Additional festive holiday events in La Quinta will take place throughout December

WHAT

The City of La Quinta is welcoming the winter season with snow in the desert, twinkling lights, handmade gifts and holiday cheer. Join the community in celebrating the holidays at the Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 5 and at other festive events throughout the city in December.

2025 HOLIDAY EVENT SCHEDULE

Annual Casita Lighting at La Quinta Museum | December 3, 2025 | 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

La Quinta Museum, 77-885 Avenida Montezuma, La Quinta, CA 92253

The La Quinta Museum is thrilled to invite the community to its annual Casita Lighting. Sip hot chocolate under the night sky, listen to music by Mariachi Flor de Dahlia and watch as the Casita lights up the night for a one-of-a-kind holiday experience in La Quinta.

City of La Quinta Tree Lighting Ceremony | December 5, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
La Quinta Civic Center, 78495 Calle Tampico, La Quinta, CA 92253

Get ready for snow in the desert! Join the City of La Quinta for their annual Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Civic Center. The event brings holiday cheer for the community – snow play, train rides, live performances and a visit from Santa are in store.

Art on Main Street | December 13, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Main Street, Old Town La Quinta

Art on Main Street is a vibrant outdoor art fair featuring jewelry, fine art, ceramics, woodwork, textiles, glass and more from talented local and regional artists.

Gingerbread Lane | December 6, December 13 and December 20, 2025 | 11:00 am – 5:00 pm 

Old Town Artisan Studios, 78046 Calle Barcelona, La Quinta, CA, 92253

The 7th Annual Gingerbread Lane is back this year at Old Town Artisan Studios. Stroll through beautiful holiday decorations, see a 17-foot Christmas tree and enjoy cookie decorating, ornament painting, live performances and special appearances from Santa and Mrs. Claus.