CATalysts of the Future - A Cathedral City Public Art Exhibition
2025-03-31 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-04-01 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-04-02 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-04-03 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-04-04 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-04-05 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-04-06 06:00 - 22:00, 2025-04-07 06:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 13 more dates | Town Square Park, 68700 Ave Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Experience the whimsical world of Karen & Tony Barone at Cathedral City’s newest public art exhibition! Their playful, larger-than-life sculptures are taking over Town Square Park from March 15th through April 20th.
Join us Saturday, March 15th at Noon for the public dedication and reception. Cathedral City Town Square. Dedication in front of CC City Hall.
Featuring colorful animal sculptures including rabbits, cats, and more abstract pieces, this free outdoor exhibition brings art into everyday spaces. The Barones’ signature bold colors and playful designs create the perfect backdrop for your spring photos!
Presented by the Cathedral City Public Arts Commission and sponsored by the Chuck Jones Gallery, this installation continues Cathedral City’s commitment to public arts that inspire and delight.
📍 Cathedral City Town Square Park
📅 March 15 – April 20
💰 Free admission
📱 More info: cjtaccc@chuckjones.com or www.baroneart.com

Color the Spectrum: Autism Art Festival
2025-04-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
📅 Sunday, April 6, 2025⏰ 10 AM – 1 PM📍 Cathedral City Community Amphitheater🚀 Free Admission!
Celebrate Autism Acceptance with a vibrant day of creativity, community, and fun! This festival highlights the incredible talents of artists with Autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities.
🌟 Event Highlights:🎭 Showcase of Talent – Marvel at inspiring artwork from youth and adult artists.🛍️ Marketplace – Discover unique products from entrepreneurs on the spectrum.🎨 Fun Activities – Arts & crafts, face painting, chalk art, musical performances, a kid-in-a-bubble activity, delicious food, prizes, and more!
🌈 Bring your family and friends for a joyful day of art, inspiration, and celebration. Let’s come together to honor creativity, diversity, and acceptance!
For more info, visit IEAutism.org
🔗 #ColorTheSpectrum #AutismAcceptance #AutismArtFestival #CathedralCityEvents

Spring Fest: Celebrating Earth Day and Global Youth Service Day
2025-04-12 08:30 - 12:00 | Century Park, 69908 Century Park Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Join us for Cathedral City’s Spring Fest on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 8:30 AM to noon at Century Park. This family-friendly event combines the celebration of Earth Day and Global Youth Service Day with meaningful activities and educational opportunities for all ages.
Featured Activities:

Walking for Water 6K: Experience the global water crisis firsthand by walking 6 kilometers while carrying 6 liters of water in a backpack, mirroring the daily reality for many people worldwide. Participants receive a free backpack!
Pop-up Exhibits from The S.C.R.A.P. Gallery showcasing environmental art and education
Cathedral City Library Booth offering crafts and interactive activities
Environmental Education Booths with information on sustainability practices
“Get The Buzz on Bees!” Art Contest highlighting the importance of pollinators
Sunny Sands Elementary Sustainability Squad demonstrations and activities

Explore all the activities and enter for a chance to win a bicycle! This community event brings together local organizations including the Cathedral City Rotary Club, Sunny Sands Elementary, Cathedral City “Bee the Change” initiative, Riverside County Library System, and Global Youth Service Day partners.
For more information, contact: info@scrapgallery.org
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about environmental conservation while connecting with your community in a fun and meaningful way!

Art Walk
2025-04-25 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-23 16:00 - 19:00 | Perez Road, 68845 Perez Road, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
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 and art enthusiasts from around the world. Every month, on 4th Fridays @4:00 visit the district for a festive art walk which is free and open to the public. Many studios are also open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. year-round. Now featuring over 50 artists in buildings A, C, H, and I as well as home stores and galleries in the 68929 building, The Perez Art District lets you pull back the curtain and peek into artist workspaces.

Visit ThePerezArtDistrict.com for specific studio and gallery information.

S.C.R.A.P. Gallery Sustainable Community Series
2025-05-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-24 16:00 - 17:30 | Cathedral City Public Library, 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Join S.C.R.A.P. Gallery in their Sustainable Community Series on May 7th from 5-7pm and on May 24th from 4-5:30pm at the Cathedral City Public Library where kids can craft and learn at several activity stations: Build a Bird’s Nest – It’s a Blue Planet – Earth Day is Every Day. This event is made possible by the generous support of Anderson Children’s Foundation.
S.C.R.A.P. Gallery’s mission is to actively engage youth as stewards of their environment through a concentrated, hands-on, educational effort to build a creative culture of sustainability in our schools and community. They are committed to working to create a more just, equitable, and sustainable future for people and the planet. S.C.R.A.P. links industry, education, the arts, and the environment. Its programs feature environmental presentations, exhibits, workshops, and interactive lessons – using reused and recycled materials from the S.C.R.A.P. Gallery Warehouse, directly diverting materials from the landfill.

Quarterly Art Exhibit
2025-05-24 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Cathedral City Public Library, 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
The Cathedral City Public Arts Commission is proud to present its second Quarterly Art Exhibit of 2025, featuring works from talented local artists throughout the Coachella Valley.
The exhibit will be held on Saturday and Sunday, May 24-25, from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Cathedral City Public Library (33520 Date Palm Drive). This free event offers residents and visitors an opportunity to experience diverse artistic expressions from our desert community.
Seven selected artists will display their works in various mediums, with pieces available for purchase directly from the creators. This event continues the Public Arts Commission’s mission to promote local talent and make art accessible to everyone.
“These quarterly exhibits provide a wonderful platform for local artists to showcase their creativity while connecting with the community,” said Ryan Hunt, Communications & Events Manager for Cathedral City. “We’re excited to continue this tradition throughout 2025.”
The library setting offers a comfortable and accessible environment for art enthusiasts of all ages to engage with local talent. While the May exhibit is just weeks away, artists interested in participating in future exhibits should note the upcoming dates:

August 23-24, 2025 (Application deadline: July 15, 2025)
November 15-16, 2025 (Application deadline: October 15, 2025)

Artists residing in Cathedral City will receive preference in the selection process, though all Coachella Valley artists are encouraged to apply. There is no entrance fee for artists, and all sales are conducted directly between artists and buyers with no commission charged.
For more information or to apply for future exhibits, visit: https://www.discovercathedralcity.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/PAC-Art-Show-Application-2025.pdf or email publicartscommission@cathedralcity.gov (attention Rick Travis and Don Stouder, PAC Commissioners).

Quarterly Art Exhibit
2025-08-23 10:00 - 15:00 | Cathedral City Public Library, 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Join the Cathedral City Public Arts Commission and Riverside County Library System at our QUARTERLY ART EXHIBIT featuring local artists!
