YOUR LOCAL’S GUIDE TO LA QUINTA

 

La Quinta Days celebrates the people, places, and community that gives La Quinta its charm.

 

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Our goal with La Quinta Days is to introduce you to the people we love, the small businesses we frequent, and the California desert spirit we’ve grown to embody.

We aim to be a comprehensive guide for both residents and visitors, highlighting the best of what La Quinta has to offer. We strive to be a positive force in the community by supporting local businesses and events and by shining a spotlight on the individuals and organizations that make our city a better place to live, work, and play.

Take a ride with us as we explore the real heart of the desert.

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EAT

Farm-to-table restaurants, happening brunch spots, cocktails and cold brew… this is where we’re getting our eat on in La Quinta.

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Dining In? Try This Decadent Birria Beef Sandwich Favorite
Dining In? Try This Decadent Birria Beef Sandwich Favorite

La Quinta Days shares a favorite birria sandwich recipe. A different take on the famous birria, it is absolutely delicious and a must try recipe for your home kitchen.

The Top Coffee Shops in La Quinta: A Local Guide to the Best Cuppa’ Joe
The Top Coffee Shops in La Quinta: A Local Guide to the Best Cuppa’ Joe

Because starting your morning with a good coffee is essential. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite places to get our cuppa’ Joe on in La Quinta.

La Quinta After Dark: An Oasis of Late-Night Bites and Cocktails
La Quinta After Dark: An Oasis of Late-Night Bites and Cocktails

Discover the ultimate late-night indulgence in La Quinta, where tantalizing bites meet exquisite cocktails under a starlit desert sky.

STAY

La Quinta’s top resorts to rest your head, ‘Gram-worthy bed & breakfasts, and boutique hotel rooms you’ll never want to leave.

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Escaping to Nature's Haven: Lake Cahuilla Campground
Escaping to Nature's Haven: Lake Cahuilla Campground

The Lake Cahuilla Campground is a treasure trove of outdoor activities, stunning mountain vistas, and tranquil lake scenes.

In the Heart of La Quinta: Hotels That Capture the Desert's Majesty
In the Heart of La Quinta: Hotels That Capture the Desert's Majesty

Immerse yourself in La Quinta's natural beauty with these stunning hotels, where tranquility and outdoor splendor combine for a rejuvenating retreat.

EXPLORE

For all you recreationalists, we’ve got the best places to hike, bike, and snap that quintessential California desert sunset.

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Let’s Talk About the Weather
Let’s Talk About the Weather

La Quinta Days- Let’s Talk About The Weather. Thinking about vacationing in the desert? We aim to keep you informed and well planned.

Top 5 Picks to Keep Kids Cool and Happy This Summer
Top 5 Picks to Keep Kids Cool and Happy This Summer

La Quinta Days Top Five Things To Do in La Quinta to Keep Kids Cool and Happy This Summer

Wonders of the Wild: A Journey Through the Living Desert
Wonders of the Wild: A Journey Through the Living Desert

Unravel the mysteries of the Living Desert in Palm Desert, a captivating oasis teeming with fascinating wildlife and remarkable desert flora.

Festival Icon to City Landmark: La Quinta's Roadrunner Sculpture
Festival Icon to City Landmark: La Quinta's Roadrunner Sculpture

From a beloved Coachella festival icon to an admired city landmark — uncover the captivating journey of La Quinta's Roadrunner Sculpture.

PEOPLE

These are the business owners, changemakers, and icons that are making a change in and around La Quinta.

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Bring Out The Artist in You This Season- Join Creative Classes With Elaine
Bring Out The Artist in You This Season- Join Creative Classes With Elaine

Nurture your creative senses and immerse yourself in the therapeutic art form of dot painting. Creative Classes with Elaine introduces people to the meditative and transformative power of dot painting art. Each class is led by founder and artist Elaine Printz , who fosters a deeper connection to creativity, self-expression, and the joy of socializing through her unique form of mandala dot painting.

La Quinta Through a Locals Eye: Elena Wilkie
La Quinta Through a Locals Eye: Elena Wilkie

Through The Eye Of A Local - Elena Wilkie Shares her story and her favorite places for cocktails and bites

La Quinta Through a Local’s Eye: Mimi Lawhon
La Quinta Through a Local’s Eye: Mimi Lawhon

La Quinta Days’ Editor-in-Chief, Mimi Lawhon, shares her favorite places around La Quinta — from liquid nitrogen ice cream to bird watching.

Star-Studded Solitude: Celebrities of La Quinta's Madison Club
Star-Studded Solitude: Celebrities of La Quinta's Madison Club

A constellation of celebrities — from Kylie to Giselle — have found sanctuary in The Madison Club, transforming it into a veritable Hollywood-in-the-desert hideaway.

SHOP

Fashion boutiques, local artisians, and the home objects of our affection. Get our best picks of La Quinta’s shopping district.

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Mimi & Rae of Laguna Beach Bring Their Cool Coastal Styles To Old Town La Quinta
Mimi & Rae of Laguna Beach Bring Their Cool Coastal Styles To Old Town La Quinta

Mimi & Rae of Laguna Beach Bring Their Cool Coastal Styles To Old Town La Quinta.

Chic Shopping Spree: Two La Quinta Boutiques We Can’t Live Without
Chic Shopping Spree: Two La Quinta Boutiques We Can’t Live Without

Discover a world of unique fashion finds and eclectic treasures in La Quinta's finest local boutiques, where shopping becomes an unforgettable experience.