December 2025 Events in Murrieta, Temecula & Menifee

Murrieta & Wildomar Highlights

Murrieta and Wildomar (served by a joint Chamber of Commerce) have a full calendar this December. From new business ribbon-cuttings to the City’s magical Festival of Trees, there are opportunities for both professional networking and family fun.

Business & Networking Events

• Grand Opening Ribbon-Cuttings (Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber): Multiple ribbon-cutting ceremonies celebrate new or expanding businesses, each offering networking and community support – e.g. Mathnasium (Wildomar) on Wed Dec 3, BRIM Coffee (Murrieta) on Thu Dec 4, and a re-opening of The Divine Discount Thrift Store on Fri Dec 5business.murrietachamber.orgbusiness.murrietachamber.org. Later in the month, the Chamber will also honor Littlefield Physical Therapy’s 20-year anniversary with a ribbon-cutting on Wed Dec 10, and welcome Urban Air Adventure Park (Murrieta) with a grand opening on Fri Dec 12business.murrietachamber.orgbusiness.murrietachamber.org. (Purpose: celebrating local business growth & networking)

• December Networking Breakfast: Thu Dec 18, 7:30–9:00 AM at The Cove Bar & Grill (40675 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd, Murrieta). Hosted by the Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber, this morning meetup invites business members for casual networking over breakfastbusiness.murrietachamber.org. (Purpose: chamber networking & community connection)

• Lunch & Learn @ Coworking Connection: Tue Dec 2, 12:00–1:30 PM at Coworking Connection Murrieta (25185 Madison Ave). The coworking center is hosting a midday workshop designed to get business owners and entrepreneurs geared up to “do things right” for success in 2026coworkingconnection.com. (Purpose: business education & networking, held at a Coworking Connection location)

Community & Family Events

• Festival of Trees & Tree Lighting: Sat Dec 6, 5:00–8:00 PM at Town Square Park & Amphitheater (11 Town Square, Murrieta)murrietaca.gov. Kick off the season at Murrieta’s annual holiday festival filled with twinkling light displays, live music, a “Dessert Lane” of treats, and photos with Santa – culminating in the official lighting of the City’s Christmas tree (6 PM)murrietaca.gov. This free, family-friendly celebration invites everyone to enjoy the festive entertainment and holiday spirit. (Purpose: community celebration & holiday entertainment)murrietaca.gov

• (Additional Note: The Murrieta/Wildomar Chamber also recognizes local scholars at its Student of the Month breakfast on Dec 11, and the City of Wildomar is slated to host a Commercial Real Estate Meetup on Dec 25business.murrietachamber.org, though many will be observing the holiday on that date.)*

Temecula Valley Highlights

Temecula is alive with holiday spirit, offering an array of events from the glowing Santa’s Electric Light Parade to networking meet-ups for entrepreneurs. The City and Chamber of Commerce are hosting celebrations that cater to families, local businesses, and visitors alike throughout December.

Business & Networking Events

• Coffee Connection (Temecula Chamber): Fri Dec 5, 8:00–10:00 AM at Temecula Civic Center (41000 Main St, Temecula). Enjoy coffee and mingling with chamber members and like-minded professionalstrustedbusiness.partners. This free morning mixer is open to the entire business community – just bring business cards to share over casual conversationtrustedbusiness.partners. (Purpose: open networking for local businesses)

• Member Appreciation Night & Annual Meeting: Wed Dec 10, 5:30–7:30 PM at Europa Village’s Vienza Ballroom (41150 Via Europa, Temecula). The Temecula Valley Chamber’s year-end members-only gala thanks its supporters with an evening of camaraderie, wine and appetizers at a beautiful wine-country venuemembers.temecula.orgmembers.temecula.org. It’s a festive networking reception to recognize member contributions and toast to the year’s achievements. (Purpose: chamber member celebration & networking)

• “B.E.S.T.” Mixer – Building Elderly Solutions Together: Thu Dec 18, 4:30–6:00 PM at The Cheesecake Factory (40820 Winchester Rd, Temecula – at the Promenade Mall)trustedbusiness.partners. A specialty networking event for businesses serving the senior community, hosted near the Coworking Connection Temecula location in the mall area. Professionals can connect and collaborate on improving services for elderly clients. (Purpose: niche networking for senior-service businesses)

Community & Family Events

• Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony: Mon Dec 1, 7:00–8:30 PM at the Temecula Duck Pond (28250 Ynez Rd). The city kicks off December by lighting its Christmas tree in true Temecula style – enjoy live entertainment, holiday treats, and a visit from Santa as the Duck Pond park twinkles to lifethevalleybusinessjournal.com. (Purpose: community holiday celebration)

• Santa’s Electric Light Parade: Fri Dec 5, 7:00 PM start in Old Town Temecula. Temecula’s beloved annual parade will feature dozens of illuminated floats, vehicles, and marching bands decked out in lights. The procession begins at Jefferson Ave & Del Rio Rd and winds south through Old Town Front Streettemeculaca.gov – so bring blankets and chairs to watch the sparkle! This evening parade is a free, family-friendly tradition that truly makes spirits brightthevalleybusinessjournal.com. (Purpose: festive holiday parade & community tradition)

• “A Very Merry Temecula Christmas” (Old Town, Dec 10–13): A special 4-day holiday experience in Old Town:

  • Dec 10 – Holiday Bites & Festive Sights: restaurants offer seasonal menu specials while visitors stroll among Old Town’s holiday décor (great for photos)temeculaca.gov.

  • Dec 11 – Shop Small, Shine Bright: an Old Town boutique crawl (10 AM–7 PM) with unique local shopping and fun promotions, plus roaming carolers (afternoon & evening) and Santa greeting guests at specified timestemeculaca.gov.

  • Dec 12 – Cruisin’ & Cocoa-ing: a Lighted Car Cruise from 5:30–7:30 PM showcases cars adorned in holiday lights rolling down Old Town Front Street. Spectators can enjoy free hot cocoa at participating cafes (while supplies last), and carolers will fill the night with musictemeculaca.gov.

  • Dec 13 – Holiday Fun Unlocked: a family day in Town Square Park – kids can decorate bikes, wagons, or scooters for a “Kids Roll & Stroll” parade at 12:00 PM, followed by Santa’s return for free photos and kids’ activities from 1:30–4:00 PMtemeculaca.gov. Nonprofit groups will host holiday craft stations, and carolers serenade in the evening. (All events are free; Purpose: family entertainment, shopping local, and holiday celebration)temeculaca.govtemeculaca.gov

• New Year’s Eve Grape Drop: Wed Dec 31, 6:00–10:00 PM at Temecula Civic Center Plaza (41000 Main St, Old Town). Ring in 2026 at Temecula’s signature Grape Drop party! This family-friendly New Year’s Eve event features live bands, food vendors, and kids’ activitiestemeculaca.gov. An “East Coast” countdown happens at 9:00 PM with a spectacular illuminated grape cluster drone show dropping from the sky, so you can celebrate New Year’s twice (and still get the little ones home early)temeculaca.gov. (Purpose: New Year celebration with entertainment for all ages)

Menifee Highlights

Menifee is shining bright this December with community celebrations and business gatherings. The city’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Bazaar brings families together, while the Chamber of Commerce honors local businesses at its awards gala. There’s something for everyone in Menifee’s holiday lineup.

Business & Networking Events

• Annual Business Awards Gala – “Illuminate the Future”: Fri Dec 5, 5:30–9:00 PM at Fairfield Inn & Suites (30140 Town Center Dr, Menifee)menifeevalleychamber.chambermaster.commenifeevalleychamber.chambermaster.com. The Menifee Valley Chamber of Commerce invites the business community to a formal evening celebrating excellence. This ticketed gala includes a cocktail hour (5:30 PM), dinner, and awards ceremony recognizing outstanding businesses and individualsmenifeevalleychamber.chambermaster.com. It’s a night of inspiration, recognition, and networking with city and community leaders (black-tie optional). (Purpose: business awards, networking & celebration)

Community & Family Events

• Menifee Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Bazaar: Sat Dec 6, 4:00–8:00 PM at Mt. San Jacinto College – Menifee Campus (28237 La Piedra Rd, Menifee)cityofmenifee.uscityofmenifee.us. An evening full of holiday magic and family fun – join the community to take photos with Santa, play in real “snow” at the Snow Zone, and help countdown as the big tree lights up the nightcityofmenifee.us. The event features a community parade, live performances, kids’ activities, and a vendor marketplace where you can shop local craft and business booths for holiday giftscityofmenifee.us. Delicious treats from food vendors will be available as well. (Cost: Free; Purpose: family celebration, entertainment & shopping local)

• Breakfast with Santa: Sat Dec 13, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM at Kay Ceniceros Senior Center (29995 Evans Rd, Menifee). A cheerful morning for families to enjoy a pancake breakfast and meet Santa Claus. Three seating times are offered – 8:00 AM, 9:15 AM, and 10:30 AMcityofmenifee.us – to ensure every family gets quality time with Santa for photos and holiday wishes. (Purpose: family holiday activity & community fun)

• Mighty Me Holiday Party: Sat Dec 13, 1:00–3:00 PM at Kay Ceniceros Senior Center. After breakfast, the holiday fun continues in the afternoon with the “Mighty Me” Holiday Party – a festive gathering aimed at children of all abilities. There will be games, crafts, and holiday treats in an inclusive, sensory-friendly environment (hosted by Menifee’s community services). (Purpose: youth holiday celebration & inclusive community event)

• Menorah Lighting Ceremony: Tue Dec 16, 5:30–7:00 PM at Lazy Creek Park (26480 Lazy Creek Rd, Menifee)cityofmenifee.us. Menifee will celebrate the Hanukkah season with a public menorah lighting. Families of all faiths are welcome to share in this cultural experience featuring traditional blessings and community togetherness as the menorah’s candles are lit. (Purpose: cultural celebration & community unity)

• Santa’s Workshop Ribbon Cutting: Fri Dec 19, 3:30 PM at 23757 Canyon Heights Dr, Menifee. Come celebrate a special Santa’s Workshop opening! The Chamber will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony to mark the launch of this festive pop-up venuemenifeevalleychamber.chambermaster.com. Attendees can enjoy some holiday fun – be the first to tour Santa’s Workshop after the ribbon is cut, and perhaps catch Santa or his elves on site. (This short afternoon event is a great warm-up to your weekend, and also doubles as a Chamber welcome to a new community attraction.)menifeevalleychamber.chambermaster.commenifeevalleychamber.chambermaster.com (Purpose: community celebration, family fun & Chamber support for a new local event space – held near a local Coworking Connection area)

Happy Holidays to all! Whether you’re networking over coffee, shopping for local gifts at a bazaar, or cheering at a parade, the Murrieta-Temecula-Menifee region offers plenty of festive activities for businesses, families, and neighbors to enjoy throughout December 2025. Enjoy the season’s events, and don’t forget to support the local businesses that make these community celebrations possiblemurrietaca.govthevalleybusinessjournal.com.

– Merry Christmas and Happy New Year From The Coworking Connection Team