Festival of Lights, Riverside and Mission Inn

Mission Inn Festival of Lights underway
It's that time of year when Riverside's Mission Inn becomes more magical. For 15 years, former Texas schoolteacher Kayla Morris put every dollar she could save into a home for her growing family. "I thought I was so mature."
Festival of Lights in Riverside turns on the power in another early switch-on ceremony
For the second year in a row, the event kicks off before Thanksgiving with lights, fireworks and performances.
Riverside's Mission Inn Hotel & Spa welcomes thousands as 'Festival of Lights' returns
The famed "Festival of Lights" has returned to downtown Riverside, featuring millions of lights, holiday displays, carnival rides, caroling, Santa Claus and other entertainment on the pedestrian mall.
Thousands head to Riverside for anticipated return of the Mission Inn's Festival of Lights
Joy Benedict reports from the Mission Inn, where thousands of people flocked on Saturday for the much anticipated return of the annual Festival of Lights, which features more than 10 million Christmas lights at the famous Inland Empire landmark.
3 new things to see at the 2024 Mission Inn Festival of Lights in Riverside
The festival’s switch-on ceremony — followed by a fireworks show and concert — is set for Saturday, Nov. 23, at 5 p.m. Once the lever is pulled, the historic Mission Inn will be illuminated by more than10 million lights. Those attending the ceremony are advised to arrive no later than 4:30 p.m.
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Festival of Lights returns to Mission Inn Hotel in Riverside
Festival of Lights returns to Mission Inn Hotel & Spa in Riverside returns for its 32nd year beginning Saturday, Nov. 23 through Jan. 6, 2025. The beloved annual festival is free and features ...