Halloween at Emporium IE
Sisters Marketplace
Thursday, Oct 31 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Emporium IE | 2591 Rubidoux Blvd, Riverside, CA 92509
Families are invited to come dressed in their best costumes for a Creep-tacular day of trick-or-treating with Mickey Mouse! From 2 to 3 PM, attendees can enjoy free balloon twists and photo opportunities with Mickey, along with a craft station for spooky creations. Children will also receive free goodie bags while supplies last. Be sure to also explore Emporium IE, which is brimming with unique goods from local artisans—perfect for finding special treats or gifts. This family-friendly event offers the ideal opportunity for adults to shop and grab a coffee while their little monsters enjoy the trick-or-treating fun!
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Ghoul's Night Out (Trick-or-Treat Stop)
Riverside Parks and Recreation
Thursday, Oct 31 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Bryant Park | 7950 Philbin Ave, Riverside, CA 92503
The community is invited to bring their little ghouls and goblins for an enchanting evening of Halloween fun! Ghouls Night Out features special trick-or-treat stations, inflatable attractions, delicious snacks, and a variety of carnival games. While registration is not required and admission is free, some booths may charge a nominal fee for participation. It's a delightful opportunity for families to celebrate the spooky season together!
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Hex Appeal
VIP Nightclub & Restaurant
Thursday, October 31 | Doors open at 7:00 PM and Showtime at 9:30 PM
VIP Nightclub & Restaurant | 3673 Merrill Ave, Riverside, CA 92506
It’s VIP’s 32nd Anniversary Party, and festivities are set to be Boo-tastic! Hex Appeal will be hosted by Nebuer Styles, the event features an exciting lineup including Mayhem Miller, Jo Lopez, Thai Teaze, and Theory. Guests can enjoy an appetizer buffet, Eerie-sistible drink specials, and a frightfully fun costume contest. Presale tickets are available for $10, with entry at the door for $15. Please note that all tickets are general admission, and the online seating chart will not reflect the actual seating for the evening.
For more information go to VIP Nightclub - Halloween 2024
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Dia De Los Muertos Market Night
Mundial Coffee
Friday, Nov 1 | 5:00 PM– 9:00 PM
Mundial Coffee | 1725 Spruce St, Riverside, CA 92507, USA
Enjoy a heartfelt evening of celebration and remembrance at Mundial Coffee! Shop from over 25 local vendors while enjoying delicious food and drinks from the cafe. The festive atmosphere will be enhanced by live music, face painting, and the sounds of mariachi. Additionally, a community altar will provide a meaningful space for honoring loved ones, making this event a truly special occasion.
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Paint n Sip Party
Ruby’s Paint Party Social
Friday, Nov 1 | 6:00 PM– 9:00 PM
Euryale Brewing Company | 2060 Chicago Ave STE A17, Riverside, CA 92507, USA
Join this Paint n' Sip Party with a live, step-by-step painting lesson of Frida Kahlo, instructed by Reanna Ruby! No painting or drawing experience is needed, and all materials are provided—you'll even get to keep your canvas. Open to all ages (children must be accompanied by an adult), the event offers a beer and non-alcoholic menu and you’re welcome to bring your own food. Please note, no outside food or drinks are allowed. There are 20 canvases/seats available, and reservations are required, with seating on a first-come, first-serve basis. Be sure to check in 15 minutes before the event to secure your spot!
For more information go to Paint n Sip Party!! Frida de la Vida!! | AllEvents.in
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Riverside Day of the Dead
Riverside Day of the Dead & Division 9 Gallery
Saturday, Nov 2 | 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Sunday, Nov 3 | 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Downtown Riverside on Market St. between University Ave. & 14th St.
This year, the Riverside Day of the Dead celebration is expanding to a vibrant two-day event! The Riverside community will have the opportunity to joyfully remember loved ones with beautifully crafted altars, delicious food, and lively music. With thousands of people expected to attend the street party, highlights include a Catrina pageant, dance performances, and even thrilling lucha libre wrestling. It promises to be a memorable celebration filled with community spirit and rich cultural traditions!
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Dia De Los Muertos with IE Harm Reduction
IE Harm Reduction
Saturday, Nov 2 | 1:00 PM
White Park | 3936 Chestnut St, Riverside, CA 92501, USA
IE Harm Reduction (IEHR) is hosting a community altar to honor and uplift those who have lost their lives to overdose and the effects of the drug war. This booth, along with other vendors at the Riverside Day of the Dead, invites everyone to come together in remembrance and support. Attendees can participate in art activities that contribute to a communal altar, fostering a sense of connection and healing. Additionally, IEHR will be distributing Narcan to emphasize their commitment to harm reduction and community well-being.
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Fall Centerpiece Workshop
Canyon Crest Winery
Saturday, Nov 2 | 3:00 PM
Canyon Crest Winery | 301 E Alessandro Blvd Ste 3A Riverside, CA 92508
Mark your calendars for the first Craft & Sip event at Canyon Crest Winery's new Mission Grove location, where participants will create fall and harvest-themed centerpieces ideal for holiday celebrations. Led by the talented instructor Ana, the class will guide attendees' step by step through the process. For $75 per person, everything needed to craft the beautiful centerpieces is included, along with a complimentary glass of wine. All materials will be provided for a delightful experience.
For more information go to: Fall Centerpiece Workshop | AllEvents.in
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Eve Wood’s "Mostly Birds (and a Few Humans)" Exhibition Reception
Riverside Art Museum
Saturday, Nov 2 | 4:00 PM– 6:00 PM
Riverside Art Museum | 3425 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501
The reception for Eve Wood’s exhibition, "Mostly Birds (and a Few Humans)," invites art enthusiasts to explore the poignant works on paper by the Los Angeles artist and poet. Wood's gouache paintings and graphite drawings celebrate the resilience and fragility of both birds and humans, often depicting creatures in peril—a reflection of the artist's own identification with their plight. Birds have been a central theme in Wood’s life, and she hopes her art will inspire young viewers to pay closer attention to the living world around them. In addition to her avian subjects, her compositions feature inventive personifications of vibrant colors, many of which appear in her book, "Remarks on Color," published by DoppelHouse Press in 2023. Curated by Lisa Henry, the exhibition combines dark humor with a sardonic perspective on the complexities of human existence.
For more information go to Eve Wood: Mostly Birds (and a Few Humans) - Riverside Art Museum & The Cheech
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“And Water Brings Tomorrow” Film Screening
Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity
Saturday, Nov 2 | 4:30 PM– 7:30 PM
Civil Rights Institute Inland Southern California | 3933 Mission Inn Avenue Suite 103, Riverside, CA 92501, USA
The upcoming screening of "Water Brings Tomorrow" offers an opportunity for collective learning and healing, highlighting national efforts to close prisons and reimagine their use for community benefit and enrichment. This documentary aims to inspire dialogue around the possibilities of transforming closed facilities into spaces that foster healing within communities. Attendees are encouraged to celebrate Dia de los Muertos and Halloween by wearing costumes, adding a festive atmosphere to the event. Snacks, candy, and light refreshments will be provided, ensuring a welcoming environment for all participants.
To RSVP go to https://bit.ly/WaterBringsTomorrowfilm
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First Sundays in Downtown Riverside
Riverside Arts Council
Sunday, Nov 3 | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Downtown Riverside
First Sundays is a seasonal series of free family programs that offers engaging activities for all ages at various downtown Riverside locations, including the Museum of Riverside, Mission Inn Foundation, The Cheech Marin Center, Riverside Art Museum, Riverside Public Library, UCR Arts, and Riverside Community Arts Association. This event takes place every first Sunday of the month from 1 to 4 p.m., providing a diverse range of experiences that encourage community involvement.
As part of Free Sundays, the Riverside Art Museum (Julia Morgan Building) and The Cheech Marin Center open their doors to the public at no charge from 12 to 5 p.m., allowing families to enjoy a full day of accessible cultural offerings without needing tickets. At the main library, families can participate in free sugar skull decorating, while visitors at the Mission Inn Foundation can learn to create corn husk dolls. This vibrant community event invites everyone to explore and enjoy the rich activities available!
For more information go to Riverside Arts Council - FIRST SUNDAYS
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Riverside Artswalk
Riverside Arts Council
Thursday, November 7 | 6:00 PM– 9:00 PM
Downtown Riverside
The Riverside Artswalk is a monthly community event that celebrates the diversity of arts and culture in Riverside and the Inland Empire. Visit over 22 downtown locations, including museums, galleries and studios, presenting an eclectic mix of visual and performing arts. Either before or after, enjoy the many entertainment, dining, and shopping experiences that downtown Riverside has to offer.
Artswalk will also feature new docent-led tours that will take place every month during the event. These tours will guide visitors through galleries, museums, and local artist hotspots in downtown Riverside. Tickets for the tours are $10 and are available for two different tour times: 6:00 and 7:30.
To purchase tickets go to: Artswalk Gallery Tour Tickets | Eventbrite
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On Native Homelands: Caretakers of the Place We Call Riverside
Inlandia Institute
Thursday, November 7 | 6:00 PM– 7:30 PM
Riverside Main Library | 3900 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA
Have you ever considered the First Peoples of Riverside and the importance of land acknowledgments? Join Dr. Frances Borella, an anthropology professor at Mt. San Antonio College, for an engaging conversation featuring students Cassandra Celeste Contreras (Nahua), Julián Angel Ibañez Mandujano (Yoeme/Yaqui), and Jamie Rocha, a member of the Gabrielino-Shoshone Nation. They will explore the original and current caretakers of our region, highlighting the unique relationship between Indigenous Peoples and their traditional homelands.
This free event will provide valuable insights into the cultural and historical context of the area, with Dr. Borella serving as the faculty advisor for the Native American Intertribal Student Alliance. Jamie Rocha continues her family's legacy as a council member and works at Anawakalmekak, Los Angeles County's only indigenous K-12 school, while both Contreras and Ibañez Mandujano actively engage with their cultural heritage as dedicated students.
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Poetry Writing Workshop
Riverside is Poetry
Saturday, November 9 | 4:00 PM
Riverside Main Library | 3900 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501, USA
Explore the art of poetry in an inspiring writing workshop with Donato Martinez. In this hands-on session, guests will have the opportunity to find their voice and craft their own poems under the guidance of this accomplished poet and educator. Drawing from his rich experiences as a teacher at Santa Ana College and his exploration of Chicano culture and bilingual identity, Donato will help participants delve into the complexities of life through poetry. Attendees can expect to learn techniques for expressing personal and cultural narratives, as well as ways to weave music and rhythm into their writing. This workshop is a chance to enhance poetic skills and connect with creative selves!
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Community in Conversation: “The Last Fire Season”
Cellar Door Bookstore
Saturday, November 9 | 4:00 PM- 5:00 PM
Cellar Door Bookstore | 473 E Alessandro Blvd Suite B, Riverside, CA 92508
Another Cellar Door Community in Conversation discussion will take place on Saturday, focusing on Manjula Martin's “The Last Fire Season: A Personal and Pyronatural History”. This timely conversation addresses the increasingly severe fire issues affecting the area, particularly in light of recent events. The meeting will encompass the entire book, encouraging participants to read as much as possible before the discussion. Dr. Jade S. Sasser from UCR will guide the conversation. The book blends memoir, natural history, and literary inquiry, reflecting one woman's experience in Northern California during the worst fire season on record. Copies are available for purchase in-store or online.
For more information go to Community in Conversation: The Last Fire Season | Cellar Door Books
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