Feeling Bored? Check out these 7 Palm Springs area activities.<\/p>\n A list of 7 must-go events and places in the Coachella Valley for summer 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/media-video><\/div>\n It’s time to get creative, readers. What activities will keep us cool and<\/em> entertained despite this summer heat?<\/p>\n This week’s event roundup includes everything from karaoke to a pool party to a full-fledged film festival, so both those who want to brave the sun and those who’d rather stay in the safety of air-conditioned spaces will have something to choose from.<\/p>\n Here’s our picks for the top events to attend the week of Monday, June 22.<\/p>\n XOXO Palm Springs wraps up Monday, so why not take advantage of this family friendly festival activity before it’s over? Head to the Palm Springs Air Museum and purchase a regular admission ticket, then ask for a scavenger hunt form and go through the museum looking for the items on the list. Finally, show the completed form at the giftshop counter, and you\u2019ll receive a free prize.<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday, June 22<\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>Palm Springs Air Museum, 745 N. Gene Autry Trail, Palm Springs<\/p>\n Cost: <\/strong>$23-$25, Kids 12 and under free with adult admission<\/p>\n More info:<\/strong> palmspringsairmuseum.org\/programs\/<\/a><\/p>\n Every Monday this summer, desert dwellers and visitors alike can enjoy live Latin, pop and more musical genres at this weekly concert. In addition to a live show by Leanna and Miguel, attendees can also enjoy specialty martinis, wines, and a selection of boards, salads, flatbreads and desserts. You can make a reservation by calling or texting 760-668-9665.<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>5-8 p.m. Monday, June 22<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> V Wine Lounge, 600 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs<\/p>\n Cost: <\/strong>Free admission<\/p>\n More info:<\/strong> vwinelounge.com<\/a><\/p>\n It doesn’t matter if you’re not a hotel guest at Ace Hotel & Swim Club, because the property’s several weekly events open to the public help everyone escape. One of those events is Karaoke with Kyle, the “High Desert Karaoke Maestro,” as the Ace calls him, held every Monday night in the Amigo Room. Grab a drink, sing a classic at the top of your lungs and pretend it’s not 100+ degrees outside.<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>8 p.m. Monday, June 22<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong> Ace Hotel & Swim Club, 701 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs<\/p>\n Cost: <\/strong>Free admission<\/p>\n More info: <\/strong>acehotelpalmsprings.com<\/a><\/p>\n This Tuesday’s CVRep Summer Cabaret Series performer is a true fighter \u2014 as both a Broadway veteran and a survivor of non-Hodgkin\u2019s lymphoma. The theater describes her voice as follows: “Rooted in classical training, her soaring soprano and sultry chest tones effortlessly bridge the gap from classical to Broadway to pop, infusing humor and sultry charm into her performances.” The press release says O’Brien’s talents have led her to perform in over 350 cities, including as part of the national tours of “An Enchanted Evening,” “The Music of Broadway,” “A Sentimental Journey,” “The Doris Day Songbook,” and, most recently, “Yesterday Once More, The Sound of Karen Carpenter.”<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a07 p.m. Tuesday, June 23<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Coachella Valley Repertory, 68-510 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City<\/p>\n Cost:<\/strong>\u00a0$65<\/p>\n More info:<\/strong> cvrep.org<\/a><\/p>\n It’s that time of year when the pool is calling \u2014 but a dip sounds much more appealing once the sun has set. That’s where this weekly Palm Desert Aquatic Center event comes in. Grab your pool attire and head to the pool at Civic Center Park every Tuesday and Friday night for an evening of music, open recreational swimming, water slides and other fun pool activities. Attendees can also purchase food from the aquatic center’s newly expanded Hot Spot Cafe menu.<\/p>\n When: <\/strong>7:30-10:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 23 and Friday, June 26 (the event is held every Tuesday and Friday now through Aug. 14 at the same time)<\/p>\n Where: <\/strong>Palm Desert Aquatic Center, 73-751 Magnesia Falls Drive, Palm Desert<\/p>\n Cost: <\/strong>Free with purchase of a $12 adult day pass, $9 youth or senior day pass, $7.75 junior day pass (ages 2-5), or three-month or annual pass (see website for all pass types)<\/p>\n More info: <\/strong>pdpool.com<\/a><\/p>\n The Palm Springs International ShortFest returns and promises another year of creative, whacky and insanely entertaining short films. This festival groups a handful of short films into one program, which can range from comedies and horror to truly out-of-this-world stories, and the best part is audiences never really know what they’re going to get with each one. All ShortFest screenings will take place at Festival Theaters.<\/p>\n When:<\/strong>\u00a0Tuesday, June 23-Monday, June 29<\/p>\n Where:<\/strong>\u00a0Festival Theaters, 789 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs<\/p>\n Cost:<\/strong>\u00a0General admission individual screening tickets $20 (or $18 for PSIFS members), Opening Night $70, Closing Night $60, various festival passes ranging from $75 to $540 (see full details at website below)<\/p>\n More info:<\/strong>psfilmfest.org\/shortfest<\/a><\/p>\n
\nWhether you’re looking for something cinematic, boozy or family friendly, here’s our picks for the top events to attend the week of Monday, June 22.<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
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<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWorld War II Scavenger Hunt<\/h2>\n
Leanna and Miguel on Congas<\/h2>\n
Karaoke with Kyle<\/h2>\n
CV Rep Summer Series presents Joanne O’Brien<\/h2>\n
Hot Summer Nights<\/h2>\n
Palm Springs International ShortFest<\/h2>\n