Palm Springs Calendar of Events & Concerts
May 2008 & June 2008
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May 2008
Ongoing & Multiple Date Events
Palm Springs FolliesONGOING
Palm Springs Follies
The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies is a three-hour, razzle-dazzle, song and dance vaudeville-style extravaganza showcasing the music and dance of the '30s, '40s and '50s with one amazing difference… each of the cast members is from 59 to 84 years "young!" More...

THRU JUNE 22 Concerts On The Lawn
Old Town La Quinta, 78100 Main Street / Bring your lawn chair, picnic basket or pick up food to go from your favorite Old Town Restaurant. 3pm - 5pm. More info: 760-777-1770.

 MAY 2 - 4 Stagecoach Festival
Stagecoach Festival ticketsEmpire Polo Field, 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio / California's Country Music Festival! Featuring the Eagles, John Fogerty, Trisha Yearwood, Rascal Flatts, The Judds, Tim McGraw, Carrie Underwood, Big & Rich and many more!
Buy Tickets Here!

MAY 2 -4 Annual Elvis Honeymoon Weekend
Elvis Honeymoon Hideaway, 1350 Ladera Circle, Palm Springs / House tours,
poolside concerts featuring Glen Glenn, Rockability Great, Alan Clark Band, Scot Bruce (Famouns Tribute Artist) and Band Celebrity Phil Friendly & Band. Celebrities and surprise guests! Tours: $25 pp, concert $50 pp. Combo house tour & concert tickets: $65. Call for times and more info: 760.322.1192.

MAY 29 - JUNE 1 Palm Springs Film Noir Festival
Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo Rd., Palm Springs / Obscure rare movies that have not been shown on the big screen since the 1940s and '50s. Stars from the original films often attend the screenings and participate in audience Q&A sessions. More info: 760-325-6565.


EVERY WEDNESDAY
Cabaret Zoso
at Hotel Zoso in the Z Lounge, every Wednesday at 8 p.m. No cover charge. Show features male and female vocalists, comedians, drag performers and more. Material suitable for all ages. Food service is available before and during the show. Reservations & more info: 760.285.1204.

EVERY SATURDAY THRU MAY 31
Palm Springs Farmers Market Palm Springs Certified Farmers Market

The Market is adjacent to the Camelot Theatres, 2300 Baristo Rd. at Farrell in Palm Springs.
8am - 12:30pm. Featuring produce grown by more than 20 local farmers, and flowers and plants. More info: 760.898.5250
Thursday May 1
El Paseo Art Walk
On the first Thursday of each month, from October through May, El Paseo comes
alive from 5 to 9pm with artist receptions, gallery hospitality, and a festive atmosphere. A destination for art collectors, as well as families and visitors. Meet the artists and enjoy an evening of art and discovery. More info: 760.346-8885 
Friday May 2 
Stagecoach Festival ticketsStagecoach Festival
Empire Polo Field
, 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio / Featuring Eagles, John Fogerty, Trisha Yearwood, Shelby Lynne, Glen Campbell & Family, Shooter Jennings and many more!
Buy Stagecoach Tickets Here!

Paul Anka ticketsPaul Anka
Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino
, 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio /Anka's two most recent albums - Rock Swings and now Classic Songs, My Way - have inspired millions of music listeners to not just hear some familiar songs in new ways but to marvel at the enduring ingenuity and integrity of Anka as an artist and performer. Buy Paul Anka Tickets Here!

The Valley Voices of the Muse presents Brother Andy
Barnes & Noble Booksellers in Palm Desert at 6 p.m. “Brother Andy” (A.K.A. Andy Neal) is an artist, published poet, and photographer. In this rare public appearance, Andy will dramatize selections of poetry and fiction and he will introduce a discussion on the evolution of media. More info: 760-329-6130.
Saturday May 3
Stagecoach ticketsStagecoach Festival
Empire Polo Field
, 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio / Featuring Rascal Flatts, The Judds, Dierks Bentley, Dwight Yoakam, Taylor Swift, Earl Scruggs and many more!
Buy Stagecoach Tickets Here!
Sunday May 4
Stagecoach ticketsStagecoach Festival
Empire Polo Field
, 81-800 Avenue 51, Indio / Featuring Tim McGraw, Carrie Underwood, Big & Rich, Gretchen Wilson, Trace Adkins, George Jones and many more!
Buy Stagecoach Tickets Here!

Palm Springs Book Festival
Palm Springs High School, 2401 East Baristo Rd., Palm Springs / The Festival encourages reading, writing, and literacy and numerous genres are represented. Exhibitors include small independent bookstores, independent publishers and local literary non-profits and poetry groups. F
eaturing author panels & special guest speakers, live poetry, performances, music, readings and open mic. 10am - 6pm. Call: (760) 671-4959.

Temple Isaiah’s “Coffee and Conversation” Sunday Morning Program

Senator Barbara Boxer will speak at Temple Isaiah’s Sunday morning program “Coffee and Conversation,” followed by a lively discussion led by Rabbi Sally. 9:30am -11am. Free & open to the public. More info: 760/325-2281
Monday May 5
Tuesday May 6
Wednesday May 7
Cabaret Zoso at Hotel Zoso in the Z Lounge, every Wednesday at 8 p.m. No cover charge. Show features male and female vocalists, comedians, drag performers and more. Material suitable for all ages. Food service is available before and during the show. Reservations & more info: 760.285.1204.

First Wednesday Art Walk
Backstreet Art District, Cherokee Way & Matthew Dr., Palm Springs / The Art Walk features open studios and galleries. Refreshments and snacks are available. 6pm - 8pm. More info: 760-328-1440.
Thursday May 8
Friday May 9
Saturday May 10
Sunday May 11
Monday May 12
Tuesday May 13
Wednesday May 14
JuanesJuanes tickets
Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino
, 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio / In both critical respect and global commercial success, Juanes has become the leading all - Spanish language music artist in the world – with The Los Angeles Times declaring him “the single most important figure of the past decade in Latin music” and TIME magazine naming the Colombian rocker as “One of the 100 Most Influential People in the World”. Buy Juanes Tickets Here!
Thursday May 15
Friday May 16
Daniel O'Donnell Daniel O'Donnell tickets
Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino
, 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio / In 1987, O’Donnell’s second album, “I Need You” debuted at #1 and set the stage for him to become one of the most popular singers in the world. Critical acclaim has followed him to America as a reporter from the San Antonio Star wrote, “Irish superstar Daniel O’Donnell understands the deep connection between traditional Irish and American County music.” Buy Daniel O'Donnell Tickets Here!
Saturday May 17
Collective SoulCollective Soul tickets
Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino
, 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio / Known for their guitar driven style, Collective Soul continues to thrive by writing good, solid songs and taking them to the people. Of their #1 hits, “Heavy” from their Dosage CD spent 14 weeks in the top position followed by “Shine”, which held the leading slot for 8 weeks. The current line-up features Ed and Dean Roland, guitarist Joel Kosche, bassist Will Turpin and drummer Ryan Hoyle.
 Buy Collective Soul Tickets Here!
Sunday May 18
Monday May 19
Tuesday May 20
Wednesday May 21
Cabaret Zoso at Hotel Zoso in the Z Lounge, every Wednesday at 8 p.m. No cover charge. Show features male and female vocalists, comedians, drag performers and more. Material suitable for all ages. Food service is available before and during the show. Reservations & more info: 760.285.1204
Thursday May 22
Friday May 23
Saturday May 24
Sunday May 25
Monday May 26
Tuesday May 27
Wednesday May 28
Cabaret Zoso at Hotel Zoso in the Z Lounge, every Wednesday at 8 p.m. No cover charge. Show features male and female vocalists, comedians, drag performers and more. Material suitable for all ages. Food service is available before and during the show. Reservations & more info: 760.285.1204
Thursday May 29
Friday May 30
Stahlight Ridazz Bicycle Ride
An evening, easy, fun & whimsical Bicycle ride around Palm Springs. Monthly, Last Friday. Meet at 7pm behind Koffi Cafe, 515 N. Palm Cyn. Dr., Palm Springs. More info: 760-327-4038.
 
Saturday May 31
Ottmar Liebert & Luna Negra
McCallum Theatre
, 73000 Fred Waring, Palm Springs / Flamenco guitar music and more from Santa Fe, New Mexico.  Buy Tickets Here!

Jerry LewisJerry Lewis tickets
Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino
, 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio / His motion pictures, television shows, stage performances, recordings, radio programs, books, and personal appearances, have brought his unique humor and creativity to every corner of the globe. His status as one of the most recognizable people on earth, is constantly renewed by each new generation of audience who discover the fun and goodness of laughter.
Buy Jerry Lewis Tickets Here!
June 2008
Upcoming & Ongoing Events
Palm Springs FolliesONGOING
Palm Springs Follies
The Fabulous Palm Springs Follies is a three-hour, razzle-dazzle, song and dance vaudeville-style extravaganza showcasing the music and dance of the '30s, '40s and '50s with one amazing difference… each of the cast members is from 59 to 84 years "young!" More...

THRU JUNE 22 Concerts On The Lawn
Old Town La Quinta, 78100 Main Street / Bring your lawn chair, picnic basket or pick up food to go from your favorite Old Town Restaurant. 3pm - 5pm. More info: 760-777-1770.

JUNE 3 & 4 Dan ZanesDan Zanes tickets

McCallum Theatre
/ Dan Zanes is a ringmaster, introducing new songs and reconnecting people
to songs that have always been there, and still are—it’s just that people forgot about them. His sone “Catch That Train!” is the 2007 Grammy Award winner for Best Musical Album for Children.
Buy Dan Zanes Tickets Here!

JUNE 15 - 20 Palm Springs Restaurant Week

Palm Springs Restaurant Week
With more than 40 restaurants participating, Restaurant Week provides both local and visiting food aficionados the opportunity to savor some of the best dishes in the desert at an affordable price. This six-day culinary event will give diners the opportunity taste some of the specialty creations from restaurants including Copley's on Palm Canyon, Chop House, Purple Palm at Colony Palms Hotel, Pomme Frite, The Falls Prime Steakhouse & Martini Bar, Al Dente Trattoria Toscana and many more. More info...

EVERY WEDNESDAY
Cabaret Zoso at Hotel Zoso in the Z Lounge, every Wednesday at 8 p.m. No cover charge. Show features male and female vocalists, comedians, drag performers and more. Material suitable for all ages. Food service is available before and during the show. Reservations & more info: 760.285.1204.
Sunday June 1
Regine Velasquez
Casino Morongo, Resort and Spa, 49500 Seminole Dr., Cabazon / The Filipina singer performs in Morongo Casino's Grand Ballroom at 4pm. Tickets: 800-252-4499
Monday June 2 
Tuesday June 3
Wednesday June 4
First Wednesday Art Walk
Backstreet Art District, Cherokee Way & Matthew Dr., Palm Springs / The Art Walk features open studios and galleries. Refreshments and snacks are available. 6pm - 8pm. More info: 760-328-1440.
Thursday June 5
Friday June 6
Volunteer Jam with Charlie Daniels & .38 Special
Charlie Daniels & 38 Special ticketsFantasy Springs Resort & Casino
, 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio / Combine a country music legend with one of classic rock’s most respected bands then splash in a bit of southern flavor and you’ve got one great evening of entertainment as The Charlie Daniels Band and .38 Special team up for the “2008 Volunteer Jam Tour”.
Buy Charlie Daniels & .38 Special Tickets Here!
Saturday June 7
Sunday June 8
Monday June 9
Tuesday June 10
Wednesday June 11
Thursday June 12
Friday June 13
Saturday June 14
Sunday June 15
Monday June 16
Tuesday June 17
Wednesday June 18
Thursday June 19
Friday June 20
Saturday June 21
Sunday June 22
Monday June 23
Tuesday June 24
Wednesday June 25
Thursday June 26
Friday June 27
Saturday June 28
Bob Weir & RatdogBob Weir & Ratdog tickets
Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino
, 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio / RatDog has undergone many changes, both in personnel and musical approach. It has evolved from a blues revue into a musical fusion of backgrounds and talents; complex, energetic, and adventurous. The RatDog experience delights and exhilarates, and as Bob says, "If you like what you hear, do come again...." Buy Bob Weir Ratdog Tickets Here!
Sunday June 29
Monday June 30
Upcoming Events
JULY 12 FoghatFoghat  tickets
Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella / Take a "Slow Ride" to Coachella for the fastest, hardest rock in the Valley with Foghat. Also on stage, Leon Russell proves why he's still the rock 'n roll master. Leon will leave you "Hungry For Love." Two bands, one night of incredibe rock music. Buy Foghat Tickets Here!

July 19 HippiefestHippiefest tickets
Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino
, 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio / The artists confirmed to perform at “Hippiefest” include Bassist Jack Bruce, from the legendary band, Cream; Flo and Eddie from The Turtles; Joey Molland from Badfinger; and singer/songwriters Jonathan Bear and Melanie.  Buy Hippiefest Tickets Here!

JULY 25 - 31 Palm Springs Gay & Lesbian Film Festival 2008
Camelot Theatres, 2300 East Baristo Rd., Palm Springs / Presenting lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender cinema from around the world, and bring together film artists, film lovers, and industry professionals in a week-long celebration of motion pictures that reflect, inform, enrich, and often transform lives. More info: 760.409.9838

AUGUST 1 Ringo Star & His All StarrsRingo Starr & His All Starr Band tickets
Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino
, 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio / Ringo has assembled a stellar group of musical friends including Colin Hay (Men at Work), Billy Squier, Hamish Stuart, Edgar Winter, and newcomers, Gary Wright and drummer Gregg Bissonette. Fans will hear a selection of Beatles classics, Ringo’s solo smash hits, including songs from his latest CD, “LIVERPOOL 8”, as well as songs made popular by members of the All-Starrs.
Buy Ringo Star & His All Starrs Tickets Here!

Jethro Tull ticketsAUGUST 16 Jethro Tull
Fantasy Springs Resort & Casino
, 84-245 Indio Springs Pkwy., Indio / Jethro Tull has sold over 60 million albums worldwide, performed over 2500 concerts in 40 countries to millions of fans and is still as vibrant as they were 40 years ago. Lead by flautist/lead singer Ian Anderson, Jethro Tull’s memorable hits include, “Aqualung”, “Living in the Past”, “Thick as a Brick” and the radio friendly, “Bungle in the Jungle”. Buy Jethro Tull Tickets Here!

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