November in Greater Palm Springs is full of excitement. As the temperatures cool, the events start warming up, offering everything from vibrant pride celebrations to soaring hot air balloons and art-filled festivals. Whether you’re sipping craft beer at an air museum or exploring an outdoor art fair, there’s always something unique happening. With the holidays around the corner, now’s the perfect time to dive into all the exciting events and experiences this month has to offer.
Events
LIVE with Kelly and Mark in Greater Palm Springs!
November 10-11
LIVE is hitting the road and this time they’re heading to…. Greater Palm Springs! They’re doing 4 shows from the The Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa in the heart of Palm Springs!
GREATER PALM SPRINGS PRIDE CELEBRATION
November 2-3
The 38th annual Greater Palm Springs Pride is happening this year as a free festival bringing a diverse community together. Known for celebrating the strength, equality, and self-determination of the LGBTQ+ community, Greater Palm Springs Pride celebrates with a parade, festival, and vendor marketplace.
RUN WITH LOS MUERTOS 5K
November 2
Día de los Muertos in Greater Palm Springs is a special holiday that reunites the living and dead. One celebration not to miss is the 9th annual Run with Los Muertos. From the pre, during, and post-5k run, there are art viewing opportunities, live music, neon lights, burning candles, and painted faces, all leading to a fun and fulfilling Saturday night.
PALM SPRINGS FOOD AND WINE EXPERIENCE
November 9-10
The Palm Springs Wine & Food Experience is a weekend full of deliciousness, inviting foodies to taste, savor, and explore the Palm Springs culinary scene, from local trends to regional traditions. Enjoy an outstanding showcase by local chefs, emerging talent, and nationally renowned culinary leaders. Lively cooking demonstrations and seminars will deliver unforgettable experiences for fans, connoisseurs, and people in the gourmet food industry.
HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL AND FOOD TRUCK FIESTA Presented by Agua Caliente Casinos
November 22-24
Agua Caliente Casinos Presents the 10th Annual Cathedral City Hot Air Balloon Festival + Food Truck Fiesta happening November 22-24. This event kicks off bright and early Friday at 6:30 a.m. with the first colorful balloon launch and continues all day Saturday and Sunday, offering a full weekend of fun. From a balloon glow to live music, this festival is a feast for the eyes and ears—and your taste buds! Indulge in delicious bites from some of Southern California’s top food trucks.
PROPS AND HOPS CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL
November 23
Gather your friends and head to the Props & Hops Craft Beer Festival at the Palm Springs Air Museum for a day of brews and vintage aircraft. This one-of-a-kind event prides itself on being the only craft beer festival with flying vintage aircraft in Southern California. Sip on craft brews while exploring the iconic planes up close and enjoying the beautiful weather.
THINGS TO DO
PALM SPRINGS VINTAGE MARKET
November 3
Back for the 2024/25 season, the Palm Springs Vintage Market takes place on the first Sunday of the month (October through May) and is ready to showcase vintage finds from furniture to clothing, as well as live entertainment and food.
MARIAH CAREY
November 13
The queen of Christmas and best-selling female artist of all time, Mariah Carey, is back with her annual Christmas extravaganza: The Mariah Carey's Christmas Time tour live at Acrisure Arena on November 13. Produced by Live Nation, this tour marks Carey’s grandest holiday spectacle to date and is the first of many surprises she has in store to celebrate the 30th anniversary of her legendary album Merry Christmas and its record-shattering single “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” The show will feature the global superstar’s timeless holiday classics alongside fan-favorite chart-toppers, promising an unforgettable festive experience.
MCCORMICK'S PALM SPRINGS EXOTIC CAR AUCTION
November 22-24
McCormick's Exotic Car Auction is a semi-annual event, held each February and November outdoors on the grounds of The Palm Springs Convention Center. Each auction features over 500 classic and exotic cars. Admission for the public is free on Friday, with 180 cars crossing the block and offering the opportunity to preview the weekend’s auction. Saturday and Sunday are $15 per day or $25 for both days.
ACRISURE SERIES
November 26-29
The Acrisure Series will feature top NCAA talent from across the nation, expanding to include the Acrisure Classic, Acrisure Invitational, and the inaugural Acrisure Holiday Invitational. Hosted at Acrisure Arena, this event will be the largest multi-team event at a single site. It includes 21 teams playing 19 games over four days, featuring top college basketball programs and numerous 2024 NCAA tournament participants.
PALM SPRINGS VILLAGEFEST
Every Thursday
Villagefest takes place in downtown Palm Springs from 6-10 p.m., when the street is closed to create a relaxed, fun, and festive atmosphere full of food, artists, fashion, and other unique vendors.
ARTS & CULTURE
LA QUINTA ART CELEBRATION
November 14-17
Plan a trip to the La Quinta Art Celebration, a can't-miss event for art lovers. Set against the beautiful backdrop of La Quinta Civic Center Park, this festival features works from 200 world-class artists. From classical to whimsical creations, there's something for every taste. Stroll through the park as you admire an eclectic mix of sculptures, paintings, and more, all while enjoying live entertainment and delicious food and drinks.
HEALTH & WELLNESS
PALM SPRINGS PRIDE 5K RUN & WALK
November 2
This year, you can participate in person or virtually, so anyone can take part in this 5K! This walk/run will take you through the historic neighborhood of Las Palmas in Palm Springs, consisting of mostly flat, paved streets. Proceeds will benefit the LGBTQ+ Community Center of the Desert (‘The Center’) and the Transgender Health and Wellness Center. Come out, show your support, and have some fun!
MINERAL WATER YOGA
Tuesdays and Saturdays
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.
ELEVATE SOUND BATH
Fridays
Elevate offers a one-hour sound bath experience every Friday featuring crystal bowls and a gong to promote deep rejuvenation. The session commences 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.
There is something for everyone this month in Greater Palm Springs. How will you Escape Your Ordinary?
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