2026 Hemet State of the City

Join the City of Hemet and the Hemet/San Jacinto Chamber of Commerce for the highly anticipated 2026 State of the City with Mayor Linda Krupa.

This annual event brings together residents, business leaders, community partners, and stakeholders to celebrate Hemet’s accomplishments, reflect on the progress taking place across the City, and look ahead to what’s next.

Hear directly from City leaders about:

• Community development and infrastructure investments
• Public safety priorities and accomplishments
• Economic growth and new opportunities
• Quality-of-life improvements and community initiatives
• The vision for Hemet’s continued progress

With the theme “A Masterpiece in the Making,” the 2026 State of the City celebrates the many people, projects, investments, and ideas coming together to shape Hemet’s future. Each accomplishment represents another brushstroke in a larger picture, one that reflects a community building on its strengths, embracing new opportunities, and creating a city with momentum.

Event Schedule

• Cocktail Hour: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
• State of the City Program: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Ticket Information

General Admission – $75 + Fees

Includes access to the Cocktail Hour featuring light bites, followed by the 2026 State of the City Program. Alcohol is not included with admission. A cash bar will be available for your enjoyment. Open seating.

Free General Public Admission – $0

Includes admission to the State of the City Program only. Food and beverages are not included. Designated General Public Admission seating.

VIP Admission – $100 + Fees

Includes access to the Cocktail Hour, two drink tickets, light bites, a specialty food item, and the 2026 State of the City Program. Open seating.

PLEASE NOTE: ALL TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.

Registration Now Open | Register by 5:00 PM on October 15, 2026

Sponsorship Opportunities

• Partner Sponsorship: $1,500
• Premier Sponsorship: $3,000
• Taste of Hemet Sponsorship

Partner Sponsor | $1,500

• 4 VIP tickets
• 8 cocktail tickets
• Logo placement on print and digital event assets
• Program recognition
• Event recognition

Premier Sponsor | $3,000

• 8 VIP tickets
• 16 cocktail tickets
• Top-line logo placement on all print and digital event assets
• Video showcase at the State of the City
• Program recognition
• Event recognition
• City of Hemet Business Connect guest speaker opportunity
• Your Horizon is Here Mural Print

Taste of Hemet Sponsor | (Open to established food businesses ONLY)

• Logo placement on print and digital events assets
• Program recognition
• Event Recognition

Sponsorship Registration Now Open | Register by 5:00 PM on October 22, 2026

Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate Hemet’s accomplishments, connect with City leadership, and be part of the conversation shaping our community’s future.

Join us for the 2026 State of the City: “A Masterpiece in the Making” and experience an evening celebrating the people, progress, and investments helping shape Hemet’s next chapter.

Reserve your tickets today!

For More Information

For event registration or sponsorship information, please contact Jennifer Cortes at JCortes@hemetca.gov.

To be a Taste of Hemet Sponsor, please email Admnstaff@hemetca.gov.