Hanukkah Fests & Christmas Lights Displays 2022: Inland Empire

INLAND EMPIRE, CA — Keep the ho-ho-ho-ing going!

While several such holiday events as tree lightings and parades are over, festivities still abound for Hanukkah and Christmas 2022 throughout the Inland Empire.

The Jewish Festival of Lights begins Dec. 18, running through Dec. 26, while Christmas falls this year on Sunday, Dec. 25.

Peruse Patch's annual guide to menorah lightings, Santa stops, "Nutcracker" ballets, Christmas concerts and other holiday extravaganzas.

Do note: Always confirm with organizers that events are proceeding as planned when posted.

And Happy Holidays to all, from Patch!
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BANNING:

DEC. 16: Christmas Market Night, Tree Lighting & Snow Sledding. Downtown evening with inflatables, food & more.

DEC. 17: Banning Stagecoach Christmas Light Parade. Don't miss this!

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BEAUMONT:

DEC. 16-17: Dance Spectrum Studio Of Beaumont's 'The Nutcracker' - Held this year at Hemet High School Theater.

DEC. 17: FILL THE TRUCK for Carol's Kitchen. At Beaumont Grocery Outlet.

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CATHEDRAL CITY:

DEC. 20: Romance of the Holidays. Concert with holiday sweets & cocktail reception.

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CHERRY VALLEY:

THROUGH JAN. 8: 'Christmas Nights' Santa, Village & 1 Million Lights: 123 Farm-Highlands Springs Ranch. Wonderland with carriage rides, s'more firepits, festive food & more.

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HEMET:

DEC. 16-17: Dance Spectrum Studio Of Beaumont's 'The Nutcracker' - Held this year at Hemet High School Theater.

DEC. 17: Live Nativity & Festivity - Free Outdoor Event. Includes live, drama play & petting zoo.

DEC. 31: New Years Eve Party at Golden Village Palms RV Resort. With dinner buffet, live music, ball drop & more.

JAN. 7: Polar Plunge For Charity. Jump or slide into frigid waters at Diamond Valley Aquatic Center for a good cause!

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INDIAN WELLS:

THROUGH JAN. 1: 'Winterfest' Holiday Ice Skating Rink: Indian Wells Golf Resort. Outdoor setting decked with 32-foot Christmas tree & lots of holiday décor.
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INDIO:

DEC. 14-22: Irving Berlin’s 'White Christmas The Musical': Desert TheatreWorks. "DTW brings the merry with this musical stage adaptation of the beloved 1954 holiday film."

THROUGH JAN. 1: 'Magic Of Lights' Holiday Drive-Thru: Empire Polo Club. With illuminated tunnels, holiday scenes & a 32-foot-tall, animated waving Christmas Barbie, too!

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LAKE ARROWHEAD:

THROUGH JAN. 8: SkyPark At Santa’s Village Holiday, Ice-Skating Rink. With a myriad of festive activities.

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LAKE ELSINORE:

DEC. 15-30: Christmas City Markets- Festival of Lights. At Storm Stadium with Santa, inflatables, entertainment & more.

DEC. 17: Breakfast With Santa: Fire Station 97. Register online to save your seat!

DEC. 31: Kaz’s Rocking in the New Year Bash. Features dinner, bar, dueling pianos & party in the outfield.

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MENIFEE:

DEC. 19: Hanukkah Menorah Lighting & Gelt Drop From Fire Truck: Central Park. Free to all. RSVPs requested.

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MOUNT BALDY:

DEC. 18: Christian Hanukkah Service. "An interdenominational gathering open to all."

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MURRIETA:

DEC. 18: Murrieta Hanukah Menorah Lighting. Join three local congregations.

DEC. 23: Christmas Eve Services With Live Nativity & Free Petting Zoo. "Merry Christmas From Passion Life Church!"

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NORCO:

THROUGH DEC. 30: Illuminate Silverlakes. At sports complex with live entertainment, dining, holiday shopping, Santa & more.

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ONTARIO:

DEC. 16: Christmas Holiday Market & Toy Drive: Rodeo X. With 50+ vendors, food & Santa!

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PALM DESERT:

DEC. 16: Paper Poinsettia Workshop. Join Gina May, an award-winning paper flower artist.

DEC. 17: Merry Movie Nights: Gardens On El Paseo. With family holiday films & sights of snowfall.

DEC. 17: Breakfast with the Grinch. Tickets on sale.

DEC. 18: Merri-Achi Christmas: McCallum Theatre. A show of songs, dance & merriment!

DEC. 20: Jewish Heritage Night & Menorah Lighting: Acrisure Arena. Tickets on sale.

THROUGH DEC. 24: Photos With Santa: The Shops at Palm Desert. Advance reservations suggested.

THROUGH DEC. 30: 'WildLights' Holiday Lights Display: Living Desert Zoo. "Twinkling lights, dazzling light displays & holiday fun."

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PALM SPRINGS:

DEC. 15: PS Rewinds Not Another Christmas Movie: GREMLINS. At the Palm Springs Cultural Center.

DEC. 17: Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus 'Naughty or Nice?': Annenberg Theater. "A whole lot of fun for everyone who attends, whether you’re on nice list or naughty list!"

DEC. 17: Pied Piper: A Twisted Holiday Tale. "All-new retelling of the Pied Piper of Hamelin."

DEC. 20: Deserted Films: Holiday Oddities. "An evening of holiday-themed film oddities from decades past."

DEC. 22: PS Rewinds Not Another Christmas Movie: DIE HARD. At the Palm Springs Cultural Center.

DEC. 22: VillageFest Hanukkah & Menorah Lighting. Hosted by Chabad of Palm Springs.

DEC. 23: 'Snowtopia' Winter Wonderland: Air Museum. With 40 tons of real snow, crafts, hot chocolate, smore's & more!

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PERRIS:

THROUGH DEC. 31: 'Polar Express' Holiday Train Ride & Santa: Southern California Railway Museum. "Relive the magic of this classic holiday story with your family on a real train!"

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RANCHO MIRAGE:

THROUGH DEC. 16: Gelson's Markets Annual Holiday Toy Drive. Toys go to Children’s Hospital of LA, Toys for Tots, Unity Shoppe, Miracles for Kids, Miller’s Children Hospital & Barbara Sinatra Children's Center.

DEC. 18: 'Chanukah At The River' Menorah Lighting & Gelt Drop. Music, latkes, hot chocolate, donuts & more.

DEC. 23: Chanukah 'Lights & Latkes'- Space is limited, so book soon.

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REDLANDS:

DEC. 17: 'Wreaths Across America Day' Ceremony: Hillside Memorial Park. Annual, holiday event honoring our veterans.

DEC. 17-19: Photos With Santa & Spark Of Love Toy Drive. At Mountain Grove, Citrus Plaza.

DEC. 22: Hanukkah Menorah Lighting: Ed Hales Park. B.Y.O.M. - Bring your own menorah!

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RIVERSIDE:

THROUGH JAN. 6: 'Festival Of Lights': Mission Inn Hotel & Spa. Switch-on ceremony & fireworks are Nov. 25.

DEC. 17-18: Inland Pacific Ballet 'Nutcracker' - "Southern California’s most spectacular production of The Nutcracker."

DEC. 19: Chanukah Festival & Menorah Lighting: Historic Courthouse. Among largest in region with live music, traditional foods, entertainment & children's crafts.

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TEMECULA:

DEC. 15-JAN. 8: 'Temecula On Ice' Holiday, Outdoor Ice-Skating Rink. Open holidays, too.

DEC. 16-18: The Ballet Studio 'Nutcracker' - "Recognized in LA Times as one of best to see in Southern California."

DEC. 17: Holiday Honey 5k. "It’s not just a race, it’s a winter holiday experience."

DEC. 17-18: Christmas-Themed High Tea. A four-course, holiday treat!

DEC. 18: Chanukah Celebration. Menorah lighting, latkes & more at Lorimar Winery.

DEC. 18: Hanukkah Menorah Lighting: Duck Pond. Hot soup, latkes, donuts, friendship & community!

DEC. 19: Teen Program: Holiday Cookie Decorating. Register in advance.

DEC. 24: Christmas Eve Tea with Santa.

DEC. 31: Bad Chemistry @ New Year's Eve Grape Drop. In the 8:30-10pm time slot!

DEC. 31: New Year's Eve Party. Lorimar Winery event with dinner, DJ & ball drop.

DEC. 31: New Year's Eve Grape Drop: Civic Center. Community tradition with live music, food vendors & kid’s fun.

THROUGH JAN. 8: Peltzer Winery's Holiday, Outdoor, Ice Skating Rink. Event includes food trucks, hot cocoa, snacks & bar.

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YERMO:

DEC. 17: Flannel & Flapjacks With Santa Claus: Calico Ghost Town Regional Park. Enjoy flapjacks, phots with Santa, shopping & more.

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