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Things to Do

Find things to do throughout the West in great cities like San Francisco, Las Vegas, Phoenix, and Portland. From historical sites to active adventures, Via gets the scoop on things to do this weekend and beyond.

A father and son walk through a Halloween corn maze on a cloudy day.

Get into the Halloween spirit at these local attractions.

The log cabin exterior of Heinold's First and Last Chance Saloon.

From Jack London’s favorite pub to D.H. Lawrence’s final resting place, these destinations will delight any road-tripping bibliophile.

A paddler races to the finish in the West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta in Tualatin, Oregon.

Try your hand at pumpkin paddling, sheep herding, or guacamole-making at these unique autumn events.

Autumn color reflects in Oxbow Bend in Grand Teton National Park.

Forgo the crowds and find your own quiet pocket of autumnal magic.

a van is parked near a telescope with a brilliant starry sky and mountains in the distance

Beat the heat and the tourist throngs with these awe-inspiring after-dark adventures.

a woman with black hair and glasses smiles as she looks through records in a record store

The Capital of Silicon Valley is teeming with treasures, from vintage vinyl to fantastic falafel.

a Rolls Royce covered in glittery gems under a chandelier

These collections are worth the detour, from a vintage drugstore frozen in time to a garage full of Liberace’s bling.

Pyrotechnics at the colorful kineticFIELD stage at Electric Daisy Carnival.

These festivals and venues offer aural and visual delights.

a home chef holds a plate of grilled meat and vegetables in front of a barbecue

As you light up the grill this summer, here’s how to avoid dangers from fire to food poisoning.

Fourth of July fireworks over the water in South Lake Tahoe, California

From Las Vegas to Anchorage, there's an Independence Day fireworks display in the sky near you.

trio of swimmers admire Middle Falls from rocks below on the McCloud River near Mt Shasta, California

Live your best summer with these classic warm-weather pleasures.

A Viking ocean cruise ship heads to port in Iceland.

If you can envision it, a cruise line offers it.

A scenic walk by trees and water

In Big Sky Country, waterfalls thunder, cowboy culture thrives, and mermaids beckon.

a person cups freshly-picked cherries in Brentwood, California.

Check out these spots for sweet cherries, strawberries and more.

a sunny scene along the Cascades drive in Oregon, with pine trees in front of a mountain landscape

Explore a trio of towns along Highway 126 for a sampler of central Oregon sights and scenery.

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