It’s almost here — that three-day Labor Day weekend we’ve all been waiting for. Here are just a few of the fun things happening around town:
Pechanga's popular outdoor summer concert series will continue to sizzle with a performance by American Idol star Chris Daughtry. (Courtesy photo)
Daughtry at Pechanga Resort & Casino
45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula ~ Phone: 877-711-2WIN
Pechanga’s popular outdoor summer concert series will continue to sizzle with a performance by American Idol star’s group Daughtry. The concert kicks off at 8 p.m. on Sept. 1. Tickets are still available.
“Gypsy” at Old Town Temecula Community Theater
42051 Main Street, Temecula ~ 866-OLD-TOWN
Presented by Temecula Valley Players, the legendary tale of Gypsy Rose Lee comes to life on the Temecula stage with its debut performance at 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 1 and runs through Sept. 18. Tickets start at $23. For scheduled performance times, visit www.temeculatheater.org.
Labor Day Celebration at Falkner Winery
40620 Calle Contento, Temecula ~ 951- 676-8231
Visit Falkner Winery and its Pinnacle Restaurant over Labor Day Weekend and you’ll get to enjoy a great lunch special as well as free Jazz in the outdoor lawn area from 12 to 3 p.m. on Sept. 3-4.
29355 Grand Ave, Lake Elsinore
Residents are invited to McVicker Canyon Park for the Music With a View concert series. Presented by the Elsinore Valley Arts Network, the band Arrest My Sister will perform hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Sept. 3. The concert is free.
Science Saturdays at Western Science Center
2345 Searl Parkway, Hemet ~ 951-791-0033
For anyone looking for a little bit of learning wrapped up in a whole lot of fun, the Western Science Center is once again offering its popular Saturday series for families. An Archeology theme will spark young scientists’ imagination on Sept. 3.
Various spots throughout Old Town Temecula
Temecula’s Hot Summer Nights concert series is winding down with its final shows this weekend. Scheduled performances on Sept. 1 include Open Road at Baily’s Courtyard, Viento Libre at Palomar Hotel, Bayou Brothers at Rosa’s Cantina and Deejay at Children’s Museum. Concerts begin at 6 p.m., are free and are open to the public.
Labor Day Festival at Vail Lake
38000 Highway 79 South, Temecula ~ 951-303-0173
Come celebrate the long holiday weekend at Vail Lake’s Labor Day Festival. There will be music — four great tribute bands — and the “World’s Largest Mud Fight.” What’s not to love? The fun runs Sept. 2-4. Visit the website for all the details.
Champagne Jazz series at Thorton Winery
32575 Rancho California Road, Temecula
The deliciously smooth sounds of jazz are still humming through Temecula’s Wine Country. Treat yourself this Labor Day weekend with good fun, music and wine at Thornton Winery. Don’t miss George Benson, along with Brian Simpson, perform at 7 p.m. on Sept. 3. Tickets are $95.
42081 Main Street, Temecula ~ 951-308-6376
Because girls love science, too, it’s going to be a girl’s night out at Temecula Children’s Museum. If your little one has an American Girl doll, bring her along. Come join the fun at 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 2 at the Temecula Children’s Museum in Old Town Temecula.
42051 Main Street, Temecula ~ 866-OLD-TOWN
The weekends are filled with the sound of music at The Merc in Old Town Temecula. Friday’s feature good old fashioned rock ‘n roll and Saturday’s go country at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15. Then, it’s Classics at The Merc at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $11.
37701 Warren Road, Winchester ~ 951-926-1541
Lake Skinner is still the place to be on a summer night. This weekend, residents will be treated to a movie under the stars. Showtime is at 9 p.m. on Sept. 3.
Kerri S. Mabee can be reached at kerri.mabee@swrnn.com. Follow me on Twitter @kerrimabee.
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