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International Film Festivals
In January, A-list celebrities kick-off the award season, lighting up the night sky at the Palm Springs International Film Festival. The star-powered entertainment continues at ShortFest in late June. (January and June)
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Humana Challenge
Continuing the tradition of the former Bob Hope Classic, the expanded Humana Challenge golf tournament draws a worldwide audience for its 72-hole, pro-am style event that pairs golf professionals with Hollywood celebrities. (January)
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BNP Paribas Open
The most-attended tennis tournament outside of the Grand Slam, this 96-draw event includes both men and women players over an exciting two-week period on the ATP and WTA world masters tours. The gorgeous Indian Wells Tennis Garden, boasts an impressive 16,100-seat stadium. (March)
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Stagecoach
For country music fans, there’s no grander event west of the Mississippi than Stagecoach Festival. This annual outdoor music festival features an all-star country lineup and more than 55,000 visitors per day. (April)
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Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival
Named the best major non-touring music festival in America, The Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival rocks more than 75,000 fans each year with 120-plus top and rising musicians giving rousing open-air performances over two exciting weekends. Also enjoy a diversity of artists and food vendors. (April)
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Empire Polo Club
In true California desert polo tradition, spectators can see two games every Sunday afternoon between January and March. Every Friday night, Polo Under The Lights features thrilling polo competitions after dark. You can even attend pre-season games on weekends in December. (December – March)
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The Kraft Nabisco Championship
The Kraft Nabisco is held right in Mission Hills, this highly-celebrated annual event is one of the five major championships on the LPGA Tour since 1983. The event is held March – April
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The Westin Villas Market
Twice a week at designated times you can enjoy complimentary Starbucks® coffee and a newspaper while you shop in the Clubhouse, which is transformed into a bustling marketplace featuring local vendors. (Year-round)
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College of the Desert Street Fair
This open-air street fair is located on the beautiful campus of College of the Desert, surrounded by date palms and mountain vistas. With 340 vendors offering merchandise, food, arts & crafts, and a farmers market, it’s the perfect place to find just the right gift for yourself or others. (Year-round)
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Villagefest
Attracting thousands of visitors each week, Villagefest offers great street entertainment in the heart of beautiful downtown Palm Springs. Each block offers new discoveries where you can browse more than 200 booths offering beautiful art, handcrafted items and unique food. (Year-round)