The American Documentary Film Festival is a forum to celebrate and promote documentary film, and the independent filmmakers around the world who bring knowledge and awareness through their stories about real people and issues.
As one of the largest and most influential music festivals in the world, Coachella provides audiences with multiple stages to enjoy emerging artists and famed headliners working in a number of genres from hip hop and indie to EDM. In 2023, Coachella will be held on the weekends of April 14-16 and April 21-23, and headlined by Bad Bunny, BLACKPINK, and Frank Ocean.
Founded in 2000 by the late mystery author and Palm Springs community leader Arthur Lyons, this unique festival features an eclectic mixture noir classics, forgotten gems, and not-available-on-DVD films shown on the big screen.
Palm Springs International Film Society presents Short Fest. A festival for all those interested in creating and watching short films.
Welcome to the Morongo Band of Mission Indians 32nd Annual Powwow! They are pleased you have joined them in celebration of their Native American Heritage and traditions. This is a time to reaffirm old ways and share in the discovery of new.
Celebrate the season at The Living Desert's cherished holiday event. Returning for its 31st season, WildLights will feature dazzling new light displays, programming, and an exclusive 21+ evening. Advance registration is recommended.
The Cabazon Band of Mission Indians keeps cultural tradition alive by holding annual powwows. The Indio Powwow takes place on the Cabazon Indian Reservation located in Indio, California. Included in the celebration are Native American dance competitions for contestants of all ages, bird singing, drum contests and peon games.
For over 30 years, the Tamale Festival has been a cherished tradition in historic Downtown Indio, enchanting the Coachella Valley with its vibrant celebration. Proudly holding two Guinness World Records for the biggest Tamale and largest Tamale festival, it has earned recognition as one of the nation's "top ten food festivals" by The Food Network. Not to mention, a visit from the iconic Huell Howser with an episode of Visiting, taped live at the 1997 Indio International Tamale Festival.
Launched in 1990, the Palm Springs International Film Festival (PSIFF) is a premier presenter of world cinema located in the beautiful Coachella Valley at the base of Mt. San Jacinto in southern California. The Festival brings together a sophisticated and diverse audience, including industry, film aficionados from across the country and filmmakers from around the world.
The Rancho Mirage Writers Festival is an annual celebration of writers, books, readers, and ideas! The City of Rancho Mirage, California will welcome authors and readers to the Rancho Mirage Public Library. Writers will talk about their books, their source of ideas, and the mechanics of writing for publication.
The Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival started as a celebration for the end of the annual date harvest in the Coachella Valley. The event today remains true to those agricultural roots with livestock exhibits and cooking demonstrations featuring dates.
As one of the largest and most influential music festivals in the world, Coachella provides audiences with multiple stages to enjoy emerging artists and famed headliners working in a number of genres from hip hop and indie to EDM. Gourmet food, amazing activities and astounding art installations help set the tone as well. In 2024, Coachella will be held on the weekends of April 12-14 and April 19-21, and headlined by Lana del Rey, Tyler the Creator, and Doja Cat.
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