Rally the corgi has sniffed out the Christmas events for kids in Moreno Valley for 2026, and they make one big Saturday. The Holiday Snow Day brings real snow to the Civic Center Amphitheater on December 5, and that same evening the city lights its 30-foot tree at City Hall, with Santa on hand for photos. We check every date on the host’s own website and link straight there. For the rest of the state, see our California Christmas events for kids guide.
What Rally found in Moreno Valley
- 2 Christmas events for kids in Moreno Valley
- Real snow: Holiday Snow Day, Saturday, December 5, 10 am to 5 pm
- Free tree lighting with Santa: 5:45 pm the same evening at City Hall
- Snow wristbands are $6 for residents, sold in advance
- Every date checked on the City of Moreno Valley’s site on Nov 11
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Moreno Valley Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
- When: Saturday, December 5, 2026, 5:45 pm
- Where: Moreno Valley City Hall, 14177 Frederick St, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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When the snow day winds down, the city gathers at City Hall to light Moreno Valley’s 30-foot holiday tree.
The free ceremony has entertainment, photos with Santa, and hot cocoa and cookies while everyone waits for the big moment. It makes a natural end to a day in the snow.
Parent tip: Head over from the snow day a little before 5:45 pm to get a Santa photo while the line is short.
- Host
- City of Moreno Valley Parks and Community Services (opens in a new tab)
- Address
- Moreno Valley City Hall, 14177 Frederick St, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 (opens in maps)
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Snow day
Moreno Valley Holiday Snow Day
- When: Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 am to 5 pm (45-minute snow sessions)
- Where: Civic Center Amphitheater, 14177 Frederick St, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Wristband $6 for residents (non-resident fee applies) for 45 minutes of snow play plus the fun zone
- Ages: Tot Lot ages 5 and under; Sled Runs ages 6 to 12
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Moreno Valley turns its Civic Center Amphitheater into a snow field for one Saturday in December, with a Tot Lot for kids 5 and under and sled runs for ages 6 to 12.
Each wristband covers a 45-minute snow session plus unlimited time in the fun zone, which has free jumpers, games and crafts. Food vendors are on site, and you can stay into the evening for the city’s tree lighting next door.
Parent tip: Pre-register for a snow session time online or at the Conference and Recreation Center before December 4, since day-of wristbands are only sold if any are left. Bring dry clothes.
- Host
- City of Moreno Valley Parks and Community Services (opens in a new tab)
- Address
- Civic Center Amphitheater, 14177 Frederick St, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 (opens in maps)
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We check every event above on the host’s own page for the date, time and cost, plus the things parents ask about, like sign-ups and ages. Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our California Christmas train rides page.
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Plan your December
When each Moreno Valley Christmas event for kids happens
Both events are Saturday, December 5, a few steps apart at the Civic Center. Book a 45-minute snow session in the afternoon, then stay for the 5:45 pm tree lighting.
- Moreno Valley Holiday Tree Lighting CeremonyMoreno Valley · Dec 5
- Moreno Valley Holiday Snow DayMoreno Valley · Dec 5
Looking further afield? Our California Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Riverside, Beaumont, Fontana and Rancho Cucamonga. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.
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Moreno Valley Christmas events for kids: questions parents ask
What are the best Christmas events for kids in Moreno Valley this year?
Rally Takes the Train has confirmed 2 Christmas events for kids in Moreno Valley for 2026: the Holiday Snow Day at the Civic Center Amphitheater and the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at City Hall, both on Saturday, December 5.
Is there real snow in Moreno Valley for Christmas?
Yes. The Holiday Snow Day on December 5, 2026, has real snow play in a Tot Lot for ages 5 and under and sled runs for ages 6 to 12.
How much is Moreno Valley Snow Day?
Wristbands are $6 for residents (a non-resident fee applies) and cover a 45-minute snow session plus the fun zone. Jumpers, games and crafts are free.
When is the Moreno Valley tree lighting in 2026?
Saturday, December 5, 2026, at 5:45 pm at City Hall, with entertainment, photos with Santa, and hot cocoa and cookies.
Who organizes these events?
The City of Moreno Valley Parks and Community Services Department. Contact specialevents@moval.org.
Are there Christmas train rides for kids in California?
Yes. Santa trains and holiday train rides have their own guide: Rally Takes the Train’s California Christmas train rides page.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked Moreno Valley on November 11, 2026. Rally is also contacting each organizer to confirm details like parking, restrooms and bad-weather plans.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.