FREE Performance Sunday, Sept 7 – World Arts West at Presidio Tunnel Tops
FREE! Sunday, September 7 (1pm – 4pm) World Arts West Dance Festival: A global tour of dance in one afternoon at Tunnel Tops. The 2025 World Arts West Dance Festival wraps up its third and final weekend at Presidio Tunnel Tops! This year’s festival features dance workshops, artist dialogues, communal activities and more in venues across the city emphasizing the theme of “Dance as Health and Healing.”
(including Palm Springs, Palm Desert, La Quinta, Indio, Indian Wells, and Cathedral City)
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October 2025
• Modernism Week – October (Palm Springs): A midcentury-modern extravaganza with over 50 architecture tours, design events, and social gatherings from October 16–19, 2025.
• Weekly VillageFest (Downtown Palm Springs): A vibrant street fair with artisans, street food, and entertainment, held every Thursday evening (e.g., October 2, 9, 16, …).
• Blue Zones Well-Being Festival (Wellness Park): A wellness-focused event with fitness and community activities on October 4, 2025.
• Martha’s Village & Kitchen “Spooktacular” 5K/10K Run (Ruth Hardy Park): Halloween-themed run supporting local homelessness navigation services on October 11, 2025.
• Plus an array of October concerts and performances at venues like The Show (Rancho Mirage) and the Plaza Theatre, including:
• Trace Adkins (Oct 4)
• The Life and Music of George Michael (Oct 10)
• Billy Bob Thornton (Oct 17)
• Morrissey (Oct 24)
• Zakk Sabbath (Oct 30)
• Mammoth WVH Myles Kennedy (Oct 31)
• Frey House II Tour + Museum Day Pass at Palm Springs Art Museum – October 4
• Joshua Tree Music Festival – October 9–12(Joshua Tree area)
• Paint El Paseo Pink – October 11
• Yum Food Fest & Night Market (Palm Desert) – October 11–12
• Architectural Preservation Awards (Palm Springs Art Museum) – October 11
• Bosoms & Brews Fest for breast cancer awareness – October 16
• Boz Scaggs concert – October 17
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November 2025
• Palm Springs Pride – November 6–9, with the Parade on November 9 (downtown).
• Palm Springs Food & Wine Festival (Palm Springs Stadium) – around November 15–16.
• Regular Thursday VillageFest continues.
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December 2025
• Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade – December 6, downtown Palm Springs.
• Holiday-themed entertainment at Plaza Theatre – including shows like Lily Tomlin, Billy Porter, Fortune Feimster, “Cool Yule and Modern Men”, Jane Lynch, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Brad Williams, Jim Brickman – throughout December.
• Weekly VillageFest continues through December.
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January 2026
• Palm Springs International Film Festival – held annually in early January; previous dates included January 6–16, 2023. Expect similar timing for 2026.
• Plaza Theatre Performances:
• Herman’s Hermits and Peter Noone – January 10
• Bianca Del Rio – January 21–22
• Colin Mochrie & Brad Sherwood – January 23
• Don McLean – January 30
• VillageFest continues weekly.
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February 2026
• Plaza Theatre Performances:
• Joss Stone – February 9
• Micky Dolenz – February 15
• VillageFest continues.
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March 2026
• Plaza Theatre Performances:
• Judy Collins – March 1
• Paula Poundstone – March 6
• Vicki Lawrence & Mama – March 8
• Matthew Morrison – March 22
• Marshall Charloff & The Purple Experience – March 29
• VillageFest continues.
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April 2026
• VillageFest continues weekly.
• While the Coachella and Stagecoachfestivals fall just outside April in 2025, keep an eye on official dates for 2026—likely in mid to late April or early May depending on the calendar year.
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Event Calendar at a Glance
MonthHighlights
October Modernism Week – October, VillageFest, concerts, festivals (Joshua Tree, art markets)
November Pride Week + Parade, Food & Wine Fest, VillageFest
December Festival of Lights Parade, festive shows at Plaza Theatre, VillageFest
January Film Festival, live performances at Plaza Theatre, VillageFest
February Concerts at Plaza Theatre, VillageFest
March Performances at Plaza Theatre, VillageFest
April VillageFest; watch for Coachella & Stagecoach announcements
Today on the anniversary of her birth, we celebrate the life and legacy of Rainbow Honor Walk honoree Jane Addams (September 6, 1860 – May 21, 1935). A pioneering social reformer, author, and peace activist, Addams co-founded Chicago’s Hull House and was the first American woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. She was a leader in women’s suffrage, social justice, and international peace efforts, and her life’s work continues to inspire generations.
Read historian Dr. Bill Lipsky’s tribute from SF Bay Times at the link below:
Today on the anniversary of his birth, we celebrate the life and legacy of Rainbow Honor Walk honoree Sylvester James (September 6, 1947 – December 16, 1988). Known as the “Queen of Disco,” Sylvester dazzled the world with his soaring falsetto, flamboyant style, and unforgettable hits like “You Make Me Feel (Mighty Real).” An openly gay, African-American artist at a time when visibility carried risk, he became a trailblazer for LGBTQ+ performers everywhere. His generosity endured beyond his lifetime, as he left the royalties from his music to San Francisco AIDS organizations, ensuring his legacy of joy and care lives on.
Read the tribute in SF Bay Times by historian Dr. Bill Lipsky at the link below:
Bay to Breakers Community Breakfast to Celebrate Local Impact of Company Teams
Wednesday, September 10 – 9:30am – YES SF Headquarters
5 September 2025 — San Francisco, CA: A San Francisco tradition meets community spirit. On Wednesday, September 10 at 9:30am, Bay to Breakers will host a Community Breakfast at YES SF Headquarters, bringing together business leaders, company teams, and community members for a relaxed morning of connection, coffee, and pastries. The highlight of the event will be the presentation of a special donation check to YES SF, representing 10% of the proceeds from Bay to Breakers 2025 Company Teams.
“Bay to Breakers is not just a race, it’s a reflection of San Francisco’s creativity, inclusivity, and civic pride,” said Rodney Fong, President and CEO of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce. “The support of company teams strengthens workplace bonds while making a meaningful contribution to organizations like YES SF that can serve our community.”
For Bay to Breakers organizer Motiv Sports, the breakfast underscores the legacy of the race as a platform for giving back.
“Bay to Breakers has always been about fun, fitness, and community,” said Crystian Kumnick of Motiv Sports. “This year, we’re thrilled to shine a light on the impact of company teams and celebrate their generosity in supporting YES SF.”
The Community Breakfast offers attendees the chance to network, learn more about Bay to Breakers’ company team program, and celebrate San Francisco’s ongoing spirit of collaboration.
“At its core, Yes SF is about saying ‘yes/ to a sustainable future,” said Fong. “YesSF is about enabling visionary ideas, and supporting the people behind them.”
Event Details: What: Bay to Breakers Community Breakfast When: Wednesday, September 10 – 9:30am Where: YES SF Headquarters Tickets & Info:Eventbrite Link
About Bay to Breakers: Since 1912, Bay to Breakers has been a quintessential San Francisco experience—uniting runners, walkers, and revelers from around the world for a one-of-a-kind race from the Embarcadero to Ocean Beach. Organized by Motiv Sports, the race celebrates San Francisco’s unique culture while supporting community organizations and local causes.
About YesSF: Launched in 2023, Yes SF began as a place-based innovation challenge calling for sustainable solutions to revitalize downtown San Francisco. 14 Top Innovators were selected from over 150 applicants for their world-leading innovations in urban sustainability. Now, they’re deploying their innovations and growing in San Francisco. Since the first challenge, a second UpLink challenge launched, the SF Chamber of Commerce’s Yes SF Sustainable innovators Network expanded support for innovators, and a physical community and coworking space in the heart of downtown San Francisco opened. There you can find regular programming for startups, small business, and San Franciscans curious about the future of their city.
