Things to do in Riverside this weekend, Nov. 12 to 15
Write like a Victorian at Heritage House on Sunday
By Lou P. and the Riverside Loop editors. Thursday, November 12, 2026
Heritage House hosts a literary romp on Sunday afternoon for anyone who wants to write like a Victorian. Saturday brings a puppet fringe fest at Pain Sugar Gallery and the second annual Noche de Salsa at Our Sacred Space. Adam Ant plays the Fox on Friday, and The Sugarhill Gang is at Stage Red on Saturday.
IF YOU ONLY DO ONE THING
Write Like a Victorian: A Literary Romp
Write Like a Victorian is a literary romp at Heritage House on Sunday at 2, and it is a one-off.
A playful writing challenge where you craft the most gloriously over-the-top Victorian opening line, then read it aloud against fellow purple prose fans. Beginners are welcome, and there are prizes for the boldest wordsmiths.
Sunday at 2 pm · Heritage House, 8193 Magnolia Ave., Riverside, CA, 92504
WITH KIDSbring them
STEAM Saturdays: Fall-tastic
Saturday at 10 am
San Bernardino County Museum, 2024 Orange Tree Lane, Redlands, CA, 92374
November's STEAM Saturdays bring simple autumn crafts for young kids and their families: leaf rubbings, thumbprint acorns, paper plate pies and apple stamping. It's included with general admission, with timed entry for the STEAM Lab.
Teen Clay Hand Building Workshop with Redlands Pottery Project
Saturday at 2:30 pm
Redlands Pottery Project teaches teens ages 13 to 18 how to build with clay by hand. It's free, but space is limited and registration is required.
OUTSIDEfresh air
Fontana Walks! Turkey Trot
Saturday at 8 am
Miller Park Amphitheater 17004 Arrow Blvd. Fontana CA 92335
A free early morning community walk at Miller Park Amphitheater in Fontana, with a Thanksgiving theme. It's an easy hour outdoors before the rest of the Saturday gets going.
THE WEIRD ONE with Lou P.
Puppet Fringe Fest
A puppet fringe festival takes over a gallery called Pain Sugar on Saturday at 2.
Saturday at 2 pm · Pain Sugar Gallery, 3635 9th St, Riverside, CA, 92501
DATE NIGHTfor two
2nd Annual Noche de Salsa
Saturday at 7 pm
Our Sacred Space Riverside, 6200 Pegasus Dr, Riverside, CA, 92503
Start with a salsa lesson from professional dancer Erika Saucillo, then dance to DJ Flores and a live set from Orquesta RSC, an all-volunteer community band. Beginners are welcome, and the $10 supports an undocumented family in need.
Dear Evan Hansen
Friday at 8 pm; also Sat 2 pm, Sat 8 pm, Sun 2 pm
California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. 4th St, San Bernardino, CA, 92401
The musical follows Evan Hansen, a teenager who feels invisible until a tragedy and a web of well-meant lies put him at the center of his community. Wheelchair accessible and companion seating is available.
BRING A TOTEmarkets and sales
The Patio Market
Friday at 5 pm
Woodcrest, 17421 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA, 92504
A Friday evening community market on The Patio at Sandals Church Woodcrest, with local vendors and food. An easy way to browse and eat close to home.
Good Vibe Market
Saturday at 2 pm
Farm House Collective, 1393 University Ave, Riverside, CA, 92507
A free afternoon market at Farm House Collective, a reimagined Riverside landmark that pairs food, music and community. Come browse and hang out.
BIG SHOWSyou've heard of these
- FRI 7 PMAdam Ant - Live 2026, Fox Performing Arts Center
- SAT 8 PMThe Sugarhill Gang, Stage Red
- SAT 6:30 PMState Champs, Riverside Municipal Auditorium
- FRI 7:30 PM; ALSO 9:45 PM, SAT 7 PM, SAT 9:30 PMAdele Givens, Ontario Improv
PLAN AHEAD
WHAT DID WE MISS?
We do our best to read every calendar in Riverside, and we still miss good stuff. The church supper, the band at the corner bar, the block party your neighbor is throwing. If you know about something, tell us. Just write hello@loopcities.com. We read every note.
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