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It's no secret that we Californians take the performing arts seriously, and you can bet that even here in the small town of Temecula, CA, we have some excellent local theater talent. Whether you're a local to Temecula or just passing through, no stay in our town is complete without a visit to one of our town's favorite local theaters. 3 Great Theaters Right Here in Temecula, CA 1. Old Town Temecula Community Theater Even if you're not a big theater person, you can't miss checking out Temecula's beloved community theater if you're in town. The Old Town Theater at 33440 La Serena Way is a community theater run, and much loved, by the locals of Temecula and boasts a 450-seat theater with modern lighting and sound systems. Its productions are directed, produced, and performed by locals, and the pricing is incredibly affordable to match, with most shows running around $20. The lineup of shows consists of modern musicals, classical productions, orchestral music, standup comedy, puppet shows, and dance performances. 2. Temecula CRC Amphitheater If you drive a little further from the center of town over to 30875 Racho Vista Road, you'll find yourself in Temecula's premier theater for outdoor live music. The CRC Amphitheater is located in the beautiful, green Ronald Reagan Park and provides an incredibly scenic backdrop to catch a live act. The city of Temecula uses the amphitheater for each summer's Summer Sunset Concert Series, hosting a variety of live bands every weekend. Grab some friends, a picnic blanket, and some food while you listen to splendid live music under the summer California sunset! Events are always free and open to the public. 3. Shakespeare in the Vines We saved the most unique and fascinating theater for last! Shakespeare in the Vines is not your traditional theater: it's a small, intimate, outdoor community theater set with the backdrop of a picturesque Californian vineyard. Located at 33440 La Serena Way on the Bailey Vineyard & Winery, its scenic location is something you won't find in a theater anywhere else. Performances are held on most evenings all summer, and tickets are only around $20. You'll sit outside and watch local actors perform Shakespeare under a clear, starry, summer California sky. What an experience! Watching a play under the night sky or a live band jam out under the sunset is about as classic of a Californian experience as you can find in our town! Another classic Californian experience you can find here in Temecula is a drive in one of America's most beloved cars. So before you leave town, head down to Paradise Chevrolet Cadillac and grab yourself a classic American car like the 2023 Chevy Silverado! https://temeculaca.gov/theaterhttps://tickets.temeculatheater.org/https://www.shakespeareinthevines.org/https://temeculaca.gov/calendar.aspx?EID=2864https://www.google.com/maps/place/Temecula+CRC+Amphitheater/@33.4991701,-117.1263321,17z/data=!4m8!3m7!1s0x80db7f09fc018b51:0xf1f8b4f5fb0190e6!8m2!3d33.4991701!4d-117.1263321!9m1!1b1!16s%2Fg%2F1tfst519 Image by Devon Breen from Pixabay

Temecula is home to some of the best pizza joints in the California. Whether you're a deep dish fan, thin-crust purist, or hand-tossed lover, there's a pie for you at the pizza joints around town. Here are our four picks for the top pizza places in Temecula: Whether you crave a simple cheese pizza or a slice loaded with toppings, local pizzerias have you covered. Explore the following picks for the four best Temecula, California, pizza joints. 1. Spuntino Owned by the Prestifilippo family, Spuntino has been serving delicious pizza since 2006. Spuntino's pizza is baked in a wood-burning Italian pizza oven and is available by the slice or by the whole pizza. For a simple but delicious pizza, try Spuntino's pizza Aglio, topped with garlic, olive oil, and Italian spices. If you love cheese pizza, try a pizza four formaggi, topped with mozzarella, fontina, gorgonzola, and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Vegetarian and gluten-free pizzas are available as well. If you enjoy a glass of wine with your pizza, be sure to try a glass from the family's Poggio Leano vineyard in Temecula. Spuntino's is open for dine-in service or takeout. Phone ordering is available. Spuntino is at 31891 Rancho California Road and is open daily from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 2. Pizzeria de Milano Pizzeria de Milano features an expansive menu of pizzas available by the slice or whole pizza. Pizzas range from the simple Margherita pizza to the extraordinary Alfredo chicken, shrimp scampi, and barbecue chicken pizzas. Pizzeria de Milano's menu also includes side dishes such as calamari, cheese sticks, wings, and salad. You can visit Pizzeria de Milano at 28276 Old Town Front St. Operating hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. Dine-in service, takeout, and delivery are available. You can place a pizza order via phone or online. 3. Vail Pizzeria Vail Pizzeria is a build-your-own pizza place that is sure to please even the pickiest pizza eater. Crust options include the traditional white, local-favorite cilantro, and gluten-free option. You can build your pizza with one of five sauces, four types of cheese, and a plethora of toppings such as bacon, meatballs, jalapenos, mushrooms, and artichoke hearts. Side items include Buffalo wings and salad. Vail Pizzeria is in the Vail Ranch headquarters at 32123 Temecula Parkway. You'll appreciate the free parking and outdoor seating. Online ordering and delivery are also available. Vail Pizzeria is open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. 4. The Pizza Press The Pizza Press is a Temecula favorite that allows you to craft your pizza from an expansive list of fresh, local ingredients. Ten different types of cheeses are available, including smoked gouda and Perlini mozzarella. Bourbon bacon, smoked ham, and pepperoni are a few of the meat toppings available. The Pizza Press is a great place to enjoy a vegetarian pizza, thanks to the vegan cheese and abundant vegetable toppings. Gluten-free dough is available for those with special dietary restrictions. In addition to make-your-own pizza, The Pizza Press offers several signature pizzas such as the Chronicle, which is topped with artichoke hearts, grape tomatoes, red onion, cremini mushrooms, chevre, roasted red bell peppers, and fresh basil. The Pizza Press offers outdoor seating as well as delivery, curbside pickup, and online ordering. You can visit The Pizza Press every day from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. at 30010 Temecula Parkway. A cheesy pizza pie is a crowd-pleasing dinner any night of the week. The next time you are craving pizza, check out the above four Temecula favorites. Note: Please contact the pizzerias directly to confirm operating hours and current public health and safety guidelines in place at these establishments. Image via Pixabay