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Things to See
Get closeup and personal with the highest and fastest-flying "bird" in the world at Palmdale's Blackbird Airpark Museum. Find out why Palmdale is called the "aerospace capital of the world."Attractions
| Antelope Valley Mall 1233 Rancho Vista Blvd. (Avenue P) Palmdale, CA 93551 661/266-9150 |
Best of the West Softball Complex 2723 Rancho Vista Blvd. Palmdale, CA 93551 661/267-5611 |
Big
Rock Creek Camp |
| Blackbird
Airpark 3620 E. Ave. P Palmdale, CA 93550 661/272-9271 |
Desert Aire Golf
Course 3620 E. Avenue P Palmdale, CA 93550 661/538-0370 |
Devil's
Punchbowl |
| DryTown Water Park 3850 East Avenue S Palmdale, CA 93550 661/267-6161 |
Edwards Air Force
Base 661/277-3517 90 mi. north of LA |
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| Littlerock Dam
and Recreation Area 32700 Cheseboro Rd. Palmdale, CA 93352 661/533-1923 |
Mountain High Ski
Resort 24510 State Hwy. 2 Wrightwood, CA 92397 760/249-5808 |
Mulligan Family Fun Center |
| Palmdale Amphitheater 2723 Rancho Vista Blvd. Palmdale, CA 93551 6 61/267-5611 |
Rancho Vista Golf
Course 3905 Club Rancho Drive Palmdale, CA 93551 661/272-9903 |
Tippi Hedren's
Shambala Preserve 661/268-0380 |
| Vasquez Rocks
County Park 10700 Escondido Canyon Rd. Ague Dulce, CA 91350 661/268-0840 |
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Things to Do
The high desert is a fascinating place to explore. Check out our recreational and cultural events.- Calendar of Events
- Parks and Recreation
- Palmdale Playhouse
- Joe Davies Heritage Airpark at Palmdale Plant 42
- Aerospace Exploration Gallery
- DryTown Water Park
- Thursday Night on the Square
- 4th of July Celebration
- Starlight Concert Series
- Palmdale Jazz & Wine Festival
- Palmdale Fall Festival
Aerospace Exploration Gallery
The Aerospace Exploration Gallery in Palmdale, Calif., features unique glimpses of NASA's exciting past, present and future in the Antelope Valley and into outer space. Displays include the refurbished forward fuselage including the cockpit of an AV-8 Harrier jet aircraft, a representation of flight research activities in the Antelope Valley circa 1949 and visiting displays that depict aspects of aerospace exploration.
NASA Dryden Flight Research Center, in cooperation with the AERO Institute and the City of Palmdale, operates the Gallery. It is currently open free to the public Tuesdays through Thursdays from 9 am to 3 pm. The Gallery is located at the Palmdale Institute of Technology located at 38256 Sierra Highway in the Palmdale Civic Center adjacent to Palmdale City Hall.
Visit the AERO Institute Web site.
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Lodging
Lodging facilities are conveniently located at the Palmdale Boulevard and Rancho Vista Boulevard exits of the Antelope Valley Freeway (State Highway 14).Hotels/Motels
| Best Western John Jay Inn & Suites 661/575-9322 |
Courtyard by Marriott 661/947-4100 |
Days Inn |
| Embassy Suites (coming soon) 661/266-3625 |
EZ 8 Motel 661/273-6400 |
Hampton Inn & Suites |
| Hilton Garden Inn 661/998-2000 |
Holiday Inn 661/947-8055 |
Mahli’s Inn |
| Motel 6 661/272-0660 |
The Palmdale Hotel 661/273-1200 |
Residence Inn by Marriott |
| Sherwood Motel 661/947-2309 |
Staybridge Suite 661/947-9300 |
Super 8 Motel |
For more information on member motels and hotels, please visit the Palmdale Chamber of Commerce.
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Meeting Facilities
The City of Palmdale offers a number of venues for meetings and special events. The Larry Chimbole Cultural Center (named for Palmdale’s first mayor) is available for business and social functions. Meeting rooms accommodate conferences and a large upstairs banquet room includes a commercial kitchen and stage, offering a unique stetting for special occasions.
The quaint gazebo at Poncitlan Square is the perfect spot for a romantic outdoor wedding or an intimate gathering. The unique Spanish-style fountain and beautiful rose bushes provide a gorgeous background for wedding and reception photos.
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Restaurants
From antipasto to sushi, there is something to please everyone's palate at a variety of restaurants in and around Palmdale. Cuisine from around the world is found in Palmdale's dining establishments.Visit the Palmdale Chamber of Commerce for a listing of dining venues.
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Shopping
We have it all at the Antelope Valley Mall. Serious shoppers will also want to explore the antique stores, craft shops, cozy boutiques, flea markets and road-side fruit stands found in and around Palmdale. Dillard’s two-story department store, Harris Gottschalks, JC Penney, and Sears anchor the mall. Barnes & Noble, Best Buy, Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse, Ross Dress for Less, Staples, Party City, Sport Chalet, Best Buy, IHOP, Jamba Juice, Cinnamon Rose and Baja Fresh are at The Marketplace at Palmdale.
Amargosa Commons includes Trader Joe’s, Bed, Bath & Beyond, Circuit City, T.J. Maxx, Panera Bread, Dress Barn, Petsmart, and Rubio’s Baja Grill.
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