18th Annual Festival of Lights

Join thousands of Riversiders and visitors at Mission Inn Avenue and Orange Street in downtown Riverside on Friday, November 26, at  6:15 p.m. for the 18th Annual Riverside Festival of Lights Switch-on Ceremony.  This event is presented by Duane and Kelly Roberts, owners of The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa.  More than three and a half million twinkling lights and a spectacular fireworks display will light up the sky in Riverside on this special evening. 

It all begins with the flip of a switch Friday November 26th during the "Switch-On Ceremony" presented by Duane and Kelly Roberts, owners of the Mission Inn Hotel & Spa. Visit before Christmas Eve for photos with Santa Claus in Santa's Workshop and add your picture to 2010's Largest Holiday Card for U.S. Troops (Learn More). Glide under the stars at Main Street's outdoor ice rink among magical holiday decorations, live entertainment, diverse shopping and distinct dining. Or plan your trip around a thrilling show at the beautifully restored Fox Performing Arts Center. And don't forget the holiday excitement all across the city, including Riverside's easily accessible shopping centers, and musical events at Riverside's universities.

• Holiday Card Programs
• Ice Rink Information
• Switch-On Ceremony
• Santa's Workshop
• Breakfast with Santa at The Riverside Marriot
• Breakfast with Santa at The Mission Inn
• Parking Guide
• Sponsorship Opportunity & Ticket Packages
• Color Contest