There are always plenty of things to do in the Coachella Valley. We’ve put together a list of family-friendly events and entertainment happening this week.
To submit an event for review, email [email protected] with a brief description.
Here are 10 things to do this week:
National Geographic Live: nature is back in force
Hear how Emmy Award-winning cinematographer Bob Poole drew on his childhood experiences in East Africa to document the rebirth of Mozambique’s Gorongosa National Park for a six-part series PBS/Nat Geo International.
Or: McCallum Theater, 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert
Dated: Monday March 14
Time: 8 p.m.
Tickets: From $15
Information: mccallumtheatre.com; (760) 340-2787
Online reading and interview with Tod Goldberg
Tod Goldberg will read from his new book “The Low Desert” in this virtual conference. Goldberg is the author of more than a dozen books, including Hammett Prize finalist “Gangsterland” and Los Angeles Times Book Prize finalist “Living Dead Girl.” Her writing has been featured in the Los Angeles Times, Wall Street Journal, Las Vegas Weekly, Best American Essays and other publications. He lives in Indio, where he directs the low-residency MFA in Creative Writing and Writing for the Performing Arts at the University of California, Riverside.
Or: Online event
Dated: tuesday march 15
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: bit.ly/TodGoldbergReading
Farmer in the Dale Farmers Market
Avoid the usual trip to the grocery store this week. Instead, buy a wide variety of fresh produce from a network of Farmer in the Dale vendors.
Or: Sky Valley Resort, 74-711 Dillon Road, Sky Valley
Dated: Each Wednesday
Time: 8am-3pm
Tickets: Free
Information: thedalemarket.webstarts.com
VillageFest
Looking for a way to relax? VillageFest has vendor stalls ranging from clothes to food, meaning you can indulge in everything from massage to chocolate.
Or: Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Dated: Every Thursday
Time: 7 p.m.
Tickets: Free entrance
Information: villagefest.org
“Home Again: The Music of Carole King”
The Desert Symphony presents Home Again, a group of veteran musicians dedicated to preserving the legacy of multi-award winning singer-songwriter Carole King. The group will perform their well-known hits, including “Up On The Roof”, “Take Good Care of My Baby” and more.
Or: McCallum Theater, 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert
Dated: Thursday March 17
Time: 8 p.m.
Tickets: From $85
Information: mccallumtheatre.com; 9760) 773-5988
El Paseo Night Cruise
Get in your car and cruise down El Paseo or watch from the sidewalk to celebrate the 10th anniversary of El Paseo Cruise Night.
Or: 73-545 El Paseo, Palm Desert
Dated: Every Friday
Time: 2-5 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: elpaseocruisenight.com; (760) 862-1990
MOGO Silent Disco Tour
Dance and stroll through Palm Springs listening to pop, classic disco and more songs requested in advance. Those under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
Or: Address is shared when tickets are booked
Dated: Every Friday and Saturday until May 28
Time: 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Tickets: $25 per person
Information: mogosilentdisco.com
Desert Open Studios Tour 2022
This self-guided tour covers the Coachella Valley, featuring 100 artists from Indio to Palm Springs. Interact with artists, observe their processes, purchase artwork, take part in demonstrations and explore.
Or: Location varies, see website for details
Dated: Saturday March 19 and Sunday March 20
Time: 11am-4pm
Tickets: Free
Information: desertopenstudios.com; (443) 286-5343
Music in the gardens
Stroll sunnylands gardens or bring a lawn chair for a picnic on the large lawn while listening to the music of the Barry Blues Band.
Or: sunnylands, 37-977 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage
Dated: Sunday March 20
Time: 11am-1pm
Tickets: Free
Information: (760) 202-2254
It’s magic!
Milt Larsen and Terry Hill present the show “It’s Magic”, featuring comedy, sleight of hand and stage illusions.
Or: McCallum Theater, 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert
Dated: Sunday March 20
Time: 3 p.m.
Tickets: From $15
Information: mccallumtheatre.com; (760) 340-2787
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