Palm Springs Black History Committee – Calendar of Events

Join the Palm Springs Black History Committee as we honor, educate, and celebrate through a year of impactful community events. From educational workshops and cultural celebrations to our annual parade and gala, each event is designed to uplift, inform, and unite our community.

Explore our upcoming events below and mark your calendars — we look forward to celebrating history, culture, and progress with you!

01/18/2026

Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Celebration

2pm

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4pm

United Methodist Church 1555 E Alejo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

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01/18/2026

Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Celebration

Join us for our annual community celebration honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The evening will feature inspiring s...

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2pm

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4pm

United Methodist Church 1555 E Alejo Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

01/25/2026

Gospel Fest

2pm

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4pm

Word of Life Fellowship Center 64565 Pierson Blvd, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240

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01/25/2026

Gospel Fest

Experience an uplifting afternoon of music, faith, and fellowship. Local choirs, soloists, and musicians will come together to celebrate thr...

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2pm

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4pm

Word of Life Fellowship Center 64565 Pierson Blvd, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240

02/05/2026 - 02/26/2026

Black History Nights at the Museum - EVERY THURSDAY

5pm

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7pm

Palm Springs Art Museum 101 N Museum Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92262

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02/05/2026 - 02/26/2026

Black History Nights at the Museum - EVERY THURSDAY

Explore Black history and culture each week at the Palm Springs Art Museum. These sessions highlight art, stories, and achievements that hav...

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5pm

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7pm

Palm Springs Art Museum 101 N Museum Dr. Palm Springs, CA 92262

02/07/2026

Palm Springs Black History Annual Awards Gala

6pm Cocktail Hour| 7pm Awards Ceremony

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10pm

Double Tree by Hilton Hotel 67967 Vista Chino, Cathedral City, CA 92234

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02/07/2026

Palm Springs Black History Annual Awards Gala

Join us for signature evening recognizing outstanding community leaders and organizations who have made a lasting impact. Enjoy an elegant n...

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6pm Cocktail Hour| 7pm Awards Ceremony

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10pm

Double Tree by Hilton Hotel 67967 Vista Chino, Cathedral City, CA 92234

02/16/2026

Palm Springs Black History Chartered Bus Tour

9am

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1pm

James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center. 480 W Tramview Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

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02/16/2026

Palm Springs Black History Chartered Bus Tour

Take our Palm Springs Black History Tour, the only tour of its kind in Greater Palm Springs!

This tour will introduce you to Black pioneers o...

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9am

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1pm

James O. Jessie Desert Highland Unity Center. 480 W Tramview Rd, Palm Springs, CA 92262

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