Top 10 things to do with your family in the Coachella Valley this week
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:
National Geographic Live - Secret Life of Bears
Calling all animal-lovers! Carnivore Ecologist Rae Wynn-Grant will host a presentation about North American black and grizzly bears.
Where: McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, Palm Desert
Date: Monday, Jan. 24
Time: 7 p.m.
Tickets: Starting at $15
Information: mccallumtheatre.com; (760) 340-2787
Frank Bogert Trail Interpretive Hike
Enjoy a guided hike on the Frank Bogert Trail while learning about the national Monument and other local history of Palm Springs. The elevation gain is approximately 700 feet. Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, hat, sunscreen and closed-toe shoes. RSVP required. No dogs allowed.
Where: Frank Bogert Trailhead, Bogert Trail and Andreas Hills Drive, Palm Springs
Date: Every Tuesday
Time: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: desertmountains.org; (760) 568-9918
Farmer in the Dale Farmers Market
Skip the usual trip to the grocery store this week. Instead, shop a large variety of fresh produce sourced from a network of Farmer in the Dale suppliers.
Where: Sky Valley Resort, 74-711 Dillon Road, Sky Valley
Date: Every Wednesday
Time: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: thedalemarket.webstarts.com
Free Night at the Palm Springs Art Museum
Feeling artsy? Thursday nights at the Palm Springs Art Museum are free to the public, so reserve your ticket online in advance and prepare to enjoy the valley's largest public collection of contemporary art.
Where: Palm Springs Art Museum, 101 Museum Drive, Palm Springs
Date: Every Thursday
Time: 5-7 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: psmuseum.org; (760) 322-4800
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
Cornhole Tournament
Kick back, relax and take part in cornhole games while you enjoy drinks and food at this weekly east valley hangout.
Where: Neil's Lounge, 80-956 Highway 111, Indio
Date: Every Thursday
Time: Sign-ups begin at 5:30 p.m.; games at 6:30 p.m.
Tickets: $10 to play
Information: desertcornhole.com; (760) 463-0387
The Southwest Arts Festival
All art aficionados need this on their calendar. The 2022 Southwest Arts Festival features live music with pottery, glass and fine art painting on display for four days.
Where: Empire Polo Club, 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio
Date: Thursday, Jan 27-Sunday, Jan. 30
Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tickets: Tickets include parking. $25 online; $35 on site; $22 seniors; children 12 and under are free
Information: bit.ly/SouthwestArtsFest; (760) 347-0676
Cruise Night on El Paseo
Hop in your car and cruise down El Paseo or watch from the sidewalk to celebrate the 10th anniversary of El Paseo Cruise Night.
Where: 73-545 El Paseo, Palm Desert
Date: Every Friday
Time: 2-5 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: elpaseocruisenight.com; (760) 862-1990
24th Annual Concert Series
The 24th annual concert series is back in the desert, featuring one-hour concerts each week. The musical evenings benefit various philanthropic organizations, and this week's event featuring Journey Captured will benefit the Children's Discovery Museum of the Desert.
Where: The Gardens on El Paseo, 73-545 El Paseo, Suite 2500, Palm Desert
Date: Every Saturday
Time: 6 p.m.
Tickets: Starting at $15
Information: thegardensonelpaseo.com; (760) 862-1990
College of the Desert Street Fair
This weekend tradition returns (after a long pandemic-induced hiatus) with a mix of food, shopping and special events. Proceeds support College of the Desert students by raising money for the Alumni Association, which provides scholarships, financial aid and other programs that address student needs.
Where: Northwest corner of the College of the Desert campus at 43-500 Monterey Ave., Palm Desert
Date: Every Saturday and Sunday
Time: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: (760) 636-7957
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 with your family in the Palm Springs area this week
