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Events

Celebrate in the Murrieta Sunshine

Murrieta is home to a number of unique, lively and popular events that cater to a range of interests, cultures and passions. From September to March, Murrieta comes alive with family-friendly festivals, car shows, races and parades that celebrate everything from Irish heritage and cycling to American veterans. Round up the crew and enjoy any of these fun-filled events under the Southern California sun.

Rocktoberfest 2024

Date: Saturday, October 19, 2024, 12PM-10PM

Mark your calendar for Murrieta’s first annual Rocktoberfest! Enjoy a full day of rock bands, beer garden with extensive selection, German food, games and more!

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2024 Murrieta Rod Run

Date: October 11-12, 2024

Hosting 500 Classic Cars and more than 15,000 spectators annually, the Murrieta Rod Run has become the area’s finest car show!

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Cornerstone’s 1st Annual Wildomar Car & Bike Show

Date: Saturday, September 21, 2024, 10AM-3PM

Join us for the 1st annual Wildomar car & bike show on Saturday, September 21 from 10am-3pm! You’ll be able to see 7 different classes of cars and bikes, listen to live music, check out food trucks and local vendors, and even enter to win various raffle prizes. The event will have free admission and parking, and proceeds of the show will benefit kids and youth locally and in the Philippines. Hope to see you there!

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11 Upcoming 2024 Murrieta Events You Don’t Want to Miss!

Looking for some excitement and community fun in the gorgeous sun of Southern California? You’re in luck! From music festivals to wine tastings and everything in between, Murrieta offers up a yearlong lineup of events you don’t want to miss. Today, we’re taking a closer look at some of the events we’re looking forward to […]

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Temecula Valley CraftHop November 10-12

Join us this Veteran’s Day weekend for CraftHop, presented in partnership with Visit Temecula Valley. Enjoy specials and signature drinks from over 10+ area breweries and meaderies. Skip the driving–sign up for a discounted brewery tour or stay the night at one of our participating Murrieta hotels. Special Promotions: Comfort Inn Murrieta: 15% off their […]

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Concerts in the Park

Summers in Murrieta consists of days exploring in the sun and fun nights indulging in restaurants, breweries, wineries and more.

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SANTA IN THE CITY

It’s finally that time of year— Santa Claus has come to town! Kick off a season full of holiday magic with Murrieta’s very first Santa in the City event, which transforms various locations throughout the community into holiday havens. Each with Polar Express-themed experiences like visits with Santa, music, crafts, treats and more! Tell your kiddos to don their finest pajamas and join us December 5-9 for a week of festive family-friendly activities they’ll never forget.

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MURRIETA TREE LIGHTING AND CONCERT

Murrieta’s tree lighting ceremony is back, and better than ever! Meet us in Town Square before the ceremony for an evening full of crafts, character appearances, a holiday story reading, and more! As you’re dazzled by holiday cheer, enjoy the smooth festive tunes of a brass quartet and jazz trio at the nearby Town Square Park Amphitheater. At 6:30pm, the entire community will gather in the heart of Town Square as the city’s spectacular 40’ pine is lit up with sparkling lights and tinsel.

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Craft Beer Week
October 15 – 23

Craft Beer week returns October 15 – 23 where local breweries offer specials and collaborations throughout the week. Conveniently located in the heart of Murrieta, many of these independent and creative breweries are within walking distance from one another. Along with the specials throughout the week, join us for the annual Brew Masters Golf Tournament […]

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Concerts in the Park
July 2 – July 30, 2022

The City of Murrieta’s summer concert series is back with Concerts in the Park! Each Saturday in July, join the City of Murrieta from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Town Square Park Amphitheater for a fun outdoor concert. Admission is free and attendees are encouraged to bring folding chairs and blankets for seating.

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Tour de Murrieta
April 2 – 3, 2022

The Tour de Murrieta is one of California’s most prestigious race weekends, hosted right in the heart of Historic Downtown Murrieta. As an official USA Cycling event, the race welcomes some of the most competitive race teams in the state in a one-mile course through Downtown and a 3.5-mile circuit just outside the city.

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Murrieta Public Library Earth Day Celebration and Plant Trade
April 9, 2022

There’s no better way to celebrate Planet Earth than the Murrieta Public Library’s Earth Day Celebration and Plant Trade. Stop by for a day of plant trading (potted, cuttings, seeds, accessories and more), in addition to seed planting and kids’ crafts like rock painting, sand slime and Planet Earth art.

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Murrieta Spring EGGstravaganza
April 16, 2022

Celebrate Spring with a fun morning of egg hunting for kids aged 3-10! With different egg hunt times depending on age, and over 10,000 eggs to be hunted, this is the perfect way for your little ones to celebrate the season while having an absolute blast. Don’t forget a bag or basket!

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Annual Firefighter’s Barbeque
April 23, 2022

After a two-year hiatus, Murrieta Fire & Rescue’s Annual Firefighters BBQ is back and bigger than ever! Held in Murrieta’s Town Square Park Amphitheater, barbeque guests will enjoy a smoked tri-tip lunch, music, beer and wine garden, bag-toss tournament and vendors’ market. Attendees can also cheer on fire explorers from throughout Southern California as they […]

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Memorial Day Observance Ceremony
May 30, 2022

Join us in honoring the fallen during Murrieta’s Memorial Day Observance Ceremony, a tribute to the service persons who have selflessly laid down their lives to protect our freedoms.

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Father’s Day Car Show
June 18, 2022

If you’re looking for something fun (and free!) to do for Father’s Day, look no further than Murrieta’s Father’s Day Car Show. In addition to a showcase of the coolest cars around, the event will also have music, vendors and other fun for the whole family to enjoy.

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51st Annual Father’s Day Car Show
June 18, 2022

The Father’s Day Car Show is a great way to celebrate dads, grandfathers, and all father figures and promises a fun day for car enthusiasts. The Father’s Day Car Show will take place on Saturday, June 18 from 4 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at California Oaks Sports Park. Thousands of people are expected to attend […]

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Murrieta Birthday Bash
June 25, 2022

Join the City of Murrieta on Saturday, June 25, for its annual birthday bash! The event will take place from 2 p.m. until 9 p.m. at California Oaks Sports Park where you will enjoy a variety of exciting family-friendly activities including live entertainment, a firefighter’s hose down, delicious food vendors, and the eagerly anticipated fireworks […]

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Find so Much More in Murrieta

Outdoors
Outdoors

If you’re looking to get away from it all while breathing in fresh, elevated air, Murrieta’s pristine parks, reserves, lakes, trails and open spaces offer picturesque serenity that guarantees memorable moments.

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History & Culture
History & Culture

Celebrate Murrieta’s storied past and creative present with the Murrieta Valley Historical Society, Veterans Memorial or Murrieta Arts Council. Join a walking tour, immerse yourself in the arts or pay homage to our veterans.

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Food & Drink
Food & Drink

No adventure is complete without a good meal. Murrieta offers a selection of steakhouses, BBQ and internationally-inspired cuisine that pair perfectly with the region’s boutique wineries and unique microbreweries.

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