What makes Funner, Funner.
Funner is a place where your wildest dreams dream. A place where the funless go to turn it all around and boredom is always beside the point. Home to Harrah’s Resort SoCal, Funner is more than a place, it’s a state of mind.
Top Five Things to Do in Funner.
Is Funner a real place?
Yes! The area located at 33 degrees 14’ 26” N, 117 degrees 00’ 51” W was officially and unanimously re-named by the Rincon Band of Luiseno Mission Indians as Funner, California on August 1, 2016.
Since that date Funner continues to prevail as the most fun city in the state of California, if not the entire United States.
Is there really a mayor of Funner?
Of course! Every city needs a leader. On May 18, 2017 David Hasselhoff took the Oath of Funner and was inaugurated as the first official mayor of this brand new city.
David Hasselhoff: May 2017 – 2019
The Hoff represented the “Funner State of Mind” that all guests can find when they visit Harrah’s Resort SoCal.
Rob Riggle: May 2019 – 2022
The Golden Age of Funner was rolled out when Mayor Riggle took his glorious place on the purple throne. He kicked boredom to the curb and encouraged all visitors to let their “Funner Flag Fly.
Jane Lynch: May 2022 – May 2024
By offering “Funner for everyone,” Mayor Lynch offered “Fun around every corner” and helped every visitor to Harrah’s Resort SoCal find their “Funner state of mind.”
TBD: May 2024 – 2026
From gaming to dining to live entertainment, Mayor Martin Short is going out of his way to make the already super-duper fun Harrah’s Resort SoCal even Funner. Check out his Mayor’s Choice dining specials at The Café, ‘ritas Cantina, Best of Cluck or Corner Counter, or swing by The Spa at Harrah’s to try a super quick, super fun, Short on Time special.
Another Funner, CA first, the Impressive Progressive is a way to win life-changing cash with one $5 bet. The first all-table jackpot in Southern California, each of our 60 Table Games offers a chance to spin the wheel and test your luck on a chance to cash in on the ever-growing prize.
Catch an encore.
The Events Center boasts Funner, CA’s largest stage. It’s the perfect place to workout your abs during a side-splitting comedy show or bang your head to an epic rock concert. With some of the biggest acts in music, comedy and more, there’s no better place to catch a crowdsurfer, catch a laugh or catch up with your friends alongside Funner’s finest entertaiment.
Keep the adventure going!
Located just a few short miles from the front door of Funner, CA Palomar Observatory is home to five telescopes and a world-class astronomical research center.
For hours of operation call:
760-742-2119
Harrah’s Resort SoCal has a partnership with 10 JC Golf, offering access to beautiful local links. Please ask your group sales teammate for a list of courses where your group can play.
Palomar Mountain State Park highlights the beautiful forests and mountain meadows of north San Diego County. Large pine, fir and cedar trees as well as numerous panoramic views make this park one of the few in Southern California with a Sierra Nevada feel. Grab the fishing rod, lace-up the hiking boots and bring the binoculars, there are tons to take in at this 1,862 acre state park. www.parks.ca.gov
Experience an African Safari just 20 miles from Funner, CA. This amazing adventure for any animal lover is a great group outing. For more info call: 760-747-8702
A body which is considered liquid gold in Southern California, since 1894, Lake Wohlford has held only local water and is named after one of the founders of the Escondido Municipal Water Company. Rent a boat, push off the dock and soak up the sun while you wait for the catfish to bite. www.lakewohlford.com
Take a drive to Bates Nut Farm to visit and feed their donkeys, goats, sheep, llamas, pigs, chickens and peacocks. Afterward, stroll through the general store for some snacks of your own. You’ll go nuts over the dates and pistachios, plus the homemade fudge is to die for. www.batesnutfarm.biz
Enjoy English High Teas and taking in the views of the rolling hills of lavender. Try your hand at a soap making class or join a tour of the property. There is even a shop where you can buy a little lavender something or other to take home with you. Needless to say, we think the color is pretty awesome too. www.kclfarm.com
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