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Get Ready for the Ninth Annual Indio BBQ Festival!
Join the city of Indio from 3 to 9 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 9, in downtown Indio for the Ninth Annual Indio BBQ Festival! Enjoy delicious barbecue from local favorites like Jackalope Ranch, Uncle D’s Smokehouse, Smokey Lips BBQ and Big Dev’s BBQ. Quench your thirst at the Indio Taphouse Beer Garden. There’s something for everyone with live music all day, including The Shadows Band, followed by KPLM Line Dancing, and local favorites Desert Crows! Bring the whole family for free activities like carnival games, face painting and bounce houses. Whether you’re here for the food, music or fun, the Indio BBQ Festival promises a day to remember! See you on Nov. 9—don’t miss out on the BBQ fun! Click here for more information. (Sponsored content)
A Jam to Help the Unhoused
Thirteen local musicians will perform to raise funds for a fantastic nonprofit. At 5:30 p.m., Monday, Nov. 11, the Desert Jam will commence, featuring a number of great local music talents, at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage, at 32250 Bob Hope Drive. Keisha D, Frank DiSalvo, Hope Diamond, Yve Evans, Eric Frankson, Bonnie G, Patrice Morris, Kristi King, Lisa Lynn Morgan, Chase Huna, Chris Bennett, Jeanie Cunningham and Tony Grandberry are all set to perform. The beneficiary is Well in the Desert, which provides tens of thousands of hot meals to economically and socially challenged people in Palm Springs; ticket sales from this event will go straight to the nonprofit. Tickets are $175 per person. For tickets and more information, call 760-285-7297. —Matt King
More ‘La Cage Aux Folles’! (Sponsored)
Palm Canyon Theatre is excited to extend its production of La Cage Aux Folles! Based on the 1973 French play, this glitzy musical is set in a Saint-Tropez drag nightclub run by Georges and his partner Albin (aka Zaza), the star performer. When George’s son (fathered during a one-night fling) brings home his bride-to-be and her bigoted politician father, farcical adventures ensue as they dance around the “family business.” La Cage Aux Folles now runs through Nov. 17. Shows are Thursdays at 7 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m., at 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive. Tickets are $38 for adults, $34 for seniors and $17 for students. Learn more or get tickets at palmcanyontheatre.net, or call 760-323-5123. (Sponsored content)
A Cappella Harmony
If you love four-part harmonies, you should know the Coachella Valley Barbershop Chorus is holding an open house from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the Ivy Ranch Club House, 74580 Varner Road, in Thousand Palms. (They will buzz you in at the gate). The inclusive chorus strives to inspire, educate and entertain the community. The open house is open to everyone interested in hearing them sing, joining them onstage, or hiring them for an evening. For more information, visit cvbarbershop.com. —Charles Drabkin
Walk and Run to Help Veterans (Sponsored)
Sign up for the Indio Veterans Day 5K Run/Walk and honor our veterans and heroes! Proceeds support the Hunter Lopez Memorial Foundation in its mission to assist military families. Plus, for every $10 donation, you’ll be entered to win tickets to Stagecoach 2025! It takes place Monday, Nov. 11, at the Empire Polo Club, 81800 51st Ave., in Indio. Check-in is at 7 a.m. The opening ceremony is 8 a.m. and the run/walk start is at 8:30 a.m. Register today at runsignup.com/Race/Events/CA/Indio/IndioVeterans5K. (Sponsored content)
MF Snakes in a MF Library!
Oswit Land Trust and the Palm Springs Public Library, at 300 S. Sunrise Way, are here to discuss snakes, their role in local ecosystems, and why we should protect them (including venomous rattlesnakes!). At 3 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 14, Joshua Tree biologist Paisley Ramstead will cover an introduction to the more common snakes found throughout the Coachella Valley, how to identify venomous vs. nonvenomous species, and how to stay safe while enjoying the outdoors. The event is free, but seating is limited; for more information, contact David Paisley at DavidP@OswitLandTrust.org, or click here. —Charles Drabkin
Local Artists Shine in ‘Off the Wall’ Show and Sale (Sponsored)
The Artists Council starts off the holiday season with its new Off the Wall show and sale open to the public—free of charge—from Nov. 13 to Dec. 8, at the Artists Center, 72567 Highway 111, in Palm Desert. Everyone is invited to a unique exhibition showcasing the artists of the Coachella Valley. Our desert oasis nurtures creativity, allowing artists to thrive and explore every definition of art—from oil painting and watercolor to mixed media, sculpture, photography and digital art. This exciting exhibition is a must-see event featuring more than 120 local artists eager to share their creative processes and perspectives. Additionally, our one-of-a-kind gift shop boasts more than 500 items, perfect for holiday gifts for all ages. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate art and take home something special. The opening reception is Thursday, Nov. 14, from 4 to 7 p.m. Don’t miss it! Email info@artistscouncil.com with questions, or visit artistscouncil.com to learn more. (Sponsored content)
Bank Robbery Farce
Dive into dark comedy and local theater! At 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 15, check out the opening night of Desert Ensemble Theatre’s production of Loot at the Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road in Palm Springs. Watch a group of local actors tackle a classic play that deals with death, religion and thievery. Tickets are $40, and the show runs through Sunday, Nov. 24. For tickets, more info and other dates, visit www.desertensembletheatre.org. —Matt King
Holiday Harmonies
Celebrate Christmas early, in a British gospel way! At 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 15, London-based vocal group Kingdom Choir will perform a holiday show at the McCallum Theatre, 73000 Fred Waring Drive, in Palm Desert. Don’t miss extraordinary vocal performances (Christmas-themed, of course) from the famous group who performed at the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. Tickets start at $43. For tickets and more information, visit www.mccallumtheatre.org. —Matt King
Indigenous Cultural Celebration
The Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians hosts the sixth annual Kewet Native American Learning Day and Market from 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, at Palm Springs High School, 2401 E. Baristo Road. Kewet, the Cahuilla word for fiesta, is an opportunity for the community to share and experience the culture and history of the local Indigenous people. This free event will feature bird singers and dancers, demonstrations and hands-on activities, including basket weaving, beading, gourd rattle making, traditional games, food and a Native American market. Reserve your free tickets at aguacaliente.org/kewet. —Charles Drabkin
Horses Horses Horses
The Coachella Valley Horse Rescue works to save unwanted, abused and neglected horses while connecting people with them to educate and improve the quality of life for veterans, children and seniors. At 3:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, their second annual Raising Hay Fundraiser will occur at the historic J&J Ranch, 58300 Almonte Drive, in La Quinta. The festivities kick off with appetizers and a silent auction. The 4:30 p.m. barbecue dinner leads into an evening of line dancing, music and a veterans’ tribute. Tickets, which are $100 in advance or $125 at the door, can be purchased by contacting Linda Dondero at 310-529-7000, or visiting cvhorserescue.org/fundraiser. —Charles Drabkin
Underneath the Rainbow
Garage-rock icons are heading to Pioneertown! At 9:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, the ferocious and fuzzy-toned band Black Lips will close their tour with an electric show at Pappy & Harriet’s, 53688 Pioneertown Road, in Pioneertown. Don’t miss an intimate set from these firecracker rock stars, with an opening performance from psych rock outfit Pancho and the Wizards. Tickets are $30. For tickets and more info, visit pappyandharriets.com. —Matt King
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