During the next several months, Palm Springs will host several signature events including a film festival, a motorcycle event, a classic car show, Pride Weekend and the annual Festival of Lights Parade.

 Cinema Diverse

Date: September 24-27, 2009

Location: Camelot Theatres, 2300 E. Baristo Road in Palm Springs

Fee Range: $11 for screenings; Passes $45-$160; Special Events additional

Information: (760) 325-6565 www.cinemadiverse.org

Description: Film programs, including features, documentaries and shorts that showcase the best in LGBT filmmaking.

American Heat Bike Weekend

Date: October 16-18, 2009

Location: Downtown Palm Springs

Fee Range: Free to public

Information: 775-329-7469 www.road-shows.com

Description: Thousands of motorcycles, live entertainment and vendors along Palm Canyon Drive in downtown Palm Springs.

Palm Springs Pride Weekend

Dates: November 7-8, 2009

Location: Palm Springs Stadium and downtown

Times: 11/7: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.; 11/8: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Parade begins at 10 a.m. in downtown

Fee Range: $15.00 for one-day pass; $20.00 for two-day pass 

Information: (760) 416-8711 www.pspride.org

Description: One of the largest gay pride celebrations including parade, vendors, etc.

City of Palm Springs Veterans Day Parade

Date: November 11, 2009

Location: Palm Canyon Drive 

Time: 3:30 p.m.

Fee: Free to public

Information: (760) 323-8272 www.ci.palm-springs.ca.us 

Description: Annual event begins at 3:30 p.m. pays tribute to all those who have served our country in the Armed Forces. Immediately following the parade is a post-parade concert and fireworks display at the intersection of Amado and Palm Canyon.  

McCormick’s Classic Car Show and Auction #47

Dates: November 20-22, 2009

Location: Spa Resort Casino, 401 E. Amado Road, Palm Springs

Information: (760) 320-3290 www.classic-carauction.com

Times: Begins at 4 p.m. on 11/20; Gates open at 8 a.m. on 11/21 & 11/22

Fee Range: Free on 11/20; 11/21 & 11/22: General admission is $10 per day or $15 for both days

Description: 500 classic, sports, antique and special interest autos are sold across the Auction block during the 3 days. Also a free car show of another 200 cars is held on Saturday.

Festival of Lights Parade

Date: December 5, 2009

Location: Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs

Information: (760) 325-5749 www.paradesofpalmsprings.com

Time: 5:45 p.m.

Fee: Free to public

Description: The annual Palm Springs Festival of Lights Parade beginning at 5:45 featuring lighted floats, equestrians, bands, autos, and celebrities.

Walk of the Inns

Date: December 10, 2009

Location: Palm Springs

Time: 5:00 p.m.

Fee: Free to public

Information: (800) 347-7746 www.VisitPalmSprings.com

Description: A walking tour of the historic, boutique and small inns in downtown Palm Springs. Maps can be picked up at the Palm Springs Art Museum or any of the participating properties.