Warm weather. Late sunsets. Summer is nearing.

I hope your week has treated you as well as the weather has treated the IE. This weekend is filled with live music, ice cream runs, local markets, and plenty of reasons to get out and explore the Inland Empire. - Abi

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Friday, May 15

Karaoke Night (Free)

Riverside

Warm nights, neon lights, and a microphone waiting for your song choice. Head to Farmhouse Collective for a laid-back karaoke night filled with good music and even better people. Check it out here.

La Bota Fridays

Perris

Live banda, cold drinks, and a Friday night that feels straight out of a summer movie scene. The Derby Room in Perris is bringing the energy this weekend with live music and late-night dancing. See more here.

Yoga in the Backyard (Free)

Riverside

Slow mornings and fresh air in the backyard at Farmhouse Collective. A peaceful way to start the weekend before the Inland Empire heat settles in. More details here.

Wine, Pizza & Jazz

Riverside

Wine glasses clinking, jazz floating through the air, and pizza fresh out of the oven, the kind of Friday night Riverside does best. Spend the evening at Devereaux House soaking in live music and warm spring weather. More info here.

Boot Scootin’ Boogie Country Night

Chino

Cowboy boots, line dancing, and country music under the lights. The Chino Night Market is turning into a full western-style summer night with DJs, raffles, and family-friendly fun all evening long. Take a look here.

123 Farm Jazz Festival

Cherry Valley

Golden hour over the lavender fields, live jazz in the background, and one of the most beautiful venues in the IE. 123 Farm’s Jazz Festival returns for a dreamy weekend of music, food, and warm desert evenings. Starts May 15, ends May 17th. More details here.


Saturday, May 16

Disney Pop Up Market

Ontario | 4PM–9PM

Disney fans, local vendors, and a little bit of magic tucked inside Brew Haven Brewery this Saturday night. Expect themed shopping, music from the DJ inside, and a chance to win Disneyland tickets while spending the evening surrounded by fellow Disney lovers. More details here.

Montclair Flea Market

Montclair (May 16-17)

Vintage finds, handmade goods, and rows of vendors waiting to be explored. Spend the morning treasure hunting beneath the Inland Empire sun at this weekend flea market. Check it out here.

Citrus Blossom Market

Redlands

Orange trees, local vendors, and a historic mansion tucked into Redlands. This summer market brings together small businesses, food trucks, music, and one of the prettiest settings in the IE. More details here.

Fontana Arts Festival

Fontana

Art in the park returns to Fontana with live creativity, local artists, and a full day celebrating the arts. Expect music, community, and plenty of colorful booths beneath the warm May skies. See more here.

The Grove School Country Fair (Free Entry)

Redlands

Classic fair food, live music, animals, and community tucked beneath the Redlands trees. This country fair feels like an old-school Inland Empire weekend in the best way possible. More info here.

K-Pop Pop Up Market (Free Entry)

Riverside

K-pop music, local vendors, collectibles, and fan culture all come together at the Galleria at Tyler. Spend the weekend shopping, meeting fellow fans, and soaking in the energy of this colorful pop-up market. Check it out here.

Boleros Night

Riverside

Love songs from the 50s and 60s, warm evening air, and live boleros filling Farmhouse Collective. A nostalgic Riverside night made for slow dancing and staying out late. More details here.

Indio Sports Park Grand Opening (Free)

Indio

The desert city of Indio is celebrating in a big way with games, giveaways, and a brand-new sports park opening to the community. Bring the family out for a sunny afternoon filled with local fun and celebration. See more here.

Sunday, May 17

Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Social (Free)

Riverside

Ice cream, sunshine, and a slow Sunday afternoon in Riverside. This old-fashioned social feels like stepping into a simpler California summer day. More details here.

K-Pop Pop Up Market (Free Entry)

Riverside

The K-pop weekend continues with more vendors, music, and fan experiences at the Galleria at Tyler. A colorful way to spend your Sunday indoors while the IE heats up outside. Check it out here.

Jaripeo / Baile at Rancho Imperial

San Bernardino

Live music, dancing, and classic jaripeo energy return to San Bernardino this Sunday. Expect boots, banda music, and a night that keeps the Inland Empire tradition alive. More info here.

Pocket Change Market (Free Entry)

Riverside

Local vendors, vintage finds, and a relaxed Sunday crowd at Farmhouse Collective. One of those easygoing Riverside mornings that turns into an all-day hangout. See more here.

Open Studio & Art Market

Riverside

Pottery, local art, and creative energy fill Mud Hut Pottery Studio as they celebrate three years in Riverside. Spend the morning browsing handmade goods and supporting local artists in one of the city’s most creative spaces. More details here.

Miles & Mimosas

Upland

Morning miles followed by mimosas, coffee, vintage shopping, and local vendors at Omo Mercado. One of those perfect slow Sundays where the community comes together over good drinks and warm weather. Check it out here.

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Disclaimer: Event details are subject to change, be canceled, or spots may be filled up. Please make sure to double check event dates, times, and locations directly with the event organizer before attending.