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Welcome to the Official Facebook for Visit Riverside, Ca. 🍊🌴☀️Where history meets adventure and every corner has a story to tell! 📸
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Looking for something fun to do in Riverside? ☕🎨
Our very own California Volunteers Youth Service Corps intern, Tere, put together this fun video sharing some of the things she loves about Riverside! Grab a coffee from a local shop, discover a new mural, and soak up all the things that make our city unique.
See a piece of public art while you’re out exploring? Share it through the Riverside 311 app and help us continue building our community art map!
💛 AND be sure to show Tere some love in the comments as she continues her journey of sharing her creativity and love for Riverside with all of us. 💛
Your next Riverside adventure might be closer than you think!
09/29/2026
LOCAL ROLL CALL 🌮
It’s Taco Tuesday, Riverside. Where are we eating? Drop your go-to taco spot below. 👇
✨ Riverside Arts & Music Festival is here!
Live music, local makers, colorful art, and downtown buzzing with creativity—there’s no better way to experience the heart of Riverside. Whether you’re visiting or already exploring the city, come enjoy the performances, meet our artists, and take in everything happening at this community‑powered celebration. 🎨🎶
See you at the festival!
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✨ Turn up the volume in Riverside!
From iconic performances to intimate acoustic nights, Riverside’s music scene is alive and ready to be explored. Start your journey at two of our most beloved venues: the historic Fox Theater, where stunning architecture meets unforgettable shows, and the Riverside Municipal Auditorium (RMA), home to energetic concerts and community-driven events.
Whether you’re visiting for the weekend or part of our Riverside family, there’s always a show worth discovering. 🎶
Locals: What’s your favorite concert you’ve seen here—and which venue do you love most? Share below! 👇
09/05/2026
The best way to experience Riverside? One bite at a time. 😋
Every neighborhood has a local favorite, and every meal is a chance to discover something new. From casual eats to can't-miss cravings, Riverside's food scene is ready to welcome you.
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Riverside, get ready for something BIG! 🔔
The Crosstown Showdown, a new tradition celebrating school spirit, hometown pride, and a friendly rivalry between UC Riverside and California Baptist University.
Throughout the academic year, the Highlanders and Lancers will go head-to-head across multiple sports, with each matchup earning points toward the Crosstown Showdown Championship Trophy. At the end of the year, one university will be crowned Crosstown Showdown Champion.
Every matchup counts. Every point matters. And there can only be one champion.
Let the Crosstown Showdown begin!
Learn more at: visitriverside.com/crosstown-showdown
08/20/2026
Some cities have landmarks. Riverside has walls worth traveling for. 🎨🖼️
Riverside’s vibrant murals turn everyday streets into an open-air gallery waiting to be explored. Wander through the city, uncover artwork around every corner, and fill your camera roll with moments worth sharing.
Every mural is another reason to stop, look closer, and discover what makes Riverside a destination unlike any other.
📍Start with the art. Stay for everything else.
08/15/2026
The Chinese Pavilion was built in 1985–86 in front of what was then the Riverside Central Library, now home to The Cheech, at the corner of Mission Inn Avenue and Orange Street. 🏮 It was created to honor the Chinese settlers who came to Riverside in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, celebrating their lasting contributions to the city’s history and culture.
Visiting Riverside and in the mood to do a little thrifting? Here are three local spots worth checking out while you’re in town. 👀
📍 La Bomba Vintage
6500 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92506
A fun stop for vintage pieces, throwback styles, and one-of-a-kind finds.
📍 Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center Thrift Store
9462 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92503
Browse secondhand finds while supporting a good cause, with proceeds helping fund animal rescue and care. 🐾
📍 The Raincross District
3583 Market St, Riverside, CA 92501
A Downtown Riverside favorite with dozens of local vendors offering vintage clothing, handmade goods, art, accessories, and more.
Whether you’re visiting for the day or spending the weekend, Riverside has plenty of unique local spots to discover.
For more places to eat, shop, stay, and explore, visit VisitRiverside.com.
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08/07/2026
🎬✨ A little Riverside history you have to experience!
If you’re not from Riverside, you might not know about one of our coolest hidden gems: the Van Buren Drive-In 🚗🍿
Opening its doors on July 10, 1964, the drive-in has been a Riverside staple for more than 60 years. It started with just one screen and expanded to three screens in 1975, giving generations of families, friends, and movie lovers a place to enjoy movies under the stars. 🌙🎥
Today, it’s one of the few remaining drive-in theaters around, making it a pretty special piece of old-school California history. With room for up to 1,500 cars, it’s still open year-round and continues to keep the classic drive-in experience alive.
Fun fact: the very first movies shown here were George Peppard in The Carpetbaggers and Jerry Lewis in The Patsy. 🎞️
So if you’re visiting Riverside, don’t just do the usual tourist stops — grab some snacks, park your car, turn on the radio, and experience a piece of Riverside history at the Van Buren Drive-In. 🍿🚗✨
60+ years later, and the movies are still rolling. ❤️
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