The Redlands Footlighters Theater was formed in 1945 by four women, some of who stayed active in the theater all the way to 1991. The mission of the theater is to provide creative productions of live theater and nurture aspiring actors and artists in the Redlands community. There are play productions all year. The Redlands Footlighter Theater has put on a great number of performances, from comedies to dramas. More information about the plays in season can be found on the website, along with a longer history. Check it out for more information.
Empire Bowl is a fun, family oriented bowling alley located along Colton Ave in downtown Redlands. They feature several lanes of bowling and even offer glow-n-bowl on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays. It also offers snacks, an arcade and multiple party rooms which can be rented out for birthday parties, corporate events or bowling teams. League play is available at the alley and every Wednesday it offers free bowling to help beginners learn the game. It also features HD televisions for sporting events, shoe rental and free parking in a massive lot just outside the front door.
Fox Event Center is a massive, historic theatre space located along Cajon Street in downtown Redlands. The theatre originally opened in December 1928 and is now used by the community for many events and services -- from birthday parties to proms, concerts to business meetings. The main theatre seats 700 and has become a popular destination for weddings and other social events. Private tours are available and a list of upcoming events can be found on the website. Parking is free just outside on the street.
The Redlands Theatre is located atop Prospect Drive amidst lavish gardens and orange groves. It's a seasonal theater that is open during the summer providing live entertainment. It's an outdoor theater with concrete seats and a stage that can be compared to the Hollywood Bowl. Check out the website for more information.
The San Bernardino County Museum is a wonderful affordable place to visit on any day. The gift shop is filled with great souvenirs to take home or gifts to give out, but that's not all. This place is full of sites that provoke not only thought, but wonder. On the first floor there's a hall filled with not educational and really cool exhibits of San Bernardino wilderness that you never new existed. On the second floor are birds, lots of birds of different sizes, shapes, hunter predators along with scavengers. And for you geology geeks there is a hall filled with minerals of all sorts of hardnesses, from basalt to quartz, the humble and the extravagant. There's even a pretty neat history exhibit. As if all this wasn't enough, twice a year, there are temporary exhibits full of astounding wonders and marvels that you've only heard of. Be sure to give them a visit as it's truly something to see. Oh, and the pictures here are only a small portion of what you can see at the museum.
Richard Johnston Studio is a private art studio that specializes in sculptures. The folks here like to keep to themselves as they stay rather busy working on various projects for different businesses. It's a pretty cozy space but spacious enough to move about and view the works from an adequate distance.
The Redlands Community Music Association operates the historic Redlands Bowl in downtown Redlands. The music venue is a large outdoor space with bench seating and a dynamic stage where concerts, events and workshops are held. Symphonies, orchestras, folk musicians and other players have visited and continue to visit the Redlands Bowl, making the location one of the premier sites and tourist attractions within the city. The association works off donations that can be made in person or through its website. The Bowl is the oldest music festival destination that continues to be fee-free.
The Krikorian is a movie theater complex that's within walking distance from the State Street shopping strip. Its 14 theaters, each large and with comfortable seats, show all the latest movies. The concession stand sells popcorn, soda, candy and snacks. It's a well-kept place, with each theater swept after every show.
Located within the campus of the University of Redlands, the Redlands Symphony Orchestra is a large, unique and beautiful concert hall. Founded in 1950, the Orchestra was formally known as the Redlands Winter Concert Association and has always been closely tied with the University. Today, it provides music lectures before the concerts and has a number of educational programs running in adjunct with the Symphony Orchestra.