Season 59 Preview
For more than 55 years, the Palm Springs Opera Guild has been a driving force in the cultural and artistic life of the Coachella Valley, empowering artists and engaging the community. We invite you to join us in our 59th Season.
Event Calendar
2026
October 2
A Celebration of America’s 250th Birthday – Aaron Copland’s Old American Songs
St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, Palm Desert, 2:00pm
November 7
Season Opener — Exclusive Members’ Reception
Rancho Mirage Amphitheater, 5:15pm Reception
November 7
Opera Under the Stars
Rancho Mirage Amphitheater, 7:00pm Concert
December 5
National Vocal Competition Finals
Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory, 1:00pm
2027
January 13
“Lime Jello Marshmallow Cottage Cheese Surprise” Fundraising Luncheon
Classic Club, Palm Desert, 12:30pm
January 27
Evening of Love – Black Tie Dinner
Desert Willow Golf Resort, Palm Desert, 5:00pm Social Hour & 6:00pm Dinner
February 19-20, 7:30pm
February 21, 2:00pm
Jake Heggie’s Three Decembers
Dezart Performs Playhouse, Palm Springs
March 3
National Vocal Competition Winner’s Recital
Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory, 2:00pm
March 7
Bus Trip to LA Opera – Verdi’s Nabucco
Departure Location and Time TBD
March 9-10
Celebrating Opera Lectures – “Who’s Afraid of Opera?”
Palm Desert Library, Palm Desert, 3:30pm
March 23
J’Nai Bridges Concert and Reception
The McCallum Theatre, Palm Desert, 7:00pm Concert
April 4
Opera in the Park
Sunrise Park, Palm Springs, 5:30pm
April 14
Season Finale & Annual Meeting
Private Home TBD
