Find AA Meetings in Temecula, California

Temecula, California AA Meetings

Temecula’s directory above lists more than 40 in-person AA groups meeting at a dozen or so locations around the city, plus seven online groups you can join from anywhere. Use the filters above to sort by day, time or meeting type, or keep reading for what the numbers mean and how to pick a first meeting.

Temecula’s in-person groups run more than 55 weekly meetings between them. Here is a snapshot of meeting types in our Temecula directory, counting both in-person and online groups (as of July 2026):

• Women’s: 10
• Men’s: 3
• Newcomer-focused: 1
• Spanish-speaking: 1

Keep in mind that counts change as schedules update, so treat this as a snapshot and the list above as the current source. For context, an estimated 16.4 percent of Temecula adults report binge drinking (CDC PLACES), so if you are rethinking your drinking, you are not alone.

Your First AA Meeting in Temecula

An open meeting welcomes anyone curious about AA, including family members and people simply thinking things over.

A closed meeting is for people who identify as having a drinking problem. At a typical meeting, someone reads a short passage, a member or two shares their experience, and others are free to share or just listen. No one is required to speak, and no one is required to identify as an alcoholic to attend an open meeting. It costs nothing to attend because AA groups are self-supporting through voluntary contributions.

Temecula’s directory leans heavily toward open discussion meetings, which makes for an easy first stop. If you want to understand the format before you go, read what to expect at your first AA meeting, and if you are curious about the program itself, the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions are a good place to start.

Temecula’s AA Central Office and 24-Hour Hotline

The Temecula Valley Central Office, based in Murrieta, is the intergroup serving Temecula and the surrounding Temecula Valley communities. Its staffed office line also serves as the area’s 24-hour hotline. During business hours, it is answered directly by office volunteers, and after-hours calls are picked up by AA members who take shifts covering the phone overnight.

Sober.com is an independent directory and is not affiliated with Alcoholics Anonymous World Services or the Temecula Valley Central Office. Full contact details, including office hours and phone, are listed under Resources below.

Staying on Track Between Meetings

Many people pair meetings with the free Sober App. It tracks your sober days, what you have saved by not drinking, and milestones worth marking, which can help you to maintain your motivation on days between meetings. Download the Sober App.

If You Need More Help Than a Meeting

AA is peer support, not medical treatment. If you or someone you know drinks heavily every day, stopping suddenly can be medically risky, so it is worth understanding what withdrawal can look like before you quit. Our alcohol withdrawal timeline walks through what to expect and when to get medical help.

For Riverside County residents, Riverside University Health System’s Behavioral Health CARES Line offers a substance use screening and referral service; its number is listed in Resources below. FindTreatment.gov and the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline are also available around the clock and are listed under Resources.

AA in Temecula: Common Questions

How much do AA meetings in Temecula cost?

Nothing. AA groups are self-supporting through voluntary contributions from members. No one is ever charged to attend a meeting.

Do I have to call myself an alcoholic to attend?

No. AA’s only stated requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. Open meetings welcome visitors who are simply curious or supporting someone else.

What is the difference between open and closed meetings in Temecula?

Temecula’s directory currently lists 44 open meetings, which anyone can attend, and 7 closed meetings, which are reserved for people who identify as having a drinking problem.

Are there online AA meetings I can join from Temecula?

Yes. Temecula’s directory lists 7 online groups, which meet on a set weekly schedule you can join from home.

Are there women’s AA meetings in Temecula?

Yes. The directory currently shows 10 women’s meetings in Temecula. You can use the meeting-type filter above to find one that fits your schedule.

Resources

• Temecula Valley Central Office. 24-hour hotline and office: (951) 530-4136. Office: 41340 Pear Street, Suite 1, Murrieta, CA 92562; Monday through Friday 10 AM to 5 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 12 PM. Accessed July 23, 2026. https://www.temeculacentraloffice.org/
• Riverside University Health System, Behavioral Health. Substance Use CARES Line (Community Access, Referral, Evaluation, and Support): (800) 499-3008, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for Riverside County residents seeking substance use or alcohol treatment. Accessed July 23, 2026. https://www.ruhealth.org/behavioral-health/sapt
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. PLACES: Local Data for Better Health (2025 release). Accessed July 23, 2026. https://www.cdc.gov/places/
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. FindTreatment.gov treatment locator. Accessed July 23, 2026. https://findtreatment.gov/
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988 (24/7).