Holidays in the Desert
Tree lightings, light parades, menorah lightings, holiday markets and New Year's Eve, from Día de los Muertos to New Year's Day.
The valley does the holidays its own way: light parades down Palm Canyon and El Paseo, tree lightings under palm trees, menorah lightings, holiday markets, and a long run of New Year's Eve parties. Everything on the calendar from November 1 through New Year's Day, refreshed daily.
Tuesday, November 10, 20261 event
- 6:30 PMHoliday Harmony Women's ChorusTemple Beth ElPalm DesertClassical
Wednesday, November 11, 20267 events
- All dayVeterans Day (Nov 11)FreePalm Desert LibraryPalm DesertCommunity
- 7:00 AMIndio Veterans Day 5K & 10K Run/WalkEmpire Polo ClubIndioFitness / outdoor
- 7:00 AMCity of Indio Annual Veterans Day Run/WalkEmpire Polo ClubIndioFamily / kids
- 10:00 AM2026 Veterans Day CeremonyFreeVeterans ParkDesert Hot SpringsLive music
- 11:00 AMCoachella Veterans Day CeremonyCoachella Valley Cemetery DistrictCoachellaCommunity
- 3:00 PMFestival Singers Veterans Day ConcertSt. John's Lutheran ChurchPalm DesertLive music
- 3:30 PM29th Annual Palm Springs Veterans Day ParadeDowntown Palm SpringsPalm SpringsFestival / fair
Thursday, November 19, 20262 events
- 10:00 AMHoliday Shop with handmade, fine art giftsDesert Art CenterPalm SpringsSale / fundraiser
- 6:30 PMFried Chicken Dinner at Holiday HouseHoliday House Palm SpringsPalm SpringsFamily / kids
Friday, November 20, 20261 event
Saturday, November 21, 20263 events
- 6:00 AM2026 Hometown Turkey Trot Virtual 5K - IndioIndioIndioFitness / outdoor
- 9:00 AMThanksgiving Turkey Egg HuntIndio Community CenterIndioFamily / kids
- 4:00 PMEnchanted Desert Glow: El Paseo Annual Tree LightingEl PaseoPalm DesertFestival / fair
Wednesday, November 25, 20262 events
Thursday, November 26, 202636 events
- All dayThanksgiving DinnerGrapefruit Basil at Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & SpaIndian WellsFood & drink
- All dayThanksgiving Jazz Dinner CelebrationMichael Holmes' Purple RoomPalm SpringsLive music
- All dayThanksgiving BuffetKestrel, A Richard Blais Kitchen + Lounge at Indian Wells Golf ResortIndian WellsFamily / kids
- All dayThanksgiving HolidayTwentynine PalmsTwentynine PalmsCommunity
- All dayThanksgivingTwenty6 at La Quinta Resort & ClubLa QuintaFamily / kids
- All dayThanksgiving DinnerMister Parker's at Parker Palm SpringsPalm SpringsFood & drink
- All dayThanksgiving DinnerMastro's SteakhousePalm DesertFood & drink
- All dayThanksgiving Night Sound Bath ExperiencePalm DesertPalm DesertFitness / outdoor
- All dayThanksgivingMorgan's in the Desert at La Quinta Resort & ClubLa QuintaFamily / kids
- All dayThanksgiving FeastTía Carmen at Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & VillasIndian WellsFamily / kids
- 8:00 AMPalm Springs Wild Turkey Trot 5KCorner of Tahquitz and Palm Canyon DrivePalm SpringsFitness / outdoor
- 8:00 AMMartha's Village & Kitchen 20th Annual Thanksgiving Day 5KThe Gardens on El PaseoPalm DesertFitness / outdoor
- 8:00 AMMartha’s Village & Kitchen’s 20th Annual Thanksgiving Day 5KIntersection of San Pablo and El PaseoPalm DesertFitness / outdoor
- 10:00 AMThanksgivingSpencer's RestaurantPalm SpringsOther
- 11:00 AMThanksgiving 4-Course FeastLulu California BistroPalm SpringsFamily / kids
- 11:00 AMThanksgivingCatalan Mediterranean CuisineRancho MirageFamily / kids
- 11:00 AMThanksgiving Brunch at Indian Wells Resort HotelIndian Wells Resort HotelIndian WellsFood & drink
- 11:00 AMThanksgiving 3-Course DinnerSullivan's SteakhousePalm DesertFood & drink
- 11:00 AMThanksgiving Lunch/DinnerPines Café at Palm Springs Aerial TramwayPalm SpringsFamily / kids
- 11:00 AMThanksgiving Lunch/DinnerPeaks Restaurant at Palm Springs Aerial TramwayPalm SpringsFamily / kids
- 12:00 PMThanksgiving DinnerEl Jefe at The Saguaro Palm SpringsPalm SpringsFood & drink
- 12:00 PMThanksgiving Brunch Buffet CelebrationThe Ritz-Carlton BallroomRancho MirageFamily / kids
- 12:00 PMThanksgiving BuffetThe Terrace at Desert Willow Golf ResortPalm DesertFamily / kids
- 1:00 PMThanksgiving 3-Course DinnerZin American BistroPalm SpringsFood & drink
- 1:00 PMThanksgiving 4-Course DinnerEight4Nine Restaurant & LoungePalm SpringsFood & drink
- 1:00 PMThanksgiving at Wally's Desert TurtleWally's Desert TurtleRancho MirageFamily / kids
- 2:00 PMThanksgiving 4-Course DinnerWillie's Modern FareRancho MirageFood & drink
- 2:00 PMThanksgiving DinnerMr. Lyons SteakhousePalm SpringsFamily / kids
- 2:00 PMThanksgiving BuffetCava at Renaissance Esmeralda Resort & Spa, Indian WellsIndian WellsFamily / kids
- 3:00 PMThanksgiving DinnerState Fare Bar + Kitchen at The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho MirageRancho MirageFamily / kids
- 3:00 PMThanksgiving 3-Course DinnerJohannesPalm SpringsFamily / kids
- 4:00 PMThanksgiving Dinner at The Pink CabanaThe Pink CabanaIndian WellsFamily / kids
- 4:30 PMThanksgiving DinnerThe Edge Steakhouse at The Ritz-CarltonRancho MirageFood & drink
- 5:00 PMThanksgiving at Del ReyDel Rey Restaurant & Bar at Villa RoyalePalm SpringsFamily / kids
- 5:30 PMThanksgiving DinnerCopley's on Palm CanyonPalm SpringsFood & drink
- 9:00 PMThanksgiving Day special with DJ GNewmanThe Red BarnPalm DesertLive music
Friday, November 27, 20263 events
- 7:00 PMChristmas with The Drifters, The Platters & Cornell Gunter’s CoastersPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsCommunity
- 7:30 PMChristmas with the Drifters, The Platters & Cornell Gunter’s CoastersPlaza Theatre—Live music
- 8:00 PMMannheim Steamroller ChristmasAgua Caliente Casino Resort & SpaRancho MirageTheater
Saturday, November 28, 20264 events
- 4:00 PMTASTE: Food & Drink Fest "Holiday Edition"On The Mark Fine Foods & ProvisionsPalm SpringsFood & drink
- 4:00 PMDance with Miss Lindsay: Nutcracker & Holiday ShowcaseAnnenberg TheaterPalm SpringsLive music
- 5:00 PMYouth Orchestra Joshua Tree Presents... A Holiday ConcertTheatre 29Twentynine PalmsClassical
- 5:00 PMTASTE: Small Business Food and Drink Festival Holiday EditionOn The MarkPalm SpringsFestival / fair
Sunday, November 29, 20265 events
- 5:00 PMJUDY'S OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS!The Purple Room Supper ClubPalm Springs
- 6:00 PMSinatra & Streisand Tribute HOLIDAY SHOW — Get in the mood for the Holidays!Marvyn's Magic TheaterLa QuintaLive music
- 7:00 PMBig Bad Voodoo Daddy Wild N Swinging Holiday PartyPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsCommunity
- 7:30 PMBig Bad Voodoo Daddy Holiday PartyPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
- 7:30 PMBig Bad Voodoo Daddy Wild N Swinging Holiday Party—Nightlife / clubs
Monday, November 30, 20261 event
Tuesday, December 1, 20265 events
- 9:30 AMFused Glass Holiday OrnamentsFreeCommunity RoomRancho MirageWorkshop / class
- 5:00 PMTastes & Sounds (Fall) - CCHS Holiday ProgramFreeCathedral City AmphitheaterCathedral CityTheater
- 5:00 PMHoliday FestFreeFreedom PlazaTwentynine PalmsFestival / fair
- 5:00 PMHoliday ShowcaseFreeFreedom PlazaTwentynine PalmsTheater
- All dayJMOGD Chanukah DinnerRancho MirageRancho MirageFood & drink
Wednesday, December 2, 20265 events
- 9:30 AMFused Glass Holiday OrnamentsFreeCommunity RoomRancho MirageWorkshop / class
- 11:00 AMFused Glass Holiday OrnamentsFreeCommunity RoomRancho MirageWorkshop / class
- 4:00 PMPhotos with SantaFreePalm Springs Public LibraryPalm SpringsOther
- 5:00 PMHoliday MixerPalm DesertPalm DesertCommunity
- 5:30 PMHoliday Wreath AuctionEight4Nine Restaurant & LoungePalm Springs
Thursday, December 3, 20264 events
- 2:00 PMThe New Joslyn Singers Holiday ConcertFreeCommunity RoomRancho MirageLive music
- 5:30 PMWomen Leaders Forum Holiday Party & Joy of Giving BackClassic Club Palm DesertPalm DesertLecture / talk
- 6:00 PMPalm Springs Holiday MarketPalm Springs VillageFestPalm SpringsLive music
- 7:00 PMA John Waters ChristmasPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsCommunity
Friday, December 4, 20267 events
- 2:00 PMAdult Gingerbread WorkshopFreeCommunity RoomRancho MirageWorkshop / class
- 4:00 PM29-PSP Holiday FundraiserPrivate ResidencePalm SpringsSale / fundraiser
- 5:15 PMCity of Palm Springs Holiday Tree Lighting CeremonyFrances Stevens ParkPalm SpringsFestival / fair
- 6:00 PMLa Quinta Tree Lighting CeremonyFreeLa Quinta Civic CenterLa QuintaFestival / fair
- 7:00 PMHOME FOR THE HOLIDAYSPS UndergroundPalm SpringsOther
- 7:00 PMCeltic Woman: Silver Bells Christmas TourFantasy Springs Resort CasinoIndioLive music
- All dayCongregation Beth Shalom Hanukkah AuctionRancho MirageRancho MirageSale / fundraiser
Saturday, December 5, 20269 events
- All dayHoliday Parade DinnerZin American BistroPalm SpringsFestival / fair
- 6:00 AMNIC & DESI: A Broadway Holiday!The Purple Room Supper ClubPalm SpringsTheater
- 10:00 AMShort n' Sweet Book Club: A Holiday by Gaslight by Mimi MatthewsFreeAspen Mills/Cafe Seating AreaRancho MirageBooks / authors
- 10:00 AMFOPSL Holiday BazaarFreePalm Springs Public LibraryPalm SpringsOther
- 1:00 PMPalm Springs Genealogical Society Holiday Party at Eight4Nine RestaurantFreePalm Springs Public LibraryPalm SpringsLecture / talk
- 2:00 PMHoliday Ornament DecoratingRoadrunners PlazaThermalOther
- 5:30 PMPalm Springs Festival of Lights ParadeFreeDowntown Palm SpringsPalm SpringsFestival / fair
- 5:45 PMCity of Palm Springs Festival of Lights ParadePalm Canyon DrivePalm SpringsFestival / fair
- 6:00 PMCoachella Valley Symphony Presents A Winter WonderlandOn sale since Nov 7Rancho Mirage AmphitheaterRancho MirageClassical
Sunday, December 6, 20263 events
Monday, December 7, 20261 event
Tuesday, December 8, 20264 events
- 9:30 AMSabra Hadassah: Annual Hanukkah AuctionSun City Shadow Hills, Montecito ClubhouseRancho MirageSale / fundraiser
- 3:00 PMCelebrate Hanukkah with JFED at Indian RidgeIndian Ridge Country ClubRancho MirageLecture / talk
- 7:00 PMThe John Denver Christmas ConcertPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
- 7:30 PMJohn Denver Christmas Ft. Chris Collins & the Boulder Canyon BandPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
Wednesday, December 9, 20263 events
- All daySkippy n' Bitsy's Holiday Hoedown Hijinks!The BentPalm SpringsCommunity
- 4:00 PMFamily Night: Gingerbread EventFreeCommunity RoomRancho MirageFamily / kids
- 4:30 PMHanukkah on El Paseo: CandlelightingEl Paseo, Palm DesertRancho MirageLecture / talk
Thursday, December 10, 20265 events
- 8:00 AMSkippy n' Bitsy's Holiday Hoedown Hijinks!The BentPalm SpringsCommunity
- 1:00 PMAdult Craft: Squeegee-Painted Holiday Cards (Dec 10)FreePalm Desert LibraryPalm DesertWorkshop / class
- 6:00 PMDog Night: Jingle PupsThe Living Desert Zoo & GardensPalm DesertFamily / kids
- 6:00 PMHoliday PerformanceDowntown Palm SpringsPalm SpringsFestival / fair
- 7:00 PMChristmas with Clare College ChoirSt Margaret's Episcopal ChurchPalm DesertClassical
Friday, December 11, 20266 events
- 8:00 AMSkippy n' Bitsy's Holiday Hoedown Hijinks!The BentPalm SpringsCommunity
- 5:00 PMThe Desert Speaks Lecture Series -- Holiday Luau at the Valley of the MoonFreeOld Schoolhouse MuseumTwentynine PalmsMuseum
- 6:00 PMLEVI KREIS:12th Annual Home for The Holidays TourThe Purple Room Supper ClubPalm SpringsLive music
- 6:00 PM"Best Little XMAS Movie You've Never Seen": DESK SETPalm Springs Cultural CenterPalm SpringsFilm
- 7:00 PMPalm Springs Gay Men's Chorus Jingle Jangle Jazz HandsPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
- 7:00 PMJingle, Jangle, Jazz Hands!Plaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
Saturday, December 12, 202612 events
- 8:00 AMSkippy n' Bitsy's Holiday Hoedown Hijinks!The BentPalm SpringsCommunity
- 9:00 AMJingle Paws 5K & Elf DashPalm SpringsPalm SpringsFitness / outdoor
- 11:00 AMGingerbread LaneOld Town Artisan StudiosLa QuintaFamily / kids
- 2:00 PMHoliday Cookie DecoratingRoadrunners PlazaThermalOther
- 5:30 PMPJ Library Hanukkah Pajamukkah: Havdalah Under the StarsJewish Federation of the Desert, 69710 CA-111, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270, USARancho MirageLecture / talk
- 5:45 PMCity of Desert Hot Springs Holiday Parade and FestivalFreeCity of Desert Hot SpringsDesert Hot SpringsFestival / fair
- 5:45 PM2026 Holiday Parade & FestivalFreeDesert Hot Springs City HallDesert Hot SpringsFestival / fair
- 7:00 PMA Cool Yule — Nat King Cole & Ella Christmas showFreeRancho Mirage AmphitheaterRancho Mirage
- 7:00 PMPalm Springs Gay Men's Chorus Jingle Jangle Jazz HandsPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
- 7:00 PMJingle, Jangle, Jazz Hands!Plaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
- 7:30 PMTHE RAT PACK HOLIDAY SHOW starring Aaron Jacobs & The Swing TonesPalm Springs Cultural CenterPalm Springs
- 9:00 PMUgly Christmas Sweater Contest and Party with Holiday KaraokeRoadrunners Tiki BarThermalNightlife / clubs
Sunday, December 13, 20265 events
- 8:00 AMSkippy n' Bitsy's Holiday Hoedown Hijinks!The BentPalm SpringsCommunity
- 11:00 AMPaws & Claus for a Cause - A Holiday Pet Portrait FundraiserImmunovet Dog Park at DIHPThermalSale / fundraiser
- 2:00 PMJingle, Jangle, Jazz Hands!Plaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
- 2:00 PMPalm Springs Gay Men's Chorus Jingle Jangle Jazz HandsPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
- 2:00 PMThe Nutcracker – CK Dance Company's 30th AnniversaryAnnenberg TheaterPalm SpringsLive music
Monday, December 14, 20261 event
- 6:00 PMALT 101.5 Acoustic ChristmasFreeAgave Caliente Tequila BarCathedral CityLive music
Tuesday, December 15, 20262 events
- 7:00 PMA Mariachi ChristmasMcCallum TheatrePalm DesertLive music
- 7:00 PMJANE LYNCH: A SWINGIN LITTLE CHRISTMASPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsCommunity
Wednesday, December 16, 20266 events
- 3:00 PMAMERICA’S LARGEST NUTCRACKER TOUR RETURNS — NUTCRACKER! MAGICAL CHRISTMAS BALLET ON SALE NOWMcCallum TheatrePalm DesertCommunity
- 3:00 PMNutcracker! Magical Christmas BalletMcCallum TheatrePalm DesertCircus
- 3:00 PMThe Nutcracker!McCallum TheatrePalm DesertCircus
- 7:00 PMAll That Glitters: Holiday EditionPalm Canyon TheatrePalm SpringsTheater
- 7:00 PMJane Lynch’s A Swingin’ Little Christmas (Encore)Plaza TheatrePalm SpringsCommunity
- 7:00 PMNutcracker! Magical Christmas BalletMcCallum TheatrePalm DesertCircus
Thursday, December 17, 20263 events
Friday, December 18, 20267 events
- 6:00 PMDesert Arc's Holiday PartyOn sale Nov 17Fantasy Springs Special Event CenterIndioOther
- 7:00 PMJohn Barrowman: Camp As Christmas!Annenberg TheaterPalm SpringsLive music
- 7:00 PMBeer Bust - Christmas PartyTool ShedPalm SpringsNightlife / clubs
- 7:30 PMTHE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS — Joshua Tree Philharmonic + Jazz OrchestraBlak Box Theater in Joshua TreeJoshua TreeClassical
- 8:00 PMTania Estrada and her Cool-Ass Friends Holiday Comedy Show!Spotlight 29 CasinoCoachellaComedy
- 8:00 PMLeAnn Rimes Greatest Hits Christmas Tour 2026Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho MirageRancho MirageFood & drink
- 8:00 PMA Charo ChristmasMcCallum TheatrePalm DesertLive music
Saturday, December 19, 20269 events
- 2:30 PMTHE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS — Joshua Tree Philharmonic + Jazz OrchestraBlak Box Theater in Joshua TreeJoshua TreeClassical
- 4:00 PMHolly Jolly Drive-In Movies and Holiday VillagePalm Springs Convention Center East Parking LotPalm SpringsLive music
- 4:30 PMTeen Gingerbread Night (Sat Dec 19, 4:30 PM)FreeLa Quinta LibraryLa QuintaFilm
- 7:00 PMModern Men: That Holiday GlowPlaza TheatreCoachellaLive music
- 7:00 PMChico’s Angels: Cha Cha ChristmasPalm SpringsPalm Springs
- 7:00 PMChicos Angels: A Cha-Cha ChristmasPalm Springs Cultural CenterPalm SpringsCommunity
- 7:00 PMCHICO'S ANGELS' CHA-CHA CHRISTMAS: KAY SEDIA, CHITA PAROL, FRIEDA LAYEPalm Springs Cultural CenterPalm Springs
- 7:30 PMTHE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS — Joshua Tree Philharmonic + Jazz OrchestraBlak Box Theater in Joshua TreeJoshua TreeClassical
- 7:30 PMRosie Webber's LIVE Holiday Specialone eleven barCathedral CityLive music
Sunday, December 20, 20266 events
- 12:00 PMSAVE THE DATE: PSLOD Holiday PartyPalm SpringsPalm SpringsCommunity
- 2:30 PMTHE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS — Joshua Tree Philharmonic + Jazz OrchestraBlak Box Theater in Joshua TreeJoshua TreeClassical
- 3:00 PMSUNDAY CABARET SERIES: THE SENSATIONAL JEWELS: CHRISTMAS SHOWPalm Springs Cultural CenterPalm Springs
- 3:00 PMModern Men: That Holiday GlowPlaza TheatreCoachellaLive music
- 4:00 PMHolly Jolly Drive-In Movies and Holiday VillagePalm Springs Convention Center East Parking LotPalm SpringsLive music
- 7:00 PMDave Koz and Friends ChristmasMcCallum TheatrePalm DesertLive music
Monday, December 21, 20264 events
- 10:00 AMHoliday Pick-up CraftsFreePalm Springs Public LibraryPalm SpringsWorkshop / class
- 7:00 PMSongs from My Holiday ClosetRevolution Stage Company—Theater
- 7:00 PMLT Cousineau's SONGS FROM MY HOLIDAY CLOSET 2026Revolution Stage CompanyPalm SpringsLive music
- 7:30 PMMTU - A Very Broadway ChristmasPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
Tuesday, December 22, 20262 events
Wednesday, December 23, 20261 event
- 7:00 PMThe Dean Martin Story Christmas SpecialPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsCommunity
Thursday, December 24, 20267 events
- All dayChristmas (Dec 24)FreePalm Desert LibraryPalm DesertOther
- 10:00 AMWHITE CHRISTMAS: SING - A - LONGPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsFilm
- 10:00 AMWhite Christmas Sing-A-LongPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
- 2:00 PMWHITE CHRISTMAS: SING - A - LONGPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsFilm
- 4:30 PMChristmas Eve and Day Special MenuThe Edge Steakhouse at The Ritz-CarltonRancho MirageFamily / kids
- 7:00 PMWhite ChristmasPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsFilm
- 8:00 PMChristmas Eve and Day MealSpencer's RestaurantPalm SpringsFood & drink
Friday, December 25, 20265 events
- 9:00 AMChristmas Day BuffetState Fare Bar + Kitchen at The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho MirageRancho MirageFamily / kids
- 11:00 AMChristmas BuffetKestrel, A Richard Blais Kitchen + Lounge at Indian Wells Golf ResortIndian WellsFamily / kids
- 11:00 AMChristmas Day Lunch/DinnerCatalan Mediterranean CuisineRancho MirageFamily / kids
- 2:00 PMChristmas 4-Course DinnerWillie's Modern FareRancho MirageFood & drink
- 4:00 PMChristmas Dinner at Pink CabanaThe Pink CabanaIndian WellsFamily / kids
Saturday, December 26, 20261 event
- 7:00 PMThe Mariachi Divas: A Holiday CelebrationPlaza TheatrePalm SpringsFestival / fair
Sunday, December 27, 20261 event
- 7:00 PMA Christmas Story (Film)Plaza TheatrePalm SpringsLive music
Monday, December 28, 20261 event
- 10:00 AMHoliday Pick-up CraftsFreePalm Springs Public LibraryPalm SpringsWorkshop / class
Thursday, December 31, 20266 events
- 10:00 AMNew Year's Eve: PSPL + WMML Closing at 6 P.M.FreePalm Springs Public LibraryPalm SpringsOther
- 5:00 PMCoachella Valley Firebirds vs. San Diego Gulls: New Year's EveAcrisure ArenaPalm DesertSports
- 6:30 PMNew Year's Eve Celebration: Starlight SoiréeEmerald Desert RV ResortPalm DesertLive music
- 8:00 PMPalm Springs NYE Outdoor Celebration with Ben Mallare BandAgua Caliente Casino Palm SpringsPalm SpringsLive music
- 8:00 PMCathedral City NYE Outdoor Celebration with Earth To MarsAgua Caliente Cathedral CityCathedral CityCommunity
- 10:00 PMNYE – Black Crystal Wolf Kids // Well Well WellPappy & Harriet'sPioneertownLive music
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