Riverside’s Victoria Club has been doing it since 1903, quietly nailing the balance of play and unwind: an 18-hole course that stays…
2521 Arroyo Dr (Riverside)
“Riverside’s Victoria Club has been doing it since 1903, quietly nailing the balance of play and unwind: an 18-hole course that stays interesting, tennis and pickleball, a proper pool scene, and legit dining for the post-match debrief. If you’ve been club-curious, this week’s a good time to peek via a tour.”
From the Moreno Valley newsletter, August 20, 2026
If you want early tee times, a golfer-friendly layout, and a solid practice setup, Jurupa Hills Country Club keeps things fun without the…
6161 Moraga Ave (Riverside)
“If you want early tee times, a golfer-friendly layout, and a solid practice setup, Jurupa Hills Country Club keeps things fun without the fuss. Lessons, a driving range, men’s and women’s clubs, and a clubhouse with a full bar... it’s an easy local go-to when you need a golf day.”
All Saints Lunatic Asylum is a professional haunted house that emulates a real asylum, turning this week into a heart-thumping field trip.…
22521 Shawnee Rd (Apple Valley)
“All Saints Lunatic Asylum is a professional haunted house that emulates a real asylum, turning this week into a heart-thumping field trip. It’s dark, theatrical, and the kind of adrenaline reset that makes laundry and errands feel easy afterward.”
From the Apple Valley newsletter, September 20, 2026
Now open to the public, Canyon Crest Country Club pairs a championship 18-hole course with panoramic San Bernardino Mountains views and a…
975 Country Club Dr (Riverside)
“Now open to the public, Canyon Crest Country Club pairs a championship 18-hole course with panoramic San Bernardino Mountains views and a clubhouse restaurant, The Overlook Bar & Grill. Grab a tee time, then linger for a bite while the fairways make your short game feel optimistic again.”
From the Moreno Valley newsletter, September 19, 2026
Indian Hills Golf Club / Weddings and Events keeps it classic with a par-70 layout over rolling hills and city and mountain views, plus the…
5700 Club House Dr (Riverside)
“Indian Hills Golf Club / Weddings and Events keeps it classic with a par-70 layout over rolling hills and city and mountain views, plus the 19th Pub and Grille for post-birdie bragging. Locals love the community vibe, lessons to fix the slice, and a legit event center.”
Whether you need a low-key date night or a family hang, Van Buren Drive-In Theatre and Swap Meet lines up big-screen picks like Insidious:…
3035 Van Buren Boulevard (Riverside)
“Whether you need a low-key date night or a family hang, Van Buren Drive-In Theatre and Swap Meet lines up big-screen picks like Insidious: Out of the Further and Spider-Man: Brand New Day under the Inland sky. Browse the Swap Meet for unexpected finds, then settle in for back-to-back flicks under the stars.”
Riverside Art Museum is stacking timely shows and hands-on creativity, from We The People: Chicano Art in the U.S.A. and California…
3425 Mission Inn Avenue (Riverside)
“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.”
Apple Valley Golf brings championship golf with the best greens in the High Desert, a fully stocked golf shop, and a course locals actually…
15200 Rancherias Rd (Apple Valley)
“Apple Valley Golf brings championship golf with the best greens in the High Desert, a fully stocked golf shop, and a course locals actually brag about. It’s a longtime hometown track where tour legends once strolled, so book a tee time and treat yourself to pure rolls.”
From the Apple Valley newsletter, September 18, 2026
Swap your usual hang for a neon-bright round at GLO Mini Golf, where indoor mini golf, arcade games, immersive escape rooms, virtual…
1299 Tyler St Ste E106 (Riverside)
“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.”
When the wiggles hit this week, Penny's Play Place brings climbing walls, obstacle courses, bounce zones, and interactive play that…
20284 CA-18 #520 (Apple Valley)
“When the wiggles hit this week, Penny's Play Place brings climbing walls, obstacle courses, bounce zones, and interactive play that actually tires them out. Dedicated party rooms with a host make birthdays easy, and a membership lets your mini tornado drop in often while you catch a breather.”
From the Apple Valley newsletter, September 14, 2026
Green Tree Golf Course keeps golf fun and affordable with a classic, walkable par-72 designed by William F. Bell, stretching just over…
14144 Green Tree Blvd
“Green Tree Golf Course keeps golf fun and affordable with a classic, walkable par-72 designed by William F. Bell, stretching just over 6,600 yards. Grab a buddy, swing away, maybe try Foot Golf after… the kind of local outing that feels like a quick escape without leaving the High Desert.”
Need a break from desert gusts, Anaheim Hills Golf Club delivers a fun par-71 with memory-making doglegs and old-growth charm, plus…
6501 Nohl Ranch Rd (Anaheim)
“Need a break from desert gusts, Anaheim Hills Golf Club delivers a fun par-71 with memory-making doglegs and old-growth charm, plus pristine conditions. Warm up at the TopTracer range, book a lesson, then unwind on the patio with views that make a bogey sting less.”
From the Apple Valley newsletter, September 10, 2026
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…
3500 Polk St (Riverside)
“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.”
Holiday Skating Center in nearby Victorville keeps family fun simple with open skate sessions, lessons, and themed nights that actually…
14950 Palmdale Rd
“Holiday Skating Center in nearby Victorville keeps family fun simple with open skate sessions, lessons, and themed nights that actually make you want to lace up. Planning a birthday or fundraiser this week? Their party options and skate shop make it easy to celebrate and keep rolling.”
From the Victorville newsletter, September 19, 2026
Need an easy weeknight win for the fam? Camelot Golfland packs quirky miniature golf courses, a massive castle arcade, laser tag, race…
3200 E Carpenter Ave (Anaheim)
“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.”
Hesperia Golf & Country Club is a classic William F. Bell Jr. design with luxuriant fairways and greens and legendary holes the PGA Tour…
17970 Bangor Ave (Hesperia)
“Hesperia Golf & Country Club is a classic William F. Bell Jr. design with luxuriant fairways and greens and legendary holes the PGA Tour once took on.”
Newly renovated and family owned, Monarch Fun Zone packs a brand-new laser tag system, air-conditioned glow-in-the-dark mini golf, and a…
14845 Monarch Blvd #N
“Newly renovated and family owned, Monarch Fun Zone packs a brand-new laser tag system, air-conditioned glow-in-the-dark mini golf, and a retro arcade that hits the nostalgia button. Easy pick for after-school energy burns or when Victorville turns into an oven.”
From the Victorville newsletter, September 14, 2026
Bear Valley Country Club brings a legit local-golf pedigree with an 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Jr. design that rewards smart swings…
13229 Spring Valley Pkwy
“Bear Valley Country Club brings a legit local-golf pedigree with an 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Sr. and Jr. design that rewards smart swings and looks great doing it.”
From the Victorville newsletter, September 17, 2026
Craving an end-of-August adrenaline hit this week? The Adventure Lagoon is Anaheim’s floating playground, with a massive obstacle course,…
3255 E Miraloma Ave (Anaheim)
“Craving an end-of-August adrenaline hit this week? The Adventure Lagoon is Anaheim’s floating playground, with a massive obstacle course, jump stations and slides, plus mellow paddleboard and kayak rentals if you’re feeling chill. Rally the crew and make some splashy memories before the season wraps.”
Swap the usual weeknight routine for indoor electric go-karts that rip up to 45 mph at K1 Speed Anaheim, with junior karts for the kids, a…
1000 N Edward Ct (Anaheim)
“Swap the usual weeknight routine for indoor electric go-karts that rip up to 45 mph at K1 Speed Anaheim, with junior karts for the kids, a track with a tunnel, and instant-torque grins. Catch your breath between heats in the arcade, then refuel with snacks and drinks at the Paddock Lounge.”
Whether you're tuning your swing or just want a low-key hang, The Islands Golf Center lets you send shots into a lake dotted with island…
14893 E Ball Rd (Anaheim)
“Whether you're tuning your swing or just want a low-key hang, The Islands Golf Center lets you send shots into a lake dotted with island targets and boats, then grab homemade bites from the full kitchen. Try clubs on the range, trade-ins welcome, with club fitting, regripping, and repairs on-site.”
Scandia Family Fun Center packs legit variety, from Scandinavian-themed mini golf across two courses and the arcade to bumper boats,…
12627 Mariposa Rd
“Scandia Family Fun Center packs legit variety, from Scandinavian-themed mini golf across two courses and the arcade to bumper boats, batting cages, and white-knuckle rides like Scandia Screamer and Denmark Drop. Rally the crew, split into teams, and turn an ordinary weeknight into bragging rights.”
