The best things to do in Palmdale

“Fairway-lined, tree-filled course offering lessons and amenities for all levels of players, plus a clubhouse.”

“Zoo attracts animal lovers of all ages with 350+ animals, a petting barnyard & a mini-train ride.”

“Popular spot for photos of the Hollywood sign, with a free parking lot in Lake Hollywood Estates.”

“Classic Hollywood studio offering cart tours of its historic & active backlot sets & prop warehouse.”

“Historic, 5,900-seat amphitheater in a wooded park showcasing a variety of acts under the stars.”

“Established in 1953, this 149-acre property features an 18-hole golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, and a lounge.”

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“Founded in 1912, this now-abandoned zoo offers past enclosure ruins, picnic space & hiking trails.”

“Water park named after DryTown mining company has slides, a lazy river, wading pools & a cafe.”

“Concertgoers bring a picnic & wine to watch shows of every genre at this historic amphitheater.”

“Year-round venue offering agricultural events, concerts, and other entertainment, plus food.”

“Center for train rides on reproductions of classic American locomotives, with a mile-long track.”

“Warm family-run farm with pigs, bunnies, and alpacas as well as pony rides.”

“Par-70 course set on rolling terrain with green fairways and views of the city and mountains.”

“Zoo & botanical gardens open since 1966 containing more than 270 animal species & 800 plant species.”

“Dad Miller Golf Course keeps it friendly for all ages and abilities, with tree-lined fairways, an easy walk, and a lake that somehow finds golf balls it didn’t even ask for. Drop by this week to tune up on the practice facilities, then refuel at Fore Thirty Bar & Grill.”

From the Anaheim newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Rain, heat, or June gloom, The City Golf lets you grind in indoor bays across Koreatown, Sherman Oaks, and the new West LA spot using Foresight GCQuad and Falcon data plus TourPutt for honest putting feedback. Book a lesson or get dialed with a Steve Lee fitting.”

From the Los Angeles newsletter, August 4, 2026

“A. and California Collectives to zine workshops that dust off your inner maker. Perfect Redlands reset when you need fresh visuals and a little spark.”

From the Eastvale newsletter, August 5, 2026

“The United Theater on Broadway is a gorgeously restored 1927 Spanish Gothic spot serving concerts, talks, and more, and this week’s lineup is legit with Afro Cuban All-Stars on August 7 and Little Feat on August 8. Grab a mezzanine moment at the Broken Locket Lounge for extra sparkle.”

From the Norwalk newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Swap your usual hang for a neon-bright round at GLO Mini Golf, where indoor mini golf, arcade games, immersive escape rooms, virtual reality, and console gaming all live under one roof. Easy pick for a spontaneous weeknight laugh with friends or a kids’ party that plans itself.”

From the Redlands newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Westfield Century City delivers an outdoor, stroll-friendly mix of Alo Yoga and UNIQLO, bites at Eataly or Katsuya, plus AMC Theatres for a movie. Heads up, the Mutiny Hang Challenge hits Aug 7-8 and Student Gear Up Day lands Aug 8, so you can shop, snack, then test your grip like Statham.”

From the Downey newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Whether you’ve got an hour to spare or just need to exhale, Recreation Park Golf Course 9 dishes a breezy par-31 loop with rolling hills, a signature seventh tee shot over the Colorado Lagoon, and a solid practice setup and instruction to tune the swing without blowing up your day.”

From the Long Beach newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Contemporary theme park with innovative attractions, multiple dining options & live entertainment.”

“Children's amusement park for family fun via rides, a petting zoo, an arcade & more.”

“Par-71, 18-hole golf course with tree-lined fairways plus a driving range & practice facilities.”

“17,000-seat stadium hosts shows, concerts & sporting events including Hockey games.”

“Vista Theatre keeps it cinematic with classics, midnight weirdness, and new epics presented in glorious 35mm or 70mm. If your living room speakers are tired, treat yourself to a real deal big screen and let the Egyptian decor vibes reset your week.”

“Private golf course and country club offering a range and practice area, plus tournaments.”

“When you need an easy win with the crew, Castle Park Golf & Games nails it with four whimsical 18-hole mini-golf courses, over 20 rides, a brand-new arcade, and Buccaneer Cove to cool off, making it the kind of low-planning, high-smile afternoon Redlands folks actually repeat.”

“Premium cinema featuring reclining seats, seat-side service, comfy seating and upscale fare.”

“Comfortable, spacious theatre showing films, opera broadcasts and lectures.”

“Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.”

“Family-friendly spot for bowling, plus arcade fun and billiards.”

“Classic movie theater showing films while serving food and hosting live performances.”

“Got an hour and a half to spare? Bixby Village Golf Course is Long Beach’s friendliest executive 9-hole, a par-30 designed by Ron Fream that’s perfect for a quick tune-up, online tee times, and low-stress rounds that still make your wedges sweat.”

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“Designed in 1910, this 18-hole golf course offers practice facilities & lessons.”

“Need an easy weeknight win for the fam? Camelot Golfland packs quirky miniature golf courses, a massive castle arcade, laser tag, race cars, and splashtastic bumper boats, plus fresh pizza to refuel. Rally the crew and make it your low-stress playdate spot.”

“Swap another Netflix scroll this week for a 60-minute sprint at Mission Escape Games, where you and your crew tackle a bank heist, avert doomsday in Operation: End of Days, or outwit The Darkest Hour and The Hydeout. High-tech, private rooms that turn weeknights into bragging rights.”

“Public golf course offering a par-3 layout, cafe, driving range, and golf instruction.”

“This 18-hole golf course features tree-lined fairways amid ponds & lakes, plus practice facilities.”

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“Old-school movie palace hosting music concerts & dance party nights in an elegant interior.”

“Classic & arty films shown in 35 mm, including midnight movies & double features for 1 ticket price.”

“Museum chain for life-size wax replicas of famous Americans & historic icons in themed galleries.”

“Family-friendly water park featuring a floating aqua park with obstacles and a lazy river.”

“Chain of indoor racing centers featuring electric go-karting for all skill levels, plus food.”

“Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.”

“Fun destination where golfers hit balls into a lake dotted with islands and boats.”

“Movie theater chain established in 1938 showcasing the latest independent, foreign & art films.”

“Flight simulator for ages 11 & up replicates the feeling of being in a cockpit & flying a plane.”

“18-hole, par-72 championship course with Bermuda grass fairways amid practice & event facilities.”

“Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.”

“Iconic amusement park featuring 8 themed "lands" with rides, shows & costumed characters.”

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.”

“Golf simulator facility with bays and mini golf games, plus a bar and seating areas.”

“Santa Ana staple since 1968, Spanky's Adult Emporium keeps it fun and judgment-free with a wall-to-wall mix of lingerie, lubricants, toys for couples, and cheeky gag gifts. If this week needs a spark, this is the place to explore something new and smile about it.”

“Categorized as a swimming pool, this spot is suitable for both adults and toddlers.”

“Casual drive-in movie theater in the heart of Hollywood offering daily screenings.”

“Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.”

“Challenging 18-hole course with a river running through it, a driving range, and a putting green.”

“Experience a film with meals based on scenes in the movie, in a themed, intimate setting.”

“Public 9-hole course with an all-you-can-play option, plus a clubhouse and driving range.”

“Upscale entertainment destination with bowling, craft food & cocktails, plus lively arcades.”