The best arts & culture spots in Palm Desert

3 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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March Field Air Museum

Arts & Culture

Need a quick wow this week? March Field Air Museum lines up more than 100 historic aircraft, from the B-17G and B-29A to a B-52D and MQ-1B…

22550 Van Buren Boulevard (Riverside)

“Need a quick wow this week? March Field Air Museum lines up more than 100 historic aircraft, from the B-17G and B-29A to a B-52D and MQ-1B Predator, and it sits by an active flight line, so you might spot modern military aircraft while you wander.”

From the Fontana newsletter, August 4, 2026

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McCallum Theatre

Arts & Culture

Ornate locale surrounded by palm trees has a multi-level performance space for music acts & theater.

73000 Fred Waring Dr

“Ornate locale surrounded by palm trees has a multi-level performance space for music acts & theater.”

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Melissa Morgan Sculpture Garden

Arts & Culture

Free-admission venue showcasing sculptures.

73785 El Paseo

“Free-admission venue showcasing sculptures.”

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