Lake Elsinore's Winterfest Christmas Parade Grand Marshals Announced

LAKE ELSINORE, CA — Lake Elsinore is presenting the Grand Marshals for its 11th Annual Winterfest Christmas Parade scheduled for Dec. 6 in Historic Downtown Lake Elsinore. The festivities begin before 5 p.m. in Gediman Square, located at 184 S. Main Street.

The free, family-friendly Winterfest Festival opens at 4:00 PM in Downtown Gediman Square and will feature vendors, live entertainment, sledding, photos with Santa, and plenty of festive holiday treats.

The city announced there are two special grand marshals for this year's festival.

"This year’s Lake Elsinore Grand Marshals include City Councilmember and current State Assemblywoman Natasha Johnson (District 63) and longtime Lake Elsinore Unified School District educator Sue Moore," according to a city news release. Both are being honored for their outstanding dedication, service, and lasting contributions to the Lake Elsinore community.

"This year’s parade will showcase festive holiday floats, nine marching bands, local
performance groups, giant Macy's-style parade balloons, and a special appearance by Santa Claus and his cheerful team of elves," city spokesperson Jovanny Huerta said in a recent news release. For those who cannot attend in person, the parade will be broadcast live beginning at 5:15 PM on the City’s social media platforms and Public Access Channels—Spectrum 29 and Frontier 31.

The broadcast will be hosted by Jovanny Rivera Huerta and Alejandra Handcock, bringing the holiday spirit directly into homes across the region.