The kids may be back in school, but there are still lots of things to do with them here in the Coachella Valley in September. Here’s a few of them, courtesy of our fun-loving colleagues, Catherine, Dawn & Vallori, at First American Title:
America 250: Labor Day Weekend Celebration | Sept. 4-6 - See website for schedule | Coachella Lakes RV Resort
From fishing tournaments and a community supply drive to poolside events, games, and a dive-in movie night, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. The weekend wraps up with a beautiful lake lantern release, creating a memorable moment to celebrate the season together. For more information: 442-325-9292 | www.coachellalakesrvresort.com/america-250
Star Party at the Monument | Sept. 5 from 7-10pm | Santa Rosa & San Jacinto Mountains Nat’l Monument Visitor Center
Join members of the Astronomical Society of the Desert for fun “sky tours” and direct observations of the night sky through telescopes and binoculars. This is a family event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. This event is wheelchair accessible with asphalt surfaces. For more information: 760-598-9918 | https://www.desertmountains.org/event/star-party-at-the-monument-26/
Movies at the Plaza | Sept. 5-6 – 2pm or 7pm | The Plaza Theatre, Palm Springs
Catch a movie the old fashion way. On Sept. 5 at 2pm - The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, On Sept 5 at 7pm - The Birdcage. On Sept. 6 at 2pm - To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything! Julie Newmar. On Sept. 6 at 7pm - Cabaret. For more information: 760-593-5818 | www.palmspringsplazatheatre.com/movies
Palm Springs Vintage Market | Sept. 6 from 7am-2pm | 403 S. Pavilion Way
Antiques representing many eras, as well as upcycled/reclaimed items. The market is a wonderful place for the whole family to visit, and those searching for inspiration for home decor won’t leave disappointed. For more information: 760-534-7968 | www.palmspringsvintagemarket.com
Movie Night at Center Stage | Sept. 10 from 6:30-9pm | 82881 Miles Ave., Indio
Bring your own popcorn and gather the family for an outdoor community movie screening at the Center Stage downtown. For more information: 760-391-4000 / www.indio.org
La Quinta 9/11 Candlelight Vigil | Sept. 11 from 7-8pm | Civic Center Campus
Join us as we come together to mark the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on our country. The ceremony will be held at the 9/11 Memorial, located at the west end of Civic Center Campus, near the library. For more information: 760-777-7000 | www.laquintaca.gov
Island Fest | Sept. 12 at 1pm | Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage
Island reggae takes over for Island Fest, a resort-wide celebration headlined by J Boog with Katchafire, Eli-Mac, and Anuhea. The day also includes hula dancers, cultural entertainment, island-inspired food and cocktails, trivia, and other activities around the property. The musical lineup moves among reggae, R&B, pop, funk, and dancehall influences rooted in Hawai‘i, Polynesia & Aotearoa/New Zealand. For more information: 888-999-1995 | www.aguacalientecasinos.com
Star Party in the Mountains | Sept. 12 from 7-10pm | Sawmill Trailhead Parking Lot, Pinyon Pines
Join members of the Astronomical Society of the Desert for fun “sky tours” and direct observations of the night sky through telescopes and binoculars. This is a family event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. This event is wheelchair accessible with asphalt surfaces. For more information: 760-598-9918 | www.desertmountains.org
Coachella Valley Derby Girls VS. Bad Fish Roller Derby Game | Sept. 12 from 6:30-9pm | Palm Springs Air Museum
Don’t miss the Coachella Valley Derby Girls taking on the fierce Bad Fish Roller Derby team in an adrenaline-packed, in-person roller derby game. Expect fast moves, big hits, and tons of fun as these teams battle it out on the track. For more information: 760-778-6262 | https://www.visitgreaterpalmsprings.com/event/coachella-valley-derby-girls-vs-bad-fish-roller-derby-game/14832/
Business Expo & Taste of Palm Springs | Sept. 16 from 5-9pm | Indian Canyons Golf Resort
Explore 100+ local businesses, savor bites from 40+ restaurants, sip wine, beer, and spirits throughout the evening, and enjoy live entertainment featuring Never a Dull Moment: A Tribute to Sir Rod Stewart. For more information: 760-325-1577 | https://pschamber.org/event/expo-taste-2026/
Cinema Diverse LGBTQ Film Festival | Sept. 17-20, 24-27 - See website for schedule | Palm Springs Cultural Center
The festival presents LGBTQ+ feature films, documentaries, and shorts from filmmakers around the world, with programming selected to reflect a broad range of identities, experiences, and storytelling styles. For more information: 760-325-6565 | www.psculturalcenter.org/filmfest
Wine & Wags – Benefiting Palm Springs Animal Shelter | Sept. 18 from 5-7pm | Palm Springs Animal Shelter
Admission is free, with attendees encouraged to bring new or gently used towels and blankets, unopened pet food, or a suggested donation of $25 or more. Proceeds and donated supplies support Palm Springs Animal Shelter. For more information: 760-416-5718 | https://psanimalshelter.org/events/wine-wags/
Palm Desert State of the City Address & Luncheon | Sept. 18 from 11:30am-1:30pm | State of the City Address & Luncheon
Providing local businesses with valuable insights into the future of the community. For more information: 760-346-6111 | https://business.pdacc.org/events/details/state-of-the-city-address-luncheon-2026-21085?calendarMonth=2026-09-01
National POW/MIA Recognition Night at the Palm Springs Air Museum | Sept. 19 from 5:30-8pm | 745 North Gene Autry Trail
The museum will remember all those who made these sacrifices for our freedoms by joining together the people who proudly wore the Vietnam POW bracelets and the military members they wore them for. Join us for an evening of stories, first meetings, happiness, tears, and remembrance for all who gave. For more information: 760-778-6262 | https://palmspringsairmuseum.org/programs/national-pow-mia-recognition-night-2026
Monument Night Adventures | Sept. 19 from 7:30-8:30pm | Art Smith Trailhead, Palm Desert
Discover how the desert comes alive after dark! Do you know which animals change colors when you use a blacklight? Using blacklights, a Friends’ volunteer docent will begin a short walk on uneven cobbled desert terrain in the basin below the dike/levy looking for scorpions and other nocturnal creatures that inhabit our desert. This is a family friendly event. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Bring water, wear closed-toed shoes and a black light if you have one. If not, we will have a few black lights to share. For more information: 760-598-9918 | www.desertmountains.org
Night Sky Viewing Stars and Planets | Sept. 19 from 7:30-9:30pm | Art Smith Trailhead, Palm Desert
Friends of the Desert Mountains volunteer astronomers will be setting up their telescopes and are inviting you to stop by any time while they are there to view the ever-changing display of fascinating objects to see — stars, constellations, bright planets, moon and sometimes meteors. This is a family friendly event. Minors must be accompanied by parent or guardian. For more information: 760-598-9918 | www.desertmountains.org
International Day of Peace | Sept. 21from 4-6pm | Cathedral City Library
International Day of Peace observance and global art exhibition is being held on Monday, September 21st at the Cathedral City Library. Featuring Signs of Safety – children’s images from the United Nations Mine Action Service. For more information: 760-567-6464 | https://www.discovercathedralcity.com/event/international-day-of-peace-2026/
Morongo Thunder & Lightning Pow Wow | Sept. 25-27 - See website for schedule | Morongo Casino Resort Spa, Cabazon
Hosted by the Morongo Band of Mission Indians, the three-day gathering celebrates Native American culture and traditions through competitive dancing and drumming, bird singing, arts and crafts, and food. For more information: www.morongopowwow.com
Splash into the Dark | Sept. 26 from 7-10pm | Palm Springs Swim Center
Join us for an end of summer celebration under the stars. Create glow-in-the-dark art, vibe to the music, swim under the stars, and enjoy mocktails. For more information: www.palmspringsca.gov
La Quinta State of the City | Sept. 30 from 11:30am-1:30pm | La Quinta Resort & Club
Join in coming together to celebrate La Quinta, reflect on its progress and look ahead to an exciting future. For more information: https://www.laquintaca.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/16772/28
The Dinah | Sept. 30-Oct. 4 – See website for schedule | Various Coachella Valley Venues
This weeklong extravaganza of star-studded pool parties and after-dark bashes is the biggest queer women’s event in the world, drawing more than 15,000 LGBTQ+ attendees to various locations in Palm Springs. Fondly called The Dinah (after the Dinah Shore golf championship it used to align with), it’s also a top-notch music festival in its own right. For more information: www.thedinah.com
First Wednesday Art Walk | 1st Wednesdays (Sept. 2) from 5-7pm | Backstreet Arts District, 2652 Cherokee Way
Backstreet is a unique community of artists’ working studios & galleries, and businesses that provides artistic services in Palm Springs. We have an amazing assortment of original art for all tastes and budgets – paintings, ceramics, photography, mixed media, jewelry, lithography and more by locally, regionally and nationally recognized artists. For more information: www.backstreetartdistrict.com
VillageFest | Thursdays from 6-10pm | Palm Canyon Drive
Downtown transforms into a diverse array of artists, artisans, entertainers, and purveyors of fresh fruits and veggies, flowers, jewelry, snacks and sweets. For more information: 760-320-3781 | www.villagefest.org
Vintage Aircraft Open Cockpit | Saturdays from 10am-12pm | Palm Springs Air Museum
A vintage aircraft is opened so visitors can sit in the cockpit. Volunteer docents give history of the aircraft. PSAM souvenir photo included upon request. Physical restrictions apply – loose fitting clothes and rubber soled shoes recommended for climbing into the cockpit For more information: 760-778-6262 | www.palmspringsairmuseum.org
Wanderlust Food Truck Fest | Saturdays from 6-11pm | Sunrise Park, Palm Springs
An unforgettable night of incredible food, great atmosphere, family-friendly fun, and the signature Wanderlust vibe you know and love. For more information: 760-755-9711 | www.wanderlustevents.net
Desert Nights on the BLVD | Live Local Bands Second Saturdays & Tribute Bands Last Saturdays both from 6-10pm | 66120 Pierson Blvd, Desert Hot Springs
Experience the vibrant energy of Desert Hot Springs with Desert Nights on the BLVD. September 12th is Live Local Bands night. September 26th features No Doubt Tribute: New Doubt. Both nights, delight in a variety of food trucks and vendors offering everything from gourmet tacos to sweet treats, as well as a Beer garden provided by Bar One offering adult beverages for those 21+ to enjoy responsibly. For more information: https://www.cityofdhs.org/desert-nights-on-the-blvd-2/
The Lofts Art Walk | 2nd Saturdays (Sept. 10) from 4-7pm | The Lofts Art District, Palm Springs
The district comes alive with energy and creativity. Visitors have the opportunity to explore the various galleries and studios, interact with artists, and view a wide array of artwork. For more information: www.facebook.com/p/The-Lofts-Arts-District-100085460859372
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