Santa Clarita Evening Entertainment

The fun doesn't stop in Santa Clarita when the clock strikes 5:00 pm! The Performing Arts showcases exceptional local talent. (Remember, professional performers may work in Los Angeles, but they enjoy living in the SCV!) Movie theatres, bowling lanes, and other venues provide great indoor escapes. Low humidity and (an almost) absence of flying insects combine with cool evening temperatures for great outdoor living, like summer concerts and outdoor movies--much of which are free!


Visit our Calendar of Events to find out what's happening tonight in the Santa Clarita Valley!


Movie Times and Locations

Edwards Theaters
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Movie Reviews

MRQE
A compilation of movie reviews, both upcoming and released, from publications across the country.

Plugged In
This is a great site for parents who want to know the truth about the violent and sexual content in a movie prior to allowing their children to see the film.

Santa Clarita Guide's Reviews
We're not pros. In fact, we rarely like what the critics love. So if you are interested, in our thoughts (when we actually get out to see a movie), check here.


Outdoors - Summer Months

Watch an Outdoor Movie under the Stars
...at sundown. A G or PG movie is selected for viewing. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and some goodies. Free.

Castaic Regional Sports Complex
31230 N. Castaic Rd, Castaic
661-775-8865
Biweekly Friday nights. Before the show starts, music and games kick off the night.
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Chesebrough Park
23505 Sunset Hills Dr., Valencia
661-297-1699
Biweekly Saturday nights.
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Harry Carey Ranch/Tesoro del Valle Park
Located in the Tesoro del Valle development on Avenida Rancho Tesoro, just past Stone Creek Road, on the right-hand side of the street. Watch the park for signs for periodic movies, or call William S. Hart Park for further info (661-254-4584). Movie times may also be aired on KHTS.
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Six Flags Magic Mountain's Fireworks (June 2008)
Six Flags Magic Mountain, in the interest of the local community and the high brush fire conditions in the Santa Clarita Valley, will no longer be implementing summer fireworks.

Six Flags regrets ending the summer fireworks tradition and asks guests and neighbors to understand and support the decision.
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Sit in on an Outdoor Concert
Several summer concert series are offered throughout the Santa Clarita Valley including the Jazz Concerts Friday evenings in Town Center, Valencia Marketplace Summer Sunset Concerts Friday evenings, the Concerts in the Park on Saturday evenings, Westfield Valencia Town Center Concerts on Tuesday evenings, or Concerts on the Hillside periodic Sunday evenings at Grace Baptist Church. You�ll find detailed concert schedules on their websites.

Jazz and Blues Concerts
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Valencia Marketplace
805-277-4020
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Concerts in the Parks
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Hot Summer Nights Concert Series at the Valencia Town Center
661-287-9050
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Concerts on the Hillside
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Outdoors - Any time

Sip on Wine
Enjoy a glass or a flight with some appetizers at one of several wine bars in Santa Clarita. Special event wine dinners and tastings are also scheduled.
Various Locations

Dine Alfresco
Many restaurants offer outdoor dining throughout the valley, as our evenings cool down up to 40 degrees from daytime temperatures. Too chilly, you're thinking? Most have outdoor heaters to keep their patrons cozy. Don't feel like going out? Then toss something on the grill, slip into something comfy, and relax on your patio at home.
Various locations


Attend a Star Party
The ones in the sky, that is. Periodic Saturday evenings the local astronomy club will have telescopes set up in Vasquez Rocks. Free. Check their web site for dates, details and for other star parties.

The Local Group
Vasquez Rocks
10700 W. Escondido Canyon Road, Agua Dulce
Jim Mahon, (661) 297-2612
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Stroll Town Center Drive
Excellent restaurants, live jazz, white lights, movies, and retailers combine to provide an upbeat environment for an evening on the town.
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Go Mini Golfing
Mountasia is open in the evening and provides an opportunity to challenge friends while enjoying the great outdoors.

Mountasia Family Fun Center
661-253-4386
21516 Golden Triangle Road, Santa Clarita
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Reflect
Stroll through Santa Clarita Veterans Historical Plaza with your friends. Park benches surround bubbling fountains, creating a serene and relaxing environment. Located at the corner of Market and Walnut Streets in Old Town Newhall.
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Challenge One Another to Basketball
Summer evenings on the basketball court are great memories, and many of the parks throughout Santa Clarita provide lighted courts, including Begonias Lane Park, Bouquet Canyon Park, Central Park, Newhall Park, Old Orchard Park, and Santa Clarita Park.
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Brush Up on Tennis
Bouquet Canyon Park, Valencia Glen Park and Valencia Heritage Park all provide lighted tennis courts.
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Indoors

Attend the Performing Arts
Quality plays and music presentations are performed by both amateur and professional actors here in Santa Clarita.

CalArts
661-253-7800
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The Canyon Theatre Guild, Newhall
661-799-2702
Since 1970 the theatre has been entertaining the SCV.
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ESCAPE
661-299-5264
Designed for children and parents to have the opportunity to train and perform together.
Locations vary.

The Master's College
800-568-6248
Most concerts are free, held in the Recital Hall and begin at 7:30 pm--with the exception of the Christmas concert.
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The Santa Clarita Opera
661-297-3086
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The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center, Valencia
661-362-5304
Top name performers, jazz, orchestra, theatre, ballet and holiday presentations.
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Santa Clarita Repertory Theatre, Newhall
661-288-0000
Recently under new management, this theatre utilizes the talents of both professionals and amateurs. Six shows per year, running almost continually.
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Santa Clarita Symphony
661-286-6044
A group of 75 professional musicians, who perform with many nationally recognized orchestras, including the Los Angeles Philharmonic. And you don't have to travel "over the hill" to hear them!
Locations vary.


Have a Few Laughs
J.R.'s Comedy Club
661-259-2291
Friday and Saturday evenings in the lounge at Marie Callender's. Choose just the show and a couple of drinks or a dinner show. Comedian Randy "J.R." Lubas has appeared 17 times on national television including Showtime and Comedy Central. Age restrictions apply. Reservations recommended.
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Take in a Movie
Plan ahead if you're doing this on the weekend, as movies sell out quickly. Use a site such as Fandango to reserve your tickets. There are two locations, Edwards Valencia in Town Center, which includes an IMAX; and Edwards Canyon Country on Soledad Caynon Road.
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Go Ice Skating
661-775-8686
Is there a better way to cool down? Bring your winter jacket, because it is chilly!
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Go Bowling
Reserve your lane before you go to avoid disappointments.

Santa Clarita Lanes
661-254-0540
21615 Soledad Canyon Rd, Saugus
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Valencia Lanes
661-222-9080
23700 W. Lyons Ave, Santa Clarita
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Browse the Bookstore
Barnes & Noble is at the corner of Magic Mountain Pkwy and Valencia Blvd. Both offer coffee shops.

Barnes & Noble
661-254-6604
23630 Valencia Blvd., Valencia
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