The 10 best things to do in Coachella Valley this weekend
August 14–16, 2026 · handpicked from everything on across Coachella Valley.
This weekend the valley leans into live music and cabaret, from Pioneertown's rock stage to a jazz jam in Palm Springs, with drag brunches, a Judy Garland tribute, and a shelter adoption event rounding things out.
Man ManSunday · 9:00 PM · Pappy & Harriet’s · PioneertownPappy & Harriet's hosts Man Man with support from American Tomahawk — a solid rock bill in the classic Pioneertown roadhouse setting.Lady Chilane's CabaretSunday · 7:00 PM · Mojave Gold · Yucca ValleyLady Chilane brings drag, comedy, and camp glamour to Mojave Gold in Yucca Valley for a High Desert night that leans fully into the theatrical.ICONIC SUNDAYS Drag Brunch with Morgan McMichaelsSunday · 12:00 PM · one eleven bar · Cathedral CityMorgan McMichaels hosts this drag brunch at one eleven bar, voted best in Southern California by GED Magazine — a lively way to spend part of the day.The Judy Show at the Purple RoomSunday · 7:00 PM · The Purple Room Supper Club · Palm SpringsMichael Holmes' long-running parody tribute to the 1963 Judy Garland Show plays the Purple Room, with dinner service starting ahead of the ticketed performance.Sunday Jazz Jam at Melvyn'sSunday · 3:30 PM · Melvyn's at Ingleside Estate · Palm SpringsMelvyn's at Ingleside Estate hosts its long-standing open jazz jam, where guest musicians and singers sit in — a packed-house Palm Springs tradition.Noches De FuegoSunday · 7:30 PM · Fantasy Springs Resort Casino · IndioFantasy Springs' LIT lounge turns into a Latin music dance floor with bands covering Tejano, cumbia, salsa, and more, plus a DJ to keep things going until midnight.Live Music at The NestSunday · 7:30 PM · The Nest · Indian WellsKevin Henry plays keyboard and vocals at The Nest in Indian Wells, running through Motown, soul, gospel, and rock.Clear The SheltersSunday · 10:00 AM · Palm Springs Animal Shelter · Palm SpringsThe Palm Springs Animal Shelter joins the nationwide Clear the Shelters adoption event, opening its doors to help pets find homes.Food Trucks on RequaSunday · 6:00 PM · IndioIndio's weekend food truck park on Requa Ave brings a rotating lineup of vendors, live music, and lawn games for an easy evening out.R&B Brunch Party in Palm SpringsSunday · 11:00 AM · Good 4 You Music · Palm SpringsGood 4 You Music brings back its R&B brunch party in Palm Springs, pairing food and drink with an R&B soundtrack.
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