In its 65th edition, The American Express Golf Tournament returns to the picturesque desert landscape of La Quinta, promising a week filled with golfing excellence and star-studded entertainment. Set against the backdrop of three renowned Coachella Valley courses – the Pete Dye Stadium Course, the Jack Nicklaus Tournament Course at PGA West, and La Quinta…

Get ready for the much-anticipated 35th edition of the Palm Springs International Film Festival, set to grace the desert with a spectacular showcase of 179 films hailing from 74 countries. Among these cinematic gems, 47 premieres (including 8 World, 3 International, 12 North American, and 24 U.S. premieres) will captivate audiences from January 4 to…

Surfers, rejoice! The arid landscape of Southern California is now home to the Palm Springs Surf Club (PSSC), an oasis of waves, entertainment, and culinary delights. Nestled at 1500 S Gene Autry Trail and sprawling across 21 acres, this surf destination is set to make waves, quite literally, as it opens its doors on January…

Step into the festive spirit with "Keisha D Sings Ella Fitzgerald" on December 13th, concluding the dazzling cabaret series at the new Revolution Stage Company. The final performance, featuring Keisha D, recipient of the CVIndependent's "Best Vocalist" award, promises an enchanting evening of Ella Fitzgerald classics. Accompanied by a stellar four-piece band, including "Best Jazz…

The stage is set, the guitars are tuned, and the unmistakable baritone of country sensation Chris Young is ready to fill the air at the Agua Caliente Casino's The Show in Rancho Mirage on Friday, December 15th. As fans eagerly await the magic that only a Chris Young performance can bring, let's take a moment…

Opening Photo By Michael Davis Prepare to be swept away by the heartwarming and hilarious chronicles of the Coachella Valleys most cherished quartet: Mick, Jessay, Robert, and Bill, collectively known as the TikTok sensation @oldgays. In their much-anticipated book, these vibrant personalities share a tapestry of stories that span the decades, from the pre-Stonewall era to…

In a dazzling celebration of holiday magic, Palm Springs gears up for the 31st Annual Festival of Lights Parade, taking place along the iconic Palm Canyon Drive on December 2 at 545pm.This signature event attracts up to 100,000 residents and visitors annually, featuring enchanting floats, vibrant marching bands, and colossal holiday balloons, with the charismatic…

Artist -Trevor Wayne Palm Springs Pride, a radiant kaleidoscope of unity, equality, and the strength of the LGBTQ+ community, will unfold its jubilant spectacle all weekend long. The festival will reverberate through the heart of downtown Palm Springs, adorning Palm Canyon Drive between Amado Road and Baristo Road, the streets surrounding the downtown park on Museum…

Prepare to immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians' culture, history, and ancestral land at the long-awaited Agua Caliente Cultural Plaza, set to open its doors this fall. This 5.8-acre oasis in downtown Palm Springs, perched above the ancient Agua Caliente Hot Mineral Spring (known as Séc-he in…

Get ready for an electrifying Halloween experience at the 14th Annual Chili Tasting & Car Rally, taking place on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at the iconic Palm Springs Air Museum. This thrilling event, sponsored by the Desert Classic Car Association, promises a day filled with spooktacular fun for the entire family. Car Enthusiasts' Paradise Prepare…