October 2025 Events in California
October 2025 Events in California
Celebrate autumn with wine festivals, tarantula races, and freebies for families
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- Fall 2025 Travel Deals in California
Fall 2025 Travel Deals in California
Score free hotel nights, gift cards, spa treatments, and more when you know where to book - A Dodgers Fan’s Guide to Los Angeles
A Dodgers Fan’s Guide to Los Angeles
Celebrate the Dodgers throughout Los Angeles with fan-centric eats, murals, immersive experiences and more - What’s New at California Ski Resorts for Winter 2025–2026
What’s New at California Ski Resorts for Winter 2025–2026
Skiers and riders can look forward to fresh lines and big upgrades as slopes open in November - Halloween 2025 Events in California
Halloween 2025 Events in California
Discover a ghoulishly good time with this guide to the most exciting and eerie Halloween events happening across California this spooky season - California Questionnaire: Joel Kim Booster Shines a Spotlight on His Hollywood Life
California Questionnaire: Joel Kim Booster Shines a Spotlight on His Hollywood Life
The scene-stealing star of ‘Loot’ spreads the wealth by revealing his most treasured spots in L.A. and beyond - Travel Accessibility in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Travel Accessibility in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Plan your trip while making the most of the Golden State’s inclusive options - Celebrate the Route 66 Centennial in California
Celebrate the Route 66 Centennial in California
Mark 100 years of The Mother Road with a California trip full of iconic stops and special events
Explore California's Cities
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- San FranciscoSan Francisco County
San Francisco
- Los AngelesLos Angeles County
Los Angeles
- San DiegoSan Diego County
San Diego
- PasadenaLos Angeles County
Pasadena
- Santa BarbaraSanta Barbara County
Santa Barbara
- Santa MonicaLos Angeles County
Santa Monica
- San Luis ObispoSan Luis Obispo County
San Luis Obispo
- AnaheimOrange County
Anaheim
- MontereyMonterey County
Monterey
- Palm SpringsRiverside County
Palm Springs
- SonomaSonoma County
Sonoma
- SacramentoSacramento County
Sacramento
- MendocinoMendocino County
Mendocino
- NapaNapa County
Napa
- Santa CruzSanta Cruz County
Santa Cruz
- TemeculaRiverside County
Temecula
Explore California's 12 Regions
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- San Francisco Bay Area
San Francisco Bay Area
- North Coast
North Coast
- Deserts
Deserts
- High Sierra
High Sierra
- Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County
- San Diego County
San Diego County
- Inland Empire
Inland Empire
- Shasta Cascade
Shasta Cascade
- Central Coast
Central Coast
- Orange County
Orange County
- Central Valley
Central Valley
- Gold Country
Gold Country
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Find Your Passion
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- So You Think You Know Los Angeles?
So You Think You Know Los Angeles?
Go beyond the familiar to discover shops, restaurants, and natural landscapes you never knew existed
- So You Think You Know Sacramento?
So You Think You Know Sacramento?
America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital is full of secrets and surprises—you just need to know where to look
- Ways to Play in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Ways to Play in Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Experience all the superlatives—from the largest tree to the highest peak—at this duo of parks
- Ways to Play in San Francisco
Ways to Play in San Francisco
Turn your classic city tour into an exuberant adventure
- Ways to Play in San Diego
Ways to Play in San Diego
No matter how you define playtime, you’ll find it in this SoCal hub
- Ways to Play in Palm Springs
Ways to Play in Palm Springs
See how the desert comes to life from a tramway, within a palm oasis, or at a fabulous resort
- So You Think You Know Monterey County?
So You Think You Know Monterey County?
Check out these 15 lesser-known spots, including a Shakespeare showcase and a bar that serves 10-cent cocktails
- Ways to Play in Los Angeles
Ways to Play in Los Angeles
Bask in the glow of Hollywood, soak up culture, and make sure to have fun outside
- Ways to Play in Temecula Valley
Ways to Play in Temecula Valley
Relaxation here begins with wine tasting, spa days, hot-air balloon rides, and perhaps a round of golf
- So You Think You Know the Inland Empire?
So You Think You Know the Inland Empire?
From Temecula to Riverside to Big Bear Lake and beyond, this diverse region features plenty of hidden gems
- Ways to Play in Yurok Country
Ways to Play in Yurok Country
Gain new appreciation for the history and culture of these Native lands while also soaking up North Coast scenery
- Ways to Play in Joshua Tree National Park
Ways to Play in Joshua Tree National Park
Hike, climb, and soak up the magic of this unique desert park
- Ways to Play in Lake Tahoe
Ways to Play in Lake Tahoe
Find all-season fun on the lake and in the mountains
- Ways to Play in Newport Beach
Ways to Play in Newport Beach
Steer your own ship, see marine life, and sleep in a beachy cottage in this Orange County hub
- So You Think You Know Silicon Valley?
So You Think You Know Silicon Valley?
Here are a dozen ways to experience the hidden side of this dynamic South Bay region
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Discover Events
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- Bracebridge Dinners
Bracebridge Dinners
December 10, 14, 18, 22, 2025
- Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade
Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade
December 17–21, 2025
- Rose Parade and Rose Bowl
Rose Parade and Rose Bowl
January 1, 2026
- BNP Paribas Open
BNP Paribas Open
March 1–15, 2026
- Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival
Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival
April 10–12, 19–21, 2026
- Bottlerock Napa Valley
Bottlerock Napa Valley
May 22–24, 2026
- Bear Valley Music Festival
Bear Valley Music Festival
July 17–Aug. 2, 2026
- Gravenstein Apple Fair
Gravenstein Apple Fair
August 8–9, 2026