As the temperatures are cooling down, our arts and entertainment scene is heating up! This month is loaded with art festivals, amazing music events, the national pickleball championship, and much more! There really is something for everybody, and there’s no better time to visit the Palm Springs area!

 

SIGNATURE EVENTS

 

Greater Palm Springs Pride - Nov 4-6

While most major cities hold their Pride celebrations in June, we have to wait until the summer heat breaks for our local celebrations. This year is the 35th edition of Pride weekend, featuring a parade, a festival with live music, food vendors, and more.

For more information, click HERE. 

 

Margaritaville USA Pickleball National Championships  - Nov 5-13

Here’s your chance to watch the best of the best in the fasting-growing sport in the country. Often described as a combination of tennis & ping pong, you’ll enjoy both singles and doubles matches in all age groups at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden.

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE. 

 

Cathedral City Hot Air Balloon Festival - Nov 18-20

Come out and enjoy the 8th annual Hot Air Balloon Festival. The event takes place over three days and includes tethered balloon rides, live music, food trucks, and an outdoor market. Sunrise balloon launches take place at 6:30 am each morning, and there’s a pancake breakfast on Sunday.

For more information, click HERE. 

 

McCormick’s Classic Car Auction - Nov 18-20

Calling all classic car lovers! Twice a year McCormick’s produces two of the largest classic car auctions on the west coast. Featuring over 500 classic and exotic cars, this is the best place to see some of the most awesome restorations of rare and desirable classic cars. As always, admission is free on Friday!

For more information, click HERE.

 

WildLights - Nov 22 - Dec 30

Check out the Living Desert as it’s transformed into a magical winter wonderland. Christmas lights are strung throughout the Living Desert, and mesmerizing glowing animal lanterns will amaze! The model train set and carousel are given a holiday makeover, and there’s live music and food as well. 

For more information, click HERE.

 

 

OTHER EVENTS

 

First Fridays on El Paseo - Nov 4

First Fridays return to El Paseo and will occur monthly through May 2023. It’s the perfect way to enjoy our beautiful fall weather. Stroll El Paseo and check out the fabulous art galleries, cruising classic cars, and consignment shops. Singer Whitney Lyman performs from 3:30 - 5:30 pm on the center lawn at The Gardens of El Paseo.

For more information, click HERE.

 

Palm Springs Vintage Market - Nov 6

If you’re looking for some awesome vintage furnishings or accessories, this is the place to be. Held on the first Sunday of the month from 7 am - 2 pm in the Palm Springs Cultural Center parking lot, you enjoy shopping a variety of merchandise with live music and food vendors. 

For more information, click HERE.

 

Veteran’s Day Parade - Nov 11

Pay respect to our active-duty and veteran service members with this parade in downtown Palm Springs. The parade starts at 3:30 pm and concludes with a patriotic concert and fireworks finale.

For more information, click HERE.

 

Palm Springs Wine & Food Experience - Nov 19

Food & Wine! The perfect combination! Presented by USA Today, this rich culinary experience features a gourmet showcase by local chefs, cooking demonstrations, and great wines. This is an over-21 event, so leave the kids at home!

For more information, click HERE.

 

Props & Hops Craft Beer Fest - Nov 19

The 10th annual Props & Hops festival is back with some of the area's best brews (and a few from out of the area), a show of vintage aircraft, and live music from local entertainers. If you’re adventurous, book a ride on one of the flying warplanes and get the experience of a lifetime!

For more information or to purchase tickets, click HERE.

 

LAUGH A LITTLE

 

Caliente Comedy - Every Friday Night

Come out and enjoy a few hearty laughs at Caliente Comedy! Just stop by the Cascade Lounge at Agua Caliente Palm Springs every Friday at 8 pm for a great comedy show by some of the best touring comics around. 

  • Jamie Kennedy - Nov 4
  • Jesica Michelle Singleton - Nov 11
  • Trenton Davis - Nov 18
  • Justin Rivera - Nov 25

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE.

 

ENJOY SOME MUSIC

 

Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Festival - Nov 11-13

The Palm Springs Women’s Jazz & Blues Association was established to foster an appreciation of female jazz & blues musicians who often struggle for recognition. The festival will feature performances by some of the finest female musicians, as well as films, exhibits, and presentations intended to promote the work of women artists. 

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE.

 

McCallum Theatre - Small and intimate, the McCallum is one of the best venues in the desert.

  • Vienna Boys Choir - Nov 16
  • Rain - A Tribute to The Beatles - Nov 25-27
  • Jake Shimabukuro - Nov 29

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE.

 

Agua Caliente Casino - Agua Caliente has one of the premier showrooms in the valley, and live shows scheduled this month include:

  • Frankie Vallie & The Four Seasons - Nov 10
  • Tony Orlando - Nov 26

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE.

 

Fantasy Springs Casino

  • Three Pop Divas - Nov 12

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE

 

Morongo Casino

  • En Vogue - Nov 10
  • Jimmie Allen - Nov 18

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE

 

Spotlight 29 Casino

  • Salute to Our Heroes w/Blake Shelton - Nov 11

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE

 

 

CHECK OUT A LOCAL THEATER

 

McCallum Theatre 

  • Nearly Lear - Nov 4
  • The Book of Mormon - Nov 18-20

For more information and to get tickets, click HERE.

 

CVRep 

  • The Humans - Nov 8-20

For more information and to get tickets, click HERE.

 

Palm Canyon Theatre 

  • Broadway in Drag Pageant - Nov 4
  • Nunsensations - Through Nov 13

For more information and to get tickets, click HERE.

 

Desert Theatreworks 

  • Barefoot in the Park - Nov 4-27

For more information and to get tickets, click HERE.

 

Desert Rose Playhouse 

  • Xanadu - Nov 9-20

For more information and to get tickets, click HERE.

 

Dezart Performs 

  • Choir Boy - Through Nov 6

For more information and to get tickets, click HERE

 

ART EXHIBITIONS

 

Rancho Mirage Festival of the Arts - Nov 5-6

Enjoy 30 hand-picked artists from various genres at the Rancho Mirage Amphitheater. With an emphasis on experimentation and craftsmanship, you’ll enjoy museum-quality artwork complemented by live music, including Jazz Under the Stars each evening. 

For more information, click HERE

 

La Quinta Art Celebration - Nov 10-13

You’ll enjoy 200 world-class artists from across the country and abroad as the La Quinta Art Celebration returns to the Civic Center this year. The event will feature live music on the amphitheater stage and al fresco dining with fresh fish, cajun food, and made-to-order mini donuts. 

For more information, click HERE

 

Artwalk at Indian Wells - Nov 19-20

West Coast Artists presents the Artwalk at Indian Wells Village featuring 60 diverse artists. You’ll find one-of-a-kind works in various media, including sculpture, blown glass, paper, jewelry, and more. Enjoy lunch at nearby Don Diego’s or Eureka.

For more information, click HERE

 

Palm Springs Museum of Art

  • Pride: Say Gay! T-Party & T-Dance - Nov 4
  • Fall Exhibitions Opening Party - Nov 30
  • Phillip K. Smith III: Light + Change - Nov 25 - May 7

For more information, click HERE

 

Beyond Van Gogh  - Through Nov 27

You won’t want to miss this immersive experience featuring the work of post-impressionist artist Vincent Van Gogh. This limited-engagement event brings to life the artwork of one of the most influential artists in the art world!

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE.

 

The Monday Minute

Don't forget to check out The Monday Minute every Monday to get an up-to-date snapshot of our local real estate market. 

  • Is inventory improving? 
  • Are home prices still rising? 
  • What is the average sale price? 

Check out the Monday Minute each week for an answer to these questions and more. You'll find it every Monday at this link: www.TheMondayMinute.com

 

To view our most recent full-month market report, click here: Desert Market Update.

 

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