Wow! Lots of updates since last year. Looking good. From the parking lot off of 32nd St. to the…read morepaved lot further back where we were allowed to unload. Even with the rings set on the property, the field appears very nicely maintained. Maybe all the rain AZ has received recently has contributed to that. Clearly various activities occur here but I'm here for the dog shows hosted by the Yuma Kennel Club and the Imperial Valley Kennel Club. There are a few vendors offering everything from toys, treats, chews, collars and leashes to those providing beverages, snacks, and meals to help us keep up our energy for winning, long show days. Club members are helpful and cheerful volunteers. Exhibitors bring some impressive competition. And in addition to the Conformation show you may also see Rally Trials as well as CGC and ATT testing offered. A really nice venue.

The 2 Rivers Renaissance Faire is in full swing this weekend! The added concrete roads make it…read moreeasier for those with mobility issues to get around. Add the high 70's weather in the mix, and you've got potential for a good time! Check it out...!

Visiting the Riverside County Fair and National Date Show at the Riverside County Fairgrounds felt…read morelike a pretty standard county fair experience with a slightly confusing title. I honestly expected to see more about dates, given the name, but I didn't come across much that tied into that theme. Most of what's here centers around carnival rides, classic fried fair food, and the usual midway energy. I did enjoy checking out the fair entries, which added a nice local touch and broke up the ride and food loop. It's a relatively small fair overall, and I was able to see just about everything in roughly two hours without rushing. Fine for a casual visit if you're in the area, but not something I'd plan an entire day around.

We have been coming here several years now for the annual Riverside County Fair & National Date…read moreFestival! Over the years, there is less emphasis on dates and more on typical fair experiences. Came late on a Sunday evening. Paid extra for VIP parking and bought the tickets online, to enter before the gate closed. The VIP parking is south of the fairgrounds. We liked the turkey leg and the funnel cake with raspberry jam! Also enjoyed the piglet racing and the dog stunt show. There are gem and mineral exhibits. The impressive model railroad exhibits are in a building with some history of the Festival.

If you need to cool off, go to the Record Safari store, they have the coldest air conditioner and…read moreyou can stand around looking at records and taking in the cold air. I've been to Coachella 3 times before and this year I went both weekends. I was here in the early 2000's before it became what it is now and I can tell you it's massive now. Before this year, the last time I was here was in 2013 and the stages were nowhere near as big and high tech as they are now. Favorite set this year was Nine Inch Noize at Sahara, Ceremony inside the Sonora tent, Suicidal Tendencies, etc. It's the best music festival in the world and worth the hefty price tag. Concert tickets are just about $100 plus dollars, so you're able to see so many artists for less than a standard L.A. venue ticket. HIghly recommend doing it once in your lifetime, but it is exhausting. Don't go back to work for a week after you attend all three days and book a spa day or a massage, the Monday after.

Listening to Young thug and double cup the ice filled with Clase Azul, not Casamigos, as we got…read morejiggy on weekend 1. Probably an unpopular opinion, but I think it was a Thugchella. Don't get me wrong though, Justin Beiber was fun and he played our favorite song, "Beauty and a Beat." We got tier 2 tickets since tier 1 was sold out quick. Try to get these tickets during presale to avoid purchasing resale price which is totally not worth. Also make sure to book hotels/airbnb asap because pricing may increase depending on the lineup and demand! Early the cheaper, I guess. This year was amazing because they were lots of good artists like Bigbang, Subtronics, Isaiah Rashad, JB, Swae Lee, Central Cee, Foster the People and etc. I heard camping was a cool experience but I hate waiting in line for showers and I also heard that some camps got blown away by the dust storm. Mask up! My favorite stage is probably the Dolab stage because it's such a vibe and good for aesthetic pictures. The Sahara is also nice because of the lights and lasers. Food there is all overpriced. I paid like $60 for like two pizzas and a drink. Hungry though so you gotta do what you gotta do, lol. This year Coachella did a collab with Gap and they had an area where you are able to make your own custom hoodie with unique patches! I missed out on it because the line was outrageous!

From the front of the strip, you have the cute storefront of designer shops and boutiques. Then…read morebehind, it's the gardens. It's an outdoor desert oasis. A small strip that is centered of shops and restaurants. You can see some of it walking along El Paseo but once you're actually there, it's a cute little spot. There's some grassy spots for kids. The whole layout is pretty beautiful with all the desert plants and water features. Scattered are seated area for lounging. Some are covered which is helpful with the heat. It's a nice little spot for a break after some shopping and a day out.

I typically detest malls, outdoor malls included, but this one is an enchanting mixture of elegant…read moreopen space, a great variety of unique and high end stores, and the grounds are sprinkled with amazing places to sit and relax that are especially comfortable. The variety of seating is a big draw for me for taking breaks while shopping, and they are typically located in spots that are great for people watching while somehow being off on your own. The fountains are gorgeous and the space is artistically designed. The stores that I love are too long to list. There is something here for everyone.

This was my first time at stagecoach or at any music festival out in the desert. I wasn't roo sure…read morewhat to expect and I thought it would be a lot of crazy people. I was surprised of how many young people were there and how they were openly talking about taking drugs and drinking at the venue. The walk from the Uber area was very long and there was a "shortcut" if you had VIP but in reality they were allowing everyone in. In terms of the venue, there was plenty of locations that had sitting area and some of those were shaded. I really enjoyed the VIP area as it had more sitting area. I did notice that all the nicer sitting spaces were being the venue and to bring your own snacks saved for people that were not there at the moment. I also enjoy the bar inside of the VIP since it rarely had a queue. The porta potties didn't seem to smell as bad as they did in the other areas and they did have some of the "nicer" porta potties inside of a trailer. The food of the festival was not great. It was overpriced for mediocre food. I would highly suggest to eat before and after being at the venue and to bring your own snacks. The standing floor was nice for the VIP but keep in mind that they allow general admission to go in there at times specially after the evacuation day. The evacuation was so poorly organized. It was a mess. I do not understand why some of the emergency exits were blocked and they were physically locked. Some people had to climb over fences in order to be able to get out of the venue. I thought it was ridiculous that after we have been waiting an extremely long time for Uber for them to tell us you could go back in. Overall, I really enjoy the music and the fact that it wasn't that hot, but there is definitely room for improvement for the experience especially if you pay for VIP.

Stagecoach was everything I thought it would be and I was content. For a first timer it was a…read morereally fun and worthwhile experience. Would I come back again? Yes! Leaving this review I understand my circumstances are different than some and their complaints I can't speak to per se. I didn't need to take a shuttle, I expect food to be pricy so I eat beforehand (almost every venue or festival for music I've been to the food is not priced at a normal rate), I wasn't camping here, and I don't expect a festival or their staff to somehow be able to control desert weather?! Some of these complaints on here are weird. lol. Their experiences are valid but also a lot of these things with better planning or some sense could likely be mitigated, at least that's how I felt after reading them. Maybe I am just too logical? The polo grounds are great, large enough to accommodate these massive crowds and it's a good location as it neighbors La Quinta, Indio, and Coachella giving you variety of areas you could stay if you are traveling. I'm impressed with how many parking lots they have here and with 80,000 people attending I'm not sure how people wouldn't think there would be some walking involved? You can't get that many people and their vehicles, shuttles, and alternative rides all close enough to park and just walk right into a venue. I felt their parking setup was pretty successful if you brought your own car but I understand the shuttles had massive lines and that's unfortunate. I feel like overall the staff are very friendly and nice here. These festivals bring jobs to the community and while you definitely get a variety of workers from all walks of life, I felt my interactions were 98% very positive. So many staff just with a smile on their faces, asking you to get home safe, and thanking you for coming as you walk out, that's a nice touch. I saw staff everywhere I turned and they seemed to have a good handle on things between the security, vendors, and even trash cleanup crews I felt they did a good job. The lineup this year was really great, some hits and misses as will happen but for the most part I was impressed with the headliners. My personal opinion was that Post Malone and Morgan Wallen were some of the best this year, brought good energy and the sound came across really good on my end. I loved the merch options and the ability to buy items ahead of time. The app for the phone was also super handy and I like the organization it helps create when planning your trip. Lastly, the VIP and upgraded wristbands were a must in my opinion. Worth the money I felt as you had better access to restrooms, food stalls, drinks, and of course close to the stage and more room. Stagecoach was great, definitely a music festival worth coming to 100%.

SAN DIEGO PRIDE 2025!!! Another FABULOUS year! Despite the recent politics and controversies, the…read morePride Parade was still a fabulous and fun time! Great paraders, great floats, and great and BEAUTIFUL people everywhere! Thank you to all the Police officers and security keeping us all safe. LOVE!

Just started Day 1 of Social Justice school…read more I love how involved this organization is in creating change, hosting community events, & making everyone feel so welcomed! The staff are creative, innovative, caring, and true change makers that really care about others. The space is so clean & comfortable. It feels right at home when you walk in. It was my first time visiting and I'm excited to go back for more trainings. They have so many different resources available if you're looking for support services. Ask for help & they will point you in the right direction. Such a needed space for our community! Very high value team, space and location!

It always starts with let's just go and walk around and maybe find a place to eat. Famous last word…read moreas it starts with window shopping which then leads into walking into a store and treating yourself. Clearly never hurts anyone. This area is an outdoor space with a decent amount of the higher end stores. It's stretches out a few block radius but the Main Street, El Paseo is where majority of the storefronts are. But then you have the outdoor mall, not really a mall but a little shopping strip. Here is where most of the higher end shops are located. You have Gucci, Bottega Venetta, Louis Vuitton, Tiffany and Company, to name a few. Not to mention a fairly decent amount of restaurants to add to the mix. Quite a few steakhouse and seafood restaurants. Plenty of parking along the street as well as the parking structure behind which is covered. The property and layout of the district is beautiful. Of course the desert theme is active with all the cactus and succulents. A few water features and a good amount of seating with umbrella from the sun. Even if you window shop or just browse the streets, this area is quite beautiful and nicely done. A fairly decent amount of stores and loads of restaurants. It's worth checking out. It's where you'll find the higher retailers in the desert.

Another successful shopping day in Palm Desert. Absolutely love Dare to Dazzle at Sage on El Paseo,…read moreIris has an amazing selection of fun accessories. Everything is so mich fun, fun, fun. The Cheese shop next door is glorious for lunch. That spinach salad yum. Followed up with a sweet treat across the street at the Gelato shop. So yummy. Their strawberry cup is so freaking good. Of course the little boutiques are also awesome. Christy is one of my favorites also at Sage. Lol. Definitely recommend spending a day or two here.

This is a great local bar. Being newbie's we were not treated that way. Kristie was an amazing…read morebartender. We will always be back.

it's Monday the start of a new week and a new Music Poker day. All the fun starts at 4p.m. now…read more So gather up your favorite people and come down for Music Poker this evening. you don't want to miss out on a fun filled evening, so, Whiskey Road Saloom is where it's all happening.

Great fun! Food tents are great! I've purchased jewelry, hats, make bags, shirts, having the best…read moretime. And one repeat! A great experience!

I really enjoy this market. Not everything is well priced, but you'll often run into people with…read moregreat sales or who are going out of business. I got a bag of wonderful costume jewelry here. Also, I really enjoyed the dates- especially the bahri dates. Also got 2 of the best avocados I've had in a while at this market - a buck a piece. Parking is easy. There's plenty of food available if you're hungry.

It's a great place to walk around, hang out and shop... if you can afford some of these shops…read more Free parking in the parking structure with no time limit. Location of a great great brunch place. Conveniently located across the street from a hotel.

Marketplace is really cool with a variety of things to do from shopping, restaurants, and bars…read more Parking is large with a parking structure right behind it. Kept up pretty clean with seating areas to lounge, and some misters around the complex to keep you cool. Will be coming back and recommend checking it out if in the area.