March in Greater Palm Springs holds endless opportunities for adventure, relaxation, or a little bit of both. Whether you're looking for some friendly competition that will get you hitting the trails or you want to unwind and recharge, this sun-kissed oasis has it all. Enjoy the beautiful spring days and soak up every bit of your spring break! From exciting events and live entertainment to chill yoga sessions, here's a roundup of things to do this month in Greater Palm Springs. 

CAN'T-MISS MARCH EVENTS

La Quinta Art Celebration

FEBRUARY 27-MARCH 2

The exhilarating La Quinta Art Celebration returns! This spectacular experience unfolds at the breathtaking La Quinta Civic Center venue, where passionate art enthusiasts, top-tier artists, unparalleled community backing, and a dedicated event staff ensure a VIP artist experience.

BNP Paribas Open

MARCH 2-16

Watch the world's best players at Indian Wells Tennis Gardens as they play in tennis paradise. Catch players practicing, indulge in great food and drinks options, and experience live entertainment against a stunning mountain backdrop.

Cathedral City LGBT Days

MARCH 7-9

California's first Pride event of the year honors the LGBTQ+ community and celebrates the diversity of Cathedral City. Presented by Agua Caliente Casinos, the weekend festival includes a comedy show featuring River Butcher, the annual parade of beds and bed race, followed up by a special brunch at Town Square Park. There will also be delicious food and retail vendors.

Desert X

MARCH 8-MAY 11

Desert X, a free biennial outdoor art exhibit comprising site-specific installations, has become one of the biggest reoccurring events in the destination, welcoming art lovers and culture connoisseurs to discover amazing, visual works in unexpected places.

Fashion Week El Paseo

MARCH 14-19

Experience luxury, art, self-expression, fashion, and more at El Paseo Fashion Week, where designers will be featured from all around the globe, bringing the fashion trends of today, tomorrow, and forever.

Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival

MARCH 20-23

Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival is a three-day culinary event that features tastings and chef demonstrations, bringing together some of the brightest, most talented chefs from across the country to show off their talents. Some of this year's chefs will include Curtis Stone, Jamie Gwen, and Antonia Lofaso! 

The Galleri Classic

MARCH 24-30

The Galleri Classic, named after GRAIL’s multi-cancer early detection test, returns to the renowned Mission Hills Country Club and will feature PGA TOUR Champions professionals, including World Golf Hall of Fame members who will play 54 holes. 

THINGS TO DO

Desert Brewfest 2025

MARCH 1

Hey beer lovers! Join Luchador Brewing Company for their 2nd Annual Desert Brewfest. Your ticket gets you unlimited tastings from multiple craft breweries from Southern California, plus tasty tacos from Luchador. They’re also bringing back Lucha Libre with exciting matches throughout the day. There’ll be a dunk tank for the firefighters, lawn games, axe throwing, a DJ, and local vendors showcasing their goodies.

Price: $35-$85

Heather McDonald

MARCH 1

Heather McDonald’s wildly successful comedy and pop culture podcast, Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald, is coming to Cascade Lounge at Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs. Her loyal listeners, the "Juicy Scoopers," can catch her live and continue to laugh out loud as they get the juiciest inside scoop from Heather and her celebrity guests. Heather has released stand-up comedy specials on Amazon Prime, Netflix, and Showtime. Join in on the fun and catch the scoop live!

Price: $39.50-105.50

The Coachella Valley Wildflower Festival 

MARCH 1

Experience nature's vibrancy at the 18th annual Coachella Valley Wildflower Festival! This free day-long event features skilled local artisans, shopping and information booths, enchanting wildflower displays, an exciting raffle, and live music. Their huge interactive Kids’ Zone and “Naturally Inspired” youth art contest bring families from all over the Coachella Valley. Local food trucks and beverage concessions will be available along with a beer and wine garden for adults. This all-ages event helps promote education, environmental stewardship, land conservancy, and an appreciation of our desert mountains.

Styx

MARCH 1

The seven men comprising Styx have committed to rocking the Paradise together with audiences far and wide by entering their second decade of averaging 100 shows a year, and each one of them is committed to making the next show better than the last. Catch them at The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage and experience five decades of barn burning chart hits, joyous singalongs, and hard-driving deep cuts. Like a symphony that builds to a satisfying crescendo, a Styx set covers a wide range of stylistic cornerstones. 

Price: $75-200

Palm Springs Vintage Market

MARCH 2

The Palm Springs Vintage Market takes place on the first Sunday of each month from October through May at its new location, 369 N Calle El Segundo in Palm Springs, from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. With a variety of vintage treasures, it's the perfect spot for collectors and casual shoppers alike.

Taste of Tennis

MARCH 3

Taking place at the Grand Hyatt Indian Wells Resort & Villas, Taste of Tennis celebrates the return of tennis to the desert! Guests will mingle with players and legends, enjoy live entertainment, and savor cuisine prepared by the Coachella Valley’s top chefs! Additional details to follow.

Desert Smash

MARCH 4

Desert Smash brings together Hollywood's biggest celebrities and the world’s best professional tennis players for a one-day extravaganza at the prestigious La Quinta Resort & Club. The event is intentionally held prior to the BNP Paribas Open in neighboring Indian Wells.

Richard M. Milanovich Legacy Hike & 5K Run

MARCH 8

The 10th Annual Richard M. Milanovich Legacy Hike/5K takes place in the Indian Canyons in Palm Springs, the ancestral home of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians. The event begins at 7 a.m. with shuttles transporting hikers to their start points. Hikes are limited to groups of 30 with staggered departures, while runners follow a scenic route past Cahuilla landmarks, finishing at Palm Canyon. 

Art on Main Street

MARCH 8 & 22

Art on Main Street in La Quinta features over 100 artists each season showing and selling their paintings, jewelry, mixed media, photography, ceramics, glass, woodwork, textiles, sculptures, and more. The shows are a local favorite and an Old Town tradition. They are set amidst Main Street’s charming cafes and boutiques. Come for the art and stay for the day! 

Firebirds vs. Eagles

MARCH 12

Want to see the Coachella Valley's AHL hockey team in action? Don't miss the chance to watch the Firebirds take on the Colorado Eagles at Acrisure Arena.

David Spade and Dana Carvey

MARCH 15

Dana Carvey and David Spade, SNL alums, are known for their sharp comedy and iconic characters. Carvey’s impressions and Spade’s sarcasm made them standouts, and they now co-host the Fly on the Wall podcast. They are headed to the Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino on March 15. 

Wrangler Professional Bull Riders: Unleash The Beast

MARCH 21-23

The PBR (Professional Bull Riders): Unleash The Beast is set to bring the world’s Top 40 bull riders and rankest bovine athletes to Acrisure Arena in Greater Palm Springs.

The Thermal Club INDYCAR Grand Prix

MARCH 21-23

Held at The Thermal Club, the event features the Twin Palms layout, a 3.067-mile track with 19 turns designed for a thrilling racing experience. Gates open from 12–4 p.m. on March 21 and 8 a.m.–4 p.m. on March 22–23, with food, drinks, and premium seating available.

Price: $475

Los Alegres del Barranco

MARCH 22

Want to plan a festive night out? Los Alegres del Barranco will bring their exciting Norteño hits to the Special Events Center at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino on Saturday, March 22, 2025.

Price: $62

2025 Easter Bowl Junior Championships

MARCH 22-30

Want to catch more tennis action after the BNP Paribas Open? The Easter Bowl is an official USTA National Championship, held at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, with a draw of 64 singles and 32 doubles in all divisions including boys and girls 18s, 16s, 14s, and 12 and under.

Cirque du Soleil: Crystal

MARCH 28-30

Crystal, Cirque du Soleil’s first show on ice, blending world-class skating with gravity-defying acrobatics, is coming to Acrisure Arena. Follow Crystal’s journey of self-discovery as stunning visuals and a dynamic score bring her imagination to life. Featuring an international cast, this unique production pushes the boundaries of performance like never before.

The Price is Right Live On Stage

MARCH 28

“Come on Down” to The Price Is Right Live! at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, a non-televised, interactive stage show featuring classic games like Plinko, Cliffhangers, and The Big Wheel. With a celebrity host, exciting prizes, and the chance for audience members to win, it’s the ultimate game show experience live on stage!

The Dinner Detective True Crime Mystery Show

MARCH 29

North America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may even find yourself as a prime suspect before you know it!

Free Thursday Nights at the Palm Springs Art Museum

EVERY THURSDAY

The Palm Springs Art Museum features 28 galleries, two sculpture gardens, a 433-seat theatre, and a popular local bistro. Every Thursday they offer free admission to the public from 5-7 p.m.

Palm Springs VillageFest

EVERY THURSDAY

Villagefest  takes place in downtown Palm Springs where the street is closed to create a relaxed, fun, and festive atmosphere full of food, artists, fashion, and other unique vendors.

HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPERIENCES

MINERAL WATER YOGA 

Guided by the esteemed instructor Vanessa Johnson at The Spa at Séc-he, this aqueous practice embraces the art of gentleness, empowering you to nurture your inner strength, achieve poised equilibrium, and expand your range of motion. For a mere $15, immerse yourself in this transformative experience lasting 45 minutes—a precious add-on activity that promises to leave you revitalized and deeply attuned to the serenity within.

SATURDAY SAVASANA AT THE DRIFT HOTEL

Start your Saturday at The Drift Hotel, where a delightful hour-long yoga flow awaits you upon the inviting outdoor terrace of Sol Studio. Envision yourself amidst this serene and picturesque setting, immersed in the harmonious rhythm of yoga as you revel in the blissful interplay between mind, body, and spirit.

ELEVATE SOUND BATH

Elevate offers a one-hour sound bath experience every Friday featuring crystal bowls and a gong to promote deep rejuvenation. The session begins with gentle breathwork to help you ground and connect with the space, followed by a guided relaxation before immersing you in the soothing sound bath, aligning your energy and deeply relaxing your nervous system to elevate your overall well-being.

OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

Spring is a perfect time to get outside and explore. Greater Palm Springs is home to over 100 hiking trails if you're looking to spend some time in nature. The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway is always a thrilling adventure, climbing more than 8,500 feet to the top of Mount San Jacinto (where you can hike and enjoy scenic views from the observation decks). Or book a Desert Adventure Red Jeep Tour to see the San Andreas Fault up-close. 

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