Hear that? It’s the weekend knocking! Hopefully with some cooler weather, there are a lot of things you can plan on. Here’s what’s in store:

The forecast calls for temperatures to start cooling. So, why not take a quick drive east of Temecula to Julian where the popular apple harvest is currently underway through Oct. 21. Get your fill of apples and perhaps stop for a slice of warm pie. (Credit: SanDiego.org)
2129 Main Street, Julian
The forecast calls for temperatures to start cooling. So, why not take a quick drive east of Temecula to Julian where the popular apple harvest is currently underway through Oct. 21. Get your fill of apples and perhaps stop for a slice of warm pie.
33320 Temecula Parkway, Temecula
You know it is officially autumn when Temecula’s Big Horse Feed & Mercantile opens its popular corn maze and fall fun to thousands of residents and fans throughout the region. The festivities officially kick off Oct. 6 and run through Halloween.
45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula
Two big events are planned this weekend: a performance by Jake Shimabukuro at 8 p.m. on Oct. 5 and the Food Truck Festival at 11 a.m. on Oct. 6 at Pechanga Resort & Casino.
42051 Main Street, Temecula
Featuring a dramatic, architecturally striking set design, the dance performance promises to be a visual treat for theater-goers. Two shows are planned at 8 p.m. on Oct. 5-6 at Old Town Temecula Community Theater.
Field of Screams: The Haunted Stadium
500 Diamond Drive, Lake Elsinore
What better way to get pumped up for Halloween? All the creepiest, craziest pranks will be waiting for you at the 6th Annual “Field of Screams: The Haunted Stadium” at The Diamond in Lake Elsinore. Doors open to the public now through Halloween.
Humphreys in San Diego and Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio
Popular blues/rock guitarist and singer George Thorogood will bring his raucous Delaware Destroyers to So Cal for two concerts: 8 p.m. on Oct. 4 at Humphreys in San Diego and on Oct. 5 at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino in Indio.
42051 Main Street, Temecula
Stop in and check out the Textures Fiber Arts Annual Exhibit 2012. Admission is free. Simply step inside the intimate art venue and browse the collection of this unique visual art form. To learn more, visit www.temeculatheater.org.
2900 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake
The true spirit of Bavaria will come to life in Big Bear Lake Sept. 15 through Oct. 27. The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest represents Southern California’s most authentic Oktoberfest, which takes pride in being the closest thing to the original celebration in Munich, Germany.
Locations throughout Southwest Riverside
Is that a nip of fall in the air? Not really, but the nights are cooling down, and hot air balloons are once again dotting the crystal clear blue morning skies. Click above and check out our eight great ways to embrace autumn in Southwest Riverside.
Tribute to Count Basie, with Yve Evans and the All Star Big Band
42051 Main Street, Temecula
For fans of this swinging era of music, the All Star Big Band will perform some favorites, including “Basie Straight Ahead,” “Shiny Stockings,” “Lil’ Darlin’,” “Jumpin’ at the Woodside” and “All Of Me.” The show is planned for 2 p.m. on Oct. 7 at Old Town Temecula Community Theater.
42051 Main Street, Temecula
Music is always happening at The Merc in Old Town Temecula. Friday’s feature good old fashioned rock ‘n roll and Saturday’s ImproVacations at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15. Then, it’s Classics at The Merc at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $11.
Let SWRNN know about your future events at events@swrnn.com.
Kerri S. Mabee can be reached at kerri.mabee@swrnn.com. Follow me on Twitter @kerrimabee.








