Holiday Special Events

In this time of limited gatherings and social distancing, we are pivoting to bring new kinds of special events, like virtual celebrations and drive-throughs, to engage and connect the community. 

When it's safe to gather again, you can bet we will be there with the full range of
in-person events and activities that you have come to know and love.

Holiday Home Decorating Contest Map is Out!

This year we had a 37 entries! Kudos to whoever can visit all of these amazing houses in just one night. Please remember to respect all traffic laws and show courtesy to residents and fellow contest viewers, as we expect extra traffic in these residential areas. 

Holiday Home

Winners map

Hometown Holiday Lights Drive-Thru Cancelled

Holiday Lights Cancellation




Santa's Holiday HotlineSantas-Holiday-Hotline

Call Santa's Holiday Hotline to hear a special greeting from Santa!

Santa's Hotline: 951-461-6086

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Parents are able to download the following letters from Santa for their kids!

Toy and Food Drive-Thru

food driveThe Parks and Recreation team will be on hand to take your donations drive-thru style on Saturday, December 19, 2020, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the Community Center, 41810 Juniper (enter off Adams).

Place your donated items in your vehicle’s trunk and enter the park at Juniper Street and Memorial Way. Pop your trunk when you stop at the donation point and staff will collect the items. 

All donated items will go to local food pantries for distribution to the Murrieta community. 

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