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Rancho Cucamonga is located in San Bernardino County, California. As of 2000, Rancho Cucamonga’s population was 127,743. The community is situated at the base of the San Bernardino Mountains, just 40 miles east of Los Angeles. Living in Rancho Cucamonga gives you the opportunity to experience skiing, hiking, and desert and ocean sports all within minutes!

Rancho Cucamonga derives its name from a Tongva place name that probably means “sandy place” or “place of the villages where the waters come out.” The northern half of Rancho Cucamonga is located in the foothills, where there used to be many artesian wells and creeks. The soil there is extremely sandy and rocky due to storm runoff from the mountains. Cucamonga is also thought to possibly mean “light over the mountain.”

Rancho Cucamonga History

California was invaded by American forces in 1846 and made it into a state by 1850. Southern California was known was being a “random collection of adobes rimmed by sandy wastes, wild mustard, and willow trees.” Rancho Cucamonga was purchased by John Rains and his wife. Rains expanded the existing vineyards and imported brick masons from Ohio so that he could build his home. After John Rains’ death, the Rancho went into foreclosure and was sold to Isaias Hellman and other businessmen who later formed the Cucamonga Company. Hellman started the Cucamonga Homestead Association but had trouble getting water to the community. Hellman established the Iowa tract in 1882 and finally brought water to the community through the Cucamonga Canyon.

Rancho Cucamonga has a rich history and diverse background. Many people came together to form this community, including numerous Mexican families and Italian immigrants. Their community became known as North Town, filled with beautiful vineyards and groves. The community had a dance hall, theatre, markets, restaurants, and a church, many of which still exist today. Rancho Cucamonga was finally incorporated into a city in 1977 as a result of a merger between Alta Loma, Cucamonga, and Etiwanda.

Rancho Cucamonga Parks and Recreation

The City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Services Department

Rancho Cucamonga operates 28 parks and sponsors many events and organizations for the residents and visitors of the community. Their programs offer something for everyone, no matter your age or interests. The Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to strengthening the community through setting a high standard of excellence for their parks and programs.

The James L. Brulte Senior Center

The James L. Brulte Senior Center provides a variety of services, programs and activities for seniors in the community age 50 and older.

City Trips and Tours

The City of Rancho Cucamonga Community Services Department provides a variety of trips and tours for all ages. Day trips and multi-day trips, sporting events and theatrical performances are planned all year long.

Youth and Teen Programs

Here the youth and teens of Rancho Cucamonga can participate in an array of activities including youth day camps and teen center activities. Contact the Community Services Department for more information.

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Rancho Cucamonga Events

Rancho Cucamonga’s Community Services Department has set a high standard for providing top notch events for our residents. There are numerous events scheduled throughout the year, including many Concerts in the Park, Breakfast with Santa, a Cinco de Mayo celebration, and more!

RC Grape Pumpkin Race

Here you can build and decorate your own Pumpkin Race Car at home or pick up your pumpkin and purchase your Race Car kit the day of the event.

Breakfast with Santa

Come and be whisked away to a Winter Wonderland where Santa, Mrs. Claus and their Elves will fill the morning with fun, food, crafts and entertainment.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Come join many residents of Rancho Cucamonga and enjoy a day of music, food, games and fun.

Concerts in the Park

Come to Red Hill Community Park Amphitheatre to enjoy a great night of musical entertainment and a variety of terrific food vendors with your family and friends.

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Rancho Cucamonga Attractions

Victoria Gardens Regional Town Center

The Victoria Gardens Regional Town Center is one of Southern California’s premier shopping, dining and entertainment destinations. There are over 150 fashion and specialty stores, unique restaurants, AMC Theatres, the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, and Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.

Lewis Family Playhouse

The Lewis Family Playhouse offers everything from family-friendly theatre productions to live concerts and comedy shows. You will not want to miss out on this popular attraction when visiting Rancho Cucamonga!

The Epicenter — Rancho Cucamonga Quakes Baseball

Enjoy exciting Class A minor league baseball up close and personal at the Epicenter, voted the number one minor league baseball stadium in the United States. The Rancho Cucamonga Quakes are one of the California League’s hottest teams. Watching a ball game on a warm Southern California evening with the majestic San Bernardino Mountains as a backdrop is an experience you won’t want to miss!

The Joseph Filippi Winery and Vineyards

The Joseph Filippi Winery has produced some of the finest wines in California for more than 80 years, winning over 200 awards in the past 35 years. The family-owned winery continues to advance an industry that is part of Rancho Cucamonga’s rich and colorful heritage. Here visitors can learn the history of wine making, take a tour of the winery, and taste some one-of-a-kind vintages produced exclusively by the Filippi family. The gift shop and wine tasting room are open daily. The winery’s facilities are also available for private tastings and dinners, receptions and private parties, or business events and fundraisers.

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