COACHELLA MAGAZINE

2026 American Express® Concert Series
2026-01-23 - 2026-01-24 | PGA WEST – LA QUINTA COUNTRY CLUB, 55-955 PGA Blvd, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States
The American Express® Concert Series for 2026, featuring performances from Old Dominion and OneRepublic. The concerts will take place on Friday, January 23 and Saturday, January 24, immediately following tournament play on the PGA WEST Stadium Course driving range in La Quinta.

The Southwest Arts Festival
2026-01-23 - 2026-01-25 | Empire Polo Field, 80651 CA-111, Indio, 92201, United States
The Southwest Arts Festival® returns to the Empire Polo Club in Indio from January 23–25, 2026, bringing together more than 150 acclaimed artists for three days of fine art, jewelry, and quality crafts. Set against sweeping mountain views, the juried festival showcases traditional, contemporary, and abstract works, along with live music and featured displays including pottery, glass, and fine art painting. The event is celebrated nationwide for its first-class quality, professional integrity, and vibrant artistic atmosphere.

Inked In The Desert
2026-01-23 - 2026-01-25 | Riverside Fair Grounds, 46350 Arabia St, Indio, CA, 92201, United States
The biggest tattoo festival in the Coachella Valley is going down! Car show, Live Entertainment & Fun for the whole family.

Desert Open Studios
2026-01-23 - 2026-01-25 | CA
The 6th Annual Desert Open Studios returns to the Coachella Valley from January 23–25, 2026, offering art lovers the opportunity to explore more than 150 artists’ studios across the region.
Discover Artists of the Coachella Valley.
A free, annual self-guided tour of artist studios.

Downtown Market
2026-01-24 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Indio Taphouse, 82867 Miles Ave, Indio, CA, 92201, United States
Downtown Market on Saturday, Jan. 24th from 11am-3pm at Indio Taphouse.
Live dj, 20+ local vendors with vintage, trinkets, plants, jewelry and much more.

Art Party 2026
2026-01-24 17:30 - 22:00 | Palm Springs Art Museum, 101 N Museum Dr, Palm Springs, CA, 92262, United States
A glamorous evening at Palm Springs Art Museum’s 2026 gala honoring the legendary fashion designer Bob Mackie.
5:00 pm Arrival and Cocktails
6:30 pm Program, Fundraising and Entertainment
7:30 pm Dinner Reception

Kyle Khembunjong
2026-01-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Blasto Boy Guitar Shop, 68733 Perez Road, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Palm Springs Coachella Valley Guitar Recital – Kyle Khembunjong
Tickets $25

Fashioning Architecture:
2026-01-31 - 2026-08-09 | Palm Springs Art Museum: Architecture and Design Center, 300 S Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA, 92262, United States
What the Runway Borrows from Architecture

Morning High
2026-01-31 20:00 - 23:30 | The Dune Room, 82707 Miles Ave, Indio, CA, 92201, United States
Morning High live at the Dune Room.
January 31st
$10 at the doors

CV Am 2026
2026-02-07 | La Quinta X Park, 46170 Dune Palms, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States
The Coachella Valley Am 2026, presented by Goldenvoice and Rhythm Skate Shop, is a skateboarding competition held at the La Quinta X Park.
Grand Prize: $2,000+.
Participants can register for the Street contest (requires a $25 entry fee paid on the day) or the Bowl contest (no entry fee, registration on the day).
Eligibility: Open to participants of all ages.

Coachella Valley Invitational
2026-02-07 - 2026-02-21 | Empire Polo Field, 80651 CA-111, Indio, 92201, United States
The Coachella Valley Invitational is the largest integration between major men’s and women’s professional sports leagues in North America.
Hosted at the iconic Empire Polo Club in Indio, California – home to Coachella and Stagecoach – CVI brings together top clubs from Major League Soccer (MLS) and the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) for an unforgettable preseason showcase.

Wellness In The Desert
2026-02-07 08:00 - 11:00 | Civic Center Campus, La Quinta, 78-495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA, 92253, United States
Stretch, sip, and recharge at Wellness in the Desert! This free, all-ages event is all about boosting mental and physical well-being while having a great time. Expect good vibes, movement, and plenty of ways to connect with the community.
What’s happening:
Fun, complimentary fitness classes led by La Quinta Wellness Center instructors: Schedule below:
– Mat Pilates by Billie Williams 8:10 AM – 8:40 AM
– Tai Chi Yang by Atsuko Hewett 8:50 AM – 9:20 AM
– Sunset PiYo by Berna Miller 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
– Sound Bath by Alex Brauckmann 10:10 AM – 10:40 AM
Free smoothies to cool down and refuel, courtesy of Big Juice Bar.
Wellness booths packed with local programs, resources, and helpful info.

Soul Springs Festival
2026-02-07 13:00 - 18:00 | Cathedral City Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Guerrero, Cathedra City, CA, 92234, United States
Get ready for a day of music, laughter, dancing, and good vibes.
Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the beautiful Cathedral City Amphitheater.

After Dark
2026-02-07 22:00 - 2026-02-08 02:00 | Hotel Zoso, 150 S Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, United States
DJ MARZO headlining Spirit Animal club at Hotel Zoso, Palm Springs.
February 7 2026 10pm-2am.

Modernism Week 2026
2026-02-12 - 2026-02-22 | CA
Modernism Week 2026 takes place from February 12–22, 2026. This annual 11-day festival in Palm Springs, California, celebrates mid-century modern architecture, art, and vintage culture through more than 400 scheduled events.

The Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival
2026-02-12 - 2026-03-01 | Riverside Fair Grounds, 46350 Arabia St, Indio, CA, 92201, United States
The Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival for 2026 is scheduled for February 12 to March 1, 2026, at the Riverside County Fairgrounds in Indio, running Thursday through Sunday and Presidents’ Day. It features date treats, entertainment, a rodeo, monster trucks, and celebrates the Coachella Valley’s desert heritage with a “Return to the Oasis” theme. Tickets and event details are available on the official Date Fest website.

Line, Light, Form
2026-02-12 - 2026-03-15 | Illumine Gallery, 750 N Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA, United States
Illumine Gallery presents Line, Light, Form — a curated exhibition exploring the architecture of perception through four distinct voices in contemporary art. Featuring encaustic works by Karl Kaiser, photography by James Bacchi, and paintings by Kyle Sorensen and Alex Tosti. The show examines how line, shadow, and distilled geometry shape the way we move through space and how space, in turn, shapes us. The exhibition also includes two special collector-only works by Shawn Savage, on view exclusively for this exhibition.
Exhibition Dates: February 12 – March 15
Artist Reception: Friday, February 13, 5–7 p.m.
Location: Illumine Gallery, 750 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Cost: Free and open to the public

How Does It Hang
2026-02-12 17:00 - 2026-02-22 20:00 | Impell Gallery, 610 S Belardo Rd, Suite 1000, Palm Springs, CA, 92264, United States
Impell Gallery announces How Does It Hang, group show, a bold and evocative group exhibition curated by Melanie Weston that reimagines the male body through an unapologetically erotic lens. Running February 12–22
An Opening Reception will be held on February 14 from 5-8 PM.

Desert Soul Club
2026-02-13 20:00 - 23:59 | The Velvet Rope, 120 W. Vereda Sur, Palm Springs, California, 92262, United States
Desert Soul Club brings the Mid-Century Modern sounds of Motown, soul, and funk to the Amy Winehouse–themed lounge at The Velvet Rope for an intimate night of vintage vinyl 45s — spinning the kind of soul records that fuel the Mod dance floor.

The Palm Springs Jazz Festival
2026-02-19 - 2026-02-22 | CA
Set against the iconic desert landscape and modernist skyline of Palm Springs, the four-day jazz festival brings together world-renowned artists for an unforgettable blend of music, culture, and place.

BNP Paribas Open 2026
2026-03-01 - 2026-03-15 | Indian Wells Tennis Garden, 78-200 Miles Ave, Indian Wells, CA, 92210, United States
The BNP Paribas Open is a premier annual professional tennis tournament held each March at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California. Featuring the world’s top men’s and women’s players competing simultaneously in ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 events, the tournament is internationally recognized for both its elite level of play and its stunning desert setting. Known as “Tennis Paradise,” the venue offers a vibrant atmosphere, passionate fans, and a world-class sports experience, making the BNP Paribas Open one of the most celebrated and anticipated events in the Coachella Valley each spring.

Desert Smash
2026-03-02 - 2026-03-03 | La Quinta Resort & Club La Quinta Resort & Club, 49-499 Eisenhower Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253 49-499 Eisenhower Dr, La Quinta, CA, 92253
The 22nd Annual Desert Smash, the premier celebrity tennis and entertainment charity event, is scheduled for March 2–3, 2026, at the La Quinta Resort & Club in La Quinta, California.
The 2026 event will officially benefit the USTA Foundation, which supports tennis, education, and mentorship for youth in under-resourced communities.
Event Schedule
The two-day extravaganza serves as a kickoff to the professional tennis season in the Coachella Valley, leading up to the BNP Paribas Open.
Monday, March 2, 2026: Celebrity Pickleball Challenge
A dedicated afternoon featuring Hollywood talent and professional pickleball players competing at the La Quinta Tennis Stadium.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026: Desert Smash Tennis Exhibition
The main event features high-energy matches between A-list celebrities and world-class tennis pros.
Time: Gates open at 12:00 PM; matches run from approximately 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Talent: World No. 7 Alex de Minaur is confirmed to make his event debut.

Taste of Tennis
2026-03-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villa, 44600 Indian Wells Lane, Indian Wells, CA, 92210, United States
The 2026 Taste of Tennis Indian Wells will take place on Monday, March 2, 2026, from 6 PM to 9 PM at the Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas. This highly anticipated event features culinary delights, live entertainment, and opportunities to meet top professional tennis players.

Desert Rocks
2026-03-11 - 2026-04-05 | Artist Council Artists Center, 72-567 Hwy 111, Palm Desert, CA, 92260, United States
Desert Rocks: Music Photography
by Harry Langdon and Jimmy Steinfeldt is presented in conjunction with Through the Lens Exhibition & Sale.
On view March 11 through April 5
Opening reception March 12, 5-7 PM

Fashion Week El Paseo
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-18 | The Gardens on El Paseo, 73375 El Paseo Ste J, Palm Desert, CA, 92250, United States
Diamond Wish Fashion Week El Paseo will be held from March 13–18, 2026, at The Gardens on El Paseo in Palm Desert, California. This premier event is the West Coast’s largest fashion week and features nightly runway shows, pop-up shops, and cocktail receptions.
Key Events
The main runway shows will take place each evening at the venue’s upper-level parking deck.
Friday, March 13: Sergio Hudson Spring/Summer 2026 Collection.
Saturday, March 14: Charles Harbison – Harbison Studio.
Sunday, March 15: General Fashion Show.
Monday, March 16: The Magic of El Paseo.
Tuesday, March 17: #We Say, Moda!.
Wednesday, March 18: Finale Night Fashion Show.
Event Information
Tickets: Tickets and packages are available for purchase online. Pricing for individual show tickets starts at around $85 USD.
Additional Activities: In-store events, designer trunk shows, and meet-and-greets will be hosted by various retailers and restaurants along the El Paseo promenade throughout the week.

Peso Pluma
2026-03-15 20:00 - 23:00 | Acrisure Arena, 75702 Varner Rd, Palm Desert, CA, 92211, United States
Global icon and leader of the Música Mexicana revolution, Peso Pluma announces his highly anticipated DINASTÍA by Peso Pluma & Friends Tour, following the massive success of his collaborative album DINASTÍA with Tito Double P, including a stop at Acrisure Arena in Greater Palm Springs on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival
2026-03-19 - 2026-03-22 | The Gardens on El Paseo, 73375 El Paseo Ste J, Palm Desert, CA, 92250, United States
The annual Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival will take place from March 19–22, 2026, in the El Paseo shopping district. The event features grand tastings, celebrity chef demonstrations, and a James Beard gourmet luncheon, showcasing top chefs, vintners, and brewmasters.
Highlights:
James Beard Gourmet Four-Course Luncheon (March 20)
Grand Tastings (March 21–22) featuring over 100 tasting stations, including local and regional restaurants, more than 60 wines, craft brews, and spirits.
Celebrity Chef Demonstrations.
Tickets: Various ticket options and packages are available, including General Admission and Carte Blanche/VIP access, with prices varying by event.

AMDOCS
2026-03-25 - 2026-03-29 | CA
The American Documentary & Animation Film Festival (AmDocs) for 2026 is marking its 15th year, featuring global documentaries and animated films. It’s known as the largest documentary event on the U.S. West Coast, showcasing both features and animation, and is a significant festival for independent filmmakers seeking funding and exposure.

Coachella Wknd 1
2026-04-10 - 2026-04-13 | Empire Polo Field, 80651 CA-111, Indio, 92201, United States
The 2026 Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival will take place over two weekends in April at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. The festival will feature headliners Sabrina Carpenter (Friday), Justin Bieber (Saturday), and Karol G (Sunday).

Coachella Weekend 2
2026-04-17 - 2026-04-20 | Empire Polo Field, 80651 CA-111, Indio, 92201, United States
