Discover Cathedral City

Quarterly Art Exhibit
2025-11-16 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Cathedral City Public Library, 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Join the Cathedral City Public Arts Commission for the Quarterly Art Exhibit on November 15-16, 2025 at the Cathedral City Library. Opening Reception on Friday, November 14th from 4-7pm.

The Perez Art District's Art Walks
2025-11-28 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-26 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-23 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-27 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-27 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-24 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Perez Road, 68845 Perez Road, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
The Perez Art District resumes its beloved tradition of 4th Friday art walks from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Dubbed the “SoHo of the desert,” the district features over 50 established, mid-career, and emerging artists working in their studios and galleries throughout buildings A, C, H, and I, as well as the 68929 building.
The free, public event attracts collectors and art enthusiasts from around the world, offering visitors the opportunity to meet artists, view works in progress, and purchase pieces directly from creators. Many studios also remain open year-round from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Thursday through Saturday.
A Thriving Arts Destination
The Perez Art District continues to establish Cathedral City as a premier arts destination in the Coachella Valley. With its concentration of galleries, studios, and creative spaces along Perez Road, the district offers an immersive experience where visitors can witness the creative process firsthand and engage directly with the artists who make Cathedral City “Where Art Lives.”
The September 26th art walk marks the beginning of a new season of monthly celebrations, with subsequent walks scheduled for the fourth Friday of each month through the year.
Event Details
What: The Perez Art District Monthly Art Walk
When: Every 4th Friday, 4:00-7:00 PM (beginning September 26, 2025)
Where: The Perez Art District, Perez Road, Cathedral City
Cost: Free and open to the public
Information: ThePerezArtDistrict.com

Second Saturday Showcase
2026-01-10 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-14 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-14 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-11 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-09 11:00 - 15:00 | Perez Road, 68845 Perez Road, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Second Saturday Showcase
Explore the vibrant Perez Art District during this new daytime art walk! Stroll through four buildings of working artists and one building of galleries and stores along Perez Road. Meet local artists, watch them create, and find your next favorite piece—all while enjoying the beautiful desert sunshine.
This free monthly event runs September through May, perfect for art lovers who want to explore the district and still be home before dark.
When: Second Saturdays, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Perez Art District, Perez Road, Cathedral City
Cost: Free

Quarterly Art Exhibit Opening Reception
2026-02-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Cathedral City Public Library, 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Join the Cathedral City Public Arts Commission for the Quarterly Art Exhibit on February 14-15, 2026 at the Cathedral City Library. Opening Reception on Friday, February 13 from 4-7pm.

Quarterly Art Exhibit
2026-02-14 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-15 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 for the Quarterly Art Exhibit on February 14-15, 2026 at the Cathedral City Library.

2026 Color the Spectrum Autism Art Festival
2026-03-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
FREE family-friendly art festival for the Autism and intellectual/developmental disability community to celebrate Autism Awareness and Acceptance.
Celebrate with us as we highlight youth and adult Artists on the Spectrum, including a Marketplace featuring entrepreneurs on the spectrum. The event will also have:

Arts & Crafts
Kid in a Bubble Activity
Community Arts Resources
Music & Performances
Sensory Activities
Social Gaming Lounge
Door prizes
Food and more!

Featuring a Color the Spectrum interactive mural families can contribute to in honor of Autism Awareness and Acceptance.

Inaugural Cathedral City Festival of the Arts
2026-03-28 10:00 - 17:00 | Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
The City of Cathedral City Public Arts Commission presents its inaugural Festival of the Arts, a free outdoor celebration of local and regional creativity at the Cathedral City Community Amphitheater.
Dozens of artists will display and sell original work spanning a remarkable range of disciplines — from oil paintings, acrylics, and abstract canvases to digital art, photography, fiber arts, handcrafted ceramics, fused glass, and mixed-media pieces. Whether you’re an avid collector or simply love experiencing art, you’ll find something that speaks to you.
Live jazz and blues performances by Grammy-nominated Yve Evans and friends will run throughout the day on the amphitheater stage, with music sponsored by Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City. Children’s activities are planned alongside the artist booths, and food trucks will be on-site serving everything from quick bites to full meals.
Admission and parking are free.
Saturday, March 28, 2026 | 10 AM – 5 PM
Cathedral City Community Amphitheater 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City, CA 92234
Participating Artists
Ann Adams Art | Anna Graham Fine Art | Barbara Eberhart | BFF Artisans / Brian Brodowsky | Caroline Avent | Cheryl Ann Hunter Fine Art | Chris Cammille / Mint and Fig Design | Christopher Hopping | David Thomas Hardy | Diana Johnson-Miller | Diane Morgan | Divinely Created Art | Edwin Liew-Ferguson Photo Art & Artwear | Emeline Tate | Gene Poe | Gretchen Beck | Jay Gaskill | John England | Joyce Rooks Studio | Juliette Vos / Desert Art Woman | KZEN Art | Kurt Meyers / Meyers Design | Mark Smith / Gracie Muniz | Melisa Rimada / Fiber Artist | Michael Thompson | Mike Cedeno | Noppawan Sereesuntiwong | Otter Bear Art | Patricia Sablak Korzec | Ray Guichard | Reese Schroeder | Shelley Heffler | Shawn Michael Picco | Steve Revis | Terry Hastings | Tomas Alaniz

Esperanza Rising Community Art & Culture Series: Echoes of the Past
2026-04-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Esperanza Park, 30610 San Diego Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Esperanza Rising: Echoes of the Past Ecos del Pasado
Saturday, April 11 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Esperanza Park, Cathedral City

Before the palm trees and streets we know today, this land held stories, traditions, and voices that shaped our community. The Dream Homes neighborhood has a history worth celebrating — and on April 11, we’re bringing those stories to life.
Join us for the inaugural Esperanza Rising: Echoes of the Past, the first event in a brand-new community art and culture series celebrating the past, present, and future of Cathedral City.
Experience a morning of cultural performances, traditional bird singing, interactive art activities, local artisan vendors, and food trucks.

Antes de las calles y las casas que conocemos hoy, esta tierra tenía historias, tradiciones y voces que formaron nuestra comunidad. El vecindario Dream Homes tiene una historia que merece ser celebrada — y el 11 de abril, esas historias cobrarán vida.
Acompáñanos en el primer evento de Esperanza Rising: Ecos del Pasado, una nueva serie comunitaria de arte y cultura que celebra el pasado, presente y futuro de Cathedral City.
Disfruta de presentaciones culturales, canto tradicional de aves, actividades artísticas interactivas, artesanos locales y camiones de comida.

Spring Fest at Century Park — Earth Day 2026
2026-04-22 08:00 - 12:00 | Century Park, 69908 Century Park Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Celebrate Earth Day with S.C.R.A.P. Gallery at Century Park in Cathedral City on Wednesday, April 22, 2026! Join the community for a morning dedicated to honoring our planet through movement, creativity, and connection.
Walking for Water 6K | 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Start the day with purpose. Lace up and join the Walking for Water 6K — a global initiative that raises awareness about water scarcity and the daily journey millions make to access clean water. Every step supports a cause that matters.
Earth Day Art Party | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bring the whole family for a hands-on celebration of our planet! Get creative with eco-inspired art activities hosted by S.C.R.A.P. Gallery, the Art Museum for the Environment. Turn recycled materials into masterpieces and discover how art can spark environmental change.
Why Attend? Whether walking, creating, or simply soaking up the spring sunshine, Spring Fest is a chance to connect with neighbors, support local organizations, and take meaningful action for the Earth. Fun for all ages!
Presented by: S.C.R.A.P. Gallery, Cathedral City Evening Rotary Club, Riverside County Library System – Cathedral City, and EarthDay.org
Location: Century Park, 69908 Century Park Drive, Cathedral City, CA 92234
More info: Follow @scrapgallery or call 760-861-6479
Let’s make every day Earth Day! 🌎

Celebrating Where Art Lives
2026-05-22 16:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-23 11:00 - 16:00 | Art Walk, 68895 Perez Rd Unit I-26, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
The Perez Art District continues to establish Cathedral City as a premier arts destination in the Coachella Valley. With its concentration of galleries, studios, and creative spaces along Perez Road, the district offers an immersive experience where visitors can witness the creative process firsthand and engage directly with the artists who make Cathedral City “Where Art Lives.”
This special celebration will have programming, hands on art classes, gallery tours, Q and A with artists, and more over the course of two days to celebrate the Perez Art District.
Admission is FREE.

Paint with PACE
2026-06-15 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-07-13 14:00 - 16:30 | Cathedral City Public Library, 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
The Cathedral City Parks & Community Events Commission has partnered with the Desert Recreation District to host free, hands-on art classes for youth ages 6 to 14 at the Cathedral City Library, providing local families with a creative and engaging outlet this summer.

International Day of Peace 2026
2026-09-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Cathedral City Public Library, 33520 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
International Day of Peace observance and global art exhibition is being held on Monday, September 21st at the Cathedral City Library. Featuring Signs of Safety – childrens images from the United Nations Mine Action Service. Please RSVP to 760-567-6464.

Conversations with the Land
2026-10-23 16:00 - 19:00 | Perez Art District, 68845 Perez Rd, Cathedral City, 92234, United States
On October 23, The Perez Art District has its monthly art walk from 4 to 7 PM. A special roving themed “group” show called “Conversations with the Land” will include about half studios with creations in their space focused on this theme. The Bird Singers From the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians will open up the show with a short performance of their song about migration. Clare Chu will also read her land-inspired poetry in the different Studios that evening.

The Desert Dozen
2026-12-06 14:00 - 18:00 | Agnes Pelton Society, 68680 F St, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
On December 6, a group called the Desert Dozen, will host an exhibition at the Agnes Pelton home in Cathedral Cove. The afternoon will include different speakers talking about her and another important historic art influencer who is less well-known, Christina Lillian. The group will be exhibiting work with stories about who influenced their work from the original desert artists.
