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Hey Reader!
October is here, bringing cooler evenings, golden sunsets, and a full lineup of arts and cultural events across San Bernardino County. From festivals to exhibits, and creative workshops, there’s plenty to experience. Here’s what’s coming up this month!
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Victorville Fall Festival
Saturday, Oct. 4th | 3:00 PM- 9:00 PM
City Hall |14343 Civic Dr, Victorville, CA 92392
On October 4, Victorville’s Fall Festival will turn Civic Drive into one big neighborhood party. From 3 to 9 p.m., families can stroll through rows of food and craft vendors, catch live bands and performances, and let the kids run wild with games and attractions. With community booths, local flavor, and plenty to see and do, it’s an evening built for making memories under the High Desert sky.
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Main Street USA Festival & Car Show
Saturday, Oct. 11 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Historic Route 66 | Downtown Barstow, CA
Downtown Barstow is revving up for the 26th Annual Main Street USA Festival on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Historic Main Street will be packed with vintage cars, hot rods, motorcycles, and trucks, alongside rows of vendors, food trucks, and local shops to explore. Add in live music, kids’ activities, a beer garden, and plenty of small-town charm, and you’ve got an all-day celebration that brings the whole community together.
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Monster Mayhem
Tuesday, Oct. 28 | 4:00 PM
The Lake Arrowhead Library | 27235 CA-189, Blue Jay, CA 92317
The Lake Arrowhead Library is turning into monster headquarters this season! Kids and families are invited to dress up as their favorite heroes or creatures, roam the library, and discover spooky fun around every corner. With books to explore and prizes waiting to be won, it’s a lighthearted Halloween adventure perfect for all ages.
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Big Bear Lake Farmers Market
Saturday, Oct. 25 | 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Meadow Park | 41216 Park Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
October 24th marks the final Big Bear Lake Farmers Market of the season, and you won’t want to miss it. Head to Meadow Park for one more Friday evening by the lake, complete with fresh local produce, delicious food, and handmade treasures from mountain artisans. It’s the perfect send-off to fall in Big Bear.
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Village Lakes Craft Fair
Saturday, Oct 4th | 10:00 AM
28610 Strathmore Rd., Highland, CA 92346
Village Lakes’ third annual craft fair returns to Highland off Greenspot, bringing together local makers, bakers, and community groups for a day of shopping and connection. Visitors can browse handmade goods, support the local animal shelter, and enjoy a lively neighborhood gathering.
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Black Arts Showcase
Saturday, Oct. 04 | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Applied Technology Building - San Bernardino Valley College | 1193 W Esperanza St, San Bernardino, CA 92410
On October 4, the Inland Empire Black Arts Showcase will fill the region with a vibrant celebration of Black creativity, culture, and community. The event spotlights local talent, uplifts Black-owned businesses, and shines a light on the brilliance of Black art and artists, all while strengthening the Inland Empire’s arts economy. More than a showcase, it’s a movement where culture, creativity, and community collide..
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Redlands Symphony: Finding Renewal
Saturday, Oct. 11th | 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Memorial Chapel - University of Redlands | 101 Chapel St., Redlands ca, 92373
“Finding Renewal” offers audiences a soul-stirring evening of music that moves from the raw power of nature to the triumph of light over darkness. The program opens with Gabriella Smith’s Rust, a vibrant and earthy work that pulses with the rhythms of the natural world. Hector Berlioz’s romantic song cycle Les Nuits d’été follows, weaving lush orchestration and poetic vocals into a meditation on longing and serenity. The evening concludes with Stravinsky’s dazzling Firebird Suite, a fairy tale in sound where radiant melodies and driving rhythms bring a finale of transformation and renewal.
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Southland Symphony Orchestra Season Opener – A Musical Mosaic
Sunday, Oct 5th | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Bethel Congregational Church | 536 N Euclid Ave, Ontario ca 91762
The Southland Symphony Orchestra kicks off its 2025–2026 season in Ontario with A Musical Mosaic, a concert blending cultural roots and symphonic innovation. The program features the world premiere of Symphonic Suite – Legends of Southern California, Book 1 by Tao Mijares, inspired by regional folklore and landscapes, alongside works by Sylvia Lee Mann, José Elizondo, Michal Dawson Connor, and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. Vocalists Julia Hwang and Michal Dawson Connor join the orchestra for this powerful season opener. Tickets start at $10, with free admission for children and those in need, thanks to community support.
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Yarntario
Tuesday, Oct 7th | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ovitt Family Community Library | 215 East C Street, Ontario CA 91764
Yarn lovers of all levels are invited to gather for Yarntario, an evening of creativity, connection, and plenty of fiber fun. Participants can swap tips, share skills, and work on projects together in a welcoming, hands-on setting. Crafters ages ten and up are welcome to join with an accompanying adult.
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Shrek the Musical
Friday, Oct. 17th - Sunday, Oct. 26th | Time Varies
Lewis Family Playhouse, Victoria Gardens Cultural Center | 12505 Cultural Center Dr, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
Inland Valley Repertory Theatre (IVRT) and the Lewis Family Playhouse bring big laughs and bigger hearts to the stage with Shrek the Musical, running October 17–26 in Rancho Cucamonga. Based on the beloved film and book, this family-friendly adventure follows the grumpy green ogre Shrek, his wisecracking sidekick Donkey, and a cast of fairy-tale misfits on a quest that proves true love and friendship are the greatest happily-ever-afters. Directed by Cameron Harris, the production dazzles with colorful sets, imaginative puppetry, energetic choreography, and a live orchestra. With a cast of 30 and nonstop humor, music, and magic, this show is perfect for audiences of all ages—and a spirited way to celebrate Halloween.
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Alice in Wonderland, Jr.
Friday, October 24th - Sunday, Oct. 26th | Time Varies
Steelworkers' Auditorium | 8437 Sierra Ave., Fontana, CA 92335
Local youth take center stage in a whimsical production of Alice in Wonderland, Jr., bringing Lewis Carroll’s classic tale to life with fresh energy and imagination. Performances promise a one-of-a-kind theater experience for audiences of all ages. Tickets, priced at $15, go on sale Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 8 a.m., with admission required for everyone ages three and up.
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Swing Fore The Arts Golf Tournament
Monday, Oct. 27th | 7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sierra Lakes Golf Club | 16600 Clubhouse Dr, Fontana, CA 92336
The Rancho Cucamonga Community & Arts Foundation invites golfers of all levels to tee off at the annual Swing Fore the Arts Golf Tournament on October 27. More than just a day on the green, the event raises vital funds for arts and cultural programs across the city, from school art initiatives and student scholarships to local exhibitions and workshops. Last year’s tournament brought in over $42,000—and this year promises to make an even bigger impact.
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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.
(This newsletter goes out at the end of each month and features events for the month ahead.)
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