Spring (March - May) is an excellent time for travelers who want to experience all that Palm Springs offers—from hiking in the canyons, exploring art and architecture, touring a wind farm, or relaxing by the pool. Plenty of activities make Palm Springs an ideal getaway in Spring.
Enjoy Incredible Weather
The weather is ideal, with warm temperatures during the day and cool temperatures in the evening. This makes it great for doing all the outdoor activities you love in the morning and relaxing poolside in the afternoon.
March - H 81, L 52 F (27/11 C)
April - H 87, L 57 F (31/14 C)
May - H 95, L 64 F (35/18 C)
Book Your Spring Getaway Stay
You'll find the perfect accommodation with stunning views, boutique hotels, and luxurious resorts.
If I don't have kids and don't want to be around the kids, it's no problem. Over 40 resorts cater to adult-only stays.
We are proud of our extensive and unique collection of small hotels and Inns. Many are architecturally significant and historic. Over 40 are in our iconic midcentury modern resort style. If you'd like to cook a little, consider booking a room with a kitchenette.
We also offer over 2,000 vacation home rentals, which are excellent options for families or good friends willing to share the cost. You get your own space and your pool.
Tip: The high season is considered to be January – March. As we move into May, you’ll find better rates on hotel rooms. Sunday—Thursday rates are always better than weekend rates throughout the year.
Check Out Seasonal Events
To make the most of your time in Palm Springs, it's a good idea to find out what events are happening during your stay. There is no shortage of exciting things to do throughout the city, from art exhibitions and live music performances to drag brunches and film screenings.
First Wednesday Art Walk at the Backstreet Art District, 2600 S. Cherokee Way, 5 – 8 p.m. This event offers a diverse collection of galleries, working artist studios, and art businesses.
Bring your running shoes and join the annual Shamrock 5K run.
Palm Springs Vintage Market is at the Palm Springs Cultural Center (2300 E Baristo Road) on the first Sunday of each month. It is open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop for various finds, including midcentury modern, vintage Americana, retro fun finds, food, and entertainment. Plus, the Cultural Center hosts many events every week, from movies to live shows and entertainment.
Outdoor Tours & Indoor Spas
Once you’ve settled into your hotel room, it’s time to explore this remarkable city! Spend some time wandering around downtown, taking in all the sights and sounds - from art galleries and shops selling vintage clothing to trendy restaurants serving delicious cuisine worldwide.
For the Adventurer
For those looking for a real adventure while visiting Palm Springs, try out an off-road tour. These guided tours will take you through desert terrain full of cacti forests while you learn about local history!
Desert Adventures Red Jeep Tours offers several tours. On the San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour adventure, you will learn about the California desert's plants, animals, geology, and history. Take a walk through a slot canyon created by the powerful forces of plate tectonics, water, wind, and time, and enjoy spectacular views as your guide describes the geologic forces and local history that shaped the Coachella Valley. They also offer an Indian Canyons Tour and a Painted Canyon Jeep Tour.
Big Wheel Tours offers biking, hiking, and jeep tours. Enjoy exploring the city or the surrounding area like Joshua Tree. They even have a popular mountain bike tour.
There are also Off Road Rentals.
The legendary Smoke Tree Stables offers fun equine therapy for horse lovers. The Murray Canyon Haul Ride is in the beautiful and scenic Indian Canyons, riding along streams and native Palm Groves. It's quite stunning.
Palm Springs Hiking Guide
For a Relaxing Stay – Book a Spa Day
You will have a great one at Estrella Spa at Avalon Palm Springs. It all begins with a glass of bubbles in the living room of this idyllic garden hacienda. A seasoned therapist will pamper and heal with a natural menu of options, from body scrubs to Natura Bissé facials, reflexology massage, and perhaps a nibble of chocolate.
The healers at the Feel Good Spa at Ace Hotel Palm Springs use organic botanicals made from pure, natural ingredients, making you feel like you’re at the dawn of a new, more healthful epoch. The treatments are practical and indulgent, emphasizing the pleasurable enhancement of health.
The largest spa in Palm Springs is the Sante Spa at Riviera, featuring 18 treatment rooms and private men’s and women’s locker rooms with steam rooms. Relax before or after your tranquil Blue Haven Lounge treatment in the Watsu pool, spa, and cabanas. Their expertly trained clinicians and estheticians deliver unforgettable massages, body treatments, and skin therapies designed to bring out your best self.
The Yacht Club at Parker Palm Springs is also very impressive.
See the full list of spas and salons.
Spas to Find Serenity
Nightlife
When the sun sets, Palm Springs comes alive with its vibrant nightlife.
Take a stroll down Palm Canyon Drive and check out some of the local bars and clubs, or attend one of the live music events held at various venues throughout the city. Purple Room is a popular rat-pack-style supper club. Michael Holms performs. Do not miss The Judy Show on Sunday.
Palm Springs Happy Hour Guide
PS Air Bar is literally in a fuselage with first-class and economy seating. This air-themed speakeasy offers dinner, cocktails, and entertainment. Welcome aboard!
Oscars Café & Bar also has a lot of live entertainment that delivers the fun. On the Weekend, you will be entertained at the Bitchiest Brunch. Sundays also feature the Mimosa Men. The events calendar changes frequently, so check for your visit dates.
The Village Palm Springs is a diverse and casual place in downtown Palm Springs. It includes a restaurant, sports bar, and nightclub that offers good food and fun until 2 a.m. every night. They welcome everyone to dance, make friends, eat, relax, and enjoy.
Arenas District, where the fun is!
VillageFest Street Fair
VillageFest takes place in downtown Palm Springs on Palm Canyon Drive every Thursday night. The street is closed to vehicular traffic and transformed into a festive, pedestrian street fair. The perimeter of the event consists of Indian Canyon Drive to the east and Belardo Road to the west. Vendor booths are set up on both sides of the street, and visitors can stroll through the traffic-free event. Hours are 6 – 10 p.m. in the Spring.
