Need some ideas for some weekend fun, Southwest Riverside? Check these out:

Willie Nelson performs at Pechanga Resort & Casino. (File photo by Nicole Daly/Pechanga Resort & Casino)
Willie Nelson at Fantasy Springs
84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio
Perhaps our most beloved living country music singer and musician, Willie Nelson is back in Southern California performing a string of shows that will include a stop at Indio’s Fantasy Springs Resort Casino. The ponytailed and bandana-ed one and his band will hit the Special Events Center stage at 8 p.m. on March 1.
Temecula wine country
Temecula Valley is adding some new exclusive dining and tour experiences to complement the 23rd Annual World of Wine passport weekend held from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on March 2-3.
45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula
In the mood for some laughs? Step outside your comfort zone weekend and check out the Comedy Club acts at Pechanga Resort & Casino.
42051 Main Street, Temecula
The popular weekly Jazz at the Merc series gets underway at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 28 at the Club at the Merc at Old Town Temecula Community Theater.
5704 Paseo del Norte, Carlsbad
Spring is in bloom with the more than 50 acres of breathtaking Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers bloom. The expanse of color will amaze you. The season kicks off on March 1 and runs through May 12.
36522 Via Verde, Temecula
Temecula’s Oak Mountain Winery offers live music from 1 to 5 p.m. every Saturday in the Pavilion.
45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula
Don’t miss this talented comedienne when she performs at 8 p.m. on March 2 at Pechanga Resort & Casino.
42051 Main Street, Temecula
Residents are invited to take a step over the rainbow and into a world of pure fantasy when “The Wizard of Oz” hits the stage in Temecula. The show runs March 1-10 at Old Town Temecula Community Theater
39750 De Portola Road, Temecula
Treat yourself to a delectable brunch of Eggs Benedict, smoked salmon, bagels & cream cheese, quiche, fruits, bacon and potatoes. This event runs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday. Cost is $12.95 per person.
42051 Main St., Temecula
Local photographer Greg Lucker will showcase a gallery of rock concerts and dramatic landscapes in an exhibit that will run through Mar. 3 in Old Town Temecula. Admission is free.
Visitor center located at west end of Palm Canyon Dr., Borrego Springs
Come and see the results of the winter rains as the wildflowers begin to pop and bloom at Anza-Borrego. The prime viewing season runs through Apr. 30.
42051 Main Street, Temecula
Music is always happening at The Merc in Old Town Temecula. Classics at The Merc perform at 3 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $11.
Let SWRNN know about your future events at events@swrnn.com.
Kerri S. Mabee is managing editor of Southwest Riverside News Network. She can be reached at kerri.mabee@swrnn.com.










