July 4th – Freedom is to be Cherished and Celebrated

Do it in style at one or more of these exciting events

Palm Springs: All-American July 4th Fireworks and Palm Springs Power Baseball & Fireworks. The Palm Springs Power stadium team plays the Palm Springs Collegiate League All-Stars at 6:05 p.m. Gates open at 8 p.m. for the 9:15 p.m. fireworks display. Stadium entry and seating is free. 1901 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs. palmspringspowerbaseball.com/scheduleresults/promotional-schedule/july-4th-at-the-ballpark/

Palm Desert: Independence Day Celebration. Bring a picnic or purchase food from vendors. Lawn seating, so bring blankets and folding chairs. The National Anthem plays at 7:15 p.m., followed by the Swing Cats Big Band, 7:30 p.m. and fireworks, 9 p.m. Palm Desert Civic Center Park, 43900 San Pablo, Palm Desert. Ave. shadowmountainresort.com/events/palm-desert-independence-day-celebration/

Rancho Mirage: Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa Fireworks Extravaganza.The fourth annual fireworks display begins at 9 p.m. Go early to get a good spot. Agua Caliente Casino Resort, 32250 Bob Hope Drive, www.hotwatercasino.com 

Indio: Fantasy Springs Resort Casino’s Fireworks. Show up early. Fireworks blast off at 8:45 p.m. from the Eagle Falls Golf Course. Bring blankets and folding chairs. Enjoy the show from the Eagle Falls Pro Shop and parking lot. Eagle Falls Golf Course/Fantasy Springs Resort Casino 84245 Indio Springs Parkway www.PalmSpringsLife.com

Been There, Done That? Try One of These

Celebrate High in the Sky at Big Bear and Idyllwild

  • Big Bear Lake: Big Bear Fourth of July Fun Run
  • Big Bear Lake: Fourth of July at 8,200 Feet
  • Idyllwild: 52nd Annual Fourth of July Parade
  • Palm Desert: Vista Point on Highway 74 is 5 miles up and a great spot to watch valley-wide fireworks shows.

or, Celebrate High on a Barstool

  • Tommy Bahama, Palm Desert: Watch the fireworks show from the second-story patio of Tommy Bahama’s.
  • High Bar at the Rowan, Palm Springs: The rooftop terrace at the new Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs is a prime spot to view the local pyrotechnics.

Summer is Here! Make it a Long,Tall Cool One! 

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway—Cool-Off all Summer Long with a Tramway Pass. 

Passes are valid through August 31, and includes unlimited Tram admissions, 10% discount on additional Tram admissions (up to 6 in party), 10% discount at Peaks Restaurant or Pines Café, and unlimited free parking.  A Summer Pass is $80 for adults, $40 for children 3-10. Visit www.pstramway.com.

Big Bear Lake—Clear Skies, Fresh Water, Cool Temps 

Big Bear Lake is a mountain resort with a fresh water lake seven miles offering fishing, water sports, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, tours, a public zoo, a nine-hole golf course, seven campgrounds, and restaurants. A 1¾ hour drive from Palm Springs.  Summer daytime temp’s average 80 degrees with nighttime lows of 45 degrees. https://www.bigbear.com/

Idyllwild—Old Western Charm, Shops and Treats

Nestled in the San Jacinto Mountains among tall pines and sweet smelling cedars, the small-town charm, shops and restaurants make for a perfect weekend getaway.  Art and Jazz Festivals are favorite summertime events. Daytime temp’s average low to mid 80’s and 50’s in the evening. A 45-minute to 1-hour drive from Palm Springs. http://www.idyllwild.com/

How Cool is It! Locally Grown, Farm Fresh Foods, in the Westfield Mall

Indoor Certified Farmers Market, through Sep. 16

Get your food and clothes shopping done all in one stop! Buy fresh off the farm, certified organic produce, gourmet foods and flowers. Sundays, July 1, 8, 15, 22, from 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. www.WestfieldMarket.com

AJ’s on the Green & Splash! Bar and Lounge—Daily Entertainment, Sunday Brunch  

Located in a lovely park-like setting, it is known for generous pours and long day/night happy hours, and creative menu. 36200 Date Palm Dr., Cathedral City, www.ajsonthegreen.com 

Ingleside Inn—Romantic Boutique Hotel, Fine Dining & Entertainment

Romance and the he famous Melvyn’s Restaurant & Lounge await you. Serving Brunch, Lunch and Dinner, the menu is simple and scrumptious. The Casablanca Lounge at Melvyn’s is best known for its nightly entertainment and popular Sunday Night Jam sessions.  200 West Ramon Road, Palm Springs. www.inglesideinn.com

The Nest—Great Food, People Watching and Dancing

The Nest offers an eclectic menu of exquisite and tasty dishes like, Escargot, Australian Rack of Lamb, Weiner Schnitzel, Filet Mignon. It’s best known for its fun and festive atmosphere. People of every age arrive with only one thing in mind—to have fun and dance the night away.   75-188 Highway 111, Indian Wells. www.gotothenest.com 

Day’s May be Hot, but the Night’s are Sizzling!

Fantasy Springs Casino

  • Michael McDonald| July 7
  • Counting Crows | July 13
  • Pitbull | July 21
  • Korean Concert-One Summer Night | July 28

For box office tickets click here Fantasy Springs Resort

 

Agua Caliente Casino

  • Kenny Loggins | July 7
  • The Ultimate Queen Celebration Starring Marc Martel | July 12
  • Village People | July 14
  • Donny & Marie Osmond | July 27
  • Park Kang-Sung, Chu Ga-Yeoul & Kum Jan Di | July 28
  • Hotel California: Salute to The Eagles | July 29

For box office tickets click here Agua Caliente

 

Spotlight 29

  • Bronco | July 14
  • Los Chicos De 512: The Selena Experience | July 28

For box office tickets click here Spotlight 29 Casino

Fantasy Springs Resort Casino’s Fireworks, July 3. Start 8:45 p.m., from the Eagle Falls Golf Course. Show up early for a good spot.  Bring blankets, folding chairs.  84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. www.PalmSpringsLife.com

“Women Behind Bars” at the Desert Rose Playhouse, June 22 – July 29, Fri/Sat at 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m. Desert Rose Playhouse, 69-620 Hwy 111, Rancho Mirage. For tickets and 2018/2019 Season Schedule, click here www.desertroseplayhouse.org

Journey through the Desert-The Road Less Traveled at Palm Springs Art Museum, The Galen, Palm Desert. Summer Hours through Sept. 2, Fri – Sun. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., closed Mon. through Thurs. & Holidays.  Features work by approx. 20 American photographers. Presenting an archive of Stephen H. Willard, who captured the spiritual and natural beauty of the desert in the early 20th Century.  For more information click here www.psmuseum.org/

VillageFest, downtown Palm Springs, every Thursday through July. Downtown Palm Springs transforms into a diverse array of artists, artisans, entertainers, and purveyors of fresh fruits and veggies, flowers, jewelry, snacks and sweets. Time/Place: 6-10pm / Palm Canyon Drive, Contact: www.villagefest.org

College of the Desert Street Fair, Every Sat. & Sun Merchandise and services for all ages and any budget, the Street Fair offers more than 300 merchants, artists, a Farmer’s Market, entertainment, food and much more. Time/Place: 7 a.m.- 2 p.m. / 43500 Monterey Ave., Palm Desert, Contact: 760-636-7957 /www.codaastreetfair.com