Top 10 things to do with your family in the Coachella Valley this week, May 9-15
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:
ShortFest at Gré Coffeehouse and Art Gallery
If you love coffee, vinyl and short films, Gré Coffeehouse and Art Gallery is hosting a night of music-themed short film programming from around the world, along with coffee and a selection of vinyl.
Where: Gré Coffeehouse and Art Gallery, 278 N. Palm Canyon Drive, C, Palm Springs
Date: Wednesday, May 11
Time: 8 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: grecoffeehouse.com
The Art of Music
Music lovers can enjoy a fusion of musical performance, conversation, education and storytelling. Each concert focuses on an element of musical theory, history, genre or style, featuring expert musicians. This concert features musical guest Deanna Bogart.
Where: Old Town Artisan Studios, 78-046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta
Date: Thursday, May 12
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $10 per person
Information: oldtownartisanstudios.org
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 high-energy 80s chart-toppers from Flashback Heart Attack.
Where: Palm Desert Civic Center Park, 43-900 San Pablo Ave., Palm Desert
Date: Thursday, May 12
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
Information: villagefest.org
Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival
The Arthur Lyons Film Noir Festival is back in Palm Springs, featuring an eclectic mixture of landmark and obscure vintage movies from the classic noir era.
Where: Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Date: Thursday, May 12 through Sunday, May 15
Time: Time varies by screening
Tickets: Ticket prices vary by screening
Information: bit.ly/FilmNoirFest2022
Films in the Gardens
Bring a blanket or lawn chairs to enjoy a free, outdoor screening as a part of Sunnylands Center & Gardens weekly movie series in May. Each week in May, a different childhood classic will be screened. This week will feature "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids." No food or seating is provided.
Where: Sunnylands Center & Gardens, 37-977 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage
Date: Friday, May 13
Time: Gates open at 7 p.m.; film begins at 8 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: sunnylands.org/films-in-the-gardens
Movies in the Park
The City of Coachella is hosting weekly movie screenings in the park every Friday. This week will feature "Ghostbusters Afterlife."
Where: Bagdouma Park Community Center, 51-723 Douma St., Coachella
Date: Friday, May 13
Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: coachella.org
Guided Bird Walk
Learn about local and migratory bird species in the Sunnylands gardens, guided by a knowledgeable birder. The 60-minute guided walk takes place outdoors on walking paths that are paved or made of firmly-packed decomposed granite. The paths are wheelchair accessible. Water, sun protection, closed-toed shoes and binoculars are recommended.
Where: Sunnylands Center & Gardens, 37-977 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage
Date: Every Friday
Time: 8:45 a.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: sunnylands.org
Oasis Music Festival
Aiming to bring the music scene of Palm Springs back to life, the Oasis Music Festival is a three-day, all-genre music event. Children must be accompanied by an adult and there are performances ages 21 and older.
Where: Downtown Palm Springs, various venues
Date: Wednesday, May 11 through Sunday, May 15
Time: Time varies
Tickets: Ticket prices vary
Information: oasismusicfestival.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: coachellavalleyartcenter.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
