The month of May kicks off with a tribute to Tina Turner, Latin music for salsa, brews at The Living Desert Zoo and much more.
May 2
Craft & Sip Night at the Brewery
Reservations are recommended for this DIY event that combines brews and the chance to make a wood sign or welcome mat with Maggie McCarthy of Coachella Valley Craft. The $59-per-person admission covers the cost of materials. To register, email maggie@coachellavalleycraft.com.
WHERE: La Quinta Brewing Co.; 74714 Technology Drive; Palm Desert, CA 92276
WHEN: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
May 3
Brad's Pad, Free Rock Concert
Coachella Valley Radio persona Brad Mercer will be rocking it out to the classics with his eight-piece band. Must be 21 years of age to attend.
WHERE: Fantasy Springs Resort Casino; 84245 Indio Springs Pkwy.; Indio, CA 92203
WHEN: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
May 4
Rock the Park, Wednesday Night Concert Series
Always Tina, a tribute to Tina Turner, is next in the series of free tribute band performances held on the first Wednesday of each month through July 6. Anyone can attend. Just bring a beach chair or blanket.
WHERE: Palm Springs Downtown Park; 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way; Palm Springs, CA 92262
WHEN: 7 p.m.
May 5
An Evening with Michael Orland at Oscar's
An open-mic night will be hosted by vocal coach Michael Orland, who has performed with Barry Manilow, Ariana Grande, Lynda Carter and others. The cost is $35 per person.
WHERE: Oscar's; 71520 Gardess Road; Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
May 6
Rancho Mirage Certified Farmers Market at The River
Eat healthy with the help of the farmers of the desert and their fresh-to-the-table wares. Local goodies are also on hand at this market, which runs Fridays through Sept. 30.
WHERE: The River at Rancho Mirage; 71800 Highway 111; Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
WHEN: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 7
Palm Desert Brew at the Zoo
Described as the wildest beer, food and wine festival in the desert, the event combines live performances, culinary delights, craft beer and the discovery of wildlife like cheetah, giraffes and rhinos. Advanced reservations are required, and the price is $40 general admission.
WHERE: The Living Desert Zoo; 47900 Portola Ave.; Palm Desert, CA 92260
WHEN: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
May 8
Sunday Latin Nights
Presented by Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs, this event beckons the audience out on the dance floor with a variety of Latin music by Nacho Bustillos and Quinto Menguante.
WHERE: Cascade Lounge; 401 E. Amado Road; Palm Springs, CA 92262
WHEN: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.