Top 10 things to do in the Coachella Valley this week, Aug. 1-7
There are always plenty of things to do in the Coachella Valley. We've put together a list of events and entertainment happening this week.
To submit an event for consideration, send an email to events@desertsun.com with a brief description.
Here are 10 things to do this week:
Come On Up for Live Music
The Palm Springs Cultural Center presents live music at the VIP Lounge every week. Sunday brings Keisha D. to the stage for Soulful Sundays, followed by Mon Petit Salon on Monday and Leanna and the Jazz Collective on Tuesday. Note: Mon Petit Salon will be going on break for the rest of August after Monday's show.
Where: Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Dates: Every Sunday through Tuesday
Time: 5-7:30 p.m.
Tickets: No cover, two drinks minimum
Information: bit.ly/LiveMusicPSCC
Free Movies for the Kids
The Cathedral City Parks and Community Events Commission partnered with the Mary Pickford Theatre to present this free summer movie series for kids. This week, the theater will screen "Angry Birds 2."
Where: Mary Pickford Theatre, 36-850 Pickfair St., Cathedral City
Date: Every Monday through Wednesday until Aug. 4
Time: 11 a.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: dplaceentertainment.com
First Wednesday Art Walk
Stroll through 13 unique galleries and studios while supporting the local art community at this creativity-inspiring event. Eventgoers can also enjoy live entertainment, food offerings and beverages.
Where: Backstreet Art District, 2600 S. Cherokee Way, Palm Springs
Date: Wednesday, Aug. 3
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: backstreetartdistrict.com
Palm Springs International Piano Competition Presents: Christopher Richardson
The Palm Springs International Piano Competition, formerly known as The Waring, announces the Coachella Valley Repertory debut of Christopher Richardson. A three-time Waring winner (concerto and solo), Richardson comes fresh from his European concert tour and will perform Chopin, Liszy, Stravinsky, Hirtz' Fantasy on Arlen's Wizard of Oz, Can't Help Falling in Love and the Uehara Tom and Jerry Show.
Where: Coachella Valley Repertory, 68-510 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City
Date: Thursday, Aug. 4
Time: 7 p.m.
Tickets: $35
Information: cvrep.org
MasterPiece MashUp Closing Night Reception
Street urban artist Tysen Knight presents his latest artwork in the "MasterPiece MashUp" exhibition. The closing night reception will include a screening of Knight's second documentary, "The Art Of Hustle: Homeless Street Artist."
Where: Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Date: Closing night reception Friday, Aug. 5
Time: Closing night reception begins at 6 p.m.; documentary screens at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: bit.ly/TysenKnightClosing
The Rock Yard
Listen to various tribute bands at The Rock Yard outdoor concert stage each weekend. This weekend features Oasis tribute band Oasus on Friday and Rock Yard on Steroids on Saturday. Food and drinks are available for purchase. Ages 18-plus.
Where: Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio
Date: Every Friday and Saturday
Time: 7 p.m.
Tickets: Free admission
Information: fantasyspringsresort.com
Laser Bowling
Experience late-night laser bowling with lighting effects and retro music at Fantasy Lanes.
Where: Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio
Date: Every Friday and Saturday
Time: 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Fridays; 9:30 p.m.-midnight Saturdays
Tickets: $12 per person
Information: fantasyspringsresort.com/laser-bowling/
Indoor Palm Springs Certified Farmers Market
The indoor farmers market features California-grown fresh food products, chef demonstrations and entertainment.
Where: Palm Springs Pavilion, 401 S. Pavilion Way, Palm Springs
Date: Every Saturday until September
Time: 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Tickets: Free admission
Information: certifiedfarmersmarkets.org
Summer Sing-A-Long: 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again'
The Summer Sing-A-Long series is finishing up with "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again" this week. Start off the night with a happy hour upstairs in the VIP lounge with drink specials, Mildred's happy hour menu and episodes of "Schmigadoon!" The song leaders from the Palm Springs Gay Men's Chorus will join the sing-a-long film.
Where: Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Date: Saturday, Aug. 6
Time: Happy hour begins at 5 p.m.; film screens at 7 p.m.
Tickets: $15
Information: bit.ly/MammaMia2PSCC
Palm Springs Rewinds: 'Rushmore'
Palm Springs Rewinds is a summer-long weekly program featuring film screenings from acclaimed director Wes Anderson in August. This week, the Palm Springs Cultural Center will screen "Rushmore."
Where: Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Date: Saturday, Aug. 6
Time: 8 p.m.
Tickets: $12
Information: bit.ly/PSRewinds
Inclusion in The Desert Sun's weekly community calendar is solely at the editors' discretion. Priority is given to free, community-oriented events.
To submit an event, send an email to events@desertsun.com, including the following: name of event; date of event; location of event; time of event; charge, if any; phone number or website for further information. Please attach a photo.
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