# Best Festivals Events in Riverside - **Subtitle**: From tamales to insects, powwows to magic, these are the festivals locals actually talk about - **Category**: Festivals - **Type**: category ## Audience - **Followers**: 2.5M+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/c7a3bd77620a92a1fee77ed0b46cc305d65fcaf166695040aabebd480d9323a4-rimg-w200-h200-dc7e887a-gmir?v=1749580804 - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/87514fe09e2e42afe6f2e6b5b9e483315429bdfa0a64d2af3268e7f6798e263a-rimg-w200-h200-dc182a60-gmir?v=1760132405 - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/4372fbe0-97b1-11f0-925d-a7ce5707d3d8-rimg-w200-h200-dc445c46-gmir ## About The festivals scene in Riverside does not try to copy Los Angeles, it just does its own oddly specific thing and somehow works. You get a Riverside Insect Fair pulling in bug nerds, kids with nets, and a surprising number of very serious entomologists, all around downtown by 3900 Mission Inn Avenue. It is educational, sure, but it is also one of those festivals where you look around and think, only Riverside would go this hard for beetles. A very different crowd shows up for the Riverside Tamale Festival and the 13th Annual Riverside Tamale Festival at White Park. This is the one locals plan for, argue about, and use to judge each other’s taste in tamales. Expect long lines, loud opinions, and that perfect mix of families, old school Riverside folks, and food obsessed visitors who clearly heard about it from someone who grew up here. It is one of the best festivals in Riverside if you want to understand how seriously the city takes its food. Head over to Sherman Indian High School and the vibe shifts completely. The Sherman Powwow Club Powwow is powerful, grounding, and exactly the kind of festival outsiders tend to overlook. This is not a novelty, it is culture, community, and tradition in motion. If you care about festivals events in Riverside that actually mean something to the people who live here, this one belongs at the top of your list. Then there are the wildcards. Magic Underground featuring Siegfried Tieber brings an intimate, almost secret-society feel into the mix, more low key obsession than big spectacle. Festival at Fairmont, marking the 150th Anniversary of the Riverside Concert Band, pulls in the band kids grown up, longtime locals, and anyone who still gets a kick out of a proper concert in the park. Put it all together and you get festivals in Riverside that feel oddly personal, slightly chaotic in the best way, and very much shaped by the people who show up. Quick picks for festivals in Riverside: • Riverside Insect Fair, downtown around Mission Inn Avenue, for bug lovers and curious kids • Riverside Tamale Festival and 13th Annual Riverside Tamale Festival at White Park, for serious tamale hunters • Sherman Powwow Club Powwow at Sherman Indian High School, for meaningful culture and community • Magic Underground featuring Siegfried Tieber, for intimate, offbeat festival energy • Festival at Fairmont celebrating 150 years of the Riverside Concert Band, for classic small city pride in full volume ## Festivals Events in Riverside - **Event Name**: Spirit of Japan Riverside 2026 - **Description**: Experience Japanese food, sake tastings, live performances, and more at White Park, Riverside on July 11–12, 2026About this Event https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/bb003840-7b2b-11f1-b18e-dfc0ec596bf4-rimg-w1200-h561-dc - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 11 - Avatar: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/12ba9ed457bfd019422efd07943a8fbf3ddc173acd3f853cf688ea43b4cf21e1-rimg-w200-h202-dc453432-gmir?v=1760149806 - Avatar: https://www.gravatar.com/avatar/a9831a2c17c4f134dad3d80a7bba89b3?s=100&d=identicon&r=g - Avatar: https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a/ACg8ocLJ8-JSG_hbt2uMwZvv0YfoPvxxier9_mg77lUyfdRTTtJLMdM=s96-c?sz=200 - **Date**: Sat Jul 11 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun Jul 12 2026 at 09:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/riverside/spirit-of-japan-riverside-2026/100001989714596921 - **Venue**: White Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9jOWQ1NTdiNmUyNWFjZWZjYjExMTIxZTdkOWU1YjJmNzBlYTEyODU3NTgyN2QzZWE2YWJjOGNkZTQ4Nzg2ZjBiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzJlMzE1Zi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3Nzk0NzMyODk.avif - **Price**: USD 18 to 109 - **Categories**: kids, festivals, live-music, food-drinks - **Event Name**: Tequila and Mezcal Festival - **Description**: Unlimited Tequila & Mezcal tastings from 40 brands, food vendors, and a LIVE Luchador Wrestling Matches. Must be 21+ to enter!About this EventTequila and Mezcal FestivalJoin us on July 12, - **Date**: Sun Jul 12 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Jul 12 2026 at 05:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/riverside/tequila-and-mezcal-festival/100001991959152447 - **Venue**: Farm House Collective - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9kOTMwMTNiYWY2OWE1MWU4NmY2MDg1NmVkZjFlZjMzM2Q3MzA4YTVlYTYxOWJjYTgwN2RlMTcwYjlmODkyMWFkLXJpbWctdzEwODAtaDEwODAtZGMwNjA2MDYtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzgxNTc5NDA3.avif - **Price**: USD 39 - **Categories**: festivals, music, sports, meetups, live-music, entertainment - **Event Name**: Mela teeyan da 2026 - **Description**: 🎉 The Most Awaited Event of the Year! 🎉 Mela Teeyan Da Riverside 💃6th Annual Mela Tiyan Da 2026 💃 At Grand taj fine indian cuisine riverside Get ready for a day full of fun, culture, and celebration! ✨ Enjoy a vibrant celebration featuring: ✨ 💃 Giddh - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 29 - **Date**: Sun Aug 23 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Aug 23 2026 at 05:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/riverside/mela-teeyan-da-2026/200030324734718 - **Venue**: Riverside California - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czEvYmFubmVycy8zMGFkMDk3OTk5ZWQ1ZTBhMDdlNTU1OWEyYTYwOGI1MWVkYjA1ZjgxNzUwOWI4ODEzZDE3YWIxN2U5NjdhNTRhLXJpbWctdzExMzEtaDE2MDAtZGM0YTAyNWYtZ21pcj92PTE3ODM0ODU0NTI.avif - **Categories**: food-drinks - **Event Name**: VFW Pixel & Pop Market with local vendors, giveawys and cosplay contest - **Description**: Dive into VFW Pixel & Pop Market for cool local vendors, fun giveaways, and a rad cosplay contest!About this EventVFW Pixel & Pop Fall Festival Market is HERE!Get rea - **Date**: Sun Sep 13 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun Sep 13 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/riverside/vfw-pixel-and-pop-market-with-local-vendors-giveawys-and-cosplay-contest/100001992530730051 - **Venue**: VFW Post 9223 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy83OWQ5OTA5NjgwM2IwZjJjZWZmMjJjYTk5NDZmYjVlMDdlNGQ3MGE0MTNmOWE0NzFmMDk3OWVmMmFiZWUzMWNlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDEyMDAtZGMwMzAzMDMtZ21pci5qcGc_dj0xNzgyMzg1NDU5.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: contests, festivals, kids, fall-festivals, shopping, anime - **Event Name**: Community Partner Fair 2026, hosted by UCR Staff Assembly - **Description**: UCR Staff Assembly invites companies and organizations to the annual Community Partner Fair!About this EventAbout this eventCoordinated and sponsored by the UCR Staff Assembly, the - **Date**: Thu Aug 27 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu Aug 27 2026 at 01:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/riverside/community-partner-fair-2026-hosted-by-ucr-staff-assembly/100001990430696795 - **Venue**: University of California, Riverside - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy9lYjc0NmZhMGE2ZmIyZDgwZjJhOWFjMmY1YjRhM2Q4ZmJlZDA3MDZhYjM3YmRjZGZkYzcxOTA1YmFhNzdmZjg0LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kY2VlZWZmMC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODE4NTE2OTM.avif - **Price**: USD 15 to 550 - **Categories**: festivals - **Event Name**: Calle 24 - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Fox Performing Arts Center 🏠 Address: 3801 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501 🌆 City: Riverside 📍 Location: 33.9837, -117.375🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Calle 24, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against th - **Date**: Fri Jul 31 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Jul 31 2026 at 09:00 pm (-08:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/riverside/calle-24/3200030163005631 - **Venue**: Fox Performing Arts Center - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Calle+24&date=Fri+Jul+31+2026+at+07%3A00+pm&bg=2 - **Categories**: performances, Art, Entertainment - **Event Name**: World Snake Day - **Description**: Come to the gardens of Heritage House and celebrate World Snake Day with us!About this EventReptile enthusiasts around the world celebrate World Snake Day every July 16 and you’re invited to join us! Come to the gardens o - **Date**: Thu Jul 16 2026 at 10:00 am – Thu Jul 16 2026 at 12:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/riverside/world-snake-day/100001992854040080 - **Venue**: Riverside Heritage House - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy83N2E5NmFjYThmODU1MTBkMjNkZjc0ZDUzYjQyMGE2YjliMGI0MmRhZTA4MDlhMTBlMTQ3Nzg1YTdjMDY1NWQ3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kY2ZkZmRmZi1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODMzNTg0MTM.avif - **Price**: Free - **Categories**: fitness - **Event Name**: Free* Lammas Lughnasadh Celebration - **Description**: Lammas or Lughnasadh, is the festival of the First Fruits of the Harvest, and is celebrated by much feasting on all things made of grain. Come celebrate at DragonMarsh as we give thanks to the Earth for its bounty and beauty. This is not a ritual - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 13 - **Date**: Sun Aug 02 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun Aug 02 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/riverside/free-lammas-lughnasadh-celebration/200030247619621 - **Venue**: DragonMarsh Apothecary & Teas - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy8yZjViNTY5MTA0MTBiYzY4YjhjOTE2N2YxNmRiYmM2MzcwZDBjZTIyMDBmOWYzNjhkODg4YzA1ZjlkYWFlZGU2LXJpbWctdzExNDktaDY0Mi1kY2Y4ZjVlYi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MzAwNTU3Ng.avif - **Categories**: festivals, nonprofit, holiday - **Event Name**: History & Meaning, & Celebrating Sabbats -Wheel of the year $41/38.00* - **Description**: History & Meaning, & Celebrating Sabbats -Wheel of the year this is a 4 week course all in one day (with snack break in the middle)Join Morigianna in a unique 4-week course condensed into a single day. Unravel the my - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Sat Jul 25 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat Jul 25 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/riverside/history-and-meaning-and-celebrating-sabbats-wheel-of-the-year-$41-3800-tickets/200030149270124 - **Venue**: DragonMarsh Apothecary & Teas - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4yLmFsbGV2ZW50cy5pbi90aHVtYnMvdGh1bWI2YTQ5ZjU5ZDdmYThkLmpwZw.avif - **Price**: USD 41 - **Categories**: workshops - **Event Name**: Loved Ones Bash 2026 Re-united : Keeping The Love Alive. - **Description**: ❤️❤️IT'S ALL ABOUT LOVE❤️❤️ ALL family and friends are invited.! FOOD, MUSIC, GAMES, PRIZES, ENTERTAINMENT and FUN FUN FUN.!!! DISPLAY YOUR TALENTS IN THE LOVED ONES BASH SHOWCASE. Please register for your talent on the TALENT SIGN UP This is an all da - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 35 - **Date**: Sat Sep 19 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Sep 19 2026 at 10:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/riverside/loved-ones-bash-2026-re-united-keeping-the-love-alive/200030300283825 - **Venue**: Fairmount Park (Riverside, California) - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9hNzc4ZTI2MTk0MWEzMTY4NTcxOGE3MTAyNzg2YmQ5OWIxZmI5MjAxMmZiOGFkNTAwYmJkZDVhMTg5NWZjMTRjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzMzMmUyYi1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4MjM3MTg0NA.avif ## Trending Events in Riverside - **Event Name**: Magickal Herb Weekend! Certificate Course $155/150.00* - **Description**: We have not had this class in awhile so sign up quick! Do you look at the Huge Herb Wall at DragonMarsh and Wonder- What is that herb for? What are it’s properties? How do I store it? What part of the Plant do I use? Root, - **Venue**: DragonMarsh Apothecary & Teas - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a2386a744f78.jpg - **Event Name**: Moon Magick- $31/28.00* - **Description**: Magickal Mysteries of Moon phases & Moon Cycles $31/28.00* Discover the enchanting world of Moon Magick at the "Moon Magick" spiritual workshop hosted by DragonMarsh Apothecary & Teas. 🌙✨ Dive into the Magickal Mysteries of Moon phases & Moo - **Venue**: DragonMarsh Apothecary & Teas - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/ccc71308d1f70e32b8d5426d2a1926c592ff037036f3eb725a1580a355f87a65-rimg-w1023-h682-dc16315e-gmir?v=1782707792 - **Event Name**: Good Surf Vibrations - Paint and Sip - Riverside - **Description**: Immerse yourself in a blend of creativity and relaxation at our exclusive event - Good Surf Vibrations - Paint and Sip! Join us on July 16, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the picturesque Packinghouse Brewing Company in Riverside for an unforgettable evening of ar - **Venue**: Packinghouse Brewing Company - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/a039086bcaeb2c80cd89a232ac71d2ce88a8ac5ffcc8f406e60833af294f0387-rimg-w958-h1280-dc198cde-gmir.jpg?v=1781645435 - **Event Name**: History & Meaning, & Celebrating Sabbats -Wheel of the year $41/38.00* - **Description**: History & Meaning, & Celebrating Sabbats -Wheel of the year this is a 4 week course all in one day (with snack break in the middle)Join Morigianna in a unique 4-week course condensed into a single day. Unravel the my - **Venue**: DragonMarsh Apothecary & Teas - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a49f59d7fa8d.jpg - **Event Name**: Lotions & Potions– Pamper Yourself Spa Day- $55/50.00* - **Description**: Don't you deserve some pampering? Pamper yourself for Pennies! Come and have fun learning how to easily make spa items for a fraction of the price charged by the salons & spas! Great for gifts!Come and enjoy a cup of tea with me - **Venue**: DragonMarsh Apothecary & Teas - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69f02c6383181.jpg - **Event Name**: Guns N Roses at Morton Amphitheater - **Venue**: Morton Amphitheater - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/d27c9180-cf14-11f0-9ef1-edd14f9595b8-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc040404-gmir.webp?v=1764634878 - **Event Name**: Mumford and Sons & Medium Build - **Venue**: Morton Amphitheater - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/18373550-7a36-11f1-b048-852e1fd2d67a-rimg-w1000-h1000-dc020404-gmir.jpg?v=1783450818 - **Event Name**: Evanescence Spiritbox & Nova Twins - **Venue**: Morton Amphitheater - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/cc666980-650d-11f1-a96a-c1330869106a-rimg-w800-h1012-dc020101-gmir.jpg?v=1781124536 - **Event Name**: Guns N' Roses - **Venue**: Morton Amphitheater - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/77e4edc0-d668-11f0-a871-a7cabfa47992-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc130d10-gmir.jpg?v=1765440462 ## Browse Festivals Events by Date - [Festivals Events Today in Riverside](https://allevents.in/riverside/festivals--today) - [Festivals Events This Weekend in Riverside](https://allevents.in/riverside/festivals--this-weekend) - [Festivals Events in July in Riverside](https://allevents.in/riverside/festivals--july) - [Festivals Events in August in Riverside](https://allevents.in/riverside/festivals--august) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Festivals events in Riverside? - **A:** Spirit of Japan Riverside 2026 (Sat Jul 11 2026 at 03:00 pm at White Park), Tequila and Mezcal Festival (Sun Jul 12 2026 at 11:00 am at Farm House Collective), Mela teeyan da 2026 (Sun Aug 23 2026 at 11:00 am at Riverside California), VFW Pixel & Pop Market with local vendors, giveawys and cosplay contest (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 11:00 am at VFW Post 9223), Community Partner Fair 2026, hosted by UCR Staff Assembly (Thu Aug 27 2026 at 10:00 am at University of California, Riverside). - **Q**: What are the top free Festivals events in Riverside? - **A:** VFW Pixel & Pop Market with local vendors, giveawys and cosplay contest (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 11:00 am at VFW Post 9223), World Snake Day (Thu Jul 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Riverside Heritage House). - **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Riverside this weekend July 10–12, 2026? - **A:** Spirit of Japan Riverside 2026 (Sat Jul 11 2026 at 03:00 pm at White Park), Tequila and Mezcal Festival (Sun Jul 12 2026 at 11:00 am at Farm House Collective). - **Q**: What Festivals events are happening in Riverside in July 2026? - **A:** Spirit of Japan Riverside 2026 (Sat Jul 11 2026 at 03:00 pm at White Park), Tequila and Mezcal Festival (Sun Jul 12 2026 at 11:00 am at Farm House Collective), Calle 24 (Fri Jul 31 2026 at 07:00 pm at Fox Performing Arts Center), World Snake Day (Thu Jul 16 2026 at 10:00 am at Riverside Heritage House), History & Meaning, & Celebrating Sabbats -Wheel of the year $41/38.00* (Sat Jul 25 2026 at 01:00 pm at DragonMarsh Apothecary & Teas). - **Q**: How can I find Festivals events in Riverside? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Festivals events in Riverside on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Festivals events in Riverside? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Festivals events in Riverside? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Festivals events in Riverside include White Park, Farm House Collective, Riverside California. - **Q**: What is the price range for Festivals events in Riverside? - **A:** Prices for Festivals events in Riverside range from USD 15 to USD 550. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Festivals events in Riverside? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Festivals events in Riverside include SP-RING USA, Kandy Cocktail, Mela Teeyan Da Riverside. - **Q**: Are there any online Festivals events available? - **A:** Yes, many Festivals events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Festivals events in Riverside? - **A:** Follow the Festivals category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Festivals events are listed in Riverside. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/6e/5415e403f74b77938c0695ac11464e/Festival.jpg ## Festivals from nearby cities - [Festivals in Jurupa Valley](https://allevents.in/jurupa-valley/festivals) - [Festivals in Rialto](https://allevents.in/rialto/festivals) - [Festivals in Moreno Valley](https://allevents.in/moreno-valley/festivals) - [Festivals in San Bernardino](https://allevents.in/san-bernardino/festivals) - [Festivals in Norco](https://allevents.in/norco-ca/festivals) - [Festivals in Redlands](https://allevents.in/redlands/festivals) - [Festivals in Corona](https://allevents.in/corona-ca/festivals)