Community Engagement Events
Special City Council Meeting
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Council Chamber, Palm Springs City Hall
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| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC FRAMEWORK RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Palm Springs Economic Development Strategic Framework and adopt its strategic priorities as a guiding policy document. | |||||||||||
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Holiday Lighting of the Palm Springs Visitor Center
Art in the Park in the Dark
This FUN FREE event fills the skies and trees with lasers and Demuth Park with black lights and neon on Nov. 29th from 5-9pm in Demuth park.
Palm Springs State of the City
Palm Springs Convention Center, 277 N. Avenida Caballeros
2:00 p.m. - City-sponsored Community Non-profit and City Department Showcase
3:00 - State of the City Presentation
Ice Cream Social immediately following State of the City
City of Palm Springs Holiday Tree Lighting
The City of Palm Springs Holiday Banner Awards begin at 4 pm. Join Main Street Palm Springs along with the Mayor and City Council for the presentation of the annual Holiday Banner Awards to local student artists from Palm Springs Unified School District.
Then, join the Palm Springs City Councilmembers and Santa Claus to light up the City’s stunning 22-foot Holiday Tree at 5:15 p.m. in Frances Stevens Park. The evening includes a meet-and-greet with Santa, free cookies and cocoa, as well as arts and crafts for the little ones.
Before the tree lighting Join Main Street Palm Springs along with the Mayor and City Council at 4:00 pm for the presentation of the annual Holiday Banner Awards to local student artists from Palm Springs Unified School District. Free cookies and hot cocoa will be on hand.
Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade
5:45 p.m.
The parade takes place on Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs. It begins at Ramon Road and Palm Canyon Drive and heads northbound on Palm Canyon Drive to Tachevah Road where it ends.
Palm Springs Small Hotels Walk of the Inns
Free, self-guided walking tour celebrates Palm Springs Hospitality - Thursday, December 11th at 4:00 PM
One night each winter, several distinctive boutique hotels in Palm Springs open their doors to welcome all visitors. This year, it’s on Thursday, December 11th. Pick up your map at the Palm Springs Art Museum at 4:00PM.
This annual family and dog-friendly event is a free, self-guided walking tour and a fun way to get to know the eclectic hotel properties in the neighborhoods between Ramon Road and Tahquitz Canyon Way.
Jingle Paws 5K Holiday Run/Walk
Event Details
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Location: Vine Ave. & W. Chino Drive, Palm Springs, CA
Time: 5K Run/Walk: 9:00 a.m. – Elf Dash: 10:00 a.m.
All proceeds from Jingle Paws benefit Guide Dogs of the Desert, supporting programs that enhance mobility, independence, and quality of life for individuals who are blind or visually impaired.
For registration, to volunteer, and more information, visit www.gddca.org or contact Kimberly at kmckinney@gddca.org or 760-329-2373
Guide Dogs of the Desert Keeps the Holiday Spirit Alive with Jingle Paws
Guide Dogs of the Desert is proud to continue a beloved local tradition with the return of Jingle Paws, formerly known as Santa Paws. This festive, family friendly holiday event invites the community to celebrate the season while supporting a meaningful cause.
Participants are encouraged to walk or run in Santa suits and bring their family, friends, and four-legged companions for a joyful Saturday morning. The event will include vendor booths, awards, children’s activities—including a special Elf Dash—and plenty of opportunities for festive holiday photos.
Palm Springs Health Run & Wellness Festival
Ruth Hardy Park, 700 Tamarisk Road
Friday, Jan. 23, 2026 - Pre-registration and shirt/backpack pick-up.
Saturday, January 24, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 10K Run kicks off
11:00 a.m. - Bike Ride kicks off
2nd Annual PSPD Open House “Behind the Badge”
Date: 01/31/2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Palm Springs Police Department
200 S. Civic Drive
Palm Springs, California 92262
Join us for an exciting Open House and see how the Palm Springs Police Department lives by our motto: “Exemplary Service". Discover the many ways our officers serve and protect the community everyday.
· Meet and chat with our officers
· Sign up for department tours
· Experience live demonstrations from our Drone, SWAT, and K9 Units
Bring your curiosity and community spirit. We can’t wait to show you what we do!
SAVE THE DATE. Everyone is welcome!