Things to do in San Bernardino County – Welcome to San Bernardino County

This section focuses on family-friendly events that are sponsored by county departments including the County Library, County Museum, Regional Parks and more.

Celebrate Independence Day at Regional Parks

Graphic featuring outdoor scenery of grass, trees, and mountains. The graphic states: Regional Parks Events, and parks.sbcounty.gov website. Included are the County Regional Parks, and Opportunity Plays Here logos. — *Celebrate the Fourth of July at a San Bernardino County Regional Park! Enjoy a full day of outdoor fun with your family and friends.*

Don’t forget that our Regional Parks will be open on the Fourth of July. New park hours are from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m., arriving just in time for the holiday.

Park amenities include hiking trails, lakes, picnic shelters and tables with barbecue grills, playgrounds, splash pads, pool complexes and plenty of open spaces for group activities. Leashed pets are always welcome. Please join us at one of the following locations: Calico, Cucamonga-Guasti, Glen Helen, Mojave Narrows, Mojave River Forks, Prado or Yucaipa. Park admission is $20 per vehicle and free for those camping with us. Camping reservations can be made online at www.sbcountyparks.com.

Second Saturdays brings an immersive world of bubbles to Victor Valley Museum

Many soap bubbles in air, blue sky, outdoor fun for everybody. — *Pop into Victor Valley Museum for Second Saturdays on July 12 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. to make bubbles! Regular museum admission applies.*

Wave, swirl, blow and pull. Make, float and even stretch – discover all you can do with bubbles! Join us on Saturday, July 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Victor Valley Museum for Second Saturdays where you will have the opportunity to create giant bubbles, catch falling bubbles, or reach and pop bubbles. Don’t forget that frozen treats will be available for purchase too! Family fun guaranteed!

Victor Valley Museum is located at 11873 Apple Valley Road, Apple Valley. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. General admission is $10 (adult), $8 (military or senior), $7 (student), and $5 (child ages 6 to 12). Children five and under and members are admitted free. Parking is free and the museum is accessible to people with disabilities. For more information, visit museum.sbcounty.gov or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

Victor Valley Museum’s exhibits of regional, cultural and natural history and the Museum’s other exciting events and programs reflect the effort by the Board of Supervisors to achieve the Countywide Vision by celebrating arts, culture, and education in the county, creating quality of life for residents and visitors.

Young visitors can earn a free meal by participating in County Museum’s summer passport program

A polar bear squeeze toy sits on a table showcasing the museum’s “Chill with Us” summer passport. — Come “Chill with Us” on the weekends at San Bernardino County Museum this summer. Pick up a summer passport, collect five stamps and earn a free Wally the Trolley kid’s meal voucher. Regular museum admission applies.

San Bernardino County Museum (SBCM) invites families to make the most of their summer with the launch of its all-new ‘Chill with Us’ summer passport program — an exciting initiative designed to encourage young learners to explore, engage and earn rewards all summer long.

“Summer at the museum is all about discovery, creativity and family,” said Curator of Education Eliana Zacarias. “The summer passport program is a fun way to reward young visitors for showing up, participating and making memories that last.”

From July through August, young museum visitors are invited to join Blizzard the Polar Bear as he travels through the museum for a chill summer adventure! Visitors who attend and participate in five (5) museum programs or events will receive a free meal voucher for Old Spaghetti Factory in Redlands, simply by collecting stamps in their summer passport. Passports are available beginning July 8 and can be picked up at SBCM’s admission desk.

Participating programs and events include:

Engage in STEAM Lab art activities
Get creative in our indoor and outdoor STEAM Lab spaces with hands-on art activities for all ages. Our lab offers multisensory arts experiences that emphasize self-expression and experimentation with science-inspired crafts, kids and kids at heart can take home their own mini masterpieces.

Learn more at Cart Talk Saturdays
Join us every Saturday in July for cart talks where our education team and volunteers will be highlighting our fascinating artifacts, specimens and hands-on demos throughout the museum. Get up close and personal with your local natural and cultural history — please ask all the questions you’ve been wondering about!

Attend a summer event
Visit the museum for unforgettable summer nights under the stars―or under lights of friendly competition! The museum will extend their hours for the Through the Decades Trivia Night on Friday, July 18 at 6:30 p.m. and Cosmic Nights is set to end the summer festivities on Saturday, August 30 from 7 – 10 p.m. Whether you’re a cosmic explorer or a trivia champ, there is something for everyone at the museum.

Enjoy family picnic lunches or play lawn games in the courtyard
Relax in our shaded outdoor courtyard with your own picnic lunch and enjoy the museum’s tranquil desert gardens, a historic train, and mining exhibits. Picnic tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Families also can play corn hole, get creative with chalk and engage in other super-sized lawn games.

Support a frozen treat vendor
What’s summer without a little something cool and refreshing? Keep an eye out for pop-up frozen treat vendors on select weekends!

Each time a child attends a qualifying event or program, they can visit the front desk to get a stamp in their passport. Once five (5) stamps are collected, participants will receive a free Wally the Trolley meal voucher redeemable at Old Spaghetti Factory.

The program is designed to promote informal learning during the summer months while also supporting local businesses and building museum connections with young families across the region. Come chill with us — and make this summer one to remember! Families are encouraged to share their summer adventures on social media using #ChillatSBCM.

The San Bernardino County Museum is located at 2024 Orange Tree Lane, at the California Street exit from Interstate 10 in Redlands. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission is $10 (adult), $8 (military or senior), $7 (student), and $5 (child ages 6 to 12). Children five and under and members are admitted free. Parking is free and the museum is accessible to people with disabilities.

The San Bernardino County Museum’s exhibits of regional, cultural and natural history and the Museum’s other exciting events and programs reflect the effort by the Board of Supervisors to achieve the Countywide Vision by celebrating arts, culture and education in the county, creating quality of life for residents and visitors.

County Library invites the community to join Tales of Enchantment through summer reading

Illustrated poster for San Bernardino County Library's 2025 Summer Reading Program titled "Tales of Enchantment." The artwork features diverse children and storybook characters including a knight, fairy, red riding hood, wizard, dragon, bunny, and Humpty Dumpty, all gathered around an open glowing book. The program runs from June 9th to August 3rd. — *Discover magic through reading! Join the San Bernardino County Library’s 2025 Summer Reading Program, Tales of Enchantment, from now to August 3. Adventures await readers of all ages!*

The San Bernardino County Library is proud to present this year’s Summer Reading Program, A Tale of Enchantment, an annual countywide initiative designed to inspire readers of all ages to continue developing their literacy skills in a fun and engaging way.

This program supports both the Countywide Vision’s literacy campaign, Vision2Read, and the county’s Opportunity campaign, which highlight efforts to improve quality of life through education, literacy and access to enriching experiences.

Participants are encouraged to log their reading and enjoy family-friendly performances hosted across the county’s 32 branch libraries. From live storytelling to interactive shows, the program brings communities together while promoting a lifelong love of reading.

“The Summer Reading Program is a beloved tradition that helps families stay connected, curious and inspired throughout the summer,” said County Librarian Melanie Orosco. “It’s more than just books—it’s about building literacy skills, imagination and community.”

The San Bernardino County Library system is dedicated to providing equal access to information, technology, and services that support the educational growth of residents across the region.

To join the Summer Reading Program or learn more, visit library.sbcounty.gov or call 909-387-2220.

Come “Chill with Us This Summer” at the San Bernardino County Museum

Announcement for summer programming at the San Bernardino County Museum during the summer months, taking place from noon to 3 p.m., highlighting events. Regular museum admission applies. — *Pack a picnic lunch, bring your family, and come chill out with us at the San Bernardino County Museum this summer weekends between from noon to 3 p.m. Regular museum admission applies.*

This summer, beat the heat and make cool memories at the San Bernardino County Museum with engaging activities, sweet frozen treats and fun for the whole family. Whether you’re a family on summer break, a curious explorer, or simply looking for a breezy weekend escape, the museum has something for everyone to enjoy.

From engaging educational experiences to refreshing frozen treats, visitors can enjoy a lineup of activities designed to entertain, inspire and yes — keep you cool.

Highlights include:

Hands-on STEAM lab art activities
Get creative in our indoor and outdoor science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) lab spaces with hands-on art activities for all ages. Our lab offers multisensory arts experiences that emphasize self-expression and experimentation with science-inspired crafts, kids and kids at heart can take home their own mini masterpieces.
Cart talk Saturdays
Join us every Saturday in July for cart talks where our education team and volunteers will be highlighting our fascinating artifacts, specimens, and hands-on demos throughout the museum. Get up close and personal with your local natural and cultural history — please ask all the questions you’ve been wondering about!
Bring your picnic lunches and play lawn games
Relax in our shaded outdoor courtyard with your own picnic lunch and enjoy the museum’s tranquil desert gardens, a historic train, and mining exhibits. Picnic tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Families will also have the opportunity to play corn hole and other super-sized lawn games.
Frozen treats & cool surprises
What’s summer without a little something cool and refreshing? Keep an eye out for pop-up frozen treat vendors on select weekends!

Come chill with us — and make this summer one to remember!

The San Bernardino County Museum is located at 2024 Orange Tree Lane, at the California Street exit from Interstate 10 in Redlands. The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission is $10 (adult), $8 (military or senior), $7 (student), and $5 (child ages 6 to 12). Children five and under are admitted free. Museum members receive a 50% admission discount. Parking is free and the museum is accessible to people with disabilities.

Equestrian Center hosts Children’s Equine Education Days

Children pet a pony at a park. A woman holding a baby pet horse. A diagram depicts different parts of a horse, and horseshoes lie on gravel. Prado Park Equestrian Center Children’s Equine Education Days, $35/2 hours-ages 12 and under. — *Enroll your child to learn more about horses at the Prado Park Equestrian Center’s Equine Education Days event.*

The Prado Equestrian Center is hosting a unique experience for kids ages 12 and under to spend a day on the ranch learning all about horses! Kids will have a chance to learn how to groom, feed and interact with a horse.

Dates include:

July 13
Sept. 7
Dec. 28

This event will be a fun introduction to horses and equestrian life for the whole family. Children will also get to paint their own horseshoe to take home as well as a certificate of completion.

A session is $35 for two (2) hours. The Prado Park Equestrian Center (PPEC) is located inside Prado Regional Park. The Equestrian Center’s entrance is located at 16629 Johnson Ave., Chino.

To reserve your spot, please email pradoequestriancenter@gmail.com or visit their website at pradoequestrian.com.

State Fishing Day: Casting 101

Start your Saturday morning off by joining the Veterans Fly Fishing Club for Casting 101 demos at Mojave Narrows Regional Park from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Whether you’re a beginner or professional, it’s a great way to celebrate State Fishing Day with your community. Don’t miss out on all the catches- see you there!

Art in the Park: Rainbow suncatchers

*Join us for Art in the Park and make your own rainbow suncatcher! Tuesday, July 8, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park.*

Get creative with us! Join the San Bernardino County Regional Parks’ team for a fun-filled day of crafting as we make beautiful rainbow suncatchers!

Bring the whole family and let your creativity shine as you design your own colorful masterpiece to hang in the sun. As we craft, we’ll also discover the magic of light refraction—learning how sunlight bends through different materials to create dazzling rainbow effects. Watch as your suncatcher transforms sunlight into a brilliant display of colors, brightening up your space and your day! Don’t miss out on this hands-on, family-friendly activity—it’s the perfect way to spend time together, get creative and take home a little piece of sunshine!

Additional County Update News – July 3, 2025