Levitt AMP Twentynine Palms Music Series

Oct. 3, 10, 17 and 24 | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Freedom Plaza | 6547 Freedom Wy, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277

Families can dance at free Freedom Plaza concerts from 7–9 p.m. October’s lineup features The Kearns Family Band, Joshua Josué, Terrell Edwards, Hotel Mercy, HuDost, Palo Xanto, Mark Taylor, and Los Poncho Tones.

The 21st Fall Joshua Tree Music Festival

Oct. 8–11 | Times Vary

The Joshua Tree Lake Campground | 2601 Sunfair Rd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252

Joshua Tree Lake comes alive for four unforgettable days of music, art, movement, hands-on workshops, and family adventures, where nationally touring acts share the spotlight with Morongo Basin artists and rising youth musicians.

Romeo & Juliet-A Mojave Reimagining

Oct. 9–18 | Times vary

Theatre 29 | 73637 Sullivan Rd, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277

Shakespeare’s classic tragedy gets a bold desert makeover as Theatre 29 and Joshua Tree Shakespeare Company bring drama, intrigue, and Mojave magic to the stage in Twentynine Palms for an unforgettable theatrical experience.

Gubler Orchids Festival

Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sunday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Gubler Orchids | 2200 Belfield Blvd, Landers, CA 92285

Gubler Orchids transforms into a blooming wonderland with greenhouse tours, an American Orchid Society–judged show, colorful art, live entertainment, tasty food, and local vendors inviting visitors to explore and celebrate Landers’ creative spirit.

Silverthorne’s Spooktacular Social

Saturday, Oct 10 | 5:00 PM

Palms Restaurant | 83131 Amboy Rd, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277

The Palms cranks up the volume for a one-day indoor-outdoor rock blowout in Wonder Valley, featuring Peter Holsapple, Ben Vaughn, 100 Flowers, Hammer of the Ozz, Psychic Black, and Crampus for music lovers.

Beginner’s Improv Workshop

Thursday, Oct 1 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Mountain Counseling & Training HQ | 340 CA Highway 138 Crestline, CA 92325

Laughter takes center stage as community members explore theatre games, improv warmups, and short-form exercises in a relaxed, welcoming space designed for creativity, connection, and playful discovery. Best of all, joining costs nothing.

Art Night!: Folk Assemblage Art with Paul Samendfeld

Friday, Oct 9 | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Wrightwood Arts Center | 6045 Park Drive, Wrightwood CA, 92397

Everyday treasures become art as participants build assemblages with glue, frames, buttons, jewelry, chains, wire, lids, and other inspiring finds. Materials are provided, though personal objects are welcome, and no experience is required.

Tunes in the Trees

Friday, Oct 9 | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

SkyPark at Santa’s Village | 28950 CA-18, Skyforest, CA 92385

The pines set the scene for an unforgettable evening of live music, dancing, delicious food, and refreshing drinks at SkyPark at Santa’s Village in Skyforest. Guests are encouraged to reserve advance tickets early.

Bear Crawl in The Village

Saturday, Oct 10 | 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Big Bear Lake Village | 652 Pine Knot Ave, Big Bear CA 92315

Big Bear Lake Village serves up community spirit at this walkable tasting event, where guests can sample flavors, visit participating businesses, support worthy causes, and discover the Village’s lively music and creative-business scene.

Halloween in the Park; Fall Fest

Saturday, Oct 24 | 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Twin Peaks Senior-Community Center | 675 Grandview Rd, Twin Peaks, CA 92391

Twin Peaks gets spooky at Halloween in the Park Fall Fest, where families can explore the pumpkin patch, make crafts, brave haunted hayrides, dance, and show off costumes at the Twin Peaks Senior-Community Center.

Dia de Muertos Arts & Crafts!

Wednesday, Oct 7 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

The Contemporary Club | 173 S Eureka St, Redlands, CA 92373

Families of all ages celebrate Día de los Muertos by crafting paper frames, papel picado, and marigolds for personal ofrendas or the library’s community display. Coffee and pan dulce await; under-12s need adults.

Black Perpsectives I.E. Fundraiser

Thursday, Oct 8 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

SBVC Health and Life Science | 701 S. Mt. Vernon Avenue San Bernardino, CA 92410

Black storytelling takes center stage at this free community fundraiser for Black Perspectives I.E. Guests can enjoy a journalist panel, conversation, merchandise, and connection while helping the radio program reach its $60,000 goal.

The Haunting of Hill House

October 9-25 | Times vary

Redlands Footlighters, Inc. |1810 Barton Road, Redlands 92373

Redlands Footlighters summons spine-tingling suspense in The Haunting of Hill House. F. Andrew Leslie’s adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s classic follows four investigators confronting occult forces buried within a mansion with a deadly reputation.

Rendezvous Back to Route 66 Car Show

Saturday, Oct 10 | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Downtown San Bernardino

Downtown San Bernardino roars to life as Rendezvous Back to Route 66 returns with 1,200-plus classic vehicles, live entertainment, food vendors, and thousands of fans ready for its biggest downtown street celebration yet.

Fall Festival at Mercado536

Saturday, Oct 10 | 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Mercado 536 at The Garcia Center for the Arts |
536 W 11th St., San Bernardino, CA 92410

The Garcia Center for the Arts launches its first Fall Festival with free family fun: costumes, scavenger hunts, pumpkins, stories, music, vendors, telescope viewing, and Mercado 536 treasures from 40-plus artists and makers.

The Happiness of Pursuit Festival

Saturday, Oct 3 | 3:00 PM - 11:45 PM

Stage Red Fontana | 8463 Sierra Ave. Fontana, CA 92335

THOP Fest returns October 3 to Stage Red in Fontana, bringing KOTA THE FRIEND, RAS KASS, DJ RHETTMATIC, and more for a high-energy celebration of hip-hop, visual art, skateboarding, vendors, creativity, and community.

Wonder Wander Make: October edition

Sunday, Oct 4 | 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Sam and Alfreda Maloof Foundation | 5131 Carnelian Street, Rancho Cucamonga CA, 91701

On October 4, Wonder, Wander, and Make invites families to a free afternoon of sourdough, origami owls, succulent planting, STEAM, seed harvesting, and woodworking from noon to 4 p.m. Guided tours are available.

Monster Mash-Up Movie Night At Magnolia Park

Friday, Oct 16 | 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Magnolia Park | 651 W. 15th Street, Upland, CA 91786

Magnolia Park gets monstrously fun at Monster Mash-Up Movie Night, with crafts, lawn games, trivia, food vendors, and costumes starting at 5 p.m., followed by The Super Mario Galaxy Movie at 7 p.m.

Ontario Arts Festival

Saturday, Oct 17 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Chaffey Community Museum of Art | 217 S. Lemon Avenue, Ontario CA, 91761

Ontario Arts Festival returns for its eighth year with 60-plus artist booths, live demonstrations, hands-on activities, free museum entry, food trucks, and a beer-and-wine garden celebrating the Inland Empire’s creative community all day.

Floating Pumpkin Patch

Saturday, Oct 17 | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Tom Sawyer Swimming Pool | 152 E San Bernardino Avenue Rialto, CA 92376

Pumpkin picking gets a splashing twist as families dive for gourds at the Tom Sawyer Swimming Pool, then enjoy swimming, carnival games, food vendors, a family maze, arts and crafts, raffle prizes, and giveaways, all included with admission.

We’re always looking to share more of what’s happening across San Bernardino County; from art shows and performances to festivals, workshops, and neighborhood projects. If you’ve got something creative or cultural in the works, let us know! Submit your event for next month’s issue and help keep our community in the know.

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​(This newsletter goes out at the end of each month and features events for the month ahead.)