November in the Desert Brings Pride, Tennis, Balloons and Wildlights

The Hamilton Real Estate Group October 26, 2026

November is when the Coachella Valley hits its stride. The heat is gone, the snowbirds are back, and the calendar fills with festivals, world-class tennis, comedy, concerts and a sky full of hot air balloons. From celebrations downtown to evenings under the stars, there is something for every taste. Here is what we are looking forward to this month.

DESERT HIGHLIGHTS

Palm Springs Food & Wine Festival: Nov 13-15

Now at Downtown Park, the festival opens Friday with a reception featuring celebrity chef Jamie Gwen and a Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute band, Fortunate Son. Saturday and Sunday bring unlimited tastings from boutique wineries, chef-owned restaurants and cooking demos. Proceeds support Les Dames d'Escoffier and The Center Community Food Bank.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click HERE.

Opera Under the Stars: Nov 7

The Palm Springs Opera Guild presents an evening at the Rancho Mirage Amphitheater with the full Coachella Valley Symphony, conducted by John Mario DiCostanzo, and six rising opera singers performing highlights from Strauss's Die Fledermaus. Doors open at 6 p.m., valet parking is complimentary and last year's concert sold out.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click HERE.

WTA Tennis Finals: Nov 8-15

The Indian Wells Tennis Garden hosts the season-ending showdown among eight singles players and eight doubles teams. Qualifiers include Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina, Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula and Mirra Andreeva. Round-robin play in two groups leads to the knockout rounds and a championship Sunday.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click HERE.

Veterans Day Parade: Nov 11

Downtown Palm Springs honors those who served with a one-hour parade beginning at 3:30 p.m. on Veterans Day. A patriotic concert and a fireworks finale follow at Amado Road and Palm Canyon Drive, making this a heartfelt, family-friendly evening that brings the whole community together.

For more information, click HERE.

Palm Springs Pride: Nov 6-8

Palm Springs celebrates with three days of free festival fun. Highlights include Lady Bunny and DJ Tracy Young at Lola Rose Pride, Del Shores' Sordid Lives, a 5K Run & Walk and pool parties. The parade steps off Sunday at 10 a.m. and ends at the Pride Festival at Amado, where artists, food, drinks and vendors await.

For more information, click HERE.

Indio BBQ Festival: Nov 14

Downtown Indio fills with the aroma of barbecue as local restaurants serve their best smoked dishes. The festival features live music throughout the day, a free children's area and an adult beverage area. It is an easy, festive way to enjoy a fall evening with friends and family in the heart of the city.

For more information, click HERE.

McCormack's Classic Car Auction: Nov 20-22

Auction 81 takes over the outdoor area of the Palm Springs Convention Center for three days of classic cars crossing the block. Bidders can register online ahead of time, and sellers are still being accepted. Whether you are buying, selling or just browsing, it is a feast for car lovers.

For more information, click HERE.

Cathedral City Hot Air Balloon Festival: Nov 20-22

The Festival Lawn comes alive with colorful balloons, live music, a classic car show, carnival rides and costumed stilt walkers. Guests can book a balloon flight or a tethered ride, and festival tickets start at just $12, with children 8 and under admitted free with a ticketed adult.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click HERE.

Props & Hops Craft Beer Festival: Nov 21

Sample more than 40 craft beers at the Palm Springs Air Museum while the Desert Sol Band and the John Stanley King Band play. Food trucks keep the afternoon delicious, aircraft take off and land throughout the day, and a separate Rare Beer Flight takes tasting aloft in a historic aircraft. Leashed dogs are welcome.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click HERE.

Wildlights at The Living Desert: Nov 24 - Dec 30

Millions of lights transform The Living Desert each evening from 6 to 9 p.m. Stroll the Tunnel of Lights, see the 30-foot Christmas tree and the Giant Present, take free photos with Santa and toast s'mores. Walk African Safari pathways, and adults can enjoy beer, wine and specialty cocktails.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click HERE.

Coachella Valley Lakers: Home games all month

The NBA G League affiliate of the Los Angeles Lakers plays their first season at Acrisure Arena staring in November. The team hosts Salt Lake City on Nov 6 and San Diego on Nov 9 and 10. It is a chance to see young pros and future NBA talent up close at a family-friendly price.

For more information and to purchase tickets, click HERE.

LAUGH A LITTLE

Rock Gallery Comedy Club

Downtown Palm Springs' intimate comedy room serves up shows six to seven nights a week. Headliners this month include:

  • Michael Anekwe (Nov 6)
  • Michael Henry and Oliver Wong, PRIDE Comedy Shows (Nov 6)
  • Jessica Inserra (Nov 7)
  • Oliver Wong (Nov 8)
  • Spiro Siavelis (Nov 10)
  • Jason Horton (Nov 14)
  • Rafael Molina (Nov 17)
  • Justin Lain (Nov 20)
  • Seth Kelly (Nov 24)
  • Joe Hill (Nov 28)

Comedy runs most nights of the month, with FREE Open Mic Stand-Up every Monday and Wednesday.

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE.

Plaza Theatre
  • Margaret Cho: Choligarchy: Nov 7

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The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage
  • Chris Tucker: Nov 7
  • Adam Ray: Nov 20

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE.

ENJOY SOME MUSIC

McCallum Theatre
  • Stars, Stripes and Songs: Nov 10
  • Straight No Chaser: Nov 11

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE.

The Show at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage
  • Zeppelin USA: Nov 6
  • Kook and the Gang: Nov 21
  • Mannheim Steamroller: Nov 27

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE.

Fantasy Springs Casino
  • Alice Cooper: Nov 14

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Spotlight 29 Casino
  • Jeffrey Osborne: Nov 7
  • The O'Jays: Nov 21

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Morongo Casino
  • The Isley Brothers: Nov 7
  • Stone Temple Pilots: Nov 21

For more information and to buy tickets, click HERE.

ENJOY LOCAL THEATER

Palm Canyon Theatre
  • Sorded Lives: Through Nov 15
  • The Producers: Nov 27 - Dec 13

For more information and to get tickets, click HERE.

McCallum Theatre
  • & Juliet: Through Nov 1
  • The Who's Tommy: Nov 24-29

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CVRep
  • The Minutes: Through Nov 15

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Revolution Stage Company
  • Urinetown: The Musical: Nov 3,4, 13-15, 20, 22, 27-29

For more information and to get tickets, click HERE.

Dezart Performs
  • Come From Away: Nov 18 - Dec 6

For more information and to get tickets, click HERE.

Desert Theatreworks
  • Sister Act: A Divine Musical Comedy: Nov 13-29

For more information and to get tickets, click HERE.

ART EXHIBITIONS

Palm Springs Art Museum
  • Alternative Palm Springs: Other Desert Architectures: Through Jan 4, 2027
  • Lita Albuquerque: Cosmic Land: Through May 3, 2027
  • Jean-Michel Basquiat: Photographs by Lee Jaffe: Through Mar 1, 2027

For more information, click HERE.

Melissa Morgan Fine Art
  • Welcome Back Reception w/David Yarrow: Nov 6

For more information, click HERE.

The Perez Art District

Cathedral City's art hub opens its studios for Second Saturday Showcase on Nov 14 and the Fourth Friday Art Walk on Nov 27.

For more information, click HERE.

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