Those November showers may have shuffled our weekend plans, but they also watered the seeds for an exciting crop of new events sprouting across Riverside. From wine tastings to turkey trots, gingerbread contests to holiday marketplaces, the final weeks of November are blooming with fresh opportunities to connect and celebrate. Here's your updated guide to what's been rescheduled and all the new happenings worth marking on your calendar.
Rescheduled Events
November 22 - Around the Gardens Bird Walk, UCR Botanic Gardens, 1 Botanic Gardens Dr
- 7-10 a.m.
- $15 members/$20 non-members
- Register by November 13, arrive 6:50 a.m.
- 30+ species possible, all skill levels welcome
- Light refreshments following tour
- Paid parking in BG Visitor Lot (ParkMobile zone 2477)
November 23 - Native American History Hike, Mt. Rubidoux Park, 4706 Mt. Rubidoux Dr
- 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Self-guided summit hike with 3 informational stops
- Flagged guides available 11 AM-12:30 p.m.
- Interactive exhibits and presentations 1-4 p.m.
Food & Entertainment
November 18-29 - Devereaux House Events, 3739 Nelson St.
- Nov 20: Wine tasting
- Nov 21: Live music
- Nov 22: Game night
- Nov 26: The Bottle Shop
- Nov 28: Live music
- Nov 29: Gingerbread house contest
November 18 & 25 - Farmhouse Collective Family Movie Nights, 1393 University Ave.
- Nov 18: Fantastic Mr. Fox
- Nov 25: Charlie Brown Thanksgiving and Hook
November 26 - The Debonaires and The Skeletones, 1393 University Ave.
- Doors 6 p.m., Show 7-8 p.m.
- Thanksgiving Eve ska double-header
- All ages (21+ to drink), standing room
- Advance tickets recommended
November 29 - Farmhouse Christmas Tree Lighting, 1393 University Ave.
- Featuring Peter Curtis Jazz Trio
November 29 - Arcade Coffee Holiday Marketplace, 3672 Chicago Ave.
- Open all day, market starts at 8 a.m.
November 30 - Condron Coffee Free Music Night, 3696 Sunnyside Dr.
- Doors 6:30 p.m., Music 7 p.m.
November 30 - Chef Adrian Gamero Pizza Experience
- Pizza making class, dinner service and pizza omakase tasting
- Registration required via @chef.adrioni
November 21-22 - Holiday Pet Photos, Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center, 6165 Industrial Ave.
- 10-minute mini sessions
- $40 includes 2 prints & digital downloads
November 27 - Condron's Inaugural Turkey Trot
- Check in 7 a.m., Start 8 a.m.
- Registration is $40 for general admission, $25 for children 12 and under, or $100 for a family pack that includes two adults and two children under 14