Free Things To Do in the Inland Empire & Southern California!

On March 17, 2012, Fairmount Park in Riverside will host the 20th Annual Walk With Animals where you and your dog can enjoy a fun, fair-like atmosphere and walk 1.3 miles while raising money for homeless animals in our community. [...]

RIVERSIDE, Calif. (www.ucr.edu) — Fitness instructor Sarina Jain, known as “the Indian Jane Fonda,” will teach a free class of her popular Masala Bhangra dance workout at the University of California, Riverside’s Student Recreation Center on Thursday, May 24 at 5 p.m. UC Riverside students, staff and faculty, as well as the general public are [...]

Knott’s Berry Farm and Southern California Knott’s Soak City water parks, Palm Springs, San Diego and Buena Park, are pleased to announce that they will be offering FREE admission to active and retired United States Military personnel on Sunday and Monday of Memorial Day (May 27-28) weekend. [...]

Victoria Gardens, and Promenade Temecula, have teamed up with Project Runway designer Nick Verreos and The Style Network’s host of How Do I Look?, Jeannie Mai, for this year’s national “Project Style” competition. This online fashion contest provides local fashion enthusiasts with a chance to show off their unique styles through a regional [...]

A visit to the California Citrus State Historic Park in Riverside is a vivid reminder of when fragrance from orange blossoms filled the air and citrus groves decorated the Southern California landscape. Situated in Riverside’s historic Arlington Heights citrus greenbelt, the 377-acre Citrus Park celebrates the role citrus – and in particular the navel orange [...]

Stage 7 of the Amgen Tour of California will be the ultimate test of the rider’s resolve to capture the Amgen Leader Jersey as it winds throughout the Inland Empire from Ontario to high atop Mt. Baldy on Saturday, May 19. [...]

Sarah Horn fell in love with classical music as a young girl in Riverside, but after high school she headed to Nashville to earn a degree in commercial vocal performance. She'll be performing with The Raincross Chorale on April 20, 2012. [...]

Summer fun arrives early in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country and is celebrated daily June 1 through Labor Day as Summerfest. “10 inviting festivals and events celebrate local, award-winning wines; music, art, hot air balloons; all-things-local-and-fresh; Dads, the 4th of July, Native American culture and dance; and provide adventure and entertainment,” explains Kimberly Adams, [...]

Judy Yung, professor emerita in American Studies at the University of California, Santa Cruz, will present “Angel Island, Immigrant Gateway to America” at UC Riverside on Friday, May 18 as part of Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Yung, who co-authored a book by the same name with Erika Lee in 2010, will make the presentation [...]

San Bernardino Railroad Days will turn the Historic Santa Fe Rail Depot back to the last century as San Bernardino celebrates its rail history on April 21 & 22, 2012. Admission is free. [...]

Wondering where the best fishing in the Inland Empire is located? So are we! Our fans weighed in on this issue, and here are the results! [...]

The Blue Mountain Beer Company is quickly becoming the hangout for Grand Terrace and beyond, with free beer tasting and discounted beer this Saturday of beer brewed right on site on St. Patrick's Day! Oh, and word is they have Green Flash "Palate Wrecker" IPA on hand! [...]

Strange, Quirky, Fun…these words don’t even begin to describe the Doo Dah Parade in Pasadena.  On April 28th at 11am, Colorado Blvd will be transformed into a free for all, as people let their freak flag fly. Featured in “50 places you must see before you die” this parade has been a beloved Rose Parade [...]

How could the amazing Riverside Air Show get any better? How about a great seat for the show parked next to eight (yes, eight) amazing food trucks and a beer garden provided by the rapidly expanding Packinghouse on March 31, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. [...]

                    Are you a police officer, firefighter, EMS, or member of the military? UC Riverside Baseball wants to honor you! The Highlanders are celebrating Heroes Day against Cal State Bakersfield on Saturday, April 14 at 6 pm at the Riverside Sports Complex. All police, firefighters, EMS [...]

Parents, do your children play softball or baseball and are 8th grade and below? If so, UC Riverside Baseball has a game for you! The Highlanders are hosting a youth jersey day on Sunday, May 6, and all kids 8th grade and below will be admitted for FREE by wearing their youth team baseball or [...]

The Highlanders are hosting a youth jersey day on Sunday, April 15, and all kids 8th grade and below will be admitted for FREE by wearing their youth team softball or baseball jersey. [...]

The Inland Empire is often thought of for its hikes, and for good reason. With such a vast array of geological zones, so many different ecological environments in one area, and nearly perfect weather all day every day, it makes sense that the IE offers such varied and exciting hiking options. [...]

The Orange County Fair 2012 is a while away, but the summer concert lineup has been announced, including Willie Nelson, Weird Al, Young the Giant, Sheryl Crow and more at The Pacific Amphitheater! [...]

March Field Airfest 2012 will bring Thunder of the Empire on May 19 and 20, 2012 to the delight of over 150,000 fans of the best military aviation airshow in the region. [...]

Stuck on where to take the kids Easter Egg Hunting? Here are a few ideas! [...]

The Riverside Air Show is often considered the best civilian air show in the Inland Empire, and you're invited to their 20th Anniversary on Saturday, March 31, 2012. Admission? That's free! [...]

Things To Do Inland Empire is throwing its First Anniversary party at the IE's famous Hangar 24 Brewery in Redlands on Saturday, March 3, 2012 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. to thank you for your loyalty and support! [...]

Whether soaring on a giant aerial tram, horseback riding along mountain vistas, or simply relaxing by the pool, we've got ten family-friendly activities for a memorable spring vacation in Palm Springs. [...]

IE Gourmet Food Trucks is pleased to announce their first IE Food Truck Event! Come join them on Wednesday, 2/29/12 in the UFC Gym parking lot at 470 N. McKinley Ave., in Corona from 4:30pm-8:30pm. There will be Seven fantastic Food Trucks participating in this event. [...]

The Inland Empire is closer to the farmers than LA, OC and SD, which means farmers markets throughout the inland empire. We've got a full list of the best farmers markets in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. [...]

From turn of the century buildings to mid-century storefronts and modern office buildings, downtown Riverside’s Main Street offers an assortment of architectural styles. One of downtown’s most unique aspects is the scenic pedestrian mall, which replaced 4 blocks of Main Street in 1966 and was refurbished in 2008-09. [...]

Celebrating its 12th year in Palm Springs, the popular Palm Springs Modernism Show & Sale will have more than 75 premier dealers displaying a wide range of vintage 20th Century furniture and decorative arts during Modernism Week at the Palm Springs Convention Center, February 18-20, 2012. [...]

With old hotels, storefronts and banks to present-day eateries, bars, studios and offices, a walk along downtown Riverside’s University Avenue offers a mixture of historic charm and modern styles. Though not immediately as impressive as neighboring Mission Inn Avenue, the street does have its share of notable gems – plus a few unexpected surprises. [...]

UC Riverside Athletics is celebrating Military Appreciation Day on February 4, and invites all military service members to two free basketball games as part of a Big West Conference doubleheader. [...]

The one and only Richard Simmons will bring his exuberance and love of fitness to UCR on Thursday, February 9, 2012 from 5–7:30 p.m. at the Student Recreation Center for a free fitness class! [...]

Want to know where the best St. Patrick's Day parties in the Inland Empire are at? We've got your list in 2012! [...]

Looking for the best Valentines Day date ideas that will surprise your special someone? As St. Valentine once said "Surprising your girl with Coachella tickets is always chill, but if Wahoo's is all you can afford, she will love you for who you are. If not, tell her to take a hike." OK, that last [...]

Wondering what the whole roller derby thing is all about or just want a day of fun at the roller rinks in the Inland Empire? These rinks are where you'll find some I.E. fun, whether you want roller skating or inline skating, also known as Rollerblading. [...]

From the eclectic Mission Inn and magnificent County Courthouse to the modern City Hall and mid-century public library, downtown Riverside is rich in architectural history and variety. Fortunately, many of these gems are within walking distance down a few adjoining streets. As such, we’ve created a few short circular, self-guided tours easily completed within 1 [...]

Everything sparkles in Downtown Riverside during the Festival of Lights --- including the horses’ glitter bedazzled hooves! [...]

If you are looking for a Hanukkah event in the Inland Empire, check out this listing of holiday themed comedy shows, massive Menorah lightings, and Hanukkah retreats! [...]

UFC Gym is excited to host famed MMA fighter Chuck Liddell at their Corona location Friday, December 16th. [...]

Sledding, tubing, tobogganing and playing in the snow are great fun, and you have many choices in Southern California! [...]

Downtown Riverside is definitely buzzing the first Thursday of each month from 6 pm to 9 pm – the Riverside Arts Walk First Thursdays is a great diversion from the bustle of the work week and family friendly! [...]