Sunrise Park is turning 50 / City Park Events

Sunrise Park is turning 50 , and the City of Palm Springs is celebrating all year long with community events, family activities, and a special anniversary celebration in December. Since opening in 1976, the 38-acre park along Sunrise Way has become one of Palm Springs’ most beloved gathering places. As the City’s second-largest park, Sunrise Park has welcomed generations of families for picnics, sports, recreation programs, and community celebrations. To celebrate the milestone, Palm Springs Department of Parks & Recreation will host “50 Years of Sunrise a Year of Play” events throughout 2026 , bringing the community together across parks citywide. December 12 – Shine On: 50 Years of Sunrise Anniversary Celebration at Sunrise Park March 20 – Rec Unplugged: Kite Making at Sunrise Park April 3 – Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Desert Highland Park April 18 – Wellness Morning in the Park at Wellness Park May 6 – Rock the Park: Listen to the Music (Doobie Brothers Tribute) at Downtown Park May 16 – Kids to Parks Day at Ruth Hardy Park June 27 – Dive-In Movie Night featuring Shark Tale at the Swim Center July 4 – Independence Day Pool Party, Fireworks, and Concert in the Park at Sunrise Park July 23 – Parks & Recreation Month celebration at VillageFest August 8 – Back to School Bash at Baristo Park September 11 – Sunset on the Range at Tahquitz Creek Golf Course October 3 – Dog Paw-ty at David H. Ready Dog Park November 1 – Día de los Muertos celebration at Demuth Community Center December 4 – Tree Lighting Ceremony at Frances Stevens Park December 5 – Festival of Lights Parade in Downtown Palm Springs