Such a cute concept with spaces being utilized throughout the area. Think of the gum alley in…read moredowntown SLO town or Seattle. Here in downtown Riverside, you have Mariposa Alley (Butterflies). During lunch we were trying to figure out what was around the area that was worth checking out. This popped up and was a 2 minute walk away. Just around the corner from Main Street next to a parking structure. It's a small little alley way that house all the fun cute butterflies hanging off the wall. The same concept as Collette Miller with the famous Angel wings scattered all over the place. One side of the wall is a massive mural of butterflies and flowers while the opposite side are butterflies. All different sizes and shapes hanging off the wall. You have the colorful wings lower down for that perfect photo op as well as smaller one hanging off the wall. A cute little walkway that's hidden off the Main Street. It's tucked in between the parking structure and city hall. A fun photo spot that's well maintained and clean. Alleyway was not messy one bit and in pretty good shape and clean.

A literally breath of fresh air in the middle of the city. While in town this week I decided to…read morewalk the city instead of drive. Lucky for me I found not only this beautiful alley, but so much more. There are many photo ops here and if you have someone with you even more shots possible. The alley is clean and easily accessible. Smack dab in the middle of downtown surrounded by shops and restaurants. A great stop if you love street art, butterflies or looking for something free and fun to do!

Bad review for yelp for not updating . Art is no longer…read morehere . Very nice park :) I came to visit my friend in Riverside from LA, I suggested this park to see the art & take some photos. But when we got there, it was gone :( .

The Art Float is a colorful display of handpainted, floating balls at Lake Evans in Fairmount Park…read more This art installation is said to be the largest art installation in the city's history! There are two lakes at Fairmount Park and you can find these giant balls at the bigger lake (Lake Evans). I think this is a great thing for the city of Riverside. Bringing the community together through art. They had students from the Riverside Unified School District Help paint these floating balls. It looks so much better in person! A few notes: * Street Parking near neighborhood available, just a short walking distance. * There are other parking spots but limited. * Make it an all-afternoon event with your kids.. bring lawn chairs or walking shoes to walk around the lake * Bring your camera * Be careful of the uneven terrain near the edge of the lake! You won't want to miss this display because it's only available until June 1, 2018!

Awesome downtown alley in Redlands. The alley sits on the backside of restaurants between E Citrus…read moreand E state St. You can enter through fifth St. or Orange St. look for the colorful array of umbrellas. Great restaurant area, copehouse, oyster bar, love lock gate, hate burger is on the east end with pick up window and outside bar seats only. A local gem in the downtown area. Street parking is limited, parking lots and garages within a block.

Super cool area to take a stroll and take some great pictures. There's a couple of restaurants and…read morebars and an escape room along the way.

The Gandhi Memorial located in Downtown Riverside is a strong statement of peace among this…read moreturbulent world. Marbled steps with encouraging quotes leaves a refreshing empowerment. Dedicated on October 9, 2005 by Mahatma Gandhi's grandson Rajmohan Gandhi and Riverside mayor Ronald O. Loveridge. Fun facts: The statue was created by artists Mandan and Aruna Garge of India. Lalit Acharya has worked to bring a statue of Mahatma Gandhi to Riverside. The memorial will honor the man who emphasized nonviolent means of civil disobedience. Depicting his life showcasing his values and guiding principles.

Fun exciting g for the kids. People and family friendly. You can walk or drive through the…read morecommunity. 10/10

It was cool to see but I expected more for all the hype that I've heard about it. I was expecting…read moremore of a thoroughbred lane like feel and craziness but it's okay. Still cool to see with the little ones.

I love it here! It's so quaint and the shops are cute. It's fun to walk around and see the unique…read moreshops, grab a bite to eat, or maybe a coffee or an ice cream. Downtown has a vintage feel because it has been around for a long time. It's slightly reminiscent of the downtown area in Prescott, Arizona, but on a smaller scale. It's definitely the jewel of Redlands.

super chill place to come and relax, they have it weekdays and I believe some weekend. but it's…read morevery calm and relaxing. doesn't get to crazy so if you want to have a relaxing night thus is the place.

Cool spot with a variety of places to eat or drink…read more Been here a few times - 1 was for their speakeasy (previously reviewed) and others just to get food or drinks with a group of friends. This past visit, we got food from both Fred's Red Tacos and Baba's Chicken. My food from Baba's was delicious. Loaded fries of some sort and everything on it was just perfect and complimented each other. My friends got Tacos and thoroughly enjoyed their food as well. You order from a kiosk but then are greeted by someone when your order is ready, from that specific place. Each time I've gone, I've had good customer service. Nothing spectacular but what you'd expect. Since so many options, price points vary that can help you stay within a budget if that's what you're looking for. Spacious and clean. There is always someone walking around to clean up.

The parking situation here is terrible. We circled the area three times looking for a spot. We…read moreeventually saw a sign advertising free parking in the structure, but following it only led us to a dead-end area, which was very frustrating. Be aware that the parking signage can be misleading. We finally found street parking, but it was limited to 90 minutes. In the end, we only spent about 15 minutes inside before leaving. Overall, we much prefer the Anaheim Packing District and Haven City Market. They offer a much better experience, including easier parking.

In between 3/4 stars…read more first time at this event.. The event runs down between Magnolia and Jackson street. If you can't find parkings on sidewalk, you can park in the church's parking lot which is located literally next to the event. The church charges $5 per car. Upon entering the event, you will see around 15-25 American classic cars. After passing the classic cars, you will see vendors and food booths. Although this event is known for their chili, I didn't expect to try any.However, I did try this booth that serves hot dogs and fries. I ordered carne fries that cost $8. The amount given was "okay". The amount of meat was "okay".. Wouldn't have gotten it if I knew how much they put in it. And frites were pretty darn hard. Overall, wouldn't recommend it and was not worth the money. Food booths seem to repeat, not much to try. There is also a live stage of "mr. Elvis" singing.. And a mini live farm that includes pigs; chicken, yak, and goats. Overall, this is a pretty small event, would probably visit again next year.. Who knows P.s. Show up early if you want some homemade chili because by the time I showed up, they were all sold out

The Riverside Chili Cook Off & Car Show is just what you would expect, It's a Car Show and Chili…read moreCompetition. This annual event is on Magnolia Ave. from Van Buren to Jackson. It's a small event but draws a lot of people. You might find limited street parking near the event but I recommend paying the $5 and park at St. Thomas Church, they're on Jackson at the entrance of the event and your $5 goes to a good cause. There are probably less than 100 classic/custom vehicles on display and they do not cruise at this event. This year they had two music stages with bands playing oldies and 80's music and a surprise visit from the King himself, Elvis. Of course you'll find the typical vendor booths with everything from arts and crafts to Solar Panels. I try to eat kinda healthy but who can resist bacon wrapped deliciousness or deep fried anything? Yes, I'm talking street food vendors. Kebabs, tacos, dogs, shaved ice and waffles. mmmm! Then there's the Chili Cook-Off part of this event. You pay a couple bucks and you get to sample some of the different chilis and salsas and choose your favorite. If you plan on tasting the chili I suggest getting there early before they run out. I look forward to this event every year. I love the old and historic buildings in this part of town and the often passed-by business' that are part of the Arlington area. By far, this isn't Riverside's biggest car show but it's my favorite. I support this event because they do I nice job bringing a lot of people to the Arlington area of Riverside and that's why they get 5 Stars!.

I contacted Carissa with a very generic idea of what I wanted and she was so receptive and kind. I…read moregave her an idea of the floral design I wanted on the side of my Little Free Library and she provided a proof. She met me within my budget, did what she said she would do, and produced absolutely stunning artwork. She knew the correct products to use for this outdoor project and really cared about making sure it would last. I would recommend her over and over again! Carissa is the kind of person you WANT to work with: communicative, friendly, and incredibly talented.

We couldn't be happier with the mural painted in our hallway! From the very beginning, [Artist's…read moreName] took the time to truly understand our vision -- and then went above and beyond to bring it to life. Her creativity, attention to detail, and professionalism were exceptional every step of the way. If you're looking for someone who will not only meet your expectations but exceed them, Carrisa is the one. Her talent speaks for itself, and her passion for her craft truly shines through.