City of Hemet, CA - City Government

Show off your property (home or business) improvements for a chance to win $1,000! ✨

Open to Hemet residents & businesses

🗓️: Enter by August 4, 2026

Seven winners will be selected:

• Two citywide winners (one residential and one commercial)

• Five Council-District winners per (one per district)

We’re looking for:

✅ Stunning curb appeal
✅ Creative landscaping
✅ Architectural enhancements
✅ Sustainable touches

Winners will be selected by Council District and City Leadership.

Submit your beautification efforts now and help us make Hemet shine!

Full details and entry info at https://www.hemetca.gov/1159/Hemet-Beautification-Contest or check the link in our bio.

Happening Today! Summer Kick- Off Community Event ☀️

Join us at the Hemet Public Library today from 10 AM to 2 PM for a FREE community event, as we celebrate the start of the sunny season. ✨

June 5, 2026 | 10 AM to 2 PM | Hemet Public Library  - 300 E. Latham Ave.

✅ Resources & Supportive Services
✅ Food & Refreshments  
✅ Kids Activities
✅Giveaways
✅ And More!

City news, updates, and all things Hemet! The City of Hemet’s bi-weekly email newsletter, On the Horizon, keeps residents informed and connected on current events taking place in our community. 
 
Sign up today and stay informed on the latest developments and initiatives shaping the City of Hemet. ✅
 
To sign up, head to our link in bio, or visit hemetca.gov and select City Update on the homepage. ✨
 
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🎉 Summer Kick-Off | Free Community Event 🎉
 
Join in this Friday, June 5th, from 10 AM to 2 PM, at the Hemet Public Library, for a FREE, community event complete with fun activities, health and wellness resources, plus opportunity giveaways!  ✨
  
  
✅ Resources & Supportive Services
✅ Food & Refreshments  
✅ Kids Activities
✅Giveaways
✅ And More!

🗓️ Friday, June 5, 2026
⏰ 10 AM to 2 PM
📍 Hemet Public Library - 300 E. Latham Ave.
  
Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with your community and celebrate summer together!

Due to department training at Hemet City Hall, the following departments will not be in service during the dates and times listed below:
 
Building department – June 2nd and 9th from 9am-12pm
Code - June 2nd and 9th from 1pm – 4:30pm
Business License – June 3rd and 10th – 9am – 12pm
Planning - June 3rd and 10th – 1pm – 4:30pm
Engineering - June 4th and 11th from 9am-12pm
Fire Prevention – June 4th and 11th from 1pm – 4:30pm

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience during this time.

The City of Hemet’s Summer Movies in the Park series returns for another unforgettable season of entertainment under the stars! 🎥✨
 
Join us for a FREE, family-friendly Summer Movies In the Park screening the last Friday in June, July, and August. Pre-show festivities begin at 7:30 PM at Mary Henley Park, 801 S. Kirby St., Hemet.
 
Come out with friends and family and be sure to pack your snacks, blankets, and lawn chairs, for the best viewing experience. 🍿
 
2026 Screening Schedule:
 
June: Dogman
July: Freakier Friday
August: Zootopia 2
 
📍 Mary Henley Park | 801 S Kirby St
⏰ Movies begin at dusk | Pre-show fun starts at 7:30pm
🎟️ FREE for all ages!
 

Join us this Saturday, May 30, from 10AM to 12PM, for the May I Love Hemet Community cleanup! Together, community volunteers will clean and beautify the area near 2115 E. Florida Ave, Hemet, CA 92544. ✨
 
🗓️: Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Check-in begins at 9:30 AM)
📍: 2115 E. Florida Ave, Hemet, CA 92544
 
Help make a difference in your community! ❤️
 
Volunteers are still being accepted. Sign up today!
hemetca.gov/1350/I-Love-Hemet-Project
 

Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who died in service to our country. Their ultimate sacrifice stands as a reminder of our nation’s freedom. 🇺🇸
 
Hemet City Hall and facilities are closed today in observance of Memorial Day. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26th.

Yesterday, at the County of Riverside Fifth District Women of Impact Luncheon, the City of Hemet was proud to celebrate two incredible leaders who were recognized with proclamations from the Board of Supervisors for their dedication, service, and meaningful contributions to our community.
 
👏 Council Member Jackie Peterson
👏 Code Compliance Manager Sara Kelley
 
Their leadership, compassion, and commitment continue to strengthen our community and reflect the positive impact one individual can have in helping Hemet move forward.
 
Please join us in congratulating Jackie and Sara on this well-deserved recognition and for the lasting difference they continue to make across our city. Your leadership helps shape a stronger, brighter horizon for Hemet.
 
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Hemet, are you ready?! 🇺🇸✨
 
Get ready for the 2nd Annual Hemet Independence Drone Show as the City of Hemet & the Hemet Auto Mall Association invite the community to come together for an unforgettable celebration of 250 years of freedom! ✨
 
Join us for a full day of fun featuring:

🎶 Live Music & Entertainment
🚚 Over 30 Food Trucks
🚁 Spectacular Drone Show
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Fun for Everyone
🍻 Beer Garden (21+)
✨ A breathtaking drone show lighting up the Hemet sky
 
📍 Hemet Auto Mall – Auto Mall Drive, Hemet
📅 Sunday, July 5, 2026
⏰ 1 PM – 10 PM
🚁 Drone Show begins at 9 PM
 
Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and your Hemet pride as we celebrate community, connection, and 250 years of freedom. ✨