Last updated: November 11, 2024
Embrace the festive spirit in Menifee! Discover all the community-driven holiday events with our guide. For Menifee devotees and casual visitors alike, our guide illuminates the path to festive fun.
Popular during the holiday season is the Mission Inn Festival of Lights, where thousands of twinkling lights transform the iconic Mission Inn into a dazzling spectacle. Additionally, Winter Fest OC offers a winter wonderland with ice skating, snow play, and festive attractions for all ages. And the Merry Farm is something you definitely don’t want to miss, featuring themed holiday activities and seasonal treats. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Nation's largest holiday light collection with over 500,000 annual visitors.
The Mission Inn Festival of Lights is a spectacular holiday event featuring millions of lights, animated figures, and festive decorations. It includes live music, rides, and attractions, making it a popular destination for families and holiday enthusiasts.
Where: Riverside | More Info: Mission Inn Festival of Lights
Community tree lighting with synchronized countdown.
Join us at the Temecula Duck Pond for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, featuring festive music, tasty treats, and a visit from Santa Claus.
Where: Temecula | More Info: Christmas Tree Lighting
Twinkling lights and festive marchers in Old Town Temecula.
The Santa’s Electric Light Parade in Temecula features twinkling lights from decorated floats, holiday music from school marching bands, and festive marchers making their way through Old Town Temecula.
Where: Temecula | More Info: Santa’s Electric Light Parade
Community-driven holiday light and inflatable display.
Residents of Temecula can showcase their holiday spirit by decorating their homes with extravagant lights and festive inflatables. The event encourages creativity and community engagement as residents display their unique decorations.
Where: Temecula | More Info: Holiday Home Decorating Display
Holiday shopping with local vendors and festive activities.
The Menifee Hometown Holiday Festival is a community event featuring over 60 vendors, food and drinks, a visit with Santa, an Ugly Sweater Contest, and a Charity Toy Drive.
Where: Menifee | More Info: Menifee Hometown Holiday Festival
Community-driven marketplace with diverse vendors and live music.
The Temecula Sunset Market is a vibrant celebration featuring handcrafted, artisan, and vintage vendors, gourmet food, and live local music. It brings together the community for an evening of culinary delights, live entertainment, and unique local products.
Where: Temecula | More Info: Holiday Sunset Market
Meet Frozen's Elsa and Anna at this holiday shopping event.
Join It's Peachy at Promenade Temecula for a holiday market featuring 55 local businesses, DJ music, photo ops, and special guests Elsa and Anna. Shop for everyone on your list in a fun and family-friendly environment.
Where: Temecula | More Info: It's Peachy Merry Everything Holiday Market
Winter wonderland-inspired decorations and holiday activities.
Knott's Merry Farm transforms the entire park into a classic holiday festival with thousands of twinkling lights, miles of themed garland, and jumbo snowflakes. Enjoy Christmas shows, delectable holiday dining, and the Christmas Crafts Village.
Where: Buena Park | More Info: Merry Farm
Rich cultural tapestry of Mexican Christmas traditions.
Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande present Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico, a vibrant show weaving cherished Mexican traditions into a heartwarming story of the season. The event features the joyous rhythms of "Bells Upon Bells" and colorful Mexican dance, capturing the spirit of Posadas, the majesty of the Reyes Magos, and the thrill of breaking piñatas.
Where: Rancho Cucamonga | More Info: Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico
Live theatrical onboard entertainment with Santa and his helpers.
The Polar Express is a live production where passengers relive the classic holiday story aboard a slow-moving train. On board, guests enjoy hot chocolate, cookies, and a reading of The Polar Express. Santa and his helpers greet passengers, and each guest receives a silver sleigh bell as the first gift of Christmas.
Where: Perris | More Info: The Polar Express
World-class ballet performance with diverse cast.
Inland Dance Theatre presents The Nutcracker, a classic ballet featuring over 100 performers, including professional dancers and young artists, in a stunning production with elaborate sets and costumes.
Where: San Bernardino | More Info: The Nutcracker Ballet Performance
Santa's big entrance and the lighting of the Plaza Christmas Tree.
Join Santa Claus at Promenade Temecula-Plaza for a festive evening of holiday cheer, featuring live entertainment, community performances, and the lighting of the Plaza Christmas Tree.
Where: Temecula | More Info: Santa’s Arrival
Classic tale with musical elements.
Ebenezer Scrooge, a prosperous curmudgeon, is forced to confront his selfish ways when three ghosts lead him through his Past, Present, and Future on Christmas Eve. This adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic tale features music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Lynn Ahrens, making it a holiday tradition for the whole family.
Where: Temecula | More Info: A Christmas Carol
Interactive farm and garden workshops.
Winter Fest OC at the OC Fair & Event Center offers a variety of activities, including farm garden workshops, food preservation classes, and chocolate truffle making. The event features a working farm with animals and crops, as well as a veterans museum, making it an ideal destination for educational enrichment and family fun.
Where: Costa Mesa | More Info: Winter Fest OC
Snow play and train rides in a festive community setting.
The Festival of Winter at Miller Park Amphitheater features train rides, live entertainment, photo opportunities with Santa, and a variety of vendors and activity booths. Enjoy snow play and experience winter activities for all ages.
Where: Fontana | More Info: Festival of Winter
Unique holiday event with beautifully decorated trees and local artisans.
The Festival of Trees Holiday Fair at the Riverside Convention Center features over 46 beautifully decorated holiday trees, 50 local craft vendors and artisans, delicious holiday treats, free kids' activities, and local holiday dance performances. Children can create holiday cards and crafts to take home and visit Santa for a photo.
Where: Riverside | More Info: The Festival of the Trees Holiday Fair
State-of-the-art ice rink with rental skates and music.
Temecula On Ice features a state-of-the-art ice rink, rental skates, and a Bobby skating aid, all set to the best ice skating music. The event is open daily, including Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve, with special hours and fees.
Where: Temecula | More Info: Temecula On Ice
Dual countdowns with live music and kids' activities.
The New Year’s Eve Grape Drop in Temecula features live music, food vendors, and kids' activities. It includes two countdowns: an East Coast countdown at 9 PM and a West Coast countdown at midnight.
Where: Temecula | More Info: New Year’s Eve Grape Drop
Guided bike tour showcasing neighborhood holiday decorations.
Join fellow bike enthusiasts for a guided holiday bike tour through Temecula's neighborhoods, admiring dazzling decorations and festive lights while wearing your coziest holiday sweater.
Where: Temecula | More Info: Holiday Bike Tour
