Here's some fun holiday info from the City of Temecula:
There’s no place like Temecula for the holidays! The City of Temecula’s Community Services Department is partnering with the Old Town Temecula Association and Visit Temecula Valley for A Very Merry Temecula Christmas! Enjoy a special weekend of holiday cheer with these family-friendly activities in Old Town Temecula from WED, DEC 10 through SAT, DEC 13, 2025. Holiday Bites & Festive Sights | Wednesday, December 10 The celebration begins with
Holiday Bites & Festive Sights. Visitors can capture memorable photos amid Old Town’s holiday décor and enjoy seasonal menu offerings at participating restaurants throughout the district. Visit Season's Eatings at TemeculaChilled.com for a list of participating restaurants.
Shop Small, Shine Bright | Thursday, December 11 On Thursday, Old Town hosts the Shop Small, Shine Bright festivities with the following schedule: Old Town Temecula Boutique Crawl from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, guests are invited to explore local shops offering unique finds, exclusive promotions, and fun activities. Carolers will perform throughout Old Town from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm and again from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, bringing cheerful melodies to the streets. Santa will greet visitors from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Cookie Time at the Christmas Tree on Main Street begins at 2:00 pm, accompanied by holiday carolers.
Cruisin’ & Cocoa-ing | Friday, December 12 Friday’s Cruisin’ & Cocoa-ing event features a Lighted Car Cruise from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm, showcasing vehicles decorated in dazzling holiday lights as they travel down Old Town Front Street. Guests can enjoy complimentary hot cocoa at participating candy and coffee shops while supplies last. Carolers will also be performing from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, adding festive harmony to the evening.
Holiday Fun Unlocked | Saturday, December 13 The celebration continues Saturday with Holiday Fun Unlocked. The Kids Roll & Stroll takes place from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm, inviting children to decorate their wagons, bikes, trikes, or scooters and parade through Town Square Park. Santa will return to Town Square Park from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm for photo opportunities and holiday-themed activities led by local nonprofit organizations. Carolers will once again spread holiday cheer throughout Old Town from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
For more information about Temecula’s holiday events, visit TemeculaCA.gov/Holidays or OldTownTemecula.org. You can also follow @TemeculaParksAndRec on Facebook and