Riverside Festival of Lights 2026

About this event

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season at the 34th Annual Mission Inn Festival of Lights in Downtown Riverside!

Experience millions of sparkling Christmas lights, festive decorations, holiday shopping, delicious food, live entertainment, and family-friendly attractions.

Grand Switch-On Ceremony: November 21, 2026

• Time: 5:00 PM

• Location: Orange Street & Mission Inn Avenue

• Fireworks following the ceremony!

Festival of Lights: November 22–December 31, 2026

Enjoy the beautiful holiday light displays surrounding the historic Mission Inn Hotel & Spa. (Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day)

Downtown Holiday Festivities: November 27–December 27

• Thursday–Sunday through December 17, 5–10 PM

• Daily December 18–27, 5–10 PM

• Closed Christmas Day

• Free Main Street activities, holiday vendors, shopping, and entertainment!

Special Attractions

Candy Land at Albert S. White Park

• November 27–December 27

• Tickets: $15–$20 per person

• Riverside resident admission: $13 on eligible days

• Family four-packs: $50–$70

• Children ages 2 and under: Free

Outdoor Ice Skating

• November 22–December 31

• 5–10 PM

• $20 per person, including skate rental

Merry Artswalk

• December 3 and December 17

Admission: Outdoor holiday lights and Main Street festivities are free. Some attractions require separate admission.

Official Event Information: https://riversideca.gov/fol/

Community Event Listing by Shop Local Riverside County

Disclaimer: This is an informational community listing. Shop Local Riverside County is not the event organizer. Dates, schedules, prices, and availability are subject to change. Please verify details with the official organizers before visiting.