Seasonal & Holidays
See Santa's Electric Light Parade Winners: 2023
The City of Temecula announced this year's Santa's Electric Light Parade winners in multiple categories, with winners from across SWR.
TEMECULA, CA — The City of Temecula is proud to announce the 2023 Santa’s Electric Light Parade winners. City officials and residents from across Southwest Riverside County arrived to participate in and watch the annual parade on the first Friday of December.
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"Thanks to all who showed their holiday spirit and community pride while spreading light and cheer," a city spokesperson said.
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There were many unique and creative parade entries in this parade, making it very difficult to select winners in each category.
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Award Categories & Winners:
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- Animals: Temecula Valley Dachshund Club
- Autos: Inland Jeep Freeks
- Autos (Commercial): Rancho Water
- Band (Middle School): Dorothy McElhinney Middle School Crimson Colt Brigade
- Band (High School): Paloma Valley High School Wildcat Brigade
- Equestrian: Temecula Cowgirls
- Floats: Temecula Little League All Stars
- Floats(Commercial): Re-Bath Temecula
- Marchers: Temecula Valley High School ASB
- Specialty: Te Ori Mana Polynesian Dance Studio
- Religious: St. Jeanne de Lestonnac
- Overall: The Spirit of Great Oak Band & Guard
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For information on all upcoming Temecula Community Services Department events, activities, and programs, please visit www.TemeculaCA.gov/TCSD, and follow @TemeculaParksandRec on social media for updates.
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