Independence Day celebration scheduled for June 29

Press release from the City of Menifee:

MENIFEE – The City of Menifee invites the community to join us in celebrating our nation at the annual Independence Celebration presented by Temecula Valley Toyota and Temecula Valley Lexus. The festivities will take place on Saturday, June 29 from 4-9:30 p.m. at Wheatfield Park (30627 Menifee Road).

This event sponsored in part by the Lake Menifee Women’s Club, is traditionally held the Saturday before the 4th of July for several reasons, including cost savings.

This year’s Independence Celebration will be filled with fun activities for all ages, including a community parade, a large kids’ zone featuring bounce houses and other attractions ($20 per child, cash only), food and craft vendors, a beer garden, and live music. The evening will conclude with a spectacular fireworks display starting at 9 p.m.

Musical performances will include the country music group, Chris Lozano Band, and the headliner, Stone Soul, a Motown tribute band.

This free event is made possible with the support of local partners including the Lake Menifee Women's Club and Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District, along with our sponsors, Temecula Valley Toyota and Temecula Valley Lexus, The 9th Shield, and Mediacom.

“Menifee’s annual Independence Celebration is a wonderful opportunity to join together and celebrate our nation as a community,” said Mayor Bill Zimmerman. “There will be plenty of music, food, fun, and fireworks to keep everyone in the family entertained.”

The parade will begin at 4 p.m. and take place on La Piedra Road. Parking will be available at Mt. San Jacinto College and a free shuttle will be provided throughout the event with a brief intermission during the parade. Please note that La Piedra Road will be closed for the entirety of the day from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. for public safety. The closure will be on La Piedra Road from Antelope Road to Menifee Road, and all connecting points to La Piedra will also be closed. Due to these closures, please expect increased traffic from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. RV parking is also prohibited in the area surrounding the event.

For additional information about the City of Menifee’s Independence Celebration, please visit www.cityofmenifee.us/knowbeforeyougo. For more information about future special events, please contact the Community Services Department at www.cityofmenifee.us/specialevents, email communityservices@cityofmenifee.us, or call 951-723-3880