Category Archives: Family Fun

PERRIS: Uncle Kracker, Hoobastank to play Southern California Fair

Uncle Kracker will perform at the Southern California Fair at Lake Perris in October. (Contributed Image)

The Southern California Fair returns in October and for the first time in a few years, the event, which takes place at the Lake Perris Fairgrounds, is attracting big-name entertainment.

Among the notable artists are Uncle Kracker, Hoobastank (who recently wrapped up a tour with Riverside’s own Alien Ant Farm), Kutless and more. The fair runs Saturday, Oct. 5 through Sunday, Oct. 13.

The SoCal Fair will also host tribute acts to Creedence Clearwater Revival and Journey not to mention the demolition derby action.

Hoobastank kicks off the big-name entertainment on Wednesday, Oct. 9. Then, Uncle Kracker will be joined by up-and-coming country artist Eric Paslay on Thursday, Oct. 10. Christian rockers Kutless will perform on Friday, Oct. 11.

All concerts are free with admission to the fair. Admission prices are $8 for adults (everyone 12 years old and older), $4 for children ages 5 to 11 and kids 4 and younger get in for free. Parking is an additional $8. You can pick up pre-sale tickets at a discount ($5 for adults, $3 for kids 5-11) if you purchase them online through Oct. 4.

Visit www.socalfair.com for more information.

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YUCAIPA: See a free show with Big Papa and the TCB

Big Papa and the TCB perform at The Press-Enterprise for PE Live. (Vanessa Franko/Staff Photo)

Looking for something to do on a Sunday night? Check out Big Papa and the TCB’s free show in Yucaipa tonight.

The concert starts at 6:30 p.m. at Yucaipa Community Park. Wear comfortable shoes. There will be dancing.

The park is located at 34900 Oak Glen Road in Yucaipa.

Here’s a little taste of the Big Papa 3 from the band’s recent performance on PE Live.

Big Papa and the TCB will also be opening for Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at Wiens Family Cellars in Temecula on Friday, Aug. 23.

HEMET: Brewer Boys, Austin Law to play Chili Cook-Off

The Brewer Boys will perform at the Ramona Bowl in Hemet on Sept. 7. (2012/File Photo)

How many places can you enjoy both chili and the music of local reality television contestants?

Luckily you can enjoy the music of former “X Factor” contestants The Brewer Boys and Michael Austin, former contestant on “The Voice” and singer of Austin Law, at the Chili Cook-Off, Beer and Wine Festival at the Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre on Saturday, Sept. 7.

Inland radio station 101.3 The Mix is putting on the event.

If the kitchen is your performance area rather than the stage, you can enter the chili competition. There are four categories for the International Chili Society-sanctioned event: red chili, chili verde, salsa and People’s Choice. You can register at www.1013TheMix.com.

The event runs from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and some of the proceeds will benefit the Ramona Bowl. Advance tickets are $15 for general admission and $8 for guests ages 6 to 12. Kids 5 and younger get in for free. The passes go up to $20 at the door. You can get them online at the Ramona Bowl website.

The Brewer Boys have incredible harmonies and rootsy Americana sensibilities. Here’s a recent video of the Temecula brothers performing a cover of Simon & Garfunkel’s “The Boxer.”

Austin Law puts on more than a mere concert–it’s an experience. Here’s lead singer Michael Austin on “The Voice.”

RIVERSIDE: See Quitapenas at North Park Aug. 2

Quitapenas will perform in Riverside on Friday, Aug. 2. (Cindy Bui/Contributed Image)

The We Benefit concert series, organized in part by Riverside’s Division 9 Gallery, is coming to an end after three months of shows at North Park in Riverside.

The concert on Friday, Aug. 2 will feature the tropical and Latin sounds of Quitapenas, La Chamba and Milpa.

Lawn chairs and blankets are allowed at the all ages show, which also includes art booths.

5-9 p.m. Friday, July 5, North Park, Vine Street and Mission Inn Ave., Riverside, free, all ages.

Visit www.facebook.com/division9gallery for more information.

Quitapenas is one of the bands from the Inland Empire getting a lot of attention beyond our area. Here’s an interview with the band about “Más Tropical.” Listen to “Más Tropical Vol 1” below.

<a href="http://quitapenas.bandcamp.com/album/m-s-tropical-vol-1">Más Tropical Vol 1 by QUITAPENAS</a>

RIVERSIDE: Downtown Street Jam to return in August with The Aggrolites (update)

The Downtown Street Jam returns to Riverside on Saturday, Aug. 3. (2010/File Photo)

UPDATE 7/25: The location has moved to University Avenue between Lemon and Orange Streets. Read more about the Summer Street Jam location change.

The Downtown Street Jam is coming back from the dead. But unlike a zombie, it would be a mistake to cut the head off it.

Saturday, Aug. 3 is the date for the return and Los Angeles-based band The Aggrolites will headline the show. Plus, there will be support from Riverside ska legends The Debonaires, a special gig from Tribal Lust and the Horny Natives and The Pac Men.

The free concert series started in 2009 and celebrated a number of artists on the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department’s mobile stage, including hometown punk heroes Voodoo Glow Skulls, hard rockers Smile Empty Soul, percussionist Poncho Sanchez and soul singer Brenton Wood over its two year run.

The original concert series brought together the Riverside Downtown Partnership, local downtown bars and restaurants and the city of Riverside to attract people to the area to combat the construction downtown, but the series eventually fizzled.

As the nightlife has grown downtown, hopefully the return of the Downtown Street Jam is just the first of many more events spotlighting local music.

The all ages show will run 2-9 p.m.

Visit the event’s Facebook page and the Riverside Downtown Partnership website for more information.