley Ave.,, Pomona, CA
Pinners is two great events in one. It’s a conference featuring 110+ creative and educational classes taught by the best presenters in the nation. And it’s also a shopping event with 200 top shops providing beautiful options in the worlds of home DIY, crafts, cooking, self-improvement, photography, party planning, scrapbooking, holiday, beauty and fashion and all sorts of other great things. You don’t have to be on Pinterest to come of course, but bring an adventurous spirit 🙂 Because this is where it comes to life. And after you come, it’ll be your new favorite event!

Hamlet
2023-08-17 08:00 - 2023-08-26 17:00 | Baily Vineyard & Winery, 33440 La Serena Way,, Temecula, CA
Shakespeare in the Vines presents the Shakespearean tragedy under the stars.

Frankie Avalon
2023-08-15 20:00 | Redlands Bowl, 25 Grant St, Redlands, CA, 92373
Tuesday, August 15 at 8:00 pm
If you can’t remember a time when Frankie Avalon wasn’t a part of your life, you aren’t alone. The legendary performer’s career spans three generations of music, television and motion pictures, which he feels is due primarily to the loyalty and trust of his audience.
Frankie’s years as a “Teenage Idol” have been succeeded by maturity and professionalism. He is currently one of the busiest nightclub performers in the country, playing the nations finest supper clubs and headlining top Las Vegas Hotel Main rooms. His motion picture career has already spanned some thirty films, and counting!

The StepCrew
2023-08-04 20:00 | Redlands Bowl, 25 Grant St, Redlands, CA, 92373
Friday, August 4 at 8pm
The StepCrew brings an epic fusion of three styles of exhilarating celtic dance- Irish, Tap, and Ottawa Valley. The 11-member company is led by internationally acclaimed dancers Cara Butler and brothers Jon and Nathan Pilatzke and includes five virtuoso dancers, three world-class fiddlers, and a vocalist.
Soloist Cara Butler is best known as The Chieftains’ top Irish dancer for the last two decades, while Jon and Nathan Pilatzke are Canada’s leading and most exciting Ottawa Valley stepdancers. Accompanied by virtuosic musicians from the Celtic, traditional and rock genres, The StepCrew achieves the ultimate balance of respecting traditional forms of dance and creating exciting modern fusions never seen or heard before!
