The City of Menifee is kicking off the holiday season with three popular annual events including Xtream Light Fight, the Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Bazaar, and Breakfast with Santa.
Xtreme Light Fight – Starting Monday, November 28, residents can begin registering their masterfully decorated homes for the annual Menifee Xtream Light Fight sponsored by Mediacom. Categories include Best Theme, North Pole Neighbor, Inflatable Fun, Clark Griswold, and Community Favorite. Contestants can register online at www.cityofmenifee.us/specialevents. Entries will be accepted through Sunday, December 11. Residents will be able to vote for their favorites through an interactive map on the City’s website between Wednesday, December 14 and Sunday, December 18. Winners will be announced on social media and the City’s Special Events webpage on Monday, December 19.
Christmas Tree Lighting & Holiday Bazaar – The City’s annual tree lighting ceremony will take place on Saturday, December 3 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mt. San Jacinto College (28237 La Piedra Rd.). This year the City is providing enhanced experiences for the whole family including an enlarged snow zone, walking entertainment, and a train for families to ride. The event will also have multiple photo opportunities, including photos with Santa. This event is free to the public and will provide activities that the whole family can enjoy. Admission to the snow zone will be FREE with a donation to the Menifee Community Cupboard booth or with an unwrapped gift for Santa’s Workshop to be collected on-site by the Menifee Police Department.
Breakfast with Santa – Breakfast with Santa will be back at the Kay Ceniceros Senior Center (29995 Evans Road) on Saturday, December 10 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Each participant above the age of 2 is required to be registered, as space is limited and the price per attendee is $12. Registration is available at www.cityofmenifee.us/specialevents. All guests will be able to take a photo with Santa and participate in different activities and crafts throughout the breakfast.
For more information about City of Menifee special events, please contact the Community Services Department at www.cityofmenifee.us/specialevents, email communityservices@cityofmenifee.us, or call (951) 723-3880.