House hunters are flocking to the Ridge in record numbers, and we want to show you why! Our entire community is rolling out the red carpet for curious visitors and potential new residents. Please join us for a fun-filled weekend to explore and discover the fastest-growing community in California.

Schedule of Events

Open House Weekend Outdoor Activities

You'll see why they call it "Paradise!"

Locals will be hosting guided hiking tour around Paradise Lake, accessible for all ages and fitness levels. While you're there, try kayaking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

You can also be one of the first people to explore Bille Park Trail - opening to the public during Open House Weekend!

Guide to Outdoor Activities During Open House Weekend

Everyone who visits Paradise and Magalia during Open House Weekend will get special opportunities to experience the natural beauty of our home. There are a number of exciting activities to be a part of throughout the whole weekend!

Kayak around Paradise Lake

ALL WEEKEND: Head over to Paradise Lake for a scenic kayak ride you'll never forget! Make your reservation here ($20) by noon the prior day, and pick up your kayak at boat launch #2. Reservations last for two hours & reservations times are 10am or 12pm.

Cost: $20
Time: 10am - 12pm or 12pm - 2pm
Location: Follow the signs once you reach boat launch #1 to the rental location

Celebrate National Trails Day at the new Bille Park lower trails

ALL WEEKEND: Take a stroll along the new trail at Bille Park, officially opening during Open House Weekend, and enjoy the views and new signage.

Cost: Free!
Time: 9am - 5pm
Location: 501 Bille Rd, Paradise, CA 95969
No reservation necessary

Orchard Walks, Outdoor Story Time, and Delicious Treats at Noble Orchards

ALL WEEKEND: Explore the lovely orchards and nursery, enjoy coffee & apple coffee cake, and bring the kids for an outdoor Johnny Appleseed story time - surrouned by real apple trees! The nursery and the historic stone building will be open for sales.

Cost: Free!
Times:
Orchard walks: 7:30am, 8:30am, 11:30am and 2:30pm
Coffee & apple coffee cake: 7-9am
Johnny Appleseed story time: Time TBD
Address: 7050 Pentz Rd. Paradise, CA 94965
No reservation necessary

See the best view in town at Butte Creek Watershed Lookout (our "Mini-Grand Canyon!")

ALL WEEKEND: Make sure to stop by the Butte Creek Watershed Lookout, featuring breathtaking views of the region.

Cost: Free!
Time: Dawn - Dusk
Address: 4117 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969
No reservation necessary

2 Ways to Play: Paradise Little League Skills Competitions

Attention families who love baseball: sign up for these free, fun events!

T-Mobile Home Run Derby (for little league players age 9-12)

Cost: Free!
Time: 10am - 12pm (home run derby), 12pm-2pm (Open Sandlot Play)
Location: 820 Buschmann Rd, Paradise, CA 95969

Explore Homes

The housing shortage doesn't exist up here. There are plenty of big lots with expansive yards & gardens, perfect for sustainable homesteading and for kids to run and play.

We'll have more homes to see than any other weekend out of the year!

Options at every price point will be available to tour throughout the community - no prior appointments necessary. Tour homes from nine different realtor organizations at your leisure.

Local Business Promos & Events

Many local businesses will be offering special discounts, giveaways, and promotions to visitors - just for Open House Weekend!

Get to know the friendly local shops and restaurants throughout Paradise and Magalia.

Curves

Meet staff in the parking lot from 10am-4pm! Schedule your free workout during Open House Weekend and receive a FREE Gift with Sign Up*! *Sign Up for a minimum of 12 months on our Combo membership. Download a Free Workout Flyer Here!
Time: 10am-4pm
Address: 6848 Skyway Suite G, Paradise, CA 95969

Deja Vu Gardens Galore Nursery

Free Wild Flower or Hollyhock seeds. Plus! Enter to win $1000 gift certificate to the Nursery by taking a survey. Nursery tours will also be taking place on the hour.
Time: 10am-4pm
Address: 5424 Foster Rd, Paradise, CA 95969

Paradise Grocery Outlet

Swing by for a giant outdoor sale to discover furniture for your new home and a variety of lovely plants.
Time: 8am-9pm
Address: 6800 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969

Paradise Stronger

Stop by to check out gym and community center. Participate in a class demo on Saturday from 10-11:30am.
Time: Sat.: 9am-4pm
Address: 6848 Skyway suite p, Paradise, CA 95969

Paradise Playdium

Open for fun and games all weekend long! Stop by for arcade games and axe throwing.
Time: 12-9pm
Address: 6800 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969

Snoop Sisters Vintage and More

Enjoy live music and enjoy some popcorn, coffee, and tea at this adorable boutique while you browse the vintage, antique, and collectable gift items. Plus - giveaways!
Tme: 10am - 8:30pm & 10am - 6pm
Address: 208 Pearson Rd. Paradise, CA 95969

Treasures from Paradise

Embark on an adventure of discovery at Treasures from Paradise! Delve into a true treasure trove, spanning two buildings and outdoor areas dedicated to collectibles, memorabilia, antiques, and locally crafted Paradise Ridge souvenirs and mementos.
Tme: 11am - 4pm
Address: 969 Bille Rd, Paradise, CA 95969

Meet and Tour Local Organizations

Open House Welcome Center

Meet with members from the Paradise Association of Realtors and the Paradise Ridge Chamber of Commerce. Stop by to learn about the community and all the Open Houses that will be available for viewing. If you miss them during the times below, not to worry they will also have a booth at Party in the Park.
Time: 10am-4pm
Address: 6848 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969 - Paradise Shopping Center

Paradise Art Center

Paradise and Magalia are home to a thriving arts community! Swing by to watch a live artist demonstration and enjoy the exhibition on display. While you're there, enter a special raffle just for Open House Weekend!
Time: 11am-5pm
Address: 5564 Almond St. Paradise, CA 95969

Craig Memorial Congregational Church

Stop in for service at 10am on Sunday!
Time: 10am
Address: 5872 Oliver Rd, Paradise, CA 95969

Paradise Grazing Festival - Butte County Fire Safe Council

The 3rd annual Paradise Grazing Festival is celebrating all things Goats! The event will feature: Goat Yoga, Story time with Goats, Craft and Food Vendors, Wildfire Safety Education, Herding Demo and more!
Time: 10am - 4pm
Address: 6626 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969 - The Terry Ashe Recreation Center

Paradise Irrigation District: Demonstration Garden

Learn about the best plants for landscaping and different ways to efficiently irrigate a garden and yard on the Ridge. Visitors can wander through the garden and get inspiration for their own homes with examples of various landscaping, like plants to encourage butterflies, pollinators and birds; and drought-and-shade-tolerant plants.
Time: Dawn - Dusk
Address: 6344 Clark Road, Paradise, CA 95969 - the north driveway to the Paradise Irrigation District office

Noble Orchards

Get your day started with coffee & apple coffee cake from 7-9am. Explore the grounds during Orchard walks at 7:30am, 8:30am, 11:30am and 2:30pm. Bring the kids over for Johnny Appleseed story time- Time TBD. The nursery and the historic stone building will be open for sales.
Time: 7am-4pm
Address: 7050 Pentz Rd. Paradise, CA 94965

Paradise Lutheran Church

Enjoy a light lunch and tour the lovely chapel and hall with commercial kitchen. The space is available for rent for many types of social events from "games day" to elegant wedding. All are invited to worship on Sunday at 10:15am. Paradise Lutheran Church-- Where ALL are welcome!
Time: 12pm-2pm
Address: 780 Luther Drive, Paradise, Ca 95954—next to Terry Ashe Park

Plantation Retirement Community

Learn about what is available to seniors in this safe, peaceful, scenic, gated community. The club house will be open with light refreshments and information.
Time: 10am-4pm
Address: 208 Berry Creek Drive,Paradise, CA 95969

St. Thomas More Catholic Church

Come join us for worship at mass on Sunday!
Time: 12pm
Address: 767 Elliott Rd, Paradise, CA 95969

Sunshine Assisted Living

Come check out what our community has to offer Seniors! Sunshine will be offering tours all weekend long!
Time: 9am-5pm
Address: 1468 Sun Manor, Paradise, CA 95969

Newly-Upgraded School Facilities

Paradise Unified School District (PUSD) has spent the past several years implementing a massive modernization project, with 21st-century classrooms to ensure all students on The Ridge have the tools and facilities they need to thrive and succeed. Stop by and see for yourself at the times and locations below
Time/Location:
10am -12pm: Pine Ridge School
10am -12pm: Paradise Ridge Elementary
12pm -1pm: Paradise High School
12pm -1pm: Ridgeview High School
12pm -1pm: Paradise Junior High
12pm -1pm: Paradise eLearning Academy

Churches, Social Organizations, and More

We know, it's scary moving to a new town where you don't know anybody. Luckily, making new friends in Paradise and Magalia is easy, thanks to the huge variety of clubs, causes, and social groups to be a part of (not to mention the friendliest neighbors you could ever hope to find).

Paradise Garden Tour

See the possibilities of what your home garden could be like on The Ridge during the annual Paradise Garden Tour.

Homeowners around town will put their creativity on display and show off their wonderful home gardens. Select homes will also have live music provided by the Paradise Symphony Orchestra, or a live painter from the Paradise Art Center!

Visit the Paradise Garden Tour Hub at 6585 Clark Rd during

The 2024 Paradise Garden Tour will be our 32nd annual event. Paradise homeowners have created some lovely outdoor spaces this year, each one an example of what can be done with imagination and passion. We're looking forward to showing them off to you! In addition to some wonderful home gardens we always have our popular Annual Plant Sale, and a Gardeners' Boutique of Fabulous Finds. Some of Paradise’s most experienced and informed gardeners are always on hand to answer your local gardening questions and to connect you to further resources.

Tour tickets are mere $20 (free to PGCI members!). They'll be available around town starting May 1st, 2024. You also can buy them NOW in our online Garden Shop for will-call at the Tour Hub. This year the Hub will be at 6585 Clark Rd. (the Cobblestone parking lot) in beautiful Paradise!