2025 Upland Lemon Festival

Take Metrolink's San Bernardino line to the Upland Station for the annual Upland Lemon Festival, which is returning to downtown Upland from Friday, June 6, to Sunday, June 8. This free, community-driven festival celebrates Upland's citrus heritage.

The event will showcase dozens of varietal food vendors, offer daily live entertainment (including a carnival and the beloved vocal contest, "Lemon Idol"), showcase a range of local businesses offering specialty goods and more.  

This 28-year tradition first debuted in 1997 as a simple way to celebrate the city's citrus industry, but has since grown to be the premier multi-day event in the Inland Empire, traditionally attracting more than 60,000 attendees each year.  

At the Crafters Corner, visit a multitude of booths featuring local and regional businesses that sell various arts and crafts, retail items, and specialty goods.

At "non-profit row," learn about and support the incredible regional organizations dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. Meet passionate representatives from various non-profits, become educated about their missions, and find out how you can get involved.

Don't miss axe throwing with Axe Lair for an exhilarating axe-throwing experience. Expert instructors will guide participants through the basics, ensuring a fun and safe environment for everyone.

There's also Mechanical Bull Riding. Those who sign up on Friday for the Mechanical Bull Contest and are among the first 10 people to register before 6 p.m. are entered for free. There are prizes for first, second, and third place. The grand prize is a $50 gift card and two free unlimited ride wristbands. 

Throughout the weekend, tune into five stages featuring over 50 performances. This year’s entertainment lineup includes high-energy tribute bands, local favorites, and crowd-thrilling karaoke. Main Stage Highlights include performances from Saved by the 90s, Blink 180 True, L.A. Vation, Outlaw Mariachi, Stevie Nicks Illusion, and more. 

Use promo code LEMON25 to receive a 50% discount on your Metrolink Weekend Day Pass on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 when selecting Upland as your destination station.