Ring in 2021 Safely in Greater Palm Springs: Outdoor Activities, Gourmet Takeout & More
Our nine cities in Greater Palm Springs light up to welcome a fresh start. While celebrations look different this year, discover plenty of safe ways to ring in 2021 with engaging outdoor activities, delectable takeout dining, and festive experiences.
Order Gourmet Takeout Dinner
Skip cooking this New Year's Eve and order takeout or curbside pickup from top Greater Palm Springs restaurants. Sullivan's Steakhouse offers a Holiday Special menu featuring hand-carved prime rib, filet mignon, lobster tail, and more. Available December 21 to January 2, 2021; pre-order now for takeout.
Indian Wells Country Club simplifies hosting with their Party at Your Home holiday menu for pickup. Enjoy a four-course feast including caviar & potato chips, lobster bisque, IPA-braised beef short rib, and more. Orders due by 1 p.m. December 28 for December 31 pickup (4-7 p.m.).
Bring chic Palm Springs dining home from Eight4Nine Restaurant & Lounge with their four-course New Year's Eve curbside menu. Savor mini lobster grilled cheese, crab and corn chowder, beef tenderloin, jumbo shrimp, and indulgent desserts. Call (760) 325-8490 to order.
Eddie V's Prime Seafood delivers fine dining via their Holidays at Your Place four-course menu for 2-6 people. Highlights include chilled Gulf shrimp cocktail, Chilean sea bass, truffle macaroni & cheese, and more. Order on their website here.
In Palm Desert, Cuistot presents a luxurious New Year's Eve menu with lobster ravioli in truffle-chive sauce, lobster pot pie with young vegetables, chocolate tulip filled with Grand Marnier cream and white chocolate mousse, and more.
TRIO in Palm Springs brings the party home with a prix fixe New Year's Eve menu, including a bottle of sparkling wine and party favors. This three-course delight features Southern corn chowder, Chilean sea bass, housemade creamy cheesecake, and more. Order by December 28 on their website.
Ring in the new year with LG's Prime Steakhouse at both Palm Springs and La Quinta locations. Their New Year's Eve Dinner To Go includes prime petite filet, slow-roasted prime rib, green beans almondine, and more. Order by December 27 via phone.
Take One Last Hike in 2020
Kick off New Year's Eve with a scenic hike through Carrizo Canyon in Palm Desert. This free guided hike by Friends of the Desert Mountains offers chances to spot endangered Peninsular bighorn sheep and desert wildlife while soaking in Greater Palm Springs' natural beauty.
View Holiday Displays
Extend the holiday magic with glittering displays and festive photo ops. Visit Light Up El Paseo in Palm Desert or pose socially distanced with the iconic Cabazon Dinosaurs. Explore these holiday happenings to stay festive into 2021.
Go Stargazing
Watch sunny skies transform into starry spectacles. With nearby national parks and stunning lookouts, Greater Palm Springs is ideal for New Year's Eve stargazing—perfect for making wishes for an amazing 2021.
Drive-In Movie Screening
Close out 2020 at The Drive-In Coachella Valley in Palm Springs. From Christmas Day through New Year's Eve, catch Wonder Woman 1984. Enjoy a family-friendly, safe evening. See more drive-in options in our blog here.
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