The Music and Dining Under the Stars events feature lavish buffets, unique wines, and first-class live music enjoyed alfresco with some of the most breathtaking views in Palm Desert. On November 21, Music and Dining Under the Stars presents The Zippers.
Join the Desert Film Society along with the Palm Springs Cultural Center for Palm Springs Cinéma Français, a weekend of French-language films and culture. The festival is curated by Beth Ellen Fromm, Executive Director of the Desert Film Society, with the Palm Springs Cultural Commission as the presenting sponsor. All films will screen with English subtitles at the Palm Springs Cultural Center’s Historic Camelot Theatre in downtown Palm Springs.
Enjoy the classic sounds of the renowned Ron King Big Band and jazz and blues legend Barbara Morrison with the spectacular backdrop of hot air balloons lit up against the evening sky.
When Mexican drug cartels and Chinese traffickers join forces to poach the rare totoaba fish in the Sea of Cortez, their deadly methods threaten to destroy virtually all marine life in the region, including the most elusive and endangered whale species on Earth, the vaquita porpoise.
Founded in 2008, Latin Grammy® winning, New York-based all-female ensemble Flor de Toloache continue to win the hearts of both progressive and traditional mariachi music fans alike through their distinct artistic vision and sophisticated, enlightened interpretation of traditional mariachi instruments. The Villalobos Brothers perform original compositions and arrangements, masterfully blended, celebrating the richness of Mexican folk music with the intricate harmonies of jazz and classical music, rightfully earning them the reputation of being one of today’s leading contemporary Mexican ensembles.
The Palm Springs International Jazz Festival will showcase world-class jazz performances on both days but also be dedicated to fostering an enhanced appreciation for jazz—the uniquely American art form—with educational components as well. Masters like René Marie, Arturo Sandoval, Stacey Kent and The Marshall Hawkins Trio headline this jazz-filled weekend.
Join an enthusiastic audience for a memorable performance by Jim Borax's California Cabaret, a Rancho Mirage-based entertainment group with a large following.These outstanding professional singers and dancers (several with Broadway experience) will perform unforgettable standards from the Great American Songbook. The ensemble has been featured on both CBS and CNN. The Cabaret has also performed their music and dance routines throughout the Coachella Valley.
Randy Rainbow is an Emmy® Nominated comedian, actor, singer, writer and satirist best known for his popular series of musical parodies and political spoofs, which have garnered him international acclaim. This will be Randy's first time in Palm Springs with a LIVE BAND!
A Miracle on El Paseo is the most festive party of the year, held every November and generously supported by The Shops on El Paseo. The popular shopping district is turned into a winter wonderland with a five-story Ferris wheel, family fun activities, live entertainment, pictures with Santa Claus, and over 25 local restaurants and […]
With Classic Albums Live, it’s all about the music - note for note, cut for cut. A group of Canada’s most acclaimed musicians will come together to re-create one of rock’s most celebrated albums, Tom Petty’s “Damn The Torpedoes.” The album will be played in its entirety, without costumes, impersonations or gimmickry. Just great music.
Smokey Robinson returns to the desert for a performance at The Show at Agua Caliente in Rancho Mirage. Smokey has accumulated more than 4,000 songs to his credit and continues to thrill sold-out audiences around the world with his high tenor voice, impeccable timing, and profound sense of lyric.
This San Diego performer shares aspects of his life through his original songs and music that inspired him from his earliest recollection to today. A delightful mix of ballads, uptempo, and easy-listening songs highlighted by this wonderful singer's voice is sure to be a hit with everyone. With Jeffrey Lesser on piano.
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