A local's calendar, Temecula, Murrieta and Menifee
November in Temecula Valley
Harvest weekends in wine country, Veterans Day flags at the Duck Pond, and Santa's arrival in Old Town the night after Thanksgiving. Listed day by day, with the area above each event, and the military and veteran items marked so they are easy to find.
This Month, Day by Day
0 eventsTemecula, Murrieta and wine country, with a few Camp Pendleton and Pechanga items mixed in. Holiday programs in Old Town start the weekend after Thanksgiving.
Veterans Day is Wednesday, November 11
The City of Temecula's Flags of Honor program lines the Duck Pond with sponsored flags from Nov 2 to 16. If you want to sponsor a flag for a veteran or active-duty service member, the application is due October 23.
Murrieta has held its Veterans Day Parade at 10 am on Washington Avenue each year, ending at the Rotary's Field of Honor at Town Square Park. As of October 8 the city had not posted 2026 details, so check murrietaca.gov/Events. The City of Menifee posts its special events at cityofmenifee.us/specialevents.
Pechanga Pu'éska Mountain Day is observed each year on November 15. The City of Temecula had not posted 2026 details as of October 8.
Temecula · Duck Pond · Runs Through Nov 16
Flags of Honor for Veterans Day
On display Nov 2 to 16
Sponsored flags line the perimeter of the Temecula Duck Pond to honor active-duty military and retired veterans. Each flag is $30 and includes a personalized dedication card. Sponsor applications are due October 23. Apply at TemeculaCA.gov/Veterans.
Temecula Duck Pond · temeculaca.gov
Murrieta · Historic Downtown
Murrieta Market Nights
First and third Thursday of the month · also Nov 19
Local vendors, food trucks and live music in Historic Downtown Murrieta. The city's recurring schedule is the first and third Thursday, which makes this the first of two November dates. Confirm the hours with the city.
Historic Downtown Murrieta · murrietaca.gov
Old Town Temecula
Step Afrika!
Friday · check the theater for the show time
The opening night of the theater's Dance Series: high-energy stepping, rhythm and storytelling with audience participation.
Old Town Temecula Community Theater, 42051 Main St. · temeculatheater.org
Military Families · Camp Pendleton
Marine Corps Family Birthday Ball
Friday, 6 to 9 pm
The 4th annual family ball at the Pacific Views Event Center, with all ages welcome. Adults are $30 and children $15, and formal attire is required, with Dress Blue Alpha for Marines. It is listed for active-duty service members and their families, with tickets through Marine and Family Programs at 760-429-8363.
Pacific Views Event Center, Camp Pendleton · usmc-mccs.org
Wine Country
De Portola Wine Trail Harvest Celebration
Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm
Eleven wineries open their doors for small bites and some of Temecula's favorite wines: Somerset, Fazeli Cellars, Robert Renzoni, Altisima, Gershon Bachus, Oak Mountain, Leoness Cellars, Danza Del Sol, Frangipani Estate, Cougar Vineyard and Masia De La Vinya. Tickets are $89.99.
De Portola Wine Trail · deportolawinetrail.com
Pechanga
Ricky Martin at the Summit at Pechanga
Sunday · check the venue for the show time
A concert at the Summit at Pechanga Resort & Casino. This date comes from a ticketing listing, so confirm it with the venue before you buy.
Pechanga Resort Casino, 45000 Pechanga Pkwy. · pechanga.com
Murrieta
Temecula Valley Business Expo
Thursday, 3:30 to 7 pm
More than 100 local businesses, with free food and drinks. Free and open to the public, a good way to meet local owners and find a service you have been meaning to hire.
Murrieta Hot Springs Resort
Murrieta · Historic Downtown
Murrieta Market Nights
Third Thursday of the month
The second November date for the downtown market, with vendors, food trucks and live music. Confirm the hours with the city.
Historic Downtown Murrieta · murrietaca.gov
Wine Country · Galway Downs
SKECHERS Wicked Wine Run
Saturday and Sunday, Nov 21 to 22
Choose a 5K, a 1K wine walk, or both, then stay for the post-event party with a DJ and food trucks. Entries start at $39.
Galway Downs · wickedwinerun.com
Pechanga
Alfred Robles
Saturday, 8 pm
A comedy show at the Pechanga Theater. This date comes from a ticketing listing, so confirm it with the venue.
Pechanga Theater · pechanga.com
Old Town Temecula
Santa's Arrival
Friday, 6 to 9 pm
Walk over to Santa's cozy cottage as Mr. Claus arrives in Old Town for the season.
Pennypickle's Workshop, 42081 Main St. · temeculaca.gov/holidays
Old Town Temecula · Runs Through Dec 20
Santa Visiting Hours
Saturdays 10 am to 1 pm and Sundays 1 to 4 pm, Nov 28 through Dec 20
Photos and wish lists with Santa at his cottage on Main Street.
Pennypickle's Workshop, 42081 Main St. · temeculaca.gov/holidays
Temecula · Duck Pond
Christmas Tree Lighting
Monday, 7 to 8:30 pm
Festive music, treats and a visit from Santa at the Temecula Duck Pond.
Temecula Duck Pond · temeculaca.gov/holidays
Looking Ahead to December
Worth putting in your phone now.
- Friday Dec 4Santa's Electric Light Parade, 7 pm in Old Town Temecula
- Dec 5Menifee Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Bazaar at Mt. San Jacinto College, Menifee Campus. This date comes from a third-party listing, so confirm it with the city
- Through Dec 20Santa visiting hours at Pennypickle's Workshop in Old Town, Saturdays and Sundays
- Late Nov to DecTemecula Chilled, the month-long holiday celebration. It ran Nov 28 to Dec 31 last year, and 2026 dates had not been posted as of October 8
Questions People Ask
The short answers.
What is there to do in Temecula Valley this November?
The De Portola Wine Trail Harvest Celebration is Sunday, November 8, from 10 am to 5 pm. The SKECHERS Wicked Wine Run at Galway Downs is November 21 to 22. In Old Town, Santa arrives Friday, November 27, and the Christmas Tree Lighting is Monday, November 30, at 7 pm at the Duck Pond.
What Veterans Day and military events are happening in Temecula and Murrieta in 2026?
Temecula's Flags of Honor program displays sponsored flags at the Duck Pond from November 2 to 16, and sponsor applications are due October 23. Murrieta has held a Veterans Day Parade at 10 am on Washington Avenue in recent years, and 2026 details had not been posted as of October 8. The Marine Corps Family Birthday Ball at Camp Pendleton is Friday, November 6, for active-duty service members and their families.
When is the Temecula Christmas tree lighting in 2026?
Monday, November 30, from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Temecula Duck Pond. Santa arrives in Old Town on Friday, November 27, from 6 to 9 pm at Pennypickle's Workshop, and Santa's Electric Light Parade is Friday, December 4, at 7 pm.
Is there a harvest event in Temecula wine country in November?
Yes. The De Portola Wine Trail Harvest Celebration is Sunday, November 8, from 10 am to 5 pm, with eleven wineries pouring wine and serving small bites. Tickets are $89.99 and are sold through the De Portola Wine Trail.
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Dates and times come from the event organizers and do change. Check the event site before you head out, especially for anything ticketed. Calendar last updated October 8, 2026.
