What could be better than more than 300 days of sunshine? How about a year’s worth of fun and festivities to go with it? Discover a new side of this sunny oasis all year long with these stellar events in Cathedral City.
Hot Air Balloon Festival and Food Truck Fiesta, November 21-23, 2025
Look up, in the sky! It’s a bird, it’s a plane—no, it’s a canopy of color from the annual Hot Air Balloon Festival! Cathedral City’s beautiful weather and clear skies create the perfect opportunity for seeing the oasis from above, and in November, visitors can do just that from the cozy basket of a hot air balloon. If you’d rather keep your feet on the ground, there’s still plenty to explore: nightly hot air balloon glows, concerts, jazz and wine dinners and hot air balloon races will keep your head in the clouds. Accompanied with the Food Truck Fiesta with options to fit your every craving.
Palm Springs International Film Festival, January 2-13, 2026
The Palm Springs International Film Festival reaches into Cathedral City this upcoming season with screenings at the Mary Pickford Theatre. Don't miss the film festival of the season!
LGBT+ Days, March 6-8, 2026
Celebrate a decade of pride at the 10th Annual Cathedral City LGBT+ Days, March 6–8, 2026! This vibrant weekend features the wildly fun Bed Race through downtown, live entertainment, VIP experiences, food and drinks at the Cathedral City Amphitheater, interactive digital trivia with Deven & Handsome Ned, and the fierce Cat City Drag Race. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of community, color, and culture!
Taste Of Jalisco, 2026 TBA
Experience the vibrant flavors and culture of Mexico at the Taste of Jalisco Festival in Cathedral City. This yearly celebration features live entertainment, a carnival, vendors, tequila tastings, delicious cuisine, and so much more!
Want more things to do? Check out our Greater Palm Springs events calendar.
