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MON: Palm Springs Speaks – CeCe Moore
Palm Springs Speaks welcomes CeCe Moore to the Plaza Theatre on Monday, March 30 from 7:30–9 pm for an evening with one of the leading voices in genetic genealogy. Known for her groundbreaking work with investigative agencies across the country and her long-running role as the DNA expert on the PBS series Finding Your Roots, Moore has helped achieve more than 350 successful identifications that have reshaped modern forensic investigation. Get ticets
TUE: Palm Springs Symphony
The Plaza Theatre welcomes audiences for a refined evening on Tuesday, March 31 at 7:30 pm as the Palm Springs Symphony takes the stage with violinist Elizabeth Pitcairn and the famed Red Violin. Surrounded by the Symphony’s rich, expressive sound, Pitcairn brings a luminous blend of precision and passion to a program designed to captivate from the first note. Get tickets
TUE: Tastes and Sounds of Cathedral City Wraps Up its Season
Tastes and Sounds of Cathedral City concludes on Tuesday, March 31 from 5:30–7:30 pm with a performance by Giselle Woo & The Night Owls, bringing their signature blend of soulful vocals, desert‑rooted storytelling, and vibrant indie‑rock energy to the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater. As the final installment of the spring series, the evening pairs live music with food from Fat Boy Tacos and Crush Crush Cookies, creating a relaxed, community‑driven setting to close out the season. More info
WED: CV Firebirds Martini Night
The Coachella Valley Firebirds present their first-ever Martini Night, bringing a splash of mid‑week energy to the Firebirds game vs. Ontario Reign at Acrisure Arena on Wednesday, April 1, with a pre‑game lounge experience in The Oasis from 5–6:30 pm. Guests can enjoy $12 signature martinis including espresso martinis, cosmopolitans, traditional pours, and you‑call‑’em flavored options, all set to lounge‑style beats from a live DJ. Giveaways every 30 minutes include tix to upcoming shows from Bob Dylan, DWTS Con, Lionel Richie, and Chicago/Styx. Specially priced tickets for Martini Night are available exclusively here: Get tickets
WED: Billy Porter
The Plaza Theatre’s week continues Wednesday, April 1 at 7 pm as Billy Porter returns for an evening that showcases his magnetic storytelling, silky vocals, and unmistakable presence. On Thursday, April 2 at 8 pm, In The Air Tonight brings the premier Phil Collins and Genesis experience to the desert, blending uncanny vocals, dual drumming, and immersive visuals into a high‑energy concert that celebrates the full sweep of Collins’s solo hits and Genesis classics. The week concludes Saturday, April 4 at 8 pm when the New York Philharmonic String Quartet arrives with four Principal musicians whose collective mastery offers a refined and resonant chamber performance. Get tickets
WED: Rock the Park – Barbra Streisand Tribute
Rock the Park returns to Downtown Park on Wednesday, April 1 from 7–9 pm with Songbird, a tribute to Barbra Streisand that brings her iconic vocals and timeless style to the open‑air stage. This free monthly series invites the community to gather under the evening sky for top‑tier tribute performances running from December through May, creating a lively mid‑week tradition for locals and visitors alike. More info
WED: A Cabbello – Broadway Lights the Way
A Cabbello celebrates musical‑theatre storytelling with Broadway Lights the Way at the Cascade Lounge on Wednesday, April 1 from 7–8:30 pm. The desert’s premier men’s vocal ensemble brings its signature blend of harmony and heart to a program highlighting Broadway songs that illuminate love, justice, belonging, and our shared humanity. With doors opening at 6 pm, the evening offers an inspiring journey through the music and messages that continue to guide and uplift audiences. Get tickets
WED: Catherine O’Hara: Simply the Best – After Hours
Catherine O’Hara: Simply the Best continues Wednesday, April 1 at 6:30 pm at the Palm Springs Cultural Center/Camelot Theatre with a screening of After Hours, Martin Scorsese’s sharply comic plunge into one man’s surreal night in Manhattan. This tribute installment pairs O’Hara’s celebrated legacy with a film known for its eccentric characters and offbeat humor. Get tickets
THU–SUN: Desert Legends – Legendary Women’s Weekend
Desert Legends returns to Hotel Zoso from Thursday–Sunday, April 2–5 for a Legendary Women’s Weekend filled with celebration, connection, and community. Across four days, guests can enjoy a lively mix of meet‑and‑greets, music, comedy, golf and pickleball tournaments, pool parties, watch parties, and a Saturday night concert featuring Corday with special guests, along with the Desert Legends Award presentation honoring Sweet Baby J’ai. With events ranging from breakfast bingo to late‑night dancing, the weekend offers an exciting lineup designed to bring women together through play, performance, and shared experiences. See our event listing for the full detailed schedule: More info
THU–SUN: Western Xposure Spring
Western Xposure returns to CCBC Resort from Thursday–Sunday, April 2–5 for four days of sun‑soaked, clothing‑optional fun designed for bears and the men who love them. With all‑day pool parties featuring DJs Carrera, Bulldog, E. Feld, Evil JP, and BodyRolls, plus free BBQ lunches, trails, play spaces, hot tubs, and a relaxed “choose your adventure” vibe, this body‑ and sex‑positive gathering invites guests to unwind, explore, and recharge in a judgment‑free desert oasis. Get tickets
FRI & SAT: Meghan Murphy – The Big Red Show
Meghan Murphy storms into The Purple Room for two powerful nights as The Big Red Show takes over Friday and Saturday, April 3 and 4 from 6–9:30 pm. Known worldwide as “Big Red,” this magnetic singer, actor, and cabaret star delivers a whirlwind of bold vocals, razor‑sharp humor, and Old Hollywood glamour. With a songbook that swings from Broadway to Beyoncé and a stage presence critics call “a towering inferno of talent,” Meghan Murphy turns every performance into a high‑voltage celebration. Get tickets
This Week at the McCallum Theatre
On Tuesday, March 31 at 7:30 pm, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra brings a sweeping program led by Fabio Luisi, pairing Schumann’s beloved Piano Concerto with Mahler’s radiant Fourth Symphony featuring soprano Sofia Fomina. On Thursday, April 2 at 7 pm, BODYTRAFFIC takes the stage with its electrifying blend of precision, power, and theatricality. The week culminates Friday–Sunday, April 3–5 as Hadestown arrives in Palm Desert, inviting audiences into its haunting, hopeful reimagining of myth and music. Get tickets
THU–SAT: ICED – Frozen Borders, Burning Hope
Experience a thought-provoking world premiere as ICED – Frozen Borders, Burning Hope takes the stage Thursday–Saturday, April 2–4 at the Palm Springs Cultural Center. This gripping dark comedy by local playwright Patricia West-Del Ruth follows the disappearance of a young asylum seeker, challenging a guard to face the moral cost of a broken system. The production features a stellar ensemble including Judith Chapman, Yo Younger, and Charles Herrera, with atmospheric effects by Nick Wass. More info
FRI–SAT: Beehive: The 1960s Musical Celebration
Get ready to rock as the high-energy production of Beehive: The 1960s Musical Celebration runs through April 4 at Desert Theatreworks. This show is a groovy tribute to the powerhouse women vocalists of the 1960s, featuring chart-topping hits from legends like Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, and Janis Joplin. Six talented performers take the audience on a nostalgic journey with 40 favorites, including “My Boyfriend’s Back” and “Son of a Preacher Man.” More info
MON: Palm Springs Dog Park Restoration and Pop-Up Locations
The David H. Ready Palm Springs Dog Park will undergo maintenance starting Monday, March 30, but the city’s furry residents can still play! The Palm Springs Dog Park Restoration and Pop-Up Locations initiative has opened two temporary spots at Ruth Hardy Park and Sunrise Park. These pop-ups ensure a safe and healthy environment for dogs and their owners while the main park’s grass areas are restored for long-term quality. More info
