Have a lovely time in Downtown Riverside with the re-creation of a Dickens wonderland. By Ryan Gutierrez Those of you that like your literature to come to life, never fear from Feb. 2-4, the Dickens Festival is here to bring cheer. Downtown Riverside will be transformed into an 18th century paradise, with street performers, plays, musical performances and plenty of food. The festival kicks off in a festive manner on Friday night with Pickwick s Pub Night. It s one of the most popular events, Treasurer Geraldine Bowden said.
People can enjoy pub food, pub drinks and have lots of pub fun.
It s really great, people can come in on their way home from work, and enjoy it. There is no need for a costume. The pub night was moved this year to a larger facility in order to accommodate the large number of patrons that appeared at last year s affair. If music is more up your alley, then Captain Harry Fowler s Grand Britannic Piccadilly Music Hall might be the event for you. Join Captain Harry and the Fowlers as they subject you to the most popular carols and songs of the time.