Free events in Palm Springs, CA

This library program invites children ages 5 to 7 to explore a new creative focus each month, trying out journaling, drawing, clay work, and small crafts to express themselves through different materials. Participation is free. Registration is required and can be completed by calling the library or visiting the Information Desk for help or additional details.

Celebrate Veterans Day with an evening featuring pre-show festivities, a high-energy rock-and-roll performance by The Hit Men, and a special tribute to local heroes. The celebration also includes food and activities on the plaza, along with an ice cream social.

Explore a fluid yoga practice that moves through circular sequences of postures, blending flowing vinyasa with intentional breathing and concentration. The practice is designed to build strength and joint mobility, with room to move at a smooth, contemplative pace or with vibrant energy. Alejandro teaches with a focus on connecting body, breath, and inner experience. The practice is offered in English and Spanish, and all bodies, backgrounds, and experience levels are welcome. No previous yoga experience is needed, and there is no cost. Comfortable, layered clothing and any preferred practice supports, such as a mat, blocks, straps, bolsters, or blankets, may be brought along. Community practice supports are also available, and bringing water for after practice is encouraged. The practice is shared through voluntary giving, helping keep it open and available to the community.

Vietnam Veterans of the Coachella Valley are invited to march in the Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade in honor of those who cannot. Participants will watch the parade together before marching at the rear.

Enjoy a farmers' market in Downtown Riverside every Wednesday, rain or shine. A different market vendor is featured each month.

A ceremony honoring the dedication, service, and sacrifices of local veterans and all who have served. The community is invited to show appreciation and gratitude to the nation’s veterans.

This free storytime is designed for children ages 3 to 5 and their families, with all ages welcome. Enjoy books, music, dancing, and singing.

Lighthouse of Hope Foundation Inc. provides free weekly groceries to the Riverside community. Onsite registration is available, and no ID is required. Bring a wagon, cart, box, or bag to carry groceries. Fresh produce is often available, and hot meal services are offered on select days for unhoused guests.

This free weekly reading program, offered in partnership with the Assistance League of Riverside, supports students in grades 2–6 who are reading at a 2nd–3rd grade level. Trained volunteers lead supportive, pressure-free sessions that help students build reading skills and confidence, with no commitment required.

Enjoy a free tasting at Evans Brewery in Rio’s Lounge. Guests are encouraged to purchase beer and food to help support future events.

Kristin Varner guides this gentle, all-seated yoga practice, combining mindful movement and breathing to support mobility, flexibility, balance, and functional strength. The class begins with guided breathing, continues through seated postures that honor each person’s limits, and closes with meditation and quiet reflection. All bodies, backgrounds, and experience levels are welcome, and no prior yoga experience is needed. There is no cost. Comfortable layered clothing is suggested, and participants may bring any practice supports they enjoy, such as a mat, blocks, straps, bolsters, or blankets. Community supports are available, and bringing water is recommended. The practice is sustained through voluntary giving.

Enjoy a free screening of this Oscar-winning short film, a dark Southern Gothic story about two brothers fighting to save their family farm from financial ruin. Written, directed by, and starring Ray McKinnon, the film features Walton Goggins and Eddie King as the brothers, whose lives change when a mysterious stranger arrives with an unexpected solution. The suspenseful story explores family, sacrifice, economic pressure, and the effort to preserve a way of life in a changing world. The 40-minute screening will be followed by a Q&A with Hi-Desert Artists Gallery Director Katie Nartonis, who worked as a location scout for the film.

An in-person guided sound meditation for the 11/11 Portal, open to the general public.

Enjoy a musical performance of lyrics by Alan and Marilyn Bergman, presented by Gene Strange with Joel Bake on piano. Admission is free, and light refreshments will be provided. Tips are appreciated, and non-perishable food donations are welcome. RSVP by calling 760-321-1548.

Bachata with Ana is offered on Thursdays in Banning. Sign up for free during November.

Admission is free. Shō Miyake’s award-winning film follows Li, a screenwriter searching for direction as everyday experiences become material for stories and cinema. Inspired by two manga stories by Yoshiharu Tsuge, the film moves between a windswept summer by the sea, where two young strangers tentatively connect, and a snowy winter inn, where Li meets its enigmatic innkeeper, Benzo. Through these contrasting narratives, the film explores how travel, language, and chance encounters shape the stories people tell. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Shō Miyake. It is part of Unspoken Gestures: A Shō Miyake Retrospective, organized with The Japan Foundation, Los Angeles, with additional support from UC Riverside’s Department of Media and Cultural Studies and Asian Studies.

Community members take part in hands-on habitat restoration at Fairmount Park, removing invasive plants and planting native plants and trees. These efforts support biodiversity, ecosystem health, and the long-term resilience of this community green space.

Learn how to recognize cardiac arrest and perform hands-only CPR, along with three methods for controlling serious bleeding.

Riverside’s Veterans Parade & Expo honors Veterans from all branches, generations, and eras of service. The parade, themed “The Music of Active Duty,” features marching bands, equestrian units, color guards, military and community marching units, military vehicles, classic cars, and floats. The expo includes community booths, food, music, and activities for the whole family. The event is free and open to the public.

Celebrate LGBTQIA+ literature and the power of the written word at this annual book festival. The free festival brings together authors, readers, and literary enthusiasts for conversations, author discussions, book signings, and more, creating space to share and discover diverse stories and perspectives. Registration is required.

A free park gathering centered on music, dancing, and family-friendly activities. The program features house, techno, drum and bass, electro, and more, with performances by special guest and resident DJs. Guests can enjoy food and treats, giveaways, two children’s playgrounds, basketball courts, parking, and restrooms. A can and dry food drive is also part of the event, and food will be available from Havee’s Tacos.

Explore audio upgrades for Harley-Davidson motorcycles in this free workshop. Learn about Rockford Fosgate audio systems, hear expert insights, and get answers to your audio upgrade questions. Lunch and drinks, including wings, chips, cookies, and drinks, are provided.

Ramona Market transforms the historic Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre into a family friendly night market in the scenic foothills under the stars. Admission is free and no tickets are required. Once known as the Bertling Ranch Market, the rebranded gathering brings Hemet together each month with a mix of local culture, shopping, and entertainment. Explore artisan booths featuring handmade pieces and distinctive gifts, then sample a rotating selection of food trucks and pop ups serving both savory bites and sweet treats. Live music and performances set an upbeat soundtrack for dancing and community connection. The Sunset Bar serves craft cocktails, beer, and wine as the sun dips behind the canyon, rounding out an evening made for food lovers, shoppers, and families.

A curated group of wedding experts will be available to share advice for planning a celebration that matches your vision, whether you imagine a sophisticated black-tie gala or a relaxed barefoot ceremony on the beach. Their guidance focuses on helping you create lasting memories for a day that feels just right for you.

IEHP offers on-campus support for questions about eligibility, help with applications, and information about health coverage. Learn about no- or low-cost health care.

Budding cooks get hands-on time with the Charlie Cart while library staff teach kitchen basics and food safety. Participants practice skills and prepare their own dishes with guidance throughout. This library program is free, and advance registration is required. To register or ask for details, call (760) 564-4767 or visit the Information Desk.