2013 Seasonal Fests, Festivals, and Special Events in Temecula Southern California Wine Country

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:

Kimberly Adams, President and CEO

Temecula Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau

951/491-6085, Kimberly@TemeculaCVB.com

2013 Seasonal Fests, Festivals, and Special Events in

Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

TEMECULA VALLEY Southern California Wine Country – With natural gifts of climate and geography, and bolstered by Pu’eska Mountain, the Rainbow Gap, and Margarita Gap, casual, picturesque Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country shares the richness of the valley with 2013 seasonal fests, festivals, and special events. Celebrated daily with the sunny, relaxed spirit that is synonymous with Southern California, each season has its distinctive splendor. Throughout the year, Downtown Old Town Temecula, Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country, and Pechanga Resort & Casino welcome visitors with a unique variety of events. For the most robust experiences, visitors arrive days before festivals and events begin and extend their stay after. Special, midweek (better-than-weekend) hotel-motel-resort guestroom rates (Sunday-through-Thursday) provide appealing savings that can become resources for additional activities (hot-air-balloon flights, winery tour-and-tastings, golf) and for purchases of Temecula Valley goodness and greatness (premium, varietal wines and proprietary blends; artisan foods). The popular, boutique destination is 1-hour from San Diego, Orange County, and Palm Desert; 1½-hours from Los Angeles.

*Winterfest January-February 2013

CELEBRATED DAILY, THROUGHOUT JANUARY & FEBRUARY

Mostly sunny days make for panoramic views of snow-capped mountains that often semi-circle the valley. Early mornings are cool; days tend to warm by noon. Visitors find this an ideal time for experiencing the unique synergy of people and place, and the inviting nature of Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country.

January 1-31, 2013 (January 1 through 31)

California Restaurant Month – Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country style!

restaurantmonth.org

With a genuine appreciation for this casual, picturesque land of food and wine, Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country celebrates California Restaurant Month by offering deliciously discounted dining including prix fixe lunch and dinner menus. Top restaurants in Downtown Old Town Temecula, Uptown Temecula, at Promenade Temecula, in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country, along Temecula Parkway, and at Pechanga Resort & Casino feature special menus at attractive prices, daily throughout January.

January 5-12-19-26, and February 2-9-16-23, 2013 (every Saturday morning)

Old Town Temecula California-Certified Farmers Market

760/728-7343; myfarmersmarkets.com

The outdoor atmosphere is festive, Saturday mornings (8am-12:30pm) at the Old Town Temecula California-Certified Farmers Market (6th Street between Old Town Front and Mercedes). Local farmers, growers, and artisan food purveyors converse with shoppers amidst displays of a bounty of fresh, seasonal, fruits and vegetables (organic, exotic, and conventional), artisan foods, fresh baked-goods, cut-flowers (exotic and conventional), and house-and-garden plants (native, exotic, and conventional). Visitors and locals alike fill their shopping bags with avocados and citrus year-round, and seasonal specialties like cherimoyas in January and February.

February 1-28, 2013 (throughout the month of February)

28 Days of Romance in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

visittemecula.org

Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country celebrates romance daily throughout February. Enjoy activities and celebrations in Downtown Old Town Temecula, Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country, and at Pechanga Resort & Casino. Tempting hotel-motel-resort packages and shared experiences like romantic dining, spa treatments, and hot air balloon flights make beautiful Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country a favorite destination for couples throughout February.

February 17, 2013

Pechanga Wedding Expo

951/693-1819; pechanga.com

An array of vendors (wedding coordinators, photographers, florists, bakeries, DJs, and more) and a bridal fashion show including me’s formal wear highlight this event that helps make wedding dreams come true.

*Springfest 2013

CELEBRATED DAILY, MARCH 1 TO MAY 31

Temecula Valley awakens in spring. Wildflowers blossom, wild lilac blooms, and grapevines’ plump green buds thrive. Visitors enjoy vibrant fun and excitement at genuinely inspired events.

March 2-3, 2013 (first full Saturday-Sunday in March)

World of Wine Winter Barrel Tasting in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

951/699-6586; temeculawines.org

A self-guided, Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country weekend tour to 30+ wineries provides exclusive barrel, tank, and/or bottle, varietal wines, plus perfect food pairings in unique, Temecula style.

March 2-9-16-23-30, April 6-13-20-27, and May 4-11-18-25, 2013 (every Saturday morning)

Old Town Temecula California-Certified Farmers Market

760/728-7343; myfarmersmarkets.com

The outdoor atmosphere is festive, Saturday mornings (8am-12:30pm) at the Old Town Temecula California-Certified Farmers Market (6th Street between Old Town Front and Mercedes). Local farmers, growers, and artisan food purveyors converse with shoppers amidst displays of a bounty of fresh, seasonal, fruits and vegetables (organic, exotic, and conventional), artisan foods, fresh baked-goods, cut-flowers (exotic and conventional), and native and exotic plants. Visitors and locals alike fill their shopping bags with avocados and citrus year-round, and the season’s finest like fresh-picked strawberries in spring.

March 8-9, 2013 (second Friday-Saturday in March)

Old Town Temecula Spring Rod Run

rodruntemecula.com

Hundreds of the West Coast’s finest, pre-1974 vehicles and ten-of-thousands of auto enthusiasts converge for ‘Friday Night Cruise’ (autos roam and show their stuff) and ‘Saturday Show and Shine’ (get a close-up look at the freshly detailed, polished beauties) in Old Town Temecula.

March 15-16-17, 2013 (third full Friday-Saturday-Sunday in March)

Old Town Temecula Bluegrass Festival

temeculacalifornia.com, cityoftemecula.org

The hip and historic, Old Town Temecula, 12-block district, and Old Town Temecula Community Theater are jubilant with concerts, jam sessions, and renowned fiddling bands.

March 22-23, 2013

Chocolate Decadence & Pechanga Wine Festival

951/693-1819; pechanga.com

Friday night offers sparkling and dessert wines, chocolates, and pastries. Saturday afternoon features hundreds of fine vintages and a variety of distinguished cuisine from Pechanga Resort & Casino’s renowned restaurants.

March 31, 2013

Easter in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

visittemecula.org, temeculawines.org, pechanga.com

From Downtown Old Town Temecula to Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country and Pechanga Resort & Casino, special menus and special events make for a memorable Easter Sunday with family and friends. Stay over Sunday-through-Thursday and enjoy special, midweek (better-than-weekend) hotel-motel-resort rates.

April 5-6-7, 2013

Reality Rally Temecula Valley

realityrally.com

Featuring more than 100 reality stars teamed up with the public, the adventurous “Amazing Race” style, scavenger-hunt event has checkpoints in Downtown Old Town Temecula and Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country, and fun events non-participants can attend.

DATE is TBD ~ Tentatively April 27, 2013

Taste of Temecula Valley in Downtown Old Town Temecula

tvfee.org

A unique and fun opportunity to taste dozens of samplings and offerings from Temecula Valley restaurants and food artisans, local wineries, and craft breweries. With the California Mission Revival-style Civic center as a backdrop and live entertainment featured throughout the day, the setting is hip and historic, Downtown Old Town Temecula’s Town Square.

May 4, 2013

Temecula Wine & Music Festival

951/696-0184; temeculawineandmusicfestival.com

At Vail Lake Resort with its ranch-like setting, ancient oaks, and natural chaparral – a grand mix of pop, jazz, and R&B artists provide a medley of musical entertainment. Meanwhile gracious and talented Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country vintners provide a unique tasting experience of award-winning varietals and blends.

May 12, 2013

Mother’s Day in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

visittemecula.org, temeculawines.org, pechanga.com

From Downtown Old Town Temecula to Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country and Pechanga Resort & Casino, special menus and special events make for a memorable Mother’s Day with family and friends. Stay over Sunday-through-Thursday and enjoy special, midweek (better-than-weekend) hotel-motel-resort rates.

DATES are TBD ~ Mid-May to Mid-June 2013

Temecula Lavender Company ~ Lavender Field-in-Bloom

951/676-1931; temeculalavenderco.com

Family-owned-and-operated Temecula Lavender Company handcrafts pure-ingredient, quality, products inspired by the herb of peace, purification, sleep, and longevity. The establishment’s friendly boutique in Old Town Temecula features locally grown-and-produced pure, natural, and healthful lavender products for the bath, body, and home. Temecula Lavender Company’s 1-acre lavender field adjoins the family’s merlot vineyards and is located beside the Santa Gertrudis Creek in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country. On select weekend dates, visitors may stroll and admire the lavender in-bloom, sample lavender cookies and lavender lemonade, and shop the lavender farm-stand for bouquets of fresh lavender, and other products.

May 18-19, 2013 (third full Saturday-Sunday in May)

Old Town Temecula Western Days & Chili Cookoff

temeculacalifornia.com, cityoftemecula.org

Beginning in 1849 with the California Gold Rush and into the 1960s, Temecula’s Old West lifestyle flourished. Old Town Temecula Western Days weekend harkens back to the settlement’s historic, stagecoach, and cattle-ranch, glory days with a high-noon bank robbery and shoot-out on Saturday and Sunday, Old West portrayals, Western music, calf-roping instruction, and stagecoach rides. The weekend includes a tasty ICS (International Chili Society) Chili Cookoff on Sunday.

*Summerfest 2013

CELEBRATED DAILY, MAY 31 TO LABOR DAY

Pacific breezes cool sunny, warm afternoon; stars fill the night skies; and ocean fog and mist lightly drape early mornings. The casual, friendly, good fun of summer is celebrated daily and nightly in the Temecula Valley.

May 31 and June 1-2, 2013 (traditionally the first Friday-Saturday-Sunday in June)

Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival

951/676-6713; tvbwf.com

Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country’s most popular, colorful signature event attracts 40,000 attendees over 3 days at Lake Skinner. The festival features dramatic, evening, hot air balloon glows and awe-inspiring, morning, balloon ascensions; tastings of the valley’s awarding winning wines; tethered, hot air balloon rides; food and wine pairing; arts and crafts; plus an impressive line-up of live music and entertainment.

June 1-8-15-22-29, July 6-13-20-27, and August 3-10-17-24-31, 2013 (every Saturday morning)

Old Town Temecula California-Certified Farmers Market

760/728-7343; myfarmersmarkets.com

The outdoor atmosphere is festive, Saturday mornings (8am-12:30pm) at the Old Town Temecula California-Certified Farmers Market (6th Street between Old Town Front and Mercedes). Local farmers, growers, and artisan food purveyors converse with shoppers amidst displays of a bounty of fresh, seasonal, fruits and vegetables (organic, exotic, and conventional), artisan foods, fresh baked-goods, cut-flowers (exotic and conventional), and house-and-garden plants (native, exotic, and conventional). Visitors and locals alike fill their shopping bags with avocados and citrus year-round, and the season’s finest like peaches, apricots, plums, and other stonefruit; sweet white corn; tomatoes, cucumbers, and eggplant in summer.

June 16, 2013

Father’s Day in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

visittemecula.org, temeculawines.org, pechanga.com

From Downtown Old Town Temecula to Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country and Pechanga Resort & Casino, special menus and special events make for a memorable Father’s Day with family and friends. Stay over Sunday-through-Thursday and enjoy special, midweek (better-than-weekend) hotel-motel-resort rates.

June 21-22-23, 2013 (Friday-Saturday-Sunday after Father’s Day)

Old Town Temecula Street Painting & Plein Air Festival

temeculacalifornia.com, cityoftemecula.org

Witness grand performance art in progress as 100+ artists create black-and-white at night, and vibrantly colorful 10-foot by 12-foot murals (originals as well as classics of the masters) on asphalt. Meanwhile, plein air artists paint alfresco on traditional canvases. Also on-site at Temecula Town Square is the Temecula Art Experience with dozens of exhibits and booths. Music inspires creativity and a festive atmosphere.

June 22, 2013

Pechanga Competitive Barbecue Festival

951/693-1819; pechanga.com

Competing BBQ teams season, sizzle, and slice beef, chicken, and pork; attendees get to taste.

DATES are TBD ~ June 31 and July 1-2 *OR* July 5-6-7, 2013

Pechanga Pow Wow

951/693-1819; pechanga.com

Experience authentic native culture as thousands from throughout the Americas celebrate their heritage with Native American dancing, drumming, and performances. Saturday night features an amazing fireworks display against the majestic mountains.

July 4, 2013 (morning of July 4)

Star-Spangled 4th of July Parade in Downtown Old Town Temecula

cityoftemecula.org

With untouched, sage-covered hills as a backdrop, patriotic equestrians, marchers, and floats travel hip and historic, Downtown’s Old Town Front Street.

July 4, 2013 (night of July 4)

4th of July Fireworks Extravaganza

cityoftemecula.org

The casual, picturesque valley of rolling hills and a musical simulcast contribute to the memorable fun and excitement of the annual, spectacular, fireworks display.

July 5-12-19-26, and August 2-9-16-23-30, 2013

(Fridays, after July 4 through Labor Day weekend)

Hot Summer Nights in Downtown Old Town Temecula

temeculacalifornia.com, cityoftemecula.org

Well-loved, live bands (blues, tribute bands, reggae, Cajun/zydeco, ska, beach, big band, alternative rock, country) play Friday nights (6pm-10pm) on patios and special stages throughout Old Town Temecula. Live music provides a great soundtrack for shopping in Old Town’s specialty stores and dining in Old Town’s restaurants, bistros, and cafés.

July 13, 2013

Pechanga Microbrew Festival & Chili Cook-off

951/693-1819; pechanga.com

Dozens of locally recognized breweries are represented in this annual festival that includes a chili cook-off competition among the highly regarded chefs from Pechanga’s premier restaurants. Attendees savor microbrews and sample chili to a background of live music and entertainment.

*Autumnfest 2013

CELEBRATED DAILY, LABOR DAY TO THANKSGIVING DAY

With golden sunny days and star-filled nights, festive and friendly Temecula Valley autumn abundance includes a bounty of robust experiences. As the weather cools, vineyard leaves change colors: golden to orange and red.

September 1-30, 2013 (throughout the month of September)

California Wine Month – Temecula style! in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

951/699-6586; temeculawines.org

Tour, taste, dine, picnic, enjoy special harvest events, and toast gracious Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country winemaking families and talented winemakers during California Wine Month. Special SIP passports enable visitors to experience a variety of award-winning, premium wine styles.

September 7-14-21-28, October 5-12-19-26, and November 2-9-16-23, 2013 (every Saturday morning)

Old Town Temecula California-Certified Farmers Market

760/728-7343; myfarmersmarkets.com

The outdoor atmosphere is festive, Saturday mornings (8am-12:30pm) at the Old Town Temecula California-Certified Farmers Market (6th Street between Old Town Front and Mercedes). Local farmers, growers, and artisan food purveyors converse with shoppers amidst displays of a bounty of fresh, seasonal, fruits and vegetables (organic, exotic, and conventional), artisan foods, fresh baked-goods, cut-flowers (exotic and conventional), and house-and-garden plants (native, exotic, and conventional). Visitors and locals alike fill their shopping bags with avocados and citrus year-round, and autumn’s seasonal specialties like persimmons and guavas.

DATES are TBD ~ September, October, and November 2013

Temecula Olive Oil Company ~ Olive Ranch Tours

951/693-0607; temeculaoliveoil.com

Temecula Olive Oil Company is family-owned-and-operated, and committed to using only 100% California olives to make the highest quality, 100% extra-virgin olive oil. East of Old Town Temecula is Temecula Olive Oil Company’s Olive View Ranch. By advance reservation on select dates, participants can tour at the ranch and learn of the sustainable agriculture practices; the planting, growing, and harvesting of a wide variety of olive to capture unique qualities and distinctive flavors; of the mill and press, and cold pressing to extract oil from the fruit. After the tour, participants experience an olive oil tasting including signature, varietal, and limited edition olive oil blends.

Mid-September 2013 ~Date is TBD (weekend evening in mid-September)

Temecula Valley CRUSH – A Wine & Culinary Showcase

in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

951/699-6586; temeculawines.org

The best of Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country wine, food, and people for one night only at one spectacular, tasting event. Join valley winery owners, winemakers, and growers in celebrating California Wine Month – Temecula Style. Enjoy the culinary creations of both winery and local restaurants while sampling award-winning, premium varietals and proprietary blends.

September 28 – October 31, 2013

Peltzer Farms Pumpkin Patch

peltzerfarms.com

Visit Pelter Farms for a down-to-earth “day at the farm” experience with a petting farm (gentle goats, sheep, bunnies, chickens, and baby chicks); pig races; a John Deer Tractor Collection; 12-passenger train rides through the pumpkin patch, and other farm-inspired activities and events. Then purchase a variety of fall décor like homegrown pumpkins including 100-pounders, many varieties of squash, numerous gourds, plus corn stalks and hay bales.

October 5, 2013 (first Saturday in October)

Old Town Temecula Quilt Show

temeculacalifornia.com, cityoftemecula.org

There may be no other, more colorful autumn display than the Old Town Temecula Outdoor Quilt Show. Hundreds of handmade quilts and thousands of yards of fabric displayed on banisters and storefronts along Old Town Front Street from Gateway Arch to Gateway Arch are a sight to behold.

October 5-31, 2013

Big Horse Corn Maze & Harvest Festival

bighorsecornmaze.com

Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country’s original, 11+ acre Corn Field Maze is Southern California’s largest, authentic, corn maze. Experience all the inherent challenges of conquering the multi-path puzzle of 7-foot tall corn stalks. Also enjoy hay wagon rides, pig races, pumpkin bowling and more.

October 20, 2013 (third Sunday in October)

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

komenie.org

The fifteenth annual Race for the Cure includes an Expo and Kids Expo, 5KRun/Walk-Fun Run, a 1.5-mile Family Fun Run/Walk, and an awards ceremony at Promenade Temecula.

November 2-3, 2013 (first full weekend in November)

Harvest Celebration Barrel Tasting Weekend in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

951/699-6586; temeculawines.org

Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country’s celebration of the culmination of harvest and the promise of 2013 vintages is celebrated over two days. Enjoy the opportunity to experience spectacular food pairings with barrel- and tank-samplings of finished and unfinished wines not yet available to the public.

November 28, 2013

Thanksgiving in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

visittemecula.org, temeculawines.org, pechanga.com

From Downtown Old Town Temecula to Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country and Pechanga Resort & Casino, special holiday menus make for a memorable Thanksgiving with family and friends. Arrive early (Sunday-through-Wednesday) and enjoy special, midweek (better-than-weekend) hotel-motel-resort rates.

*Winterfest Holidays 2013

CELEBRATED DAILY, NOVEMBER 29 TO NEW YEAR’S DAY

With a chill in the air and vineyards dormant for winter rest, Temecula Valley sparkles with twinkling lights and is warm with gracious and joyful, holiday cheer. Families and friends come together to share Temecula Valley traditions throughout this most festive season of the year.

November 29, 2013 to January 1, 2014

(Friday after Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day)

Winterfest Holidays Twinkling Lights

temeculacalifornia.com, cityoftemecula.org

From hip-and-historic, Old Town Temecula and gracious-and-friendly Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country to upscale-and-exciting Pechanga Resort & Casino, more beautiful each year are the Winterfest holiday lights and decorations that attract nighttime viewing throughout the valley. Along Old Town Front Street – from Gateway Arch to Gateway Arch – tens of thousands of twinkling lights shine brightly. In Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country wineries and vineyards “get decked out for the holidays along Rancho California Road and the De Portola Wine Trail. And from the luminous hotel tower to the festive, porte cochere, the delightful wonder of Pechanga’s holiday magic is a sight to behold.

November 29, 2013 (Friday after Thanksgiving)

Santa’s Arrival for Winterfest Holidays in Old Town Temecula

temeculacalifornia.com, cityoftemecula.org

Heralded by the joyful voices of carolers, Santa’s Old Town Temecula arrival for Winterfest Holidays is by horse-drawn carriage in Old Town Temecula.

November 30, and December 7-14-21-28, 2013 (every Saturday morning)

Old Town Temecula California-Certified Farmers Market

760/728-7343; myfarmersmarkets.com

The outdoor atmosphere is festive, Saturday mornings (8am-12:30pm) at the Old Town Temecula California-Certified Farmers Market (6th Street between Old Town Front and Mercedes). Local farmers, growers, and artisan food purveyors converse with shoppers amidst displays of a bounty of fresh, seasonal, fruits and vegetables (organic, exotic, and conventional), artisan foods, fresh baked-goods, cut-flowers (exotic and conventional), and house-and-garden plants (native, exotic, and conventional). Visitors and locals alike fill their shopping bags with avocados and citrus year-round, and early winter’s seasonal specialties like sweet, navel oranges, tangerines, dragon fruit, and Buddha’s hand/fingered citron.

DATES are TBD ~November and December 2013

The Nutcracker at Old Town Temecula Community Theater

temeculatheater.org

The beautiful, beloved ballet The Nutcracker with music by Tchaikovsky, is a wonderful Winterfest Holiday tradition at the every-seat-is-a-great-seat Old Town Temecula Community Theater.

DATES are TBD ~November and December 2013

A Christmas Carol: The Musical at Old Town Temecula Community Theater

temeculatheater.org

The Old Town Temecula Community Theater presents wonderful, Winterfest Holiday performances of A Christmas Carol, the uplifting tale of Scrooge’s transformation and goodwill.

November 30-31, December 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, 2013

(weekend after Thanksgiving through weekend before Christmas)

Santa Claus in Old Town Temecula

temeculacalifornia.com, cityoftemecula.org

The jolly man entertains holiday wishes at his Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country “North Pole” on Town Square in the hip and historic, Old Town Temecula district.

December 6, 2013 (night of first Friday in December)

Santa’s Electric Light Parade in Downtown Old Town Temecula

cityoftemecula.org

To the delight of all on-lookers, the festive, nighttime, illuminated procession makes its way through Downtown Old Town Temecula.

December 13, 2013

Pennypickle’s Winter Wonderland: Real Snow to-play-in

pennypickles.org, cityoftemecula.org

Sharing the date with the grand opening of the Old Town Temecula’s Winterfest Holiday Ice Skating Rink on Town Square, Pennypickle’s Winter Wonderland is a magical afternoon and evening for families to have fun and make memories – there’s TONS of REAL SNOW to play-in, on and along Main Street.

December 13, 2013 to January 5, 2014 (consistent with local, school holiday vacation)

Holiday Ice Skating Rink for Winterfest Holidays in Downtown Old Town Temecula

temeculacalifornia.com, cityoftemecula.org

One of the most popular Winterfest Holiday traditions is the 3,500-square foot, Holiday Ice Skating Rink on Town Square in Old Town Temecula where families and friends take a spin.

December 24, 2013 (Christmas Eve)

Christmas Eve in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

visittemecula.org, temeculawines.org, pechanga.com

From Downtown Old Town Temecula to Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country and Pechanga Resort & Casino, special holiday menus make for a memorable Christmas Eve with family and friends.

December 31, 2013 (New Year’s Eve)

Old Town New Year’s Eve Celebrations and Great Temecula Grape Drop

temeculacalifornia.com, cityoftemecula.org

The hallmarks of Winterfest Holidays New Year’s Eve celebrations are night-long live music at Old Town Temecula’s Town Square and other Old Town stages, dancing at the Civic Center plaza, special New Year’s Eve dinner menus and celebrations in Old Town’s restaurants, and the Great Temecula Grape Drop. Town Square hosts East Coast (9pm Pacific Time) and West Coast (midnight Pacific Time) countdowns, with descent of an illuminated, grape bunch from the Civic Center clock tower, and a warm, boisterous welcome to the New Year.

December 31, 2013 (New Year’s Eve)

New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country

visittemecula.org, temeculawines.org

Stellar New Year’s Eve events are held at a variety of Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country’s renowned winery venues. Toast the future with food, wine, music, dancing, and entertainment.

December 31, 2013 (New Year’s Eve)

New Year’s Eve Celebrations at Pechanga Resort & Casino

951/693-1819; pechanga.com

With multiple mega-celebrations that rival Las Vegas and a variety of amazing festivities property-wide, this biggest New Year’s Eve party under-one-roof is ultimately memorable. For New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, 75,000 people descend upon Pechanga to bring in 2014.

*Information is believed accurate but may be subject to change.

*Please also visit the Event Calendar at VisitTemecula.org.

The Temecula Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau, the region’s official tourism marketing organization and resource for visitors is online at VisitTemecula.org; “Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country” on Facebook; and @Visit_Temecula on Twitter. The Temecula Valley Visitors Center in Downtown Old Town Temecula (Third Street and Mercedes, adjacent Temecula Civic Center) is open 7 days. For visitor information and assistance, call 888/363-2852 or 951/491-6085.

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