The best things to do in Cathedral City

19 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Victoria Club

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Golf, tennis, and table tennis are on the docket at this country club offering dining and events.

2521 Arroyo Dr (Riverside)

Golf, tennis, and table tennis are on the docket at this country club offering dining and events.

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Fairway-lined, tree-filled course offering lessons and amenities for all levels of players, plus a clubhouse.

6161 Moraga Ave (Riverside)

Fairway-lined, tree-filled course offering lessons and amenities for all levels of players, plus a clubhouse.

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Country club offers tennis, swimming, a gym & youth camps & hosts weddings & other private events.

975 Country Club Dr (Riverside)

Country club offers tennis, swimming, a gym & youth camps & hosts weddings & other private events.

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Par-70 course set on rolling terrain with green fairways and views of the city and mountains.

5700 Club House Dr (Riverside)

Par-70 course set on rolling terrain with green fairways and views of the city and mountains.

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Historic, circa-1964 drive-in theater screens films on outdoor screens & hosts Swap Meet markets.

3035 Van Buren Boulevard (Riverside)

Historic, circa-1964 drive-in theater screens films on outdoor screens & hosts Swap Meet markets.

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Riverside Art Museum is stacking timely shows and hands-on creativity, from We The People: Chicano Art in the U.S.A. and California…

3425 Mission Inn Avenue (Riverside)

A. and California Collectives to zine workshops that dust off your inner maker. Perfect Redlands reset when you need fresh visuals and a little spark.

From the Eastvale newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Seven Lakes Golf & Country Club is that polished Palm Springs membership spot where you can chase birdies, then stick around for a social…

4100 E 7 Lakes Dr (Palm Springs)

Seven Lakes Golf & Country Club is that polished Palm Springs membership spot where you can chase birdies, then stick around for a social calendar packed with activities. If your week needs a lift, consider this your sign to explore a Golf or Social Membership this week.

From the Palm Springs newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Swap your usual hang for a neon-bright round at GLO Mini Golf, where indoor mini golf, arcade games, immersive escape rooms, virtual…

1299 Tyler St Ste E106 (Riverside)

Swap your usual hang for a neon-bright round at GLO Mini Golf, where indoor mini golf, arcade games, immersive escape rooms, virtual reality, and console gaming all live under one roof. Easy pick for a spontaneous weeknight laugh with friends or a kids’ party that plans itself.

From the Redlands newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Family-friendly spot featuring four 18-hole miniature golf courses, rides, and an arcade.

3500 Polk St (Riverside)

Family-friendly spot featuring four 18-hole miniature golf courses, rides, and an arcade.

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Escena Golf Club

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Vibrant restaurant set at a scenic 18-hole golf course, offering traditional breakfast and lunch options.

1100 Clubhouse View Dr (Palm Springs)

Vibrant restaurant set at a scenic 18-hole golf course, offering traditional breakfast and lunch options.

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Golf club with a driving range, villas, and pool, plus a gym.

9002 Shadow Ridge Rd (Palm Desert)

Golf club with a driving range, villas, and pool, plus a gym.

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Camelot Theatres

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Art, foreign & independent films are featured at this classic theater with old-school charm.

2300 E Baristo Rd (Palm Springs)

Art, foreign & independent films are featured at this classic theater with old-school charm.

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National amusement center chain featuring mini-golf, go-karts, bumper boats & arcade games.

67-700 E Palm Canyon Dr

National amusement center chain featuring mini-golf, go-karts, bumper boats & arcade games.

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Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

4031 Flat Rock Rd (Riverside)

Chain of indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs & more.

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Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

71800 CA-111 Suite A-137 (Rancho Mirage)

Chain of movie theaters, some with multiple screens, stadium seats & self-service ticketing kiosks.

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Center comprised of art galleries offering paintings, jewelry & ceramics, plus framing services.

2600 Cherokee Way (Palm Springs)

Center comprised of art galleries offering paintings, jewelry & ceramics, plus framing services.

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Popular 27-hole golf course with a clubhouse and a pro shop, featuring water hazards.

28555 Landau Blvd

Popular 27-hole golf course with a clubhouse and a pro shop, featuring water hazards.

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State-of-the-art theater offers stadium or luxury VIP seating, plus food delivered seatside.

36850 Pickfair St

State-of-the-art theater offers stadium or luxury VIP seating, plus food delivered seatside.

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Clean, well-kept course (one of two) featuring multiple tee boxes, and greens that are generally fast.

1885 Golf Club Dr (Palm Springs)

Clean, well-kept course (one of two) featuring multiple tee boxes, and greens that are generally fast.

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