2026 Color the Spectrum Autism Art Festival
2026-03-22 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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

14th Annual Meatball Festival
2026-03-29 13:00 - 16:00 | Cathedral City Boys & Girls Club, 32141 Whispering Palms Trail, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Get ready for the 14th Annual “Sammy’s International Meatball Festival” on Sunday, March 29th, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The in-person festivities will be held at the Club at 32141 Whispering Palms Trail, Cathedral City, CA 92234. It’s going to be a blast with music, food, beer, wine, raffle prizes, a silent auction, games, and a Kids Zone.
Do you think you have the best, most tasty meatballs? You can sign up to compete in our Professional, Amateur, and Non-Profit Municipal categories! Manga Manga!

Cannabis Odor Virtual Town Hall
2026-04-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Zoom, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
The City of Cathedral City is hosting a Cannabis Odor Virtual Town Hall on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 5 to 6 p.m. via Zoom — and we want to hear from you.
City Manager Andrew Firestine will open the session with an update on the City’s enforcement efforts and the actions taken under the new cannabis ordinance, including progress on odor control plan compliance. The presentation will be followed by a live Q&A moderated by Communications & Events Manager Ryan Hunt. Code Compliance Manager Justin Gardiner will be on hand to discuss what the City has done since the adoption of the ordinance to maintain oversight of cannabis businesses and enforce the City’s regulations. SCS Engineers, the City’s consultant who supported the development of the odor control permitting process and continues to review odor control plans, will also be available for questions.
Whether you’ve had concerns about cannabis odors in your neighborhood or simply want to understand what the new ordinance means for Cathedral City, this is your chance to get answers directly from City leadership.
Register: zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_l9re-y-lSfCHLeuXUaespA
Webinar ID: 958 1495 6338

Free Family Fitness Festival
2026-04-04 09:00 - 12:30 | Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Event Overview:
Join the Cathedral City Parks & Community Events Commission and Desert Recreation District for a fun, family-friendly morning focused on movement, wellness, and community! Enjoy a variety of bilingual and family fitness activities led by local instructors.
Workout Schedule:

9:00 AM – Bilingual Workout with Jaime Jimenez (111 Conditioning Club)
9:30 AM – Bilingual Mat Pilates with Ren Fortuna Gutierrez (Sol Barre)
10:00 AM – Bilingual Dance Cardio with VXN Fitness
10:30 AM – Workout (English) with Kai Beech (Orangetheory Fitness & NBC Palm Springs)
11:00 AM – Family Yoga with Carl Grant (Power Yoga Palm Springs)
11:30 AM – Sound Bath
12:00 – 12:30 PM – Connect & Reflect with Community Tables

In addition to the fitness classes, the DRD team will host a variety of spring-themed family fitness games and activities to theme it with it being Easter weekend designed to encourage movement, teamwork, and fun for kids and families of all ages.
Featured Kids Activities

Egg & Spoon Fitness Relay
Participants balance a plastic egg on a spoon while walking or jogging to a turnaround point and back, completing quick exercises like squats or jumping jacks along the way.
Spring Obstacle Course
A fun movement course with hula hoop jumps, cone zig-zags, crawl spaces, and balance challenges to promote agility and coordination.
Bunny Hop Relay
A sack-race style relay where participants hop like bunnies to the finish line, encouraging balance and friendly competition.
Flower Power Freeze Dance
Kids dance to upbeat music and freeze like statues when the music stops.
Golden Egg Fitness Hunt
A scavenger hunt for hidden eggs, each containing a short fitness challenge such as jumping jacks or high knees.
Bubble Movement Zone
A sensory-friendly space where younger children can chase and pop bubbles while staying active.

Special Feature

Photos with the Easter Bunny

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.

Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City
2026-04-14 17:00 - 19:30 | Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, 68526 Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
This week’s Tastes & Sounds 2026 is RANCHO MIRAGE HIGH SCHOOL BAND. Gates open at 5pm. Lawn chairs and blankets are suggested. This specific event is NOT BYOB.

Indulge in a weekly feast for the senses at Tastes & Sounds of Cathedral City. Immerse yourself in a musical and culinary adventure like no other.
Join us in Downtown Cathedral City for the Spring Edition from February 10 – April 7, 2026 and savor the flavors, rhythms, and talents of our vibrant community!
Community Amphitheater

3rd Annual Coachella Valley Local Government Vendor Fair
2026-04-15 08:30 - 12:00 | Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Palm Springs, 92262, United States
Calling all business owners!
The City of Cathedral City will be participating in the 3rd Annual Coachella Valley Local Government Vendor Fair! Connect directly with Cathedral City representatives and other local government agencies, explore business opportunities, and learn the ins and outs of working with Coachella Valley municipalities.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros, Mesquite D-H and Oasis Ballroom 1 and 2
The FREE event will feature more than a dozen cities and agencies including: Palm Springs, Desert Hot Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, La Quinta, Indio, Coachella, CVAG, the County of Riverside, IREN, MSWD, CVWD, and many more.
Schedule of Events:

8:30 a.m. — Vendor Fair begins: Registration and Refreshments
9:05 a.m. — Opening Remarks kick off a series of Educational Presentations focused on how to successfully do business with local governments and public agencies (for full schedule visit palmspringsca.gov/dobizincv).
9:45 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. — Exhibit Hall opens to participants who will have the opportunity to speak directly with government officials and learn more about contracting requirements, and the types of goods and services agencies are seeking to purchase.

The Local Government Vendor Fair is ideal for businesses that provide services such as:

General Contracting
Landscaping
Engineering
Electrical
Plumbing
Painting
Janitorial Services
Security Services
Printing
Graphic Design
Web Development
And much more!

For registration and more information visit: palmspringsca.gov/dobizincv

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! 🌎

Brunch with Patsi
2026-04-26 11:00 - 13:00 | Nick’s Bistro, 36200 Date Palm Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Brunch with Patsi at Nick’s Bistro is featuring a Meet & Greet with City Manager Andy Firestine and Councilmember Christina Gordon. This brunch will benefit the Cathedral City Senior Center.

10th Annual Taste of Jalisco Festival
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-03 | Downtown Festival Lawn, 68600 East Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Mark your calendars for the 10th Anniversary of the Taste of Jalisco Festival! This beloved annual celebration returns to Cathedral City with NEW festival dates, bringing three days of authentic Mexican culture, cuisine, and entertainment to the heart of the Coachella Valley.
Experience live performances, carnival rides and games, food vendors serving authentic cuisine, gold medal tequila competitions, an artisan crafts market, and much more. Whether you’re joining us for the music, the food, or the family-friendly fun, Taste of Jalisco offers something for everyone.
More details—including entertainment lineup, vendor information, and ticket details—coming soon!
Visit tasteofjalisco.com for updates.

2026 Cathedral City State of the City — Cathedral City Takes Flight
2026-05-12 10:30 - 13:30 | DoubleTree by Hilton Golf Resort, 67967 Vista Chino, Cathedral City, CA, 92234, United States
Join Mayor Raymond Gregory and the City Council for the annual State of the City luncheon, themed Cathedral City Takes Flight. Hosted by Emmy Award-winning KESQ Chief Meteorologist Patrick Evans and produced by Hocker Productions, this year’s event features a business expo, awards ceremony, and the Mayor’s address showcasing Cathedral City’s best, brightest, and most innovative businesses.

Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Time: 10:30 am Sponsor Reception | 11:30 am–1:30 pm Luncheon
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Golf Resort, 67967 Vista Chino, Cathedral City

Get Tickets
Sponsorship opportunities are available starting at $1,000. Download our Sponsorship Opportunities deck or contact Jeff Hocker at jeffhocker1@gmail.com or 760-409-1530.
