holiday events in palm desert

Spending winter in the greater Palm Springs area is perfect for those looking to escape the frightful cold of northern locations. Whether you live here year-round, visit routinely, or try to make it out here at least once a year, or even if this is your first time visiting Palm Springs there are so many great holiday events to enjoy.

Magic of Lights at the Empire Polo Club

This fun drive-through display of holiday lights began on November 18 and runs through January 1 from 6 to 10 PM. Experience the amazing light displays from the comfort of your own car as you drive yourself through the sparkling path of greater Palm Springs's newest holiday tradition.

Wildlights at The Living Desert

Happening from November 22 to December 30 from 6 PM to 9 PM. The Wildlights at the Living Desert has been a holiday tradition for 30 years. Enjoy millions of lights on display throughout the park grounds. The G-scale model train is always a big hit with its 3300 feet of decorated tracks.

Festival of Lights Parade

The light parade has been happening in Palm Springs for the past 27 years. This parade is always a popular tradition featuring tractors and floats covered in thousands of lights along with marching bands and performing groups. Santa and Mrs. Claus finish out the parade and usher in the holiday cheer.

Merry Movie Nights at the Gardens at El Paseo

Happening every Saturday from November 26 through December 17. The shows start at 5 PM. Come out and enjoy a holiday movie at a lesser cost in this outdoor Cinema setup. Make sure to bring cozy blankets and your favorite snacks to relax under the stars and enjoy a movie with your family. Adult tickets are seven dollars each and children 16 and under are five dollars.

Cabazon Dinosaurs

Cabazon Dinosaurs are all decked out in their holiday finest and ready for you to come and enjoy the season with them. Enjoy a fun family photo in front of the 65-foot tall Tyrannosaurus rex in a Santa suit. Stroll through this outdoor dinosaur trail decorated with colorful lights and garlands and jump in a Santa sleigh pulled by a jolly velociraptor. Top off your night with a dinosaur-themed ice cream treat at Wafflesaurus Truck.

This is just a handful of the many fun holiday events happening around the greater Palm Springs area in the Christmas season for 2022. For more information on living in the greater Palm Springs area including all Palm Springs real estate and surrounding areas please contact us anytime.