FRIDAY  

Morning: Boost Your Energy with Breakfast at Norma’s  

You will need fuel for your exciting itinerary, so start your day at Norma’s at Parker Palm Springs. The lively hotel, whose interiors were designed by Jonathan Adler, is like walking into a Hollywood-inspired design magazine, with touches of mid-century Mad Men modern and winks of Austin Powers’ house. Grab a table on the open-air terrace under the neon orange canopies and admire the resort’s lush, manicured grounds. As you peruse the vast menu, you are treated to a complimentary shot glass of liquid sunshine (a mini fruit smoothie) in the same orange tone as the restaurant’s signature color. With myriad sweet and savory breakfast and brunchy options, you may have trouble choosing. If two are willing to share, it’s possible to balance your childlike choice of freshly fried donuts, served with lemon custard and blueberry dipping sauces, with your friend’s protein-packed, habanero pepper spiced crab cake with dill yogurt mustard sauce.  

Signature Color: Carrot orange

Afternoon: Wander Through Color at Happy Alley 

Tucked into the heart of Indio, Happy Alley is a vibrant outdoor gallery where bold murals transform an everyday walkway into a joyful, immersive experience. Each wall bursts with color, pattern and personality, while colorful umbrellas strung overhead add a playful canopy. This is the perfect spot to slow down, snap photos and soak in the creativity that defines the destination’s art scene. It’s the kind of place that encourages you to see the world a little differently (and maybe even inspires your own artistic spark!)

Just steps away, you’ll find The Place, a thoughtfully curated shop filled with handmade goods, artisan pieces and colorful finds that channel that same creative energy. Browse for one-of-a-kind items that feel personal and expressive, perfect for bringing a bit of that Happy Alley inspiration home with you.

Signature Color: A kaleidoscope of bold expression!

Evening: Expand Your Palette at Canopy Wine Lounge  

The sophisticated ambiance at Canopy Wine Lounge contrasts beautifully with the joy of California casual dining. Delight in gourmet finger foods for dinner with shared plates that will tantalize your taste buds and encourage you to broaden your culinary palate. Canopy’s wine-savvy servers will guide you through the list of unique and unusual wines by the glass or by the flight; recent playful flight themes included Pink Bubbles, Italian Whites, and Chilled Reds.

The menu is perfectly designed to accompany wine with choices like Ibérico ham tartines, fried green tomatoes with creamy dill dressing, grass-fed beef sliders, and potato cakes generously piled with Dungeness crab. (You will scrape up every bit of the Old Bay remoulade, and don’t be embarrassed to lick your fingers.) You can sit on the outdoor patio for a breathtaking mountain view or enjoy the decor indoors with a wall-sized desert garden mural and cactus-shaped chandeliers.  

Signature Color: Sunkissed sand

SATURDAY  

Morning: Go Off-Roading with Desert Adventures  

You’ve heard of the San Andreas Fault, but did you know you could tour around the canyons in the fault zone in an open-air 4x4 Scrambler? Red Jeep Tours will take you on a journey through curvy trails and tight rock wall crevices while your guide educates you about the area in creative and interesting ways. (For example, your guide will explain plate tectonics by describing plates as Oreo cookies squeezing together until the creamy filling sprays out.) You will learn about desert flora and fauna and have opportunities to stop, touch, and smell unique desert plants. The tour includes short hikes, a visit to a palm oasis, and the thrill of climbing steep inclines and navigating rocky paths, reminiscent of a roller coaster ride.  

Signature Color: Red, of course!

Afternoon: Relax and Rejuvenate at Spa Rosa  

Your inner child may be ready for an afternoon nap now, but instead, treat yourself to a recharge at Spa Rosa at the Tommy Bahama Miramonte Resort & Spa. With a customizable massage menu, you can choose a treatment that’s just right for you: raindrop therapy, warm stones, or a CBDream oil treatment.

Extend your enjoyment of this award-winning spa with a trip to the steam room, a dip in the spa’s private soaking pools, or a refreshment on the tropical outdoor terrace with views of the Santa Rosa Mountains, olive trees, and citrus groves on the grounds of this gorgeous resort.  

Signature Color: Tropical green

Evening: Sip & Savor in Style at The Pink Cabana

As the sun sets, The Pink Cabana transforms into a lively, design-forward dinner destination where bold stripes, blush tones and warm desert evenings set the mood. Settle in for a stylish night out and begin with shareable starters like the Cabana Mezze with house-made yogurt naan and hummus, or fresh Oysters on the Half Shell with Meyer lemon mignonette. From standout entrées such as the Ora King Salmon, Harissa Chicken or the indulgent Steak Frites each dish is thoughtfully plated and full of vibrant flavor.

Signature Color: Playful blush and emerald green

SUNDAY  

Morning: Play with Your Food at Lulu  

After sleeping to your heart’s content, it’s time to refuel with a brunchy lunch at Lulu California Bistro. Choose a spot in the colorful multi-level dining room or on the patio with a view of strolling shoppers on the sidewalks of downtown Palm Springs. The California-fresh menu has something for everyone, from giant entree salads to burgers to pasta, along with drinks as colorful as the decor. The ahi tuna nachos appetizer arrives piled high like a volcano with sriracha mayo lava. The Poppin’ Pomegranate Spritzer is a light and refreshing cocktail, allowing you to “play with your food” as the pomegranate boba balls pop through your giant straw. Want to keep the fun going? Order the hand-spun cotton candy for the table and watch the glee when it arrives at the table.  

Signature Color: Bright citrus orange and turquoise

Afternoon: Take in the Serene Hues of Sunnylands Center & Gardens

Spend a tranquil afternoon at Sunnylands Center & Gardens, where desert landscape design meets artful intention. Stroll through expansive gardens filled with sculptural plants, native desert flora and thoughtfully placed bursts of color that shift beautifully with the light. Every path feels intentional, offering moments of quiet discovery framed by striking geometry and open sky.

Inside the Center, rotating exhibits and contemporary works add a cultural layer to the experience, blending creativity with calm in a way that feels both grounding and inspiring. It’s an ideal pause in your day. Refreshing, reflective and visually rich without ever feeling rushed.

Signature Color: Sun-washed gold

Evening: Revel in (Sound) Bath Time with GoodVibes  

Ready for bed? Not yet! It’s time for your bath—your floating sound bath, that is. Good Vibes Sound Bath takes guests to a swimming pool for a special one-hour journey that blends a spa treatment with a meditation practice and private concert. Let go of your expectations and allow the Good Vibes team to pamper you, as you are gently guided to your personal raft where you will lie down and float. With an eye mask to shut out visual distractions (no phones allowed), you can zone out to the blend of blissful sounds being played by live musicians. A guided meditation will put you into a relaxed trance-like state, while silent swimmers waft your raft around the pool. Afterward, you will feel refreshed and slightly hypnotized—in a good way! Lean into the Good Vibes mantra of “let’s go and float” and watch any lingering stress wash away. That night, you will be rewarded with a blissful deep sleep.  

Locations vary from hotels to clubs, check the Good Vibes Sound Bath website for options.

Signature Color: Aqua  

While playtime can’t last forever, you will always remember your inner kid’s delight in a restorative and joyous weekend in Greater Palm Springs.  

Warning: Following this itinerary may increase the likelihood of future play dates in Greater Palm Springs!