HAPPENINGS
First Friday El Paseo
First Friday on El Paseo consists of multiple events happening all along the famed shopping and dining avenue.
FRIDAY May 3, from 4pm to 7pm
ArtWalk El Paseo
Take a self-guided tour of over 15+ fine art galleries and enjoy in-gallery artist receptions, stroll the El Paseo Median Art Exhibition and take selfies with the many wall murals found along the avenue!
El Paseo Cruise Night
Enjoy the new meet-up location at the Palm Desert Area Chamber of Commerce parking lot at 3pm, and then the famed Cruise El Paseo starting at 4 pm with hundreds of cars driving all blocks of El Paseo.
Biennial Sculpture Exhibition
Check out 18 amazing sculptures in the Median, now with scannable QR codes to learn more about the artists, the various mediums and how they were selected as part of the 2023/24 El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition.
El Paseo Design District
From interior designers, home decor and consignment shops, El Paseo offers a newly expanded range of over 20 shops to help create a variety of perfect living spaces. Check out the full directory.
Catch a Free Ride
The FREE El Paseo Courtesy Carts operate daily from 11 am to 6 pm providing transportation to every block of El Paseo! Park anywhere in the district and catch a free ride to see all the galleries and in-store events, the Median Art Exhibition, the wall murals, and more! Simply flag the cart down, or download the convenient app, “Circuit” or text 760-582-3552 to have the cart come to you.
Special In-Store Events
March 1
Stop by these and other participating businesses for special First Friday & ArtWalk Events!
ART GALLERIES
Allan Pitchco Galleries
Join us until 7:30 and all of our paintings will be available that evening AT HALF OFF.
A Gallery Fine Art
View an extensive collection of art glass. Liquid beauty, shimmering color and unique shapes continue to intrigue. Refreshments will be served.
Art 276 Gallery
ART276 Gallery is proud to present S. P. Harper’s “Elizabeth Taylor Jewels” Series of 7 paintings illuminating the iconic actress. These artworks are the result of a collaboration with the artist De Camille. A glass of prosecco is part of the event.
Chuck Jones Gallery
A special new exhibition, “A Tribute to Hanna Barbera,” with a highlight on cels by Alan Bodner and Bob Singer. Fun reception with lots to see!
CODA Gallery
Art Lovers Opening Receptions for our Upcoming Exhibition featuring Pavlina Alea, through March 15.
Desert Wolff
Enjoy a a host of new artwork as we celebrate ArtWalk.
Dominique Cohen
Showcasing our amazing collection of art which includes our beautiful original movie posters – all have been restored linen backed + framed as well as our stunning guitars by the artist + comedian Bobbie Slayton. We’ll be offering champagne + light bites.
Jones & Terwilliger
View new paintings by Dutch pointillist painter Ton Dubbeldam at a champagne and wine reception between 4p – 7pm.
Melissa Morgan Fine Art
Start your ArtWalk journey at our amazing Sculpture Garden on the corner of San Luis Rey and El Paseo to enjoy a student band from Academy of Musical Performance before heading to the Gallery for sips and savors and a special group exhibition.
Ramey Fine Art
Enjoy a meet and greet reception with artist Michael Ross and celebrate with a glass of Prosecco!
Skidmore Contemporary Art
Stop by for our Grand Opening reception! We are excited to be a part of El Paseo!
IN STORE EVENTS
Engel * Volkers
Stop by for a fun reception featuring refreshments and small bites.
Lolo Interiors
Sip and Shop! Join us at Lolo Interiors for beer, wine, and everything design! Speak to our designers, shop the collection or just enjoy the space! From 4pm-5pm
House of Lolo
Style & Sip a glass of wine while you shop + get styled by our team! From 4pm-5pm
Pacifica Seafood
Stop by for $12 Lemon Drops all night, and special small plate offers!
Patriot Store
Don’t be fooled…Come to The Patriot Store for the best deals on El Paseo