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Nov21Sat

Mission Inn Festival of Lights

Nov 21, 2026 to Jan 3, 2027  ·  Evenings
Mission Inn Hotel & Spa, Riverside

The Mission Inn's holiday display lights up downtown Riverside, running into early January.

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Oct22Thu

Experience RUSD Air Show Showcase

Thu, Oct 22  ·  4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Riverside Municipal Airport, Riverside

Free public event with aviation exhibits, flight displays and family-friendly booths highlighting student achievements.

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Oct17Sat

Asian Glow Fest: Water Lanterns & Kite Festival

Oct 17 to 18  ·  2 to 10 PM
Elm Grove Beach, Lake Elsinore

A lakeside festival of kites by day and floating lanterns at night. Admission is free; lanterns and Asian food are sold on site.

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Oct17Sat

Dogtoberfest

Sat, Oct 17  ·  11 AM to 3 PM
Riverside Harley-Davidson, Riverside

A motorcycle-dealership party for dogs and their owners, with a costume contest, photo booth, rescue groups and free treats and food.

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