October Brings Modernism, Hockey and Halloween Magic to the Desert
The Hamilton Real Estate Group September 27, 2026
The Hamilton Real Estate Group September 27, 2026
October is when the Coachella Valley shifts back into its full stride. The heat breaks, the patios fill up, and the calendar turns electric with design tours, food festivals, live comedy, and the Firebirds dropping the puck on a new season. Whether you are chasing midcentury architecture, a hilarious night out, or a front row seat for live music, this month gives you plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the desert we love calling home.
The flagship February event gets a fall companion, with home tours, lectures, and a design market that celebrate the valley's midcentury modern architecture and style. It is a more intimate way to explore the buildings and neighborhoods that made Palm Springs famous, without the February crowds.
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An immersive art, light, and EDM/dance music experience lands in Indio for one weekend, blending large scale installations with a live lineup. It is the kind of only-in-the-desert happening that rewards showing up with an open mind and comfortable shoes.
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Local restaurants, chefs, and purveyors gather for a weekend built around the valley's best eating and drinking. Bring your appetite and expect to leave with a few new favorite spots on your list.
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Epson Tour Championship: Oct 1-4
The LPGA's developmental tour wraps its season right here in the valley, with the top players competing for cards and a season-ending title. Desert golf fans get a front row seat to the next wave of LPGA talent before the rest of the country even knows their names.
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Runners take on the steep, switchbacking road up to the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway in one of the valley's toughest and most scenic races. The climb is brutal, but the views over the valley floor make every mile worth it.
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El Paseo closes to traffic for one of the desert's most beloved community traditions, a parade of decorated golf carts rolling down our signature shopping street. Grab a spot along the curb and cheer on the neighbors, clubs, and local businesses who turn out every year.
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The Desert Cancer Foundation turns El Paseo pink for a morning of walking, community, and breast cancer awareness. It is a meaningful way to spend a Saturday morning while supporting a cause that touches so many desert families.
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The Firebirds drop the puck on their fifth season at Acrisure Arena this month, and desert hockey fans already know how electric that building gets on game night. Get your season started early with one of these October home dates.
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From costume parties to trick or treat trails, the valley leans all the way into the spooky season this month. Here are a few of the standout ways to celebrate.
Halloween Palm Springs takes over the Arenas District for a two night street party on October 30 and 31, with live DJs and a costume contest offering more than $2,000 in prizes. Admission is free with a suggested donation to LGBTQ charities.
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A string quartet performs Halloween-inspired classics by candlelight at The Ritz-Carlton Rancho Mirage, a hauntingly beautiful evening for anyone who likes their spooky season with a little elegance.
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The cult classic comes to life on stage at One Eleven Bar in Cathedral City, with an all-live cast bringing every bit of the show's signature chaos and camp. It is a 21 and up party, so come ready to do the Time Warp.
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Ring in Halloween night itself with live music, a multi-course dinner, and a full bar at PS Underground. It is a great way to close out the month in style before the trick or treaters take over.
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Downtown Palm Springs' intimate stand-up room keeps the laughs coming most nights of the week, mixing touring headliners with local favorites.
Comedy runs most nights of the month, with FREE Open Mic Stand-Up every Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
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Palm Springs Art Museum welcomes Lita Albuquerque: Cosmic Land, an immersive exploration of land, sky, and space from the celebrated Los Angeles artist, opening October 16 and running through May 3, 2027. A Queer Arcana: Art, Magic, and Spirit continues through October 18, its final days to catch this exploration of mysticism and identity.
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Backstreet Art District hosts its First Wednesday Art Walk on October 7 from 5 to 7pm, with galleries and working artist studios throwing open their doors across the district.
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The Perez Art District's Fourth Fridays returns October 23 from 4 to 7pm, with more than 30 working artists in Cathedral City opening their studios for an afternoon of open houses, conversation, and art appreciation.
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October in the desert brings Modernism Week, Firebirds hockey, live comedy, and a month of Halloween fun. Here is everything worth doing this month.
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