Winterfest Returns To Lake Elsinore Dec. 2

LAKE ELSINORE, CA — Lake Elsinore city officials released a sneak peek at this year's Winterfest celebration, promising a parade, tree lighting, entertainment and more. The three-hour celebration is set for Saturday, Dec. 2 at 4 p.m.

Here's info from the city about the event:

DOWNTOWN MAIN STREET
Unpack your winter apparel, bring your holiday spirit and join us for our annual holiday event.

OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS PARADE
Our 3rd annual parade will kick off our Winterfest event at 4:00 p.m. traveling from the corner of Heald & Main to Library & Main.

TREE LIGHTING
City Council Officials and our special guest SANTA will begin the countdown to the tree lighting at 6:00 p.m. at the Jingle Bell Stage located at the corner of Graham & Main.

STROLLING VENDORS
Over 50 vendors will be lined up along the parking stalls of Downtown Main Street with a variety to choose from! Vendors will include: glow in the dark items, handmade items, crafters, jewelry, art, bacon wrapped hot dogs, pizza, kettle corn, funnel cake, pozole, nachos, hot chocolate, local businesses, and non-profits providing free activities.

JINGLE BELL STAGE (Corner of Graham & Main)
Local middle and high school bands will be providing entertainment throughout the evening.

SLED RUNS
Free trips down the sled run will be offered on the corner of Limited & Main.

SANTA'S VILLAGE
SANTA will be available for visits and photos in the gazebo at City Park, 243 S Main after 6:30 P.M. Visit Santa's Village for free crafts, merchandise vendors and amusements that will be offered for a low-cost fee.

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED!
You can earn community service hours by volunteering at this year's event. Call Lolita Richards at (951) 674-3124 ext 290 or email her at lrichards@lake-elsinore.org.

CALL (951) 674-3124 ext 292 for more event information

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