Fun things to do, experience and see in Palm Desert this Holiday season. We may still have some warm weather ahead of us but things are starting to cool down and get into the Christmas spirit around Palm Desert.
Here are some of our favorite things to do and see this Holiday season around Palm Desert.
WildLights - This unique event is now in its 22nd year with nearly 1,000,000 lights, a wildlife wonder show, animal rides, amusement rides, food, music and more. This event is happening now through December 31 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Located at the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens located at 47900 Portola Ave. Grab the kids and don't miss this unique holiday tradition.
Rockin’ the Holiday Musical – Live it Up Production is proud to present this year's event Rockin’ the Holidays at the Marriott in Palm Desert. This will put you in the holiday mood fast with a rock 'n roll style whimsical production. This runs through December 31st so there are plenty of chances to get to this fun and festive event. Tickets are between $15 and $55 for VIP and the event is located at 74855 Country Club Dr. at the Marriott Desert Springs Resort.
Mccallum Theatre Annual Gala - This year's event will feature Audra McDonald and Martin Short accompanied by a six piece orchestra conducted by the Emmy and Grammy award winner Richard Kaufman. Dinner and performances are $500 prior to the performance event with cocktail starting at 5:30 PM For the performance only is between $55 and $75 Thursday, December 4 at 8:00 PM. Don't miss this unique and fun way to celebrate the holiday season with some of your favorite actors and actresses.
Celebrate the Season in Palm Desert - This festival is held December 5 from 5:30 PM until 6:30 PM where the city invites residents and visitors to bring in the winter holidays at City Hall. There will be tree lighting, live music from carolers, children's activities, music, food and a visit from Santa Claus himself.
Also at the McCallum Theatre on December 11 from 8:00 PM until 10:00 PM will be the Oh! What a Night! Performance with an exciting musical tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. On December 12 and the 13th from 8:00 PM until 10:00 PM enjoyed the Irish Tenors Christmas. If you love live symphonic orchestras and some of the most amazing tenors around then you can't miss this exciting event. On December 14 from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM is the Colors of Christmas, which is a live performance and holiday tradition with classics and a 12 piece band with spectacular choir.
The Nutcracker is proud to be shown also at the McCallum theater on December 17 from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM. And on December 20 from 8:00 PM until 10:00 PM is the Merri-Achi Christmas. This colorful and traditional Mexican holiday celebration features songs, dance and festive merriment.
At the Fantasy Springs Casino is the Celtic Women Home for Christmas tour on December 13 from 8:00 PM until 10:00 PM.
There's always something fun to see this holiday season throughout Palm desert and surrounding towns and communities. For more information visit the links in this post or check back with this blog post for more local events, activities and real estate around Palm Desert. Image by Christine Majul and Ken Srail Flickr
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