Ballroom Dances
Presented by: PS Recreation Division.
Palm Springs Pavilion
401 S. Pavilion Way.
Call for time and details. 
(760) 323-8272

Ballroom Dancing
Dancing 2-6 p.m. to live music by Tim Burleson of The Nest, featuring Kenny Greco. Free dance instruction from 2-3 p.m.
with Phyllis Bloom, Door prize, dance mixers,
Ladies' Choice Dances and more. Admission $6.
Elks Lodge
67-491 Hwy. 111
Cathedral City     
(760) 328-7666

Big Morongo Canyon
A large serene oasis supporting 300 species of plants and many animals. Noted wildlife sanctuary and bird watching site (more than 200 species). Picnic area, hiking trails, including wheelchair accessible. Docent tours. No pets. Open daily - FREE.  I-10 to Rte. 62 to East Dr. in Morongo Valley. 7:30AM to sunset
11055 East Drive
Morongo Valley, CA 92256     
(760) 363-7190


Bike Trails
City of Palm Springs - Recreation Department
(760) 323-8272

Boots In Squares
PS' G/L Square Dance Club
1st Sat. of every month, (except July) Pavilion in Palm Springs. Also, Classes on Fri. nights, 7:30, (Jan.-June)
Senior Center in Cathedral City     
(760) 320-8242
Email PSBISMO@aol.com

Caballeros - The Gay Men's Chorus of Palm Springs
A group of gay and gay-friendly men who perform various kinds of music including serious and classical, Broadway, general entertainment and cabaret. Both the chorus and the ensemble, CHOIRBOYZ, are available for personal and business functions.
(760) 328-2820
Email info@pscaballeros.org

Cabazon Band of Mission Indians
Tribal members of the Cabazon Band of Mission Indians are direct descendants of Chief Cabazon, the leader of the Desert Cahuilla Indians from the 1830s until the 1870s. The Cabazons have a rich history that predates both the Spanish and Anglo arrivals in the region by thousands of years. To learn about the Cabazon Band of Mission Indians' form of government, open our Administration page.
84-245 Indio Springs Parkway
Indio, CA 92203
Desert Hot Springs, CA  92240
(760) 342-2593, Ext 3014     

Boomer's
Go carts, batting cages, miniature golf, arcade, and climbing wall.
67-700 East Palm Canyon Drive
Cathedral City     
(760) 321-9893

Camping (Lake Cahuilla)
Riverside County Regional Park and Open-Space District
Night fishing during Summer and camping facilities are available by calling for reservations at (800) 234-PARK.
58-075 Jefferson Street
La Quinta, CA 92253     
(760) 564-4712

Celebrity Tours
View the best of the famous Palm Springs Desert Resorts from the comfort of our quiet, air-conditioned coaches as your courteous guide narrates the entire tour. We also offer trips to Nevada Gambling destinations, as well as one-day trips to Disneyland, Universal Studios, San Diego and other Southern California attractions.
4751 East Palm Canyon Drive, Suite C
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 770-2700     
(760) 770-2707

Circle O's Square Dances.
Presented by Club/PS Recreation Division.
7:30 p.m. rounds, 8 p.m. squares. Guest callers.
Palm Springs Leisure Center
401 S. Pavilion Way     
(760) 323-8272.

California Parks and Recreation Society
Founded in 1946, the California Park and Recreation Society (CPRS) was established to provide park, recreation, leisure and community service professionals and interested citizens with the knowledge and resources to enhance their leadership role in providing personal, social, economic and environmental benefits through recreation and parks.
(916) 665-2777

Coachella Valley Parks and Recreation
For desert recreation, parks, youth and adult programs, child care, activities, sports tournaments and leagues, youth programs, holiday happenings, classes and special events, CVRPD is the place to be.
45871 Clinton Street
Indio, CA 92201     
(760) 347-4263 

Coachella Valley Preserve
The Coachella Valley Preserve system was designed to protect an endemic, threatened animal, the Coachella Valley fringe-toed lizard, Found nowhere else in the world, this lizard is an indicator for a rich array of organisms specialized to live on sand dunes, and for many of them, equally restricted and threatened in their distribution.
(760) 343-1234

Coachella Valley Symphony
The Coachella Valley Symphony was formed in 1964 to perpetuate the priceless legacy of music for residents and visitors in the Coachella Valley.
(760) 360-2222

Coachella Valley Wild Bird Center
A bird watchers heaven. 110 species recommend this Wetlands as the best stopover in Southern California. Full-service medical facility for sick or injured fowl. Run or walk a two-mile track or sit and watch the birds.
46-500 Van Buren St., Indio.
Take I-10 east to Golf Center Pkwy. Turn right to Ave. 45, turn left and drive until it becomes Van Buren
(760) 347-2647.

CV Hiking Club
We have open guided hikes to areas in the Coachella Valley and near-by hiking destinations, i.e. Joshua Tree and Santa Rosa and San Jacinto Mountains. Specialty hikes available.
PO Box 10750
Palm Desert, CA 92255     
(760) 345-6234

Indian Canyons of Palm Springs
Link to information about the Tahquitz, Andreas Palm Canyon and Murray Canyons. 
(760) 416-7044

National Date Festival
Annual Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival. Bus tour/group info. Camel & ostrich races, Arabian Nights Pageant. Wear a colorful Arabian costume for free admission.
46-350 Arabia Street
Indio, CA 92201
1-800-811-FAIR
(760) 327-0499

Knott's Soak City, USA
A deluxe, family-oriented water playground in a private beach club atmosphere:" 116 water attractions including 70-foot twin free-fall slides, wave-action pool for stand-up, body-board and body surfing, and the relaxing Lazy River ride. Beach with mist-cooled private cabanas, gift shop, food.  
1500 South Gene Autry Trail
(800) 247-4664.

Desert Art Center
In existence for fifty years locally in Palm Springs. Our member paintings are on exhibit for viewing from 10:00a.m. to 4:00p.m.
550 North Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262     
(760) 323-7973

Desert Bicycle Club
The Desert Bicycle Club is a recreational cycling club whose objective is to promote cycling activities in the Coachella Valley. It is our goal to have regular social and training road rides for cycling enthusiasts and experienced cyclists. We try to couple these cycling activities with as much fun as each member can stand! The club offers members a variety of opportunities: meet new people, improve cycling skills, build physical fitness, all while enjoying our beautiful desert weather and scenery.
73-790 El Paseo, Box 108
Palm Desert, CA 92260     
(760) 770-4748
Email: cycleclub@yahoo.com

The Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park
Outdoor adult educational classes in science, history and the arts at Joshua Tree National Park and the adjacent Mojave Desert. 
74485 National Park Drive
29 Palms, CA 92277     
(760) 367-5523         
FAX (760) 367-5583
Email mail@joshuatree.org

Desert International Folk Dancers.
Meet weekly for folk dance instruction.
Palm Canyon Theatre building,
538 N. Palm Canyon Dr.
Palm Springs     

Desert Sidewinders Square Dances
1st and 3rd Fridays
Rounds 7:30pm Squares 8:00 - 10.00 p.m.
Palm Desert Recreation Center
43-940 San Pablo
Palm Desert, CA 92260     
(760) 340-0086

Desert Swing Dance Club.
On Tues. nites at Bananaz'. and Elk's Lodge in CC.
Call Patsy for details:
(760) 360-9255

Dune Off-Road Rentals
Robin & Steven Harris, Owners
Quad ATV's and mini-monster trucks. Fun in the sand dunes
at Windy Point - ages 6-70 includes instructions,
safety equipment and refreshments. Easy, yet challenging.
59-511 Highway 111
Palm Springs, CA 92262     
(760) 325-0376

Fantasy Lanes Family Bowling Lanes
This family venue isn't like the bowling alley of yesterday. Fantasy Lanes Family Bowling Center features state-of-the-art equipment with visual displays that add excitement and color to the game. And talk about color! Neon bowling balls, ranging from 6 to 16 pounds in weight, come in enough colors that everyone in the family should find a ball to their liking.
Open 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. daily
84-245 Indio Springs Parkway
Indio, CA 92203     
(760) 342-5000, Ext 3011

Football For Youth
For children 8 to 14. 6 teams and cheerleader squad. Practice in the Softball field. Games in the Palm Springs Stadium.
Al Sandoval
100 South Sunrise Way, #232
Palm Springs, CA 92262

Fantasy Springs Casino
84245 Indio Springs Drive
Indio, CA 92203     
(760) 342-5000

History of Palm Springs
The link to complete history of Palm Springs.

HITS Desert Horse Park
Indio Desert Circuit Hunter/Jumper events, with pony rides, petting zoo, family activities and demonstrations. Shopping and food available. 
81 - 500 Ave. 52 at Monroe Street, Indio     
(760) 775 - 7731

Holocaust Memorial of Palm Springs
Jewish Federation of Palm Springs  
(760) 325-7281

Idyllwild 
A mountain community nestled in a pine forest with galleries, hiking trails, restaurants, shops. Idyllwild Arts (Academy and Summer Program), offering workshops, concerts, art exhibitions, theater and dance performances. Take I-10 to Banning, south on Hwy. 243 to Idyllwild (about 90 minutes) or from Palm Desert, Highway 74 (scenic Palms to Pines Hwy) to Mountain Center then right on Highway 243 to Idyllwild.
(909) 659-2171

Indio Orchards
Medjool dates their specialty. Gourmet fruits, nuts and olives.
81-680 Nottingham Avenue
 Indio  
(760) 347-7534

Desert Adventure Jeep Tours 
Jeep tours of the San Andreas Fault and the Real Desert in Palm Springs.
67-555 E. Palm Canyon Drive, ste A104
Cathedral City, CA 92234
(760) 324-JEEP

Jewish Community Center
Louis & Florence Kitsis  / Temple Isaiah Lectures, classes, musical and comedy events, galas. 
332 W. Alejo Road
Palm Springs, CA  92262       
(760) 325-2281

Joshua Tree National Park
The monument encompasses some of the most interesting geologic displays found in California's deserts. Rugged mountains of twisted rock and exposed granite monoliths testify to the tremendous earth forces that shaped and formed this land.
74485 National Park Drive
Twenty-Nine Palms, CA 92277      
(760) 367-5525

La Quinta Arts Festival
This nationally acclaimed festival convenes painting, sculpture, photography, jewelry, fine craft, drawing, printmaking, and other design categories with live entertainment, fantastic food, fine wine, and children’s interactive art activities.  Set against the majestic mountains in the beautiful Southern California desert, La Quinta Arts Festival is ideal for viewing and enjoying the finest offerings of some of the world’s preeminent artists.  
47-777 Washington Street
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 564-1244 
email info@lqaf.com

La Quinta Community Services
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253      
(760) 777-7090

Little League
P.O. Box 487
Palm Springs, CA 92263-0487
Contact: Mike Geisler   
(760) 325-3248

Living Desert Wildlife & Botanical Park and Zoo
A 1,200-acre "desert interpretive center" that is surrounded by the Santa Rosa Mountains. The Living Desert features exotic birds and animals, visitors center, bookstore/gift shop, botanical gardens, nature trails, picnic area, serene patios, and Meercat Cafe. Eagle Canyon exhibit features mountain lions, wolves, javelina, bobcats, golden eagles and more. Discovery Room open weekends and holidays. Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
47900 Portola Avenue
Palm Desert, CA 92260      
(760) 346-5694

The Living Music Foundation
Our mission includes obtaining continuing financial aid in order to assist independent composers and musicians in their efforts to reach the public, our moral owners, in an educational and edifying response.
P.O. Box 173
Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240-0173

McCallum Theatre for the Performing Arts
Live performing arts, six educational programs, facility rental, docent tours.   M-F 8:30 AM - 5 PM
73000 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 346-6505     
E-mail: info@mccallum-theatre.org

Moorten's Botanical Gardens
Internationally famous living museum. Nature trails, 3,000 varieties of giant cacti, trees, birds, succulents, flowers. “Desertland” Historical Landmark. Garden for weddings, meetings, art exhibits.
1701 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92264     
(760) 327-6555

Oasis Date Gardens
59111 Highway 111
Thermal, CA 92274     
(760) 399-5665
(800) 827-8017

Outdoor Resorts
Motorcoach Resort & Spa
80-394 Avenue 48
Indio, CA 92201       
(760) 775-7255

Palapas of Araby Cove
Palapas of Araby Cove is the desert's most unique hands-on artists' village. A lush 14 acre garden nestled in the picturesque canyon known as Araby Cove in South Palm Springs, Palapas is home to renowned local and visiting guest artists, as well as the valley's oldest and most beautiful garden center. Trickling waterfalls and colorful tropical foliage provide an ideal setting for a variety of special events. Thus, Palapas is fast becoming the desert's premiere venue for destination groups and tours.
3255 East Palm Canyon
Palm Springs, CA  92264
(760) 416-1818 
Email info@palapas.net

Palm Desert Figure Skating Club
(760) 773-9223

Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
Experience the adventure of riding the world's largest single-span vertical cable car attraction aboard the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway's new state-of-the-art rotating cars. Rising over two and one half miles to a scenic wonderland in Mt. San Jacinto State Park, the Tram's two 80-passenger cars revolve slowly from within, providing a spectacular 360 degree view of the valley floor and surrounding area. Spectacular 20-minute aerial tram ride up Chino Canyon to an elevation of 8,516 feet. Beautiful views, snow tubing, restaurants, and hiking. Over 13,000-acre Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness with over 50 miles of hiking trails.
One Tramway Road
Palm Springs, CA 92262     
(760) 325-1391

Palm Springs Ballet Company
Robert Beck heads the only professional ballet company and academy in the desert. Students age 6 - 17 audition for academy (tuition free). Productions performed at Annenberg Theatre
3601 East Mesquite Avenue
PO Box 5662
Palm Springs, CA 92263-5662
(760) 325-2140  

Palm Springs Community Concert Association
Community Concerts Association
P.O. Box 1502
Palm Springs, CA 92263-1502
(760) 322-6132 

Palm Springs Convention Center
The Palm Springs Convention Center is considered the pinnacle in meeting destinations for associations and businesses hosting conventions, exhibitions, and trade shows. Under clear blue skies and starlit desert nights, the center is situated in the charming village of Palm Springs, and offers a casual but elegant setting surrounded by world class hotels, intimate inns, restaurants, shopping and easy access to our Air-Resortport.
277 North Avenida Caballeros
Palm Springs, CA 92262           
(760) 325-6611

Palm Springs Dog Park
A spacious and green doggie oasis with seperate enclosures for small dogs, brightly painted antique fire hydrants, pooper scoopers and rakes. Dogs over 4 months must be vaccinated and licensed to enter. For owners, there are picnic tables, benches, water fountains, trees and wheelchair access. Free admission, donations welcome. 
222 Civic Dr. North (behind City Hall)
Information: Scott Mikesell 
(760) 323-8281.

Palm Springs Film Noir
The Palm Springs Film Noir Festival is held in May of each year at the Camelot Theatre. 
2300 Baristo Road
Palm Springs, CA 92262      
(760) 327-2432

The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies
128 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262      
(760) 327-0225 

Palm Springs Lanes
Looking for a weekly activity? Try league bowling.
68-051 Ramon Road
Cathedral City, CA 92234
(760) 324-8204     

Palm Springs Leisure Center (Parks & Recreation)
Center open for instructional classes, special events,
fitness classes, dances and lessons. Recreation facilities
available to rent. Sponsor free concerts in the park.
Summer camp facilities open to children. Fees are charged
according to class or event, payable to Leisure Center.
401 South Pavilion Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(760) 323-8272   

Palm Springs Opera Guild of the Desert
The Palm Springs Opera Guild of the Desert has a three-fold mission: (1) to provide Opera Outreach programs to desert children; (2) to organize and fund a major Opera Vocal Scholarship Recital with cash awards to the finalists; and (3) to present opera as an art form to the residents of the Coachella Valley.
247 East Tahquitz Canyon Way
Palm Springs, CA 92262     
(760) 325-6107

Palm Springs Tai Chi Circle
Tai Chi Chuan is a slow moving gentle exercise from China. It has been perfected for over 1000 years and is the perfect exercise for the whole body. Several new medical studies sponsored by the National Institute for the Aged have shown Tai Chi to be beneficial for developing strength and increased balance in seniors and people with issues of frailty.
Tai Chi classes available from the Arthritis Foundation.
Contact Noel Pittman
 760-325-9384
Email: taichi@2by2.net

Palm Springs Wings E.A.A. Chapter 1116
Provides support to people who are building and/or flying aircraft of all types. We provide children with their first flight through the E.A.A.'s Young Eagles Program. Meeting: First Saturday of the month 9 a.m. Bermuda Dunes Airport Pilot's Lounge.
79880 Avenue 42
Bermuda Dunes, CA 92201      
(760) 329-7711
Email bpballen@aol.com

Palm Springs Youth Center
An after-school care service for children, PSYC offers a wide variety of supervised recreational and social activities designed to provide mental and social stimulation group participation and to develop leadership and social skills.
3601 Mesquite Ave.
Palm Springs, CA 92264     
(760) 320-6430

PDG Sundancers.
Square and round dances. Guest callers.
Palm Desert Community Center,
43-900 San Pablo     
(760) 328-6014

Pioneertown
Forty minutes from Palm Springs via 29 Palms Hwy. (62) to Yucca Valley. Old West town built in the early 40s by Gene Autry and Roy Rogers for filming of movies and TV serials. Today, the railroad-tie and adobe structures are inhabited by “real” people with a post office, bowling alley, motel and the Pioneertown Palace where a four-generation family provides good food and live Western entertainment. Running Deer Theme Park with live animals, picnic and campgrounds, RV parking, horse boarding, pony rides, museum, tours and more. (760) 228-1209.

Roadrunner's Square Dance Club
Palm Desert Community Center
43-940 San Pablo     
(760) 360-2528

Ruddy's General Store Museum
A re-creation of a general store of the 30s and early 40s with authentic showcases and products. 
221 South Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA
(760) 327-2156

Salton Sea State Recreation
The Salton Sea is the largest inland surface water body in California and continues to be a productive sport fishery. The Sea is a major stop on the Pacific Flyway and supports one of the most diverse bird populations, in the United States. More than 350 species frequent the sea, and up to four million birds may be found on the sea at any one time.
Salton Sea State Recreation Area
100-225 State Park Road
North Shore, CA 92254      
(760) 393-3052

Shalimar Sports Center
Broadcasting horseracing from different tracks.
46-350 Arabia Street
Indio, CA 92201     
(760) 863-8246

Shields Date Gardens
A tempting selection of dates, dried fruit, and nuts.
80-225 Highway 111
Indio, CA 92201     
(760) 347-6599

Smoketree Stables
Guided rides available
2500 Toledo Avenue
Palm Springs, CA 92264      
(760) 327-1372

Sunrise Park
Palm Springs community park complex, home to Library Center, Leisure Center, Pavilion, Stadium, Dr. Frey/Jaycee Building and Swim Center, picnic areas, playground. Sunrise Way between Ramon Rd. and Baristo Road.
(760)323-8272

Tamale Festival
This annual international event in December in Indio includes a 5/10K Walk /Run. Learn about the Festival, history, factsheet, recipes, vendors, tour buses, volunteering, souvenirs, etc.  
Indio Civic Center
100 Civic Center Mall
Indio, CA 92201
(760) 342-6532       
Email tamfest@indio.org

Tahquitz Canyon
Tahquitz Canyon, just west of the City of Palm Springs, is noted for its magnificent waterfalls and pools. Evidence suggests it supported a large population of Cahuilla Indians. Abundant wildlife and plant life are present throughout. Planning is underway to establish the Agua Caliente Cultural Museum here in the near future. Tahquitz Canyon is open to the public by guided tours daily.
(760) 416-7044

Tour de Palm Springs (Bicycling)
Experience the most beautiful desert bicycle ride in America every February. Palm Springs' premiere cycling event for charity. Join us! 5 mile route is flat and goes through downtown Palm Springs. 10 mile route is flat. 25 mile route is mostly flat and has a few rolling hills. 50 and 100 mile routes have a lot of rolling hills and gradual climbs but nothing steep.
PO Box 1627
Cathedral City, CA 92235
(760) 568-2800

Uprising Outdoor Adventure Center
America's only outdoor rock climbing center. Rock climbing offers the ultimate in exercise and adventure. Classes and programs for beginner to expert. 30-foot tower open at night, year-round. Located in Knotts Soak City.
1500 South Gene Autry Trail
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 320-6630 or Toll free 1-888-CLIMB-ON

Village Fest
 Arts, crafts, vendor carts, musical entertainment, a variety of foods and certified farmer's market. Every Thursday evening year-round from 6 to 10 PM. In Palm Springs  on Palm Canyon, the road is sealed off from Amado Road to Baristo. Admission free.
(760) 320-3781 or 323-8272

Visitor Information Center
America's Desert Playground
Free Hotel Reservations
72-990 Highway 111
Palm Desert, CA 92260      (760) 568-1441
2781 North Palm Canyon Drive
Palm Springs, CA 92262    (760) 778-8418

Whitewater Trout Company
A fishing lake where you are guaranteed to get a fish. Take the Whitewater exit.
9160 Whitewater Canyon Road
Whitewater, CA 92282      
(760) 325-5570