“This city is so boring, there’s nothing to do.” There's plenty to do in the city of Fontana and this guide is going to go over a list of family-friendly places you can visit. Many people who are reading this guide are either new to the city or residents who have been living in the area for a while. If either is the case, some of the stuff on the list will be familiar to you or maybe new. I hope this guide helps you enjoy the city more! If you visit any of these places, you can tag @mackidfontana on instagram.https://www.instagram.com/mackidfontana/?igsh=MXJhMWwzNTh4MThkbA%3D%3D

Fontana Lewis Library & Technology Center

During this month, until the 27th, the Lewis Library will be having sessions for different age categories throughout the day. A fun activity to get your children to learn and be active. A bonus about this library is that it has a park in the area with a splashpad you could take your little ones to before the summer heat goes away. If you want to learn more about the sessions that take place during the day. Click this link to see which schedule best works for you.https://library.sbcounty.gov/fontana-branch-programs/

Mary Vagle Nature Center.

A nice stroll around the pond or taking a hike are some activities you can do at Mary Vagle Nature Center. The nature center offers so many activities to the public. They have currently opened a new Bee Hive Exhibit. For a better idea of what the Nature Center looks like, you can check out this video.

https://www.bing.com/videos/riverview/relatedvideo?q=mary+vagle+nature+center+fontana&&view=riverview&mmscn=mtsc&mid=5AD048B160C1C68FDEC35AD048B160C1C68FDEC3&&aps=241&FORM=VMSOVR

FridayNoon - 5 PM

SaturdayNoon - 5 PM

SundayNoon - 5 PM

Downtown Fontana

Down in Sierra you can find different small businesses to support. Looking for new food to try or coffee, then come visit downtown Fontana. It is not too far from Fontana Lewis Library & Technology, so you can make a trip there as well, And you could also visit Fontana Memorial Garden, which is in the area. For an idea of what downtown Fontana looks like, you can check out this page on Instagram.

https://www.instagram.com/downtownfontana/?igsh=ZjN2bHhtazN5NnRu

Fontana Farmers market

Getting out on a Sunday morning and visiting the local farmers market could be a part of your things to do in Fontana. Fontana has two weekly farmer markets. One on Thursday and Sunday. The one on Thursday takes place at 14501 Live Oak Ave. Fontana CA 92337.   The Market on Sunday takes place at 15556 Summit Ave. Fontana CA 92336.  These weekly farmer's markets give the community the opportunity to purchase fresh and organic produce. These markets don't just offer fresh produce, but you can also come and support other small businesses! For an idea of what these markets look like, you can watch these videos from the farmers market Instagram.

TIME AND DAY: Thursdays, 3pm - 7pm

TIME AND DAY: Sundays, 10am - 3pm

Program and Classes

The city offers different programs and classes for all ages in the community. 

Swapmeet

The city of Fontana has an indoor swap meet and outdoor, both full of vendors with different things to offer the community. The indoor swapmeet is free entry and is located at 9773 Sierra Ave, Fontana, CA 92335. The Outdoor swapmeet is located at 17565 Valley Blvd, Bloomington, CA 92316. Entry fee is $1. 

 https://fontanaindoorswapmeet.com/

https://www.belairswapmeet.org/#about

 Indoor  Swapmeet Hours.                 

Bel Air Swapmeet