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

Family Swim Night at Glen Helen Regional Park

We are excited to announce extended swimming hours at Glen Helen Regional Park on Saturday, July 27, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. As a part of our 60-Year anniversary celebration, we will have a DJ, Gingi’s Baja-Style Taco Truck and Kuala Shaved Ice at the complex from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. We recommend arriving as early as possible in the morning. The swim complex usually reaches capacity quickly. Park hours are 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.

CFS’s 2nd annual Backpack Giveaway

Join us for the 2nd annual Backpack Giveaway hosted by Children and Family Services. The events will be held in San Bernardino on July 27 and in Victorville on August 3, both scheduled from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. This public event offers free backpacks and essential school supplies for children in grades K-12. Enjoy a live DJ, food and resources from local organizations. Supplies are limited to the first 300 children, so don’t miss out!

County Museum brings summer of fun for the entire family!

The San Bernardino County Museum is all-in for a fun-filled summer! Mark your calendars for Summer Family Fun Days! These family-friendly events will take place every Saturday in July and August from 1 to 4 p.m. Enjoy a variety of entertainment, crafts and treats where the entire family will make lasting memories.

Cart Talk Saturdays
Have a burning question for one of our museum staff members? Want to get up close with our museum’s collections? Visitors will have the opportunity to get a firsthand look at our museum collections.

The museum has also partnered with Lappert’s Ice Cream for the month, giving visitors the opportunity to purchase and indulge in the region’s tastiest ice cream. Every Saturday in July from 1 to 4 p.m.

Art Adventures in New STEAM Lab
Weekly themes will reflect our region’s fascinating history, culture and natural history, as well as current exhibitions. Visitors will be encouraged to explore and create their own work while working alongside the museum’s education team. All skill levels and abilities are invited to participate. Every Saturday in August from 1 to 4 p.m.

To purchase admission tickets in advance or find more information on San Bernardino County Museum programs, events, exhibitions, volunteer opportunities and memberships, visit museum.sbcounty.gov or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.

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 museum members are admitted free. Parking is free and the museum is accessible to persons 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.

Yucaipa Regional Park hosts nocturnal scavenger hunt activity

Join us at Yucaipa Regional Park on Friday, August 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. for a nocturnal scavenger hunt in the park. Look for items in the park to win a prize. Spend the day fishing, picnicking, hiking, biking or cooling off at the swim complex before we start our night walk. Admission is $10 per vehicle and free for those camping with us. All ages are welcome! Leashed pets are welcome too! Yucaipa Regional Park is located at 33900 Oak Glen Road in Yucaipa. Park hours are daily from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information on camping and events, visit parks.sbcounty.gov or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Avis Marvelous: An inside look at native birds of North America

The Victor Valley Museum (VVM) is proud to showcase Avis Marvelous: Ornithology on the Western Frontier, an exhibition that explores the work of notable avian artists who documented the birds of North America during the 18th and 19th centuries.

The artworks are a collection of 50 historic engravings featuring a variety of birds ranging from the Columbia Magpie Jay to the Black-chinned Hummingbird, and Mountain Bluebird.

As nineteenth century reproduction technology improved, avian art became widespread, and some artists became household names. John James Audubon, a contributor of the paintings, said, “I know that I am no scholar, but I am aware that no man living knows better than I do the habits of our birds; no man living has studied them as much as I have done.”

If you are curious about this exhibit, click here to find out more. The exhibit closes at VVM on October 27, 2024, and will be on exhibit at the San Bernardino County Museum from Friday, November 1, 2024 through April 19, 2025.

The Victor Valley Museum is located at 11873 Apple Valley Road in Apple Valley. The museum is open Wednesdays through Sundays from 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 museum members are admitted free. Parking is free and the museum is accessible to persons 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.

Regional Parks pools open Tuesday through Sunday for summer

The 2024 swim season at Glen Helen and Yucaipa Regional Parks has begun, and both swim complexes are now open daily,except on Mondays, through Aug. 4. Daily hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We advise swimmers to arrive early as the line begins to form when the parks open at 7:30 a.m. Once each complex reaches capacity, no new arrivals will be allowed inside. After August 4, both swim complexes will return to the weekend schedules through Labor Day.

For pool schedules, admission prices and FAQs, visit parks.sbcounty.gov/swim-schedules.

A flier with a list of summer events at Regional Parks with clip art of a rainbow, palm tree, sandcastle.

DOWNLOAD PARKS SUMMER EVENT CALENDAR

Join us at any one of our Regional Parks this summer. From Cucamonga-Guasti to Yucaipa, even at Calico Ghost Town, there is plenty to do this summer. For more information on our events at Regional Parks, please visit parks.sbcounty.gov/events.

Summer Meals program offers free, nutritious meals for kids, teens when school is out

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Nutrition and Wellness Services is gearing up for summer meals! The Summer Meal Program is funded by the USDA and provides healthy meals to youth 18 and younger when school is not in session. There is no paperwork, enrollment or income qualifications required. Summer meals are served in many types of locations throughout San Bernardino County such as schools, parks, libraries and community centers. Some sites even provide fun activities for the kids. Nutrition and Wellness Services will be providing enrichment activities at 10 locations with a focus on Rethink Your Drink education and healthy beverage choices.

To find a summer meal site near you:

Call 2-1-1
Download the CA Meals for Kids App
Text “Food” or “Comida” to 304-304