Find AA Meetings in Riverside, California

Riverside, California AA Meetings

Riverside’s AA directory lists more than 60 in-person groups meeting across more than 35 locations around the city, plus roughly 9 groups that meet online. Use the filters above to sort by day, time, meeting type, or language.

The local meeting scene here covers most formats you’d expect from a city this size: discussion meetings, speaker meetings, Big Book study, step meetings, and a mix of open and closed groups. Riverside also has a meaningful number of Spanish-language meetings, and a smaller number of women’s, men’s, and wheelchair-accessible groups. An estimated 14.9% of Riverside adults report binge drinking (CDC PLACES, 2025 release), so if you’re rethinking your own drinking, you’re in large company here.

Snapshot of Riverside meeting types, counting both in-person and online groups (as of July 2026):

• In-person groups: 64, across 37 venues
• Online groups: 9
• Weekly in-person meeting times: 118
• Spanish-speaking: 8
• Women’s: 6
• Men’s: 7
• Wheelchair-accessible: 2

Counts change as schedules update, so treat this as a snapshot and the live list above as the current source. You can also see the fuller picture for AA meetings across California.

Your First AA Meeting in Riverside

If this is your first time, pick an open discussion meeting. Riverside has several, and they’re the easiest entry point: open meetings welcome anyone curious about AA, while closed meetings are reserved for people who identify as having a drinking problem.

At a typical meeting, someone reads a short passage, then people share their own experience for a few minutes each. Nobody is required to speak, and nobody is required to say “I’m an alcoholic” to be in the room. There’s no cost to attend. AA describes its only requirement for membership as a desire to stop drinking. If you want a walkthrough before you go, read what to expect at your first AA meeting, or look into the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions that come up often once people keep coming back.

Riverside’s AA Central Office and 24-Hour Helpline

The Inland Empire Central Office of Alcoholics Anonymous has served the Riverside and San Bernardino County area since 1962. The office fields calls from people looking for a meeting, a sponsor, or basic information about AA, and can help you find a group that fits your schedule or preferences. Sober.com is an independent directory and is not affiliated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services or the Inland Empire Central Office. Contact details, including office hours, are listed under Resources below.

Staying on Track Between Meetings

Many people pair meetings with the free Sober App. It tracks your sober days, what you have saved by not drinking, and milestones worth marking, which can help on the days between meetings. Check out the Sober App.

If You Need More Help Than a Meeting

AA is peer support, not medical treatment, and it isn’t designed to manage the physical side of quitting drinking. If you or someone you know drinks heavily every day, a medical assessment is worth doing before stopping, since alcohol withdrawal can become dangerous without supervision.

For Riverside County residents, Riverside University Health System’s Behavioral Health CARES Line offers a 24-hour assessment and referral line for substance use concerns; the number is listed in Resources. If you’re considering a higher level of care, Sober.com’s California rehab directory is a place to start. You can also reach the national FindTreatment.gov locator or call or text 988 for a mental health crisis line; both are listed in Resources below.

AA in Riverside: Common Questions

How much do AA meetings in Riverside cost?

Nothing. AA groups are self-supporting through voluntary contributions from their own members, not through outside dues or fees.

Do I have to call myself an alcoholic to attend?

No. AA’s only stated requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking, and open meetings in Riverside welcome anyone who wants to observe or learn more.

What’s the difference between open and closed meetings in Riverside?

Open meetings welcome anyone, including newcomers and visitors. Closed meetings are for people who identify as having a drinking problem. Riverside has both types.

Are there Spanish-language AA meetings in Riverside?

Yes. Riverside’s directory currently lists several Spanish-language groups. Use the language filter above to find one that matches your schedule.

Are there online AA meetings I can join from Riverside?

Yes, roughly 9 groups tied to the Riverside directory meet online, which can be useful if you can’t get to an in-person meeting or prefer to start there.

Are there women’s or men’s meetings in Riverside?

Yes. Riverside has a handful of women’s and men’s meetings. Use the meeting-type filter above to see current listings.

Resources

• Inland Empire Central Office of Alcoholics Anonymous. Serving Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. Office: 897 Via Lata, Suite A, Colton, CA 92324; (909) 825-4700; Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., Sat 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., closed Sunday. Accessed July 22, 2026. https://aainlandempire.org/
• Riverside University Health System, Behavioral Health. CARES Line (Community Access, Referral, Evaluation, and Support): (800) 499-3008, 24 hours a day/7 days a week for assessment and referral. Accessed July 22, 2026. https://www.ruhealth.org/behavioral-health/sapt/locations
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. PLACES: Local Data for Better Health (2025 release). Accessed July 22, 2026. https://www.cdc.gov/places/
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. FindTreatment.gov treatment locator. Accessed July 22, 2026. https://findtreatment.gov/
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988 (24/7).