City of Hemet - Annual Events
 
 
 
Annual Events
This is a listing of annual, season events tat take place in our valley.
 
  MARCH
 
 
 
 
 

YEAR AROUND


LAWN BOWLING

Meet local folks and international visitors enjoying an afternoon game of lawn bowling.  Games are played on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday at1pm. Join us at the Hemet-Joslyn Lawn Bowls Club, 2625 West Devonshire, Hemet. For more information regarding free lessons call Rob Robbins - 951-652-0981.

Lawn Bowling


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QUILTER'S SHOW

The last weekend in January brings a delightful display of quilts and a number of quilting supply vendors to the Valley Wide Recreation Center. (951) 654-1505

Quilter's Show

WINTER VISITOR RECEPTION

During the winter months the Tourism Council sponsors receptions to welcome our visitors who spend the winters in Hemet to enjoy the mild winter climate.  951-765-2537 or toll free 1-888-55 Hemet.


PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL

An annual event focusing on cinematic styles and accomplishments.  Five days of premieres and celebrities. (760) 322-2930 or the Palm Springs International Film Festival Website.

Palm Springs International Film Festival

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WINTER VISITOR RECEPTION

During the winter months the Tourism Council sponsors receptions to welcome our visitors who spend the winters in Hemet to enjoy the mild winter climate.  951-765-2537 or toll free 1-888-55 Hemet.


RIVERSIDE COUNTY FAIR &
NATIONAL DATE FESTIVAL

Camel and ostrich races, Arabian Nights Pageant, arts and crafts, gem and mineral show, commercial exhibits, home arts, exotic foods and much, much more.   Indio Chamber of Commerce (760) 347-0676 or Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival Website.

National Date Festival

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RAMONA COUNTRY WOODCARVERS SHOW

Valley Wide Regional Park  (951) 654-1505

Ramona Country Woodcarver's Show

WINTER VISITOR RECEPTION

The Tourism Council welcomes winter visitors. 951-765-2537 or toll free 1-888-55 Hemet.


SPRING GALA PERFORMANCES

Mixed bill performances by the Repertoire Riverside Ballet Theater.  (951) 787-7850


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RAMONA OUTDOOR PAGEANT

A romance of early California.  Utilizing an entire mountain-side as a stage, the poignant love story of Ramona and her Indian hero, Alessandro, has a cast of more than 350.  The play's worldwide fame has attracted an audience of nearly 2 million during the seven decades that it has annually been staged. Its beauty is unparalleled.  A fascinating journey into the California yester-year.  800-645-4465 or visite the Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre Website

"Ramona"

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BALLOON & WINE FESTIVAL

Festivities include the ascension of an assortment of 60 hot air balloons, champagne balloon flights at dawn, a fine wine exhibit, country fair, jazz entertainment and children's activities.  This event is to take place on the weekend of which the last Saturday in April falls.  Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce.  (951) 676-4713 or visit the Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival Website.

Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival

CHERRY FESTIVAL

Cherry Valley Chamber of Commerce (951) 845-8466

Cherry Festival


PERRIS VALLEY ART FESTIVAL

City of Perris Chamber of Commerce (951) 657-3555


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LAKE ELSINORE MINI-GRAND PRIX

Historic downtown Lake Elsinore (951) 245-8848


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INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE, FESTIVITIES IN THE PARK AND FIREWORKS (July 4th Celebrations)

Valley Wide Recreation Center. (951) 654-1505

Independence Day Celebration

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CAT SHOW

For  information contact Valley Wide  (951) 654-1505


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OLDLYMPICS

A great sporting event for seniors 55 or older!  Competition includes bridge, horseshoe toss, swimming, track and field events, and much more!  For more information please call (951) 487-9234

"Oldlympics"

MORONGO POW WOW

The inter-tribal celebration of Native American culture brings dancers of all ages, dressed in fine regalia, dancing to native drums and singing.  Vendors selling everything from silver jewelry to arts and crafts and clothing to ethnic foods add to the celebration of our Native American peoples.  Morongo Casino (951) 849-3080


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BANNING STAGECOACH DAYS

Hollywood celebrities, rodeo, dancing, lots of food and carnival fun.  For more information call the Banning Chamber of Commerce (951) 849-4695


Southern California Fair

Located at the Lake Perris Farigrounds.  Includes carnival attractions, local exhibits, livestock, food, commercial vendors, motorized events & headliner concerts.  For more information call (951) 657-4221.


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FALL FESTIVAL

At the Valley Wide Regional Park, San Jacinto (951) 654-1505


DECEMBER back to top

CHRISTMAS PARADE

Downtown Hemet. For more information call (951) 765-3809


TINSEL TRIATHLON

Central County United Way - (951) 929-9691


TRAIN RIDES WITH SANTA

Orange Empire Railway Museum, Perris. (951) 657-2605

 

 

City of Hemet
Hours:  Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. except holidays

City of Hemet - 445 E. Florida Ave. Hemet, CA 92543

Phone: (951) 765-2300
Fax: (951) 765-3785
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