Top 10 things to do with your family in the Coachella Valley this week, May 2-8
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 consideration, send an email to events@desertsun.com with a brief description.
Here are 10 things to do this week:
Rock the Park
The Palm Springs Chamber of Commerce is hosting free, monthly tribute band concerts on the first Wednesday of every month. This month's evening will feature Always Tina, a tribute to Tina Turner.
Where: Palm Springs Downtown Park, 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs
Date: Wednesday, May 4
Time: 7 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: pschamber.org; (760) 325-1577
First Wednesday Art Walk
Stroll through 13 unique galleries and studios while supporting the local art community. Eventgoers can also enjoy live entertainment, food offerings and beverages.
Where: Backstreet Art District, 2600 S. Cherokee Way, Palm Springs
Date: Wednesday, May 4
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: backstreetartdistrict.com
Concerts in the Park
The City of Palm Desert is hosting free, weekly concerts, featuring a variety of musical acts for music lovers of all ages. This week's evening will feature SantanaWays, a Santana tribute group.
Where: Palm Desert Civic Center Park, 43-900 San Pablo Ave., Palm Desert
Date: Thursday, May 5
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: discoverpalmdesert.com; (760) 568-1441
VillageFest
Looking for a way to unwind? VillageFest features vendor booths ranging from clothing to food, meaning you can indulge in everything from a massage to chocolate.
Where: Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Date: Every Thursday
Time: 7 p.m.
Tickets: Free admission
Information: villagefest.org
Idyllwild Arts Visual Art Showcase and Concert
Explore the Idyllwild Arts Academy student exhibition in the gallery, followed by a performance in the sculpture garden by Idyllwild Arts' senior music students.
Where: Melissa Morgan Fine Arts, 73-660 El Paseo, Palm Desert
Date: Friday, May 6
Time: 4-8 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: idyllwildarts.org/eventscalendar
Friends of the College of the Desert Library Book Sale
Are you a bookworm? Or, are you on the hunt for a specific book? Thousands of titles in all genres will be available for purchase, priced from $1 and up, at the Friends of the College of the Desert Library book sale. Proceeds benefit the College of the Desert library.
Where: In the former COD Library Building, next to the Palm Desert Library, 73-300 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert
Date: Friday, May 6 through Sunday, May 8
Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Information: friendsofcodlibrary.org; (760) 333-0733
Yoga With A Ranger
Strengthen your body and mind through a sequence of physical postures, movements and breathing techniques, instructed by National Monument park ranger Meg. This outdoor activity is for all skill levels and is routinely performed barefoot. Bring a yoga mat or towel, water and sunscreen. Reservations are required.
Where: Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains National Monument Visitor Center, 51-500 California 74, Palm Desert
Date: Saturday, May 7
Time: 9-10 a.m.
Information: desertmountains.org
Film Screening for Ukraine Fundraiser
Looking for ways to support Ukraine? The Desert Film Society is screening Ukrainian film, "Peace By Chocolate," which has not had a theatrical release. 100% of gross revenue from donations and ticket sales will be donated to Alight, a campaign providing assistance to Ukrainians.
Where: Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Date: Saturday, May 7
Time: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Tickets: Free for Desert Film Society members, $15 for non-members
Information: desertfilmsociety.org
YUM Food Fest
Food lovers unite at Yum Fest. With over 40 food trucks, food pop-ups, sweets, drinks, culture vendors, live music and a full bar, this food festival has something for everyone.
Where: Shops at Palm Desert, 72-840 Highway 111, Palm Desert
Date: Saturday, May 7 and Sunday, May 8
Time: 5-11 p.m.
Tickets: $5 per person; free to seniors, veterans, first responders and children under five years old
Information: yumfoodfest.com
'Cultural Cannibalism' Exhibition
Six desert artists — Cito Gonzales, Adriana Lopez-Ospina, Kim Manfredi, Flávia Lima do Rêgo Monteiro, Joyce Rooks and Hector Salas — present new artworks based on their heritage and explore ideas of cultural absorption, depletion and transcendence.
Where: Coachella Valley Art Center, 45-140 Towne St., Indio
Date: Open through May 28
Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: coachellavalleyartcednter.org; (760) 799-4364
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.
This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: 10 things to do in the Palm Springs area this week
