Top 10 things to do in the Coachella Valley this week, Oct. 31-Nov. 6
There are always plenty of things to do in the Coachella Valley. We've put together a list of events and entertainment happening this week.
To submit an event for consideration, send an email to [email protected] with a brief description.
Here are 10 things to do this week:
Swoon at the Moon
Enjoy a self-guided, open-house style event with the opportunity to view the moon in its first quarter phase, along with exploring volcanic features, impact craters and lunar swirls.
Where: Rancho Mirage Public Library and Observatory, 71-100 Highway 111, Rancho Mirage
Date: Monday, Oct. 31
Time: 6:30-8 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: ranchomiragelibrary.evanced.info
OutBook Outloud Club
OutBook is a monthly speakers series providing opportunities to engage with LGBTQ+ authors. This month's event will feature "A Wild and Precious Life: A Memoir" by Edie Windsor with Joshua Lyon.
Where: Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 2
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: psculturalcenter.org/pscc/outbook-club
Death From Above 1979
Death From Above 1979, a Canadian rock duo, will perform at Pappy & Harriet's with The OBGMS, a Canadian punk rock band. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry.
Where: Pappy & Harriet's Pioneertown Palace, 53-688 Pioneertown Road, Pioneertown
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 2
Time: Doors open at 5 p.m., concert starts at 7 p.m.
Tickets: $30
Information: pappyandharriets.com/events
First Wednesday Art Walk
Stroll through 13 unique galleries and studios while supporting the local art community at this creativity-inspiring event. Eventgoers can also enjoy live entertainment, food offerings and beverages.
Where: Backstreet Art District, 2600 S. Cherokee Way, Palm Springs
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 2
Time: 5-8 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: backstreetartdistrict.com
Pride Event: Boozehounds Bow Wow Ball
Boozehounds kicks off Palm Springs Pride with The Bow Wow Ball. Bring your dogs and enjoy happy hour specials, an outdoor beer garden, parking lot festivities and dog adoptions.
Where: Boozehounds, 2080 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Date: Thursday, Nov. 3
Time: 2-6 p.m.
Tickets: Free; donations encouraged for participating dog rescues and shelter
Information: boozehoundsps.com
Broadway in Drag Pageant
Hosted by Brian Scott and Dana Adkins, this official Palm Springs Pride Event features Drag contestants in a Broadway-style production. The event benefits The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert.
Where: Palm Canyon Theatre, 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Date: Friday, Nov. 4
Time: 7 p.m.
Tickets: $35 general; $53 VIP
Information: bit.ly/BroadwayinDrag
Three's Company LIVE
Enjoy a drag parody of the beloved ’70s sitcom with a cast featuring Heklina, Mario Diaz, Jayla D. Foxx, Vanity Halston, Crissy Fields and Nancy French.
Where: Palm Springs Cultural Center, 2300 E. Baristo Road, Palm Springs
Date: Wednesday, Nov. 2 through Friday, Nov. 4
Time: 7 p.m.
Tickets: $30
Information: bit.ly/ThreesCompanyLIVE
The Pride on the Page Festival
This pride-themed book festival will feature book discussions led by panel moderators. Each hour-long discussion will be followed by a break for book signings.
Where: Welwood Murray Memorial Library, 100 S. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Date: Friday, Nov. 4 and Saturday, Nov. 5
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Tickets: Free
Information: palmspringsca.gov
'Barefoot in the Park'
Desert Theatreworks presents Neil Simon's "Barefoot in the Park," a romantic comedy focusing on newlyweds as they begin married life in a tiny fifth-floor apartment in New York City. After a six-day honeymoon, the couple get a surprise visit from the mother-in-law and decide to play matchmaker during a hilarious dinner with their eccentric neighbor-in-the-attic. Rated PG.
Where: Desert Theatreworks, 45-175 Fargo St., Indio
Dates: Thursday through Sundays from Friday, Nov. 4 through Sunday, Nov. 27 (no show on Thursday, Nov. 24)
Times: 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays
Tickets: Starting at $39.50
Information: dtworks.org
'Nunsensations!'
The Nunsense Vegas Revue takes the sisters on a brand new adventure. When a parishioner volunteers to donate $10,000 to the sisters’ school if they will perform in a club in Las Vegas, Mother Superior is hesitant to accept. However, after being convinced by the other sisters that “what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas,” Reverend Mother agrees.
Where: Palm Canyon Theatre, 538 N. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs
Dates: Thursdays through Sundays from Thursday, Nov. 3 through Sunday, Nov. 13 (no show on Friday, Nov. 4)
Times: 7 p.m. Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. Sundays
Tickets: Starting at $20
Information: palmcanyontheatre.net
Inclusion in The Desert Sun's weekly community calendar is solely at the editors' discretion. Priority is given to free, community-oriented events.
To submit an event, send an email to [email protected], including the following: name of event; date of event; location of event; time of event; charge, if any; phone number or website for further information. Please attach a photo.
This article originally appeared on Palm Springs Desert Sun: 10 things to do in the Palm Springs area this week
