01/23/2025
Issue 484
Dear Cathedral City Residents,

Get ready for an incredible celebration! Our biggest-ever Taste of Jalisco Festival is coming to Downtown Cathedral City Jan. 31 – Feb. 2, 2025, and you won't want to miss a moment.

We're kicking things off with free admission for residents on Friday – just bring your Cathedral City ID or utility bill to the Solutions Desk, located next to the festival entrance. Plus, the first 250 residents each day can get free tickets to our amazing headline shows: the legendary Banda Maguey with Nacho Bustillos on Saturday and the thrilling Legends of Lucha Libre Live on Sunday!

We're thrilled to introduce the Jalisco Culinary Experience this year, where Los Arcos restaurant owners will share their expertise in interactive cooking demonstrations. Learn the secrets behind authentic salsa (Friday), perfect guacamole (Saturday), and craft margaritas (Sunday). Space is limited to 50 participants per session, so come early!

The excitement begins Friday evening with our beautiful City Hall flag-raising ceremony, followed by non-stop entertainment across two stages. Dance to contemporary Latin hits at the Cathedral City Stage, including Outlaw Mariachi and a special Selena tribute show, while the Jalisco Stage comes alive with colorful folklórico performances.

This year's festival is packed with new attractions:
  • Interactive cooking demonstrations with Los Arcos restaurant owners
  • Family-friendly petting zoo
  • Expanded carnival rides and games
  • Two stages of continuous entertainment
  • Spectacular folklórico performances
  • Mouth-watering authentic Mexican cuisine
  • Gold Medal Tequila Competition
  • Local artisan market
Join the fun starting at 5:00 PM Friday and 12:00 PM Saturday and Sunday. Grab your early bird tickets now for just $6.50 (regular admission $10 at door).

Let's come together as a community to celebrate our vibrant sister city relationship with Jalisco, Mexico. It's three days of culture, cuisine, and entertainment that you'll only find here in Cathedral City!

Visit www.tasteofjalisco.com for complete details. See you at the festival!
Ryan Hunt
Communication & Events Manager
(760) 770-0396
RHunt@cathedralcity.gov

Cathedral City Fire & EMS Reaches Significant Milestone in International Accreditation Process

The Cathedral City Fire & EMS Department has reached a significant milestone in its pursuit of accreditation through the Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE). Peer assessors from the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) conducted a comprehensive four-day site visit taking place January 5-9. During their site visit the peer assessors …Read more
Cathedral City Fire & EMS Reaches Significant Milestone in International Accreditation Process
Bids and Proposals: Special Events Contract(s) for Services ​Taste of Jalisco Festival, State of the City & ​Cathedral City LGBT+ Days

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Applications Now Available for Public Arts Commission’s 2025 Quarterly Art Exhibits at Cathedral City Library

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Enjoy Free Yoga Classes Jan. 21 – March 25, 2025, at Cathedral City Community Amphitheater

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CONE ZONE ALERT: HSIP 9B – Varner Road Safety Improvements Project
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Riverside County Down Payment Assistance Program Available for First Time Home Buyers
Don’t Want to Come to City Hall to Do Business? No Problem. We’re Bringing City Hall to You.

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Tickets Now Available for Coachella Valley Repertory's 2024-2025 Season in Downtown Cathedral City

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Tickets Now Available for Coachella Valley Repertory's 2024-2025 Season in Downtown Cathedral City
Art Walk

Art Walk

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The highly anticipated PEREZ ART DISTRICT art walks return on the fourth Friday of every month from 4 to 7 PM beginning in September. The most exciting, creative enclave in the Coachella Valley, the district highlights over 50 established, mid-career, and emerging artists in their studios and galleries. Dubbed the “SoHo of the desert,” the district’s high-quality art attracts collectors …

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Yoga at the Amphitheater

January 28, 2025
Yoga at the Amphitheater is a free community event series sponsored by the City of Cathedral City. It offers two types of yoga classes: gentle yoga for beginners and power yoga for more advanced practitioners. The classes are held every Tuesday morning from January 21st to March 25th at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater... Read more

9th Annual Taste of Jalisco Festival

Jan. 31 - Feb. 2, 2025

Get ready to savor the spirit of Mexico at the Taste of Jalisco Festival in Cathedral City, happening from January 31 to February 2, 2025. This three-day extravaganza includes live entertainment, fair & carnival, an artisan market, tequila tasting, mouthwatering food...Read more

Free Emergency Preparedness Grab & Go Event

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🕚 Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM 📍 Location: Cathedral City Library, Multi-Purpose Room 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City, CA Join Councilmember Rita Lamb and the Cathedral City Fire Department Prepare for emergencies like earthquakes with this informative and practical event! Learn how to create your own emergency preparedness kit and understand the …Read more
Free Emergency Preparedness Grab & Go Event

Quarterly Art Exhibit

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The Cathedral City Public Library is hosting its Quarterly Art Exhibit, showcasing works by 10 talented local artists selected from the Cathedral City Public Arts Commissions program. This vibrant exhibition will feature a diverse array of artistic mediums and unique perspectives. Visitors can explore the artwork, and some may be available for purchase, supporting the creative talents within the community. …Read more

Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - Daytime Moon

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Daytime Moon is a band of multi-instrumentalists/artists from Joshua Tree, CA. They write music from their hearts and they play them with their souls. a fusion of post-everything and soul, With an amazing live show and orchestra of instruments, Daytime Moon kicks out the jams and has something for everyone. Free Admission, Food for Purchase Food provided by: Taqueria …Read more

Dinner with Patsi - February

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Join Dinner with Patsi at La Tablita Restaurant, on Wednesday, February 19th, with seatings at 5 pm and 8 pm. Phone: (760) 321-5935 Located at 68369 E Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA. Patsi will be there to pass her Red Hat. Donations help Dinner with Patsi keep the lights on. They will also collect food items for the Cathedral City Senior Center Food Bank. Special Dinner Menu – …Read more

Let’s Jazz!

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Join us for a special event hosted by the amazing Yve Evans – A Private Party in a Public Place! 📅 Date: February 22, 2025 ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 📍 Location: The Roost Lounge, 68718 East Palm Canyon Dr., Cathedral City ✨ This incredible concert will feature special guests and be broadcast worldwide on International Jazz Day …Read more
Let’s Jazz!
Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - The Dreamboats

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Dive into a musical time machine with The Dreamboats as they bring back the magic of classic, original rock 'n' roll! Infusing the timeless sounds of the 50s & 60s with a fresh, contemporary energy, this Canadian quartet promises an evening of non-stop dancing, nostalgic melodies, and electrifying entertainment. From the spirited rhythms of Chuck Berry to the infectious charm …Read more

Community Shredding Event

March 1, 2025
Join us for FREE Document Shredding Events hosted by the City of Cathedral City! When: The first Saturday of the month from October to May. Time: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. ​ Location: 68700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero. ​ Bring all your sensitive documents, including legal documents, medical records, financial statements, tax records, and more! ​ …Read more
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March 4, 2025
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March 11, 2025
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Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - Radio Ready

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Southern California’s premiere, popular dance band Radio Ready is stacked with some of the most talented musicians from the Los Angeles, Palm Springs & Orange County area who embrace everything from 1940s jazz standards to today’s hottest dance music, bringing a unique sound of their own. With lead vocalists featured on Fox’s American Idol and the renowned, family-friendly Disney …Read more

Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - CCHS Band & Choir

March 25, 2025
More information Coming Soon. Free Admission, Food for Purchase Food provided by: Meester Zebra Restaurant Indulge in a weekly feast for the senses at Immerse yourself in a musical and culinary adventure like no other. Join us in Downtown Cathedral City every week from February 11 to April 8, 2025 and savor the flavors, rhythms, and talents of our vibrant … Read more

Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - ABBAFAB

April 1, 2025
Do you love the music of ABBA? then you do not want to miss this show! Having played to sold-out crowds across the U.S. and abroad, ABBAFAB is a stunning tribute to the music of ABBA featuring the sensational talents of some of TAD’s most talented and loved artists and musicians! This multimedia production is a tribute to some of …Read more

Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City - Leanna & The Free Agents

April 8, 2025
Leanna Rodgers fronts the lively musical group Leanna & The Free Agents. Based in Palm Springs, California, award-nominated vocalist and entertainer Leanna joins forces with local conga sensation Miguel to deliver a diverse repertoire of jazz, Latin, bossa nova, pop, Broadway hits, and soft rock. Leanna’s one-of-a-kind, sultry, and sassy vocals …Read more

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