☀️ Summer Starts Here
Murrieta • Temecula • Menifee & Beyond
Whether you’re raising a family, enjoying the empty nest years, or somewhere in between,
discover local ways to enjoy summer in and around the Temecula Valley
QUICK GUIDE:
🎆 Summer Celebrations & Fireworks
🎵 Concerts, Markets & Movies
🎳 Family Fun
🚴 Biking Adventures
🥾 Hiking Adventures
🏖️ Beach Days
💦 Pools & Splash Pads
🍷 Adult Pool Days & Date Nights
🏕️ Camping & Weekend Getaways
🎆 SUMMER CELEBRATIONS & COMMUNITY EVENTS
June 27th
🎉 Murrieta 55th Annual Birthday Bash
📍 California Oaks Sports Park
Firefighter Hose Down, Live Music, Food Vendors, Kid Zone
🕔 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM, Fireworks start at 9:00 PM
MurrietaCA.gov
🎆 Menifee Independence Day Celebration
🕔 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Wheatfield Park
Menifee.CA.gov
July 4th
🇺🇸 Temecula Independence Day Parade
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Old Town Temecula
🇺🇸 Temecula Family Fun & Fireworks
🕑 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Ronald Reagan Sports Park
Temeculaca.gov
🎉 Lake Elsinore Annual 4th of July Fireworks & Party in the Park
Fireworks are launched from the T-Peninsula at 9PM
📍Popular Viewing Areas:
• Summerly Park
• Lakepoint Park
• Whiskers Beach
• Elm Grove Beach
Lake-Elsinore.org
🎆 Pechanga 4th of July Fireworks & Drone Show
📍 Pechanga Resort Casino, Temecula
🕗 Show begins at approximately 8:45 PM
Free public event featuring a spectacular drone show followed by a fireworks display.
Listen to the synchronized soundtrack on FM 103.3
Pechanga.com
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🎡 SPECIAL SUMMER EVENTS – Out of Area
🎡 San Diego County Fair
Through July 5
SDFair.com
🎭 Pageant of the Masters
Laguna Beach
FOAPOM.com
🎡 Orange County Fair
July 17 – August 16
OCFair.com
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🎵 FREE SUMMER CONCERTS
🎶 Temecula Summer Concert Series
📍 4100 Main St. (Civic Center Quad)
June – August – Thursdays at 7pm, get there early
TemeculaCA.gov
🎶 Murrieta Concerts in the Park
📍11 Town Square (Park Amphitheater)
July – August – Saturdays at 7pm, get there early
MurrietaCA.gov
🌙 Menifee Moonlight Market & Concert Series
📍 31166 Shire Horse (Centennial Park)
July 10 7:00PM -10PM
MenifeeCA.gov
🎶 Lake Elsinore Live at the Lakefront, Every Thursday in July
🕙 6:30 PM- 9PM
📍 Launch Pointe – 32040 Riverside Drive, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
Check the schedule here
Lake-Elsinore.org
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🛍️ MARKETS & MOVIES
Murrieta Market Nights
1st & 3rd Thursdays
Historic Downtown Murrieta
MurrietaCA.gov
Temecula Farmers Market – 3 Locations/ Days
Old Town Temecula – Saturdays 8AM – 12:30PM
Vail Headquarters – Tuesdays 9AM- 1PM
Promenade Mall – Wednesdays 9AM- 1PM
VisitTemeculaValley.com
🎬 Movies in the Park
Murrieta, Temecula, San Jacinto, Winchester & Menifee have movies put on at various Valley Wide Parks
June – Sep. starting at dusk, free popcorn and drinks while supplies last.
Gorecreation.org
Check city websites for additional Movies in the Parks.
menifee.ca.gov
Murrietaca.gov
Temeculaca.gov
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🎳 FAMILY FUN
🎳 Kids Bowl Free
Temecula Lanes
Register:
KidsBowlFree.com
⚾ Lake Elsinore Storm Baseball
Tickets:
Milb.com
🦋 Pennypickle’s Workshop
📍 Old Town Temecula
Looking for an indoor activity? This interactive children’s museum is packed with hands-on exhibits, science experiments
and creative activities designed to inspire curious young minds. A great option for families with children ages 3-12.
More Information:
Pennypickles.org
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🚴 BIKING ADVENTURES
Temecula Bike Trails
TVBikeCoalition.com
Murrieta Bike Trails
ExploreMurrieta.com
San Diego Bike Trails – Bayshore Bikeway, Mission Bay, Ocean Beach & more
SanDiego.org
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🥾 HIKING ADVENTURES
SW Riverside County
Santa Rosa Plateau, Ortega Falls,Santa Margarita River Trail,
and many other regional parks to explore. Did you know Riverside County
has a day use and regional parks pass -Free with your library card??
You can hike the Santa Rosa Plateau for free!
RivCoParks.org
🌳 Balboa Park, San Diego
65+ miles of trails
BalboaPark.org
🚠 Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
PSTramway.com
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🏖️ BEACH DAYS & COASTAL FUN
One of the best things about living in Southwest Riverside County is being just a short drive from the coast.
If you’re looking for a beach day this summer, these are a few of my favorite family-friendly destinations:
• La Jolla Cove – Tide pools, sea lions and incredible ocean views.
• Coronado Beach – Wide sandy beaches, gentle waves and beautiful views of the historic Hotel del Coronado.
• Torrey Pines State Beach – Stunning coastal scenery, hiking trails and one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in Southern California.
• Cabrillo National Monument – Explore tide pools, coastal trails and panoramic views of San Diego Bay.
• Encinitas – A charming beach town with great restaurants, shopping and family-friendly beaches.
🦈 Looking for something unique? Check the Grunion Run schedule and watch these fascinating fish come ashore on select summer nights.
CaliforniaBeaches.com/grunion-run-schedule
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💦 COOL OFF THIS SUMMER
When temperatures climb into the triple digits, there are still plenty of affordable ways to cool off around Temecula and Murrieta.
Here are a few local options for swimming, splash pads and family fun.
🏊 Temecula Community Recreation Center
📍 30875 Rancho Vista Road
Competition pools, recreation pools and family swim opportunities throughout the summer.
Cost: $1 Residents, $5 Non-Residents.
Find the hours online below
TemeculaCA.gov/TCSD
Temecula CRC Splash pad at the same location is a great place for younger children to cool off and burn off some energy on a hot summer day.
Temeculaca.gov
🏊 Margarita Recreation Center
📍 29119 Margarita Road
Features a heated zero-depth, wheelchair-accessible pool, splash pad and six-lane swimming pool.
Eagle Soar Splash Pad – Temporarily closed
Special Needs Family Nights are offered on select Fridays throughout the summer.
🍎 Free meals are available weekdays through August 7 for children 18 and under, as well as individuals of all ages with disabilities.
Meals are served Monday–Friday from 1:00 PM–2:00 PM while supplies last.
🏊 Vista Murrieta High School Pool
📍 28251 Clinton Keith Road, Murrieta, 92563
Affordable public swim opportunities for residents and visitors throughout the summer.
Cost: $1 Children, $2 Ages 13+ $3 Non-Residents
More Information:
951-461-6117
MurrietaCA.gov/aquatics
🏊 Valley Wide Aquatic Center
📍1801 Angler Ave., Hemet, by Diamond Valley Lake
Water slide, splash pad and a heated 25-yard outdoor pool with zero depth entry for small children
Cost: $2.00 ages 2 & younger, $8.00 ages 3-54, $7.00 ages 55 & older and Military, Increased cost on the weekends
See the times and prices online
gorecreation.org
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🍻 ADULT POOL DAYS
Looking for an adults-only pool day?
Check out Bottaia Winery in Temecula or Murrieta Hot Springs Resort for a relaxing day by the pool, great food, drinks and a little summer self-care.
🍷 Bottaia Winery
📍 35601 Rancho California Rd, Temecula
Poolside relaxation, wine, food and resort-style atmosphere. Free chaise lounge for members or $20-$40 for non-members.
Reservations Highly Recommended:
BottaiaWinery.com
♨️ Murrieta Hot Springs Resort
📍 39405 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd, Murrieta
Mineral pools, wellness experiences, spa services, and adults-only relaxation areas.
More Information:
Murrieta-HotSprings.com
🎰 Pechanga Resort Casino
📍 45000 Pechanga Pkwy #45000, Temecula
Resort-style pool complex, dining, concerts, entertainment, golf, spa services, and nightlife. Great for a date night, weekend staycation, or adults-only getaway.
Don’t miss the free 4th of July Fireworks & Drone Show beginning at approximately 8:45 PM.
More Information:
Pechanga.com
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🏕️ CAMPING & WEEKEND GETAWAYS
Looking to unplug for a weekend? Whether you prefer lakeside camping, beach camping, fishing, hiking, or simply relaxing under the stars,
there are plenty of great options just a short drive from Murrieta and Temecula.
🏕️ Lake Skinner Recreation Area
📍 Winchester
Camping, fishing, hiking, playgrounds and family-friendly outdoor recreation.
More Information:
RivCoParks.org
🏕️ Vail Lake Resort
📍 Temecula
Camping, fishing, mountain biking, hiking and family activities in a beautiful natural setting.
More Information:
VailLakeresort.com
🏖️ Carlsbad State Beach Campground
📍 Carlsbad
One of Southern California’s most popular beach campgrounds featuring ocean views, surfing and easy beach access.
More Information:
Parks.ca.go
⛰️ Palomar Mountain
📍 North San Diego County
Cooler summer temperatures, scenic drives, hiking trails and camping opportunities.
🔭 While you’re there, consider a visit to the Palomar Observatory for incredible views and astronomy exhibits.
More Information:
parks.ca.gov
🔭 Palomar Observatory
A fun family day trip with incredible views and astronomy exhibits.
More Information:
sites.astro.caltech.edu
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🗓️ STILL LOOKING FOR SOMETHING TO DO?
If all of these ideas aren’t enough, don’t worry—there’s always something happening in the Temecula Valley.
Whether you’re planning a date night, girls’ night out, live music adventure, wine tasting day, foodie outing, or just need a reason to get off the couch and mingle, this is one of the best resources I’ve found.
New to the area? Looking to meet people? Need a little fun in your life? This website can keep you busy almost every day of the week.
More Information:
VisitTemeculaValley.com
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