Music in Indian Wells
Local crooner Marc Antonelli sings from the Great American Songbook at the Indian Wells Resort Hotel, 76661 Highway 111, at 6 p.m. every Friday and Saturday all summer. I’ve seen Antonelli perform many times, and he always delivers a smoldering performance. Check out the newly remodeled IW Live restaurant with its swanky ‘60s feel and have a bite to eat from the menu of Italian and American classics while enjoying the performance. The show is free, but reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling 760-797-8700 or emailing manuel@indianwellsresort.com. Learn more at indianwellsresort.com. —Charles Drabkin
Brewski Beat
With one of the best selections of craft beers in the valley on tap, the Ace Hotel and Swim Club, at 701 E. Palm Canyon Drive, in Palm Springs, is the place to be if you love great beer—and it’s definitely the place to be from 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday, July 27, when 30 breweries will be pouring at this year’s Craft Beer Fest, which includes a cookout, a pool party and a live DJ. “Brew heads” from across the valley can meet their favorite brewers, have fun and cool down. Tickets are $60.54 and can be purchased here. —Charles Drabkin
Divorced, Beheaded, Died, Divorced, Beheaded, Survived
The hit musical Six reimagines the six wives of Henry VIII as modern-day pop stars, with each telling her story through fierce performances. From 9 to 11 p.m., Saturday, July 27,,Vanity Halston and her cast pay tribute to the musical in a drag-tastic way with The Ex-Wives Club, at the One Eleven Bar, 67555 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Suite A102, in Cathedral City. Spoiler alert: Things do not end well for five of them. Tickets for reserved seating are $10.38. Find out more information and see the other great entertainment the bar/venue has to offer at oneelevenbar.com. —Charles Drabkin
Life Is Plastic
The 2024 National Barbie Doll Collectors Convention—aka National Barbie Con—is coming to Palm Desert, but unfortunately, the event has been sold out for a very long time. You can still experience the magic at the Trevor Wayne Gallery, 901 N. Palm Canyon Drive, in Palm Springs, from 5 to 9 p.m., Tuesday, July 30, when he presents C’mon Barbie, Let’s Get Arty, a showcase of new and original works celebrating Barbie! If you are unfamiliar with this gallery, it is filled with cheeky art that lovingly thumbs its nose at pop culture and American consumerism. The show will be up until Saturday, Aug. 3, so if you can’t get to the opening, you can still see and purchase some of these amazing creations. Check out trevorwayne.com for more information. —Charles Drabkin
Yo Ho Ho and a Bottle of Rum
Arrrrrrr you ready for a night of pirate-themed entertainment and drinks? At 6 and 8 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 1 and Friday, Aug. 2, dive into Shipwreck Saloon, a night filled with high-seas tales, legends and unforgettable characters, hosted at Fuego Events, 383 S. Palm Canyon Drive, in Palm Springs. Four different signature rum cocktails will be served throughout the interactive experience. Tickets are $49.26. For tickets and more info, visit the Eventbrite page. —Matt King
Local Sci-Fi Fun
Some local musicians have combined their talents to make a desert sci-fi thriller. At 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 2, short film Lila’s Lullaby will premiere at Plan B Live Entertainment and Cocktails, 32025 Monterey Ave., in Thousand Palms. The film was created by local musician Andrea Taboada and musician/actor/filmmaker Justin Ledesma, and the movie features performances and music by Zelaya Sanchez, Esther Sanchez, Nick Hales, Iris Coleen and Ali Saenz. After the premiere, stick around for a live performance from some of the musicians featured in the film. The event is free, but you must be 21+ to attend. For more info, visit Andrea Taboada’s Facebook page. —Matt King
Local Laughs
Local female comics are teaming up for an evening of laughter. At 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 2, check out The Future Is Funny (An All Female Comedy Showcase), happening at Coachella Valley Brewing Co., 30640 Gunther St., in Thousand Palms. The event will feature standup sets by Katie Frank, Vannesa Rivera, Krys Godinez, Emily Lentz, Van Rose, Kricket, and Julie Sheppard. The show is free to attend, but reserved seats start at $7.18, available on Eventbrite. You must be 18 to attend. —Matt King
Music on the Mountain
Elevate your appreciation for singer/songwriters with a trip up to the mountain town of Idyllwild. At 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 3, the Idyllwild Songwriters Festival will take place at Spirit Mountain Retreat Center, 25661 Oakwood St. Nine different performers will grace the stage throughout the day, sharing their intricately crafted songs and jams, alongside a beautiful scenery. Lighthouse Collective, Jen Hajj, Steve J Key and others are set to perform. The event is free to attend. For more info, visit idyllwildsongwritersfestival.com. —Matt King
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